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APS Negative Scanning Service
APS Negative Scanning Service
APS Negative Scanning Service
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APS Negative Scanning Service

Minimum Deposit $20
  25% Off Negatives - Starting at $20.00 NOW $15.00
Learn more about this pricing.
Additional Pricing Information

Your card will be charged a $20 minimum service fee when placing the order. Upon completion of the scanning of your APS film, total order amount will be calculated and charged based on number of slides, optional services and selected return shipping option, minus the initial minimum service fee. If your order exceeds $20, you are fully credited this deposit when your order is completed. If you order total is less than $20, the balance is applied towards the processing service fee. Excluding applicable sales tax.

How To Order

Resolution (Choose low or high quality dpi):
Enhance your order with these recommended add-on services Click for option descriptions
Optional Add On Services
Elite Concierge Expert Service
+ $12.95 per order
Concierge expert to seamlessly oversee your order, from start to finish. Note: this does not include Scan in Order.
Express Scanning
+ $3 per roll
Add the Express Scanning service that treats you to special privileges and custom services throughout the scanning process so your order is professionally scanned as the next order in line regardless of when it arrived. Otherwise, your order will be processed shipped out when completed, typically within 3 to 6 weeks of receipt. Adds 10¢ per scan. (Final completion time based on size of order.)


To upgrade to our super-fast Express VIP next-up SCANPASS service, you MUST first select the highest scanning resolution -- Choose 4,000 dpi resolution to access

Image Rotation
+ $5 per roll
Additional $5 per roll. Charge is for the entire roll of APS film, not just frames that need rotating as we have to go through all files to find the images that need to be rotated upright upon completion of scanning.
Photo Index Book
+ $69.96 per 1,000 frames scanned
Order a Photo Index Book for $69.96 per 1,000 frames scanned. Pages are double sided and bound in a hard cover book with 25 images per 8½'' x 11'' page. Image rotation is NOT included with an order of the Photo Index Book from negatives scanned. Additional copies of the same book are $69.95 per 1,000 scans. (Example 1,700 negative frames = $191.00 for the first book, $139.90 for each additional duplicate book) Price only valid for online ordering. Not valid in-store pricing.
Thumb Drive
+ $19.95 per 1,000 frames
Have your images saved to an 8GB thumb drive in addition to the standard DVD.
DVDs
+$9.95 per DVD
Have your scanned images also saved to DVD for $9.95 per DVD.
Delivery Signature Confirmation
+ $14.95
Signature confirmation service is HIGHLY recommended to ensure delivery of your negatives back to you and only you. Otherwise the USPS carrier may just leave your box on your porch/mailbox leaving it susceptible to weather or theft.

APS Negative Scanning Service

Though Advanced Photo System (APS) was a type of film used only for a short time, the images captured on those negatives might be some of your family’s favorites. Preserve them with scanning!

Take advantage of our great, flat-fee pricing – regardless of exposure count (15, 25, or 40 exposure). When ordering, choose 2,000 dpi JPEG scans for just $7.95 per roll or 4,000 dpi for $12.95 per roll.The $20 deposit will be credited towards the final cost of the APS negative scanning order.

Your APS negatives will be individually hand-scanned onsite at our facility in Irvine, California and handled with the greatest of care by trained professionals to ensure the highest quality digital format possible. Note: We do not develop any film and are unable to scan undeveloped film.

For our APS negative scanning service your shipment must be postmarked within 30 days of the purchase date. If shipped after, the pricing will go back to our regular pricing (all coupons and discounts are voided).

Packing Instructions

APS film is self-contained in its own canister; do not attempt to remove it. If your canisters are in APS-specific film holders, you may send the film in them; the holders will be returned to you.

Since 1990, we have preserved millions of precious memories. Send us your APS negatives today, and start enjoying them in digital format within a few short weeks!

 
Limit of Liability / Copyright Info
Limit of Liability / Copyright Info

Regarding Scanning Aspect Ratios


When scanning APS film the entire negative is scanned regardless of what you shot the layout to be. APS film was designed to always shoot at a 4x7 proportionate negative. During the printing process, the printer would detect what size the photo was shot at (C, HD or P) and would then crop the photo based on that stored information. We scan the entire negative that was shot and ignore what the setting on the camera was at the time of the picture giving you the full image as you can see from the diagram below.

APS crops

Black represents the full 4x7 (HD) proportionate negative
Red represents a 4x6 (C) proportionate crop
Green represents a 4x12 (P) proportionate crop
We scan the black-bordered area, ensuring your full image is scanned, even if you didn't know you had it.

Scanning Limitation


From time to time, we are unable to scan APS rolls. While this occurs only occasionally, we have found that over the years, some places decided to process and print APS film but did want to make the investment into the required equipment to do so. These labs would remove the film from the cartridges and tape it to a card in order to process the film. Unfortunately, when you use this process, you have to cut the film and official APS film printers/scanners require a very specific minimum length of film. If it is even the slightest bit short, it then becomes unprintable/unscannable with the proper equipment, which we have. Sometimes labs would get lucky with their cutting, however most of the time, it was cut too short for official equipment. Since we don't have any other way to scan APS film, we are unable to scan those rolls and will be returned with a note.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What format are my negatives scanned at?

All scanned negatives are in a 24-bit JPEG format.

Q. What resolutions do you scan at?

We offer two different resolutions. Our standard service is 2,000 DPI, which is equivalent to a 6 megapixel file. We also offer 4,000 DPI scans, the equivalent of a 16 megapixel file, at a higher rate.

Q. How large of a print can I make from the scanned images?

We recommend up to an 8"x10" print from 2,000 DPI scans, however you can go larger, just be aware there may be some pixelization when printed larger. 4,000 DPI scans can produce clear 20"x30" poster sized prints.

Q. Can you scan single cut 35mm negatives?

No, unfortunately our equipment requires negative strips to contain at least 2 frames, preferably 3.

Q. Are my negatives returned to me?

Yes, we return all your negatives to you along with the DVD data disc with your scanned images.

Slide Scanning

Q. Can you scan 126mm or 110 negatives?

No, we only offer 35mm scanning.

Q. Where are my negatives scanned?

All orders negative scanning orders are processed at our Irvine, CA headquarters, founded in 1990. At no point do your negatives get shipped out of the country or to any other company for scanning.

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We'll email you a link to download your images. Choose how long you want this link to be available online. We recommend two months.
Please provide us with the email address you want us to send the notification to. (Please review email to ensure accurate delivery)
(Volume Discounts Available)
1 DVD for $19.95
2-3 DVDs for $12.95 each
4-6 DVDs for $9.95 each
7 or more DVDs for $8.55 each
Add the Express Scanning service that treats you to special privileges and custom services throughout the scanning process so your order is professionally scanned as the next order in line regardless of when it arrived. Otherwise, your order will be processed shipped out when completed, typically within 3 to 6 weeks of receipt. Adds 10¢ per scan. (Final completion time based on size of order.)


To upgrade to our super-fast Express VIP next-up SCANPASS service, you MUST first select the highest scanning resolution -- Choose 600 dpi resolution to access

Order a Photo Index Book for $95.50 per 1,000 negatives scanned. Pages are double sided and bound in a hard cover book with 25 images per 8½'' x 11'' page. Image rotation is NOT included with an order of the Photo Index Book from negatives.
All negatives on a strip must be scanned, minimum length 2 full frames. All 35mm negatives are scanned using Digital ICE and we color and density correct each image.
Signature confirmation service is HIGHLY recommended to ensure delivery of your photos back to you and only you. Otherwise the USPS carrier may just leave your box on your porch/mailbox leaving it susceptible to weather or theft.
Have your images saved to an 8GB thumb drive in addition to the standard DVD.

Return Delivery Options

USPS Priority Mail: You would like your entire order returned via USPS Priority Service and we will charge your credit card accordingly for shipping and handling

  • 1-500 photos - $19.95
  • 501-1,500 photos - $32.95
  • 1,501-2,500 photos - $37.95
  • 2,500+ photos - $49.95 and up - priced according to weight and destination (may ship via FedEx Ground instead of USPS

Split Delivery: For the quickest return of your scanned images. FedEx Standard Overnight just the scanned digital discs for $37.50 and we will return your slides separately via USPS Priority Mail service with an additional, complimentary duplicate disc. (Minimum USPS Priority mail S&H is $9.95 based on size of order, weight and destination, plus the additional $37.50 FedEx charge)

FedEx Domestic 2-Day Delivery:: You would like your entire order returned via FedEx Domestic, 2-day delivery (P.O. Boxes not accepted) and charge your credit card accordingly for shipping and handling..

USPS Priority Mail:I would like you to return my entire order via USPS Priority Service and charge my credit card accordingly for shipping and handling. (minimum $17.95 based on size of order, weight and destination. Typically the least expensive way to ship back.)

Split Delivery:Split return delivery. For the quickest return of my scanned images, please FedEx Standard Overnight just the scanned digital discs for $37.50 and return my negatives separately via USPS Priority Mail service with an additional, complimentary duplicate disc. (Minimum USPS Priority mail S&H is $9.95 based on size of order, weight and destination, plus the additional $37.50 FedEx charge).

FedEx 2-Day I would like you to return my entire order via FedEx Domestic, 2-day delivery (P.O. Boxes not accepted) and charge my credit card accordingly for shipping and handling.

USPS Priority Mail:Return USPS shipping included with prepaid box + 29.95 when Return Box option is selected.)

Resolution

All negatives on a strip must be scanned, minimum length 2 full frames. All 120mm negatives are scanned using Digital ICE and we color and density correct each image.

                                       1000dpi                       2000dpi
  • 1-125 frames:            $2.48                           $4.96
  • 126-750 frames:       $2.14                            $4.28
  • 751+ frames:             $1.95                            $3.90

USPS Priority Mail: I would like you to return my entire order via USPS Priority Service and charge my credit card accordingly for shipping and handling. (minimum $17.95 based on size of order, weight and destination. Typically the least expensive way to ship back.)

Split Delivery: Split return delivery. For the quickest return of my scanned images, please FedEx Standard Overnight just the scanned digital discs for $37.50 and return my negatives separately via USPS Priority Mail service with an additional, complimentary duplicate disc. (Minimum USPS Priority mail S&H is $9.95 based on size of order, weight and destination, plus the additional $37.50 FedEx charge).

FedEx 2-Day: I would like you to return my entire order via FedEx Domestic, 2-day delivery (P.O. Boxes not accepted) and charge my credit card accordingly for shipping and handling.

For more information regarding scan resolutions, review the product details below
Resolution

All 35mm slides are scanned using Digital ICE and we color and density correct each image. Cost per slide is based upon quantity.

Standard 2000 DPI (6MP)

  • 1-200 slides: 71¢
  • 201-499 slides: 62¢
  • 500-1499 slides: 49¢
  • 1500-2899 slides: 37¢
  • 2900-5799 slides: 34¢
  • 5800+ slides: 21¢


Standard 4000 DPI (16MP)
  • 1-200 slides: 95¢
  • 201-499 slides: 83¢
  • 500-1499 slides: 67¢
  • 1500-2899 slides: 54¢
  • 2900-5799 slides: 41¢
  • 5800+ slides: 27¢
Premium 2000 DPI (6MP)
  • 1-200 slides: 89¢
  • 201-499 slides: 78¢
  • 500-1499 slides: 62¢
  • 1500-2899 slides: 47¢
  • 2900-5799 slides: 42¢
  • 5800+ slides: 27¢
Premium 4000 DPI (16MP)
  • 1-200 slides: $1.19
  • 201-499 slides: $1.04
  • 500-1499 slides: 84¢
  • 1500-2899 slides: 68¢
  • 2900-5799 slides: 59¢
  • 5800+ slides: 40¢

USPS Priority Mail: You would like your entire order returned via USPS Priority Service and we will charge your credit card accordingly for shipping and handling. (minimum $17.95 based on size of order, weight and destination. Typically the least expensive way to ship back.)

Split Delivery: For the quickest return of your scanned images. FedEx Standard Overnight just the scanned digital discs for $37.50 and we will return your slides separately via USPS Priority Mail service with an additional, complimentary duplicate disc. (Minimum USPS Priority mail S&H is $9.95 based on size of order, weight and destination, plus the additional $37.50 FedEx charge)

FedEx Domestic 2-Day Delivery: You would like your entire order returned via FedEx Domestic, 2-day delivery (P.O. Boxes not accepted) and charge your credit card accordingly for shipping and handling.

Resolution

The fee is per roll, regardless of 15, 25 or 40 exposure. All APS negatives are scanned using Digital ICE and we color and density correct each image.All APS negatives are scanned using Digital ICE

2000 DPI (6MP)
  • $7.95
4000 DPI (16MP)
  • $12.95
Prem 2000 DPI (6MP)Prem 4000 DPI (16MP)
  • 65¢ Per Slide
  • 85¢ Per Slide each
Convert Reels: Additional $2.00 per reel PLUS USB ($55.95) or Hard Drive ($125)

Mac USB:MPEG-4 File on 64GB USB ($2 per reel PLUS $55.95 for USB)

PC USB:AVI File on 64GB USB ($2 per reel PLUS $55.95 for USB)

Mac Hard Drive:MPEG-4 File on 1TB HDD ($2 per reel PLUS $125.00 for HDD)

Mac Hard Drive:AVI File on 1TB HDD ($2 per reel PLUS $125.00 for HDD)

Convert VHS Tapes: Additional $5.00 per tape for converting to MPEG-4 file PLUS USB.

8GB USB:MPEG-4 File on 8GB USB ($5 per tape PLUS $15.95 for USB). (Approximately 7 tapes can be saved per drive)

64GB USB:MPEG-4 File on 64GB USB ($5 per tape PLUS $55.95 for USB). (Approximately 60 tapes can be saved per drive)

Convert/Upload VHS Tapes: Additional $5.00 per tape for converting to MPEG-4 file PLUS Upload.

Convert VHS Tapes: Additional $70.00 per box for converting to MPEG-4 file PLUS USB.

64GB USB:MPEG-4 File on 64GB USB ($70 per box PLUS $55.95 for USB)

Convert/Upload VHS Tapes: Additional $70.00 per box for converting to MPEG-4 file PLUS Upload.

Convert Reels: Additional $50 per box PLUS Upload

5-Days:File Upload ($50 per box PLUS $54.95 for Upload)

1-Month:File Upload ($50 per box PLUS $64.95 for Upload)

2-Months:File Upload ($50 per box PLUS $69.95 for Upload)

6-Months:File Upload ($50 per box PLUS $79.95 for Upload)

1-Year:File Upload ($50 per box PLUS $89.95 for Upload)

Convert Reels: Additional $50 per box PLUS USB ($55.95) or Hard Drive ($125)

Mac USB:MPEG-4 File on 64GB USB ($50 per box PLUS $55.95 for USB)

PC USB:AVI File on 64GB USB ($50 per box PLUS $55.95 for USB)

Mac Hard Drive:MPEG-4 File on 1TB HDD ($50 per box PLUS $125.00 for HDD)

Mac Hard Drive:AVI File on 1TB HDD ($50 per box PLUS $125.00 for HDD)

Convert Reels: Additional $2 per reel PLUS Upload

5-Days:File Upload ($2 per reel PLUS $4.95 for Upload)

1-Week:File Upload ($2 per reel PLUS $9.95 for Upload)

2-Weeks:File Upload ($2 per reel PLUS $12.95 for Upload)

1-Month:File Upload ($2 per reel PLUS $14.95 for Upload)

2-Months:File Upload ($2 per reel PLUS $19.95 for Upload)

6-Months:File Upload ($2 per reel PLUS $29.95 for Upload)

1-Year:File Upload ($2 per box reel $39.95 for Upload)

To reduce dust and service scratches, most slides are scanned using Kodak’s Digital ICE Technology.

Premium Scanning 2000 DPI (6MP) or 4000 DPI (16MP) - Our professional technicians hand scan each slide and carefully adjust the images to achieve the optimum color and density, ensuring each image is at its best.