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Canon CanoScan 4200F
Price: £79

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Reviewed By: Andy Shaw

This review updated: 14/11/2005
Featured in magazine:
Issue 118
Manufacturer Contacts:
Supplier: Canon
Web Address: www.canon.co.uk


Installation of the CanoScan 4200F is very straightforward. It comes with separate image-editing software, which you needn't install if you're already using another program.

As a result the scanner relies on its TWAIN drivers to hook up to the software, leaving a simple icon-based control panel – which mimics the buttons on the front of the device – to operate automatic functions. This means you need to be a bit more of a sophisticated user, but most people shouldn't run into problems. The driver software itself comes with two options, complete with drop-down menus for those not wanting to get into anything too specific.

The scanner is capable of 3,200 dpi in 48-bit colour and communicates with your computer via a USB 2.0 cable. The housing is a little more compact than its rivals, but it has a flimsy-feeling cover to the film scanner, which might take some looking after if you're planning on using this option a lot. It will also scan straight to PDF files.

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