Ray,
This is an excellent explanation of digital imaging. I've been doing this for several
years and often am asked about dpi vs dpi vs ppi & get frustrated when trying to
explain. Bottom line is that I scan or shoot at the highest reasonable quality because
there may not be a second chance or I don't want to repeat the work. A large image
file can easily be reduced while a small one is very difficult to increase and maintain
detail.
I'll add a couple of things.
1. When modifying an image, save the original and work on a copy. That way when you say
"Aw Shucks" the original is still there.
2. I didn't see any reference to flourescent lighting. I read in a Kodak book that
they are very high in UV and will damage photos. This was counter intuitive to me and I
now avoid them when looking at photos.
Again, thanks,
Paul Berndt
Ohio, USA
----- Original Message ----
From: Ray Lewis <harveyjl(a)iinet.net.au>
To: monmouthshire(a)rootsweb.com
Sent: Friday, April 25, 2008 12:40:41 AM
Subject: Re: [MON] Old Photographs
G'day again Judith & List
I sent the incorrect URL a few minutes ago. The one you want is
http://www.scantips.com/ which gives a good run down on the basics of
using a scanner rather than just the file formats page.
Regards
Ray Lewis
Hazelmere Western Australia
Western Australian Genealogical Society Member # 7692
Family Interests Listed at
http://wags.org.au/mid/7692.htm
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