Scanning Services

High‑resolution scans of prints, slides, and negatives—preserved as clean, color‑true digital files. Per‑image pricing with quantity discounts.

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What we scan

• Photo prints (wallet up to oversized originals)
• 35mm slides (mounted), 110/126 slides
• Negatives: 35mm strips, 110/126, medium format (120/220), large format
• Flat artwork up to 16x20 inches

Careful handling, dust removal, and color optimization are included on standard scans; delicate items are handled by hand.

Why scan?

Digitizing protects against loss and fading, makes sharing easy, and unlocks retouching or reprinting in any size.

Output options

• JPEG files (USB, hard drive, or cloud download)
• Optional color‑correction set & archival print sets
• Organized folders by event/roll on request

Typical tiers

Standard Scan

Great for sharing and reprints up to moderate sizes (e.g., prints to ~5x7").

Recommended for bulk print/slide projects.

High‑Res / Archival

For large reprints, restoration work, and maximum detail (slides/negatives).

Ideal for enlargements and editing headroom.

Bulk Discounts

Per‑image rates decrease with quantity—perfect for shoebox projects.

We’ll confirm the breakpoints during your quote.

Per their site: scanning is charged per image with price breaks at higher quantities. [oai_citation:2‡photolabcostamesa.com](https://photolabcostamesa.com/scanning?utm_source=chatgpt.com)

Recommended DPI (simple guide)

Original	Sharing/Small Reprints	Large Reprints/Archival
Photo prints	300 dpi	600 dpi
35mm slides & negatives	2000–2400 dpi	3000–4000+ dpi
Medium format negs	1600–2400 dpi	2400–3200+ dpi

We’ll recommend the right setting based on your goals and originals’ condition.

FAQs

Can you scan both prints and film?

Yes, we handle prints, slides, and negatives—saved as organized digital files. [oai_citation:3‡photolabcostamesa.com](https://photolabcostamesa.com/scanning?utm_source=chatgpt.com)

Do you clean or correct images?

We remove surface dust and optimize color; deeper restoration is available as an add‑on.

How are projects priced?

Per image with quantity discounts; we’ll estimate total cost after seeing quantity and condition. [oai_citation:4‡photolabcostamesa.com](https://photolabcostamesa.com/scanning?utm_source=chatgpt.com)

How do I start?

Bring your box of photos/film by the shop or reach out for guidance—we’ll walk you through options. [oai_citation:5‡photolabcostamesa.com](https://photolabcostamesa.com/scanning?utm_source=chatgpt.com)

Request a Quote Call 949‑646‑3252

Visit or contact us

Address:
270 East 17th Street, Suite 13, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

Phone: 949‑646‑3252

Email: photolabcostamesa@gmail.com

Hours: Mon–Fri 9:00–5:30 • Sat–Sun Closed

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Store details per their website. [oai_citation:6‡photolabcostamesa.com](https://photolabcostamesa.com/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)

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