Epson Expression 12000XL

The Epson Expression 12000XL is a professional A3 flatbed photo scanner designed for high-quality scanning of various media, including photos, film, maps, and architectural plans.

Here's a breakdown of its key specifications and estimated prices:

Epson Expression 12000XL A3 Flatbed Photo Scanner - Specifications

Scanning Technology & Performance:

• Scanner Type: A3 Flatbed color image scanner

• Sensor Type: 6-line color CCD

• Light Source: LED (ReadyScan LED technology - no warm-up time)

• Optical Resolution: 2,400 x 4,800 dpi (dots per inch)

• Optical Density (Dmax): 3.8 Dmax (for excellent detail in shadows and highlights)

• Output Resolution: 50 - 6,400 dpi (in 1 dpi increments)

• Bit Depth:

  • Color: 48-bit input, 24/48-bit output

  • Grayscale: 16-bit input, 8/16-bit output

  • Black & White: 16-bit input, 1-bit output

• Scanning Method: Fixed document and moving carriage

• Auto Focus Function: Yes, for clearer, sharper images.

Document & Film Handling:

• Maximum Document Size (Flatbed): 310 x 437 mm (12.2 x 17.2 inches)

• Transparency Scanning (with optional Transparency Unit): Up to 309 x 420 mm (12.2 x 16.5 inches)

• Supported Film Types (with film holders):

  • 35mm strip film x 48 frames

  • 35mm mounted film x 30 frames

  • Medium format film (6 x 17 cm) x 6 frames

  • Large format film (4" x 5") x 8 frames

  • Up to 12.2" x 16.5" transparencies

• Film Holders Included: Typically comes with 2 sets of film holders for 35mm strip, 35mm mounted, 6x18cm medium format, and 4"x5" large format film.

Scanning Speed (Approximate):

• Flatbed (A4 Documents, 300 dpi): 12 seconds/page (Color and Black & White)

• Film Scanning (35mm Positive Film, 1200 dpi): 57 seconds

• Film Scanning (35mm Negative Film, 1200 dpi): 61 seconds

Connectivity & Software:

• Standard Interface: USB 2.0

• Supported OS: Windows XP/Vista/7/8/8.1/10, Windows Server 2003/2008/2012, Mac OS X 10.6.8 or later (compatibility may vary slightly with newer OS versions, check Epson's support site)

• Scanner Driver Compatibility: TWAIN

• Bundled Software: Epson Scan 2, LaserSoft SilverFast Ai (with IT8 target)

• Image Enhancement Features (via software): Color Restoration, Dust Removal, Grain Reduction, Advanced Image Adjustment Tools.

Physical Specifications:

• Product Dimensions (W x D x H): 656 x 460 x 292 mm (or 656 x 458 x 158 mm without transparency unit)

• Product Weight: Approximately 14.3 kg (without transparency unit), 20.5 kg (with transparency unit)

• Power Consumption:

  • Operational: Approx. 30W

  • Ready Mode: Approx. 20W (without optional transparency unit), Approx. 22W (with optional transparency unit)

  • Sleep Mode: Approx. 2.8W

• ENERGY STAR Certified: Yes