Hands Down The Best Scan Quality!

"After thousands of scanned and repaired images, we are more convinced than ever - doing it right means doing it by hand."
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It all begins with resolution While we do think it's critical to repair images we scan by hand, it's also true that we have to start with a scanned image that shows detail and allows enlargements.





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Color correction: Since your old photos almost certainly have changed color over time, color correction is critical to making sure your images look brand new. But it has to be done by hand.




The miracle of scratch removal We remove scratches from your images, but it can't be done well without doing it — you guessed it — by hand.
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Getting the red out as a free added service, we remove the red-eye from photos, by hand. You don't want your grandchildren to think peoples' eyes were red way back when!

Why your images are safe with us: read more about how we handle your photos, and you won't be surprised to learn that we guarantee it with the only cash guarantee in the business.

Every image we receive undergoes some correction to remedy the effects of time. Photos that have been framed on display are particularly subject to fading, and even those hidden away in photo albums are subject to color shifts (unless stored in subzero conditions), both from time and from possible reaction to the photo album itself. For every image we receive, we will manually perform:
  • Re-orientation
  • Cropping
  • Scratch and dust removal
  • Color correction
  • Red-eye removal
In short, our standard level of service includes: a technician will spend time addressing flaws, addressing all of the problems above, and then some. In our experience scanning thousands of photos, this produces outstanding quality almost all of the time. (Some photos may be damaged to an extent where they require our restoration service, but that's relatively rare).
Now, digitizing your photos to DVD is a snap! SophterLight scanning service is the easiest and most convenient way to scan photos and digitally convert large collections of slides, 35mm negatives, and Polaroids, to high quality DVD's. Our secure, facility provides the safest, most advanced photo scanning service available, and we never ship your photos overseas. Fast turnaround, optimized handling and simple flat-rate pricing set SophterLight scanning apart from other options.
Intelligent Digital Scanning (IDS) - Better digital images. Our exclusive process - IDS, combines the best technologies and techniques to scan photos and deliver quality digital images. IDS means vibrant colors and richer details with every image. Unlike any other photo scanning service, IDS is a unique combination of enhancement solutions to scan photos for superior results. Learn how Intelligent Digital Scanning makes better photo scanning results.
FREE Return Shipping & Simplified Handling - know where your photos and home movies are at every step. When you choose our photo scanning service, you'll know your order is in good hands. Our fast digital scanning turnaround means your photos are back to you in days, not weeks or months via free return shipping. Our secure photo scanning process means end-to-end tracking and peace of mind.

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No Auto Feeding

Some services will run your prints through an auto-fed scanner, which works like an office photocopier. As the machines heat up, your photos get stickier and can jam, which damages them. By contrast, SophterLight handles your prints manually.
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Frequently Asked Questions

» Which dpi should I choose for photo scanning?
» Should I scan photos or scan negatives?
» What kind of photo scanners do you use?
» Why are my scanned photo files so large after scanning? Is TIFF bad?