The Bottom Line: Fujitsu's ScanSnap S1500 is a fast, compact, and easy-to-use scanner for digitally archiving all your paper documents.

Specs: Document scanner - Desktop, 600 dpi x 600 dpi, Hi-Speed USB, Single/duplex pass

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: 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: 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: Unless your stuff appears regularly in National Geographic, this may be the only film scanner you'll ever need.

Specs: Film scanner (35 mm) - Desktop, 4000 dpi, Hi-Speed USB, Single-pass

Specs: Flatbed scanner - Desktop, 1200 dpi x 2400 dpi, Hi-Speed USB, Single-pass

The Bottom Line: If you're not after a stylish scanner and you need to save some cash, HP's Scanjet 3670 is a good choice.

Specs: Flatbed scanner, 1200 dpi x 1200 dpi, USB, Single-pass

The Bottom Line: The OneTouch 8920 offers lots of useful features for SOHO users, but its scan quality is mediocre.

Specs: Flatbed scanner - Desktop, 1200 dpi x 4800 dpi, USB, Single-pass