Recommended for graphic design work!
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Inexpensive Home and Office Scanner
Are you looking for a dedicated graphic design scanning solution with great quality, versatility and a compact design? Then the CanoScan Color Image Scanner is sure to impress. The CanoScan features the quality, speed and ease of use you need with a maximum resolution of 2400 x 4800 dpi (dot per pixel) for excellent image scanning quality for both photos and documents.
You'll notice how easy the CanoScan is to use. Auto Document Fix automatically delivers good, easy-to-view scans by advanced image analysis and area-by-area data correction while the Auto Scan Mode feature automatically detects the original picture and saves its appropriate settings. The CanoScan has Four EZ Buttons that enable you to scan, copy, email or create a PDF faster than ever. High-speed letter size color scanning in approximately 16 seconds. Just one USB cable for data and power. Advanced Z-lidTM expansion top for scanning bulky items.

Graphic Arts Scanner large-format flatbed
The Epson Expression graphic arts edition is a large-format flatbed scanner designed for graphic artists and other high-end users. Compatible with both PC and Mac operating platforms. With its high 2,400 dpi scanning resolution, 48-bit internal color depth, and 3.8 optical density, computer graphics images are crisp and accurate. The six-line alternated color CCD and auto focus optics system help to ensure that you get the best scans possible. Scan speeds are as high as 2.7 ms/line (at 1,200 dpi), while an optional automatic document feeder allows you to scan multiple sheets at a time.

The graphic design software bundle includes a variety of applications to help you easily achieve the best scan results possible. Titles include EPSON Scan, MonacoEZcolor with reflective IT8 Target, Photoshop Elements, and ABBYY FineReader Sprint OCR (optical character recognition). The scanner connects to your computer via its standard USB and Firewire ports, and an optional network adapter lets you use the scanner as a network device.