The Wolverine F2D100 35mm Scanner is a unique 35mm film converter for home use. Its claim to fame is that no software or computer is required to convert slides. Conversion is as simple as loading the slides in the scanner and pushing a button, meaning you can take it out of the box and begin using it right away.
All slides are scanned using a 5.0 megapixel sensor and immediately stored to an SD card loaded into the unit. The beauty of this is that you can convert your slides anywhere – for example, while you watch TV. As SD Cards are very cheap and common these days, it is also convenient to use and you should have no trouble finding a suitably sized SD card for $10-$20. Once you have finished scanning your slides, you can simply remove the SD card from the scanner and place it into a card reader connected to your PC. The images can then be moved to your PC for further viewing or enhancement. The Wolverine F2D100 boasts a 5-second image conversion time, meaning that conversions are quick and painless. All images scanned are immediately viewable on the built-in 1.5″ color screen.
Some users have reported that the scans appear over-exposed and with poor contrast. For the price of the scanner, image quality is acceptable. The stand-alone nature is also a nice feature, and they weren’t lying when they said it was easy to use. One big problem we faced was buildup of dust and debris on the lens. Although not visible to the eye, the effects were noticeable as small specks or grains on the final image. A tool was included to clean the lens, but we also recommend using a rocket blaster as a quicker method to remove dust.
As an entry-level unit, the Wolverine F2D100 35mm Camera Film Scanner is a great place to start and certainly very quick if you just wish to rapidly convert slides to digital and are less concerned about quality. However, if you are serious about converting your slides in the best quality possible, look at a higher-priced unit or save your time and pay for a professional service to do it for you. It’s worth it.
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