All Scanners

The Bottom Line: The HP Scanjet G4050 is a solid scanner that could use a driver overhaul and a better means of handling slides.

Specs: Flatbed scanner - Desktop, 4800 dpi x 9600 dpi, Hi-Speed USB

The Bottom Line: The Epson Perfection V700 Photo makes an excellent choice for a deep-pocketed photo hobbyist or a pro who needs to scan originals in a mixture of sizes.

Specs: Flatbed scanner - Desktop, 6400 dpi x 9600 dpi, IEEE 1394 (FireWire), Single-pass

The Bottom Line: The Dimage Scan Elite 5400 II is a good choice for photographers who need to generate high-quality digital images from 35mm slides and negatives.

Specs: Film scanner (35 mm) - Desktop, 5400 dpi x 5400 dpi, Hi-Speed USB, Single-pass

The Bottom Line: If you need an ultralight scanner that slips inside a deep pocket, dig deep into those pockets to splurge on the DocuPen.

Specs: Hand-held scanner - Handheld, 200 dpi x 200 dpi, USB, Hand-held

The Bottom Line: A versatile and inexpensive model for producing high-quality scans of photographs and film.

Specs: Flatbed scanner - Desktop, 4800 dpi x 9600 dpi, IEEE 1394 (FireWire), Single-pass

The Bottom Line: A versatile and inexpensive model for producing high-quality scans of photographs and film.

Specs: Flatbed scanner - Desktop, 4800 dpi x 9600 dpi, IEEE 1394 (FireWire), Single-pass

The Bottom Line: This compact, intelligently designed sheet-fed scanner almost makes it a pleasure to generate expense reports and calculate itemized income tax deductions.

Specs: Sheetfed scanner - Portable, Hi-Speed USB, Single-pass

The Bottom Line: If you can afford $249.99 to avoid typing your contacts into your address book or PDA, this machine will keep your wrists rested.

Specs: Sheetfed scanner - Portable, USB, Single-pass

The Bottom Line: This is a great entry-level film scanner for advanced amateurs, but it's not quite ready for pros.

Specs: Film scanner (35 mm) - Desktop, 5400 dpi x 5400 dpi, IEEE 1394 (FireWire) / Hi-Speed USB, Single-pass

The Bottom Line: An OK scanner for an OK price.

Specs: Flatbed scanner - Desktop, 4800 dpi x 9600 dpi, IEEE 1394 (FireWire), Single-pass