IT8 target questions

[iceman]

Hi!

I got LS4000 & epson 3200 scanner and I want to calibrate them with IT8 targets. Here is my questions.

1) I shoot both Kodak & Fuji film, do I have to buy both type of target for them?

2) I shoot 35mm, 120mm & 4x5, do I have to buy both 4x5 & 35mm target? Or I can use 35mm target for both my scanner? Thanks!

iceman

[LSI_Sperling]

Dear Iceman -
To calibrate your Nikon scanner you can use a 35 mm Kodak target or a Fuji target. There is no great differance between - exept the Fuji target is better for images with high saturated colours. For your Epson 3200 it is better to use a larger target than a 35 mm target. The colour areas of the target are larger and so more CCD ?s of the scanner will become calibrated.

regards

Support LaserSoft Imaging AG

[iceman]

thanks for your kindly information.

[ianders1]

Just my opinion here, but it's all about how much color accuracy matters to you. If you shoot products or clothing and your clients demand perfect color accuracy, by all means buy the whole lot of targets. If you're just trying to get excellent scans and being 95-99% accurate is good enough, I think one reflective (if needed) and one transparency target will due. After all, you are profiling the scanner, not the film. Personally, I like the 4x5 the best because it's easier to handle, and I think (my opinion again) that the larger area yields a slightly more accurate profile.

Unless shipping costs are a concern, I'd start with the 4x5 target (and a reflective one if needed) and go from there. If you find yourself needing more accuracy then you can purchase the other targets.

Also, remember that IT-8 just ensures the best starting point, you will still be making minor color corrections in Silverfast. That being said, IT-8 does make a huge difference. It's subtle at first, but I find it makes a big difference especially with shadow detail.

EDIT: I forgot to hit post last night - I see LSI_Sperling has already said pretty much the same thing

[iceman]

thx, ianders1.