Scan Studio Pro

Film Scanning with Precision, Accuracy, and Long-Term Support

The Scan Studio Pro is a professional-grade motion picture film scanner engineered for archivists, filmmakers, and restoration specialists who require exceptional image quality, repeatable results, and reliable long-term operation.

Designed and built entirely in-house, the Scan Studio Pro performs true frame-by-frame scanning at resolutions exceeding standard 4K, preserving fine detail, tonal depth, and color accuracy across a wide range of film formats.

Precision Engineering, Purposeful Design

The Scan Studio Pro is designed as a working instrument—not a disposable system.

Its construction reflects a balance of mechanical precision, modern imaging technology, and thoughtful industrial design. Inspired by the durability and clarity of classic professional film and audio equipment, the scanner combines a restrained, timeless aesthetic with contemporary performance.

Every component is selected and assembled with long-term serviceability, stability, and usability in mind. The result is a scanner that integrates seamlessly into professional workflows while remaining visually appropriate for studios, archives, and institutions.

Key Features

• Ultra-High-Resolution Imaging
Captures 4096 × 3000 pixels per frame for detailed, high-fidelity digital transfers.

• Sony Pregius S Sensor Technology
Backside-illuminated (BSI) CMOS sensor delivering high sensitivity, low noise, and accurate tonal reproduction.

• Frame-by-Frame Film Transport
Smooth, precise film handling engineered to protect delicate and archival materials.

• Optical Perforation Detection
Fiber optic sensors provide accurate frame registration and consistent capture.

• Wide Dynamic Range
Optimized for preserving detail in both highlights and shadow regions.

• High-CRI Strobe Illumination
Precision strobe lighting with a high Color Rendering Index (CRI) ensures accurate color reproduction and consistent illumination across every frame.

• Single-Lens Design
No lens tubes required. One lens supports all film formats.

• C-Mount Lens System
Includes a 12–36mm varifocal lens for flexible format coverage.

• Professional Control Software
Intuitive, production-ready interface designed for efficient operation in professional environments.

High-CRI Strobe Illumination

Accurate film scanning depends as much on lighting quality as it does on sensor performance.

The Scan Studio Pro uses a high-CRI strobe light source engineered specifically for film capture, delivering consistent, repeatable illumination with excellent color fidelity. High CRI lighting ensures that subtle color variations, skin tones, and tonal transitions present on film are reproduced accurately during digitization.

Strobed illumination synchronized to frame capture minimizes motion artifacts, reduces heat exposure to the film, and maintains uniform exposure across the entire image area. This approach is particularly important for archival materials, where preserving the original look and color characteristics of the film is critical.

The result is stable, clean, and color-accurate scans that provide a reliable foundation for restoration and color work.

Technical Specifications

📷 Image Sensor
Sony IMX545 (Pregius S CMOS)

📏 Resolution
12.3 MP, 12-bit
4096 × 3000 pixels (exceeds standard 4K)

📐 Pixel Size
2.74 µm × 2.74 µm (BSI CMOS)

🎛 Dynamic Range
Optimized for wide tonal depth and accurate color reproduction

🎥 Frame Rate
Up to 35 FPS (varies by configuration and settings)

🔍 Lens Mount
C-Mount varifocal lens included

🎞 Supported Film Formats
8mm, Super 8, 16mm, and 35mm

⚙ Frame Detection
Fiber optic sensor with dedicated sensor head

Built for Preservation Work

Whether digitizing historical archives, restoring motion picture film, or preserving private collections, the Scan Studio Pro is built to deliver consistent, high-quality results with care for the original material.

Designed and built entirely in-house in the United States, the Scan Studio Pro is a scanner intended to remain serviceable, upgradeable, and supported—long after short-lived technologies fade.