Epson vs Hewlett Packard?

[nealjpage]

I'm going to buy a new film scanner. I have it narrowed down to the Epson 4990 and the Hewlett Packard G4050. At the moment, I only work with 135 and 120, but would like to someday get into LF. I know the Epson will support the 35 and the MF, but I'm not sure if it'll do LF. Anyone know for sure?

Overall, who has used these scanners, and what do you think of them? I've found lots of reviews here for the Epson, BTW, but none for the Hewlett Packard. Thanks in advance!

 

[nealjpage]

Bump. Any comments?

 

[usayit]

Epson 4990 is well known as a wonderful unit. No idea about HP but Epson has always been a leader in the flatbed scanner market.

I am a bit biased towards Epson...

 

[usayit]

btw.. I found the 4990 review I found useful a while ago..

http://www.photo-i.co.uk/Reviews/interactive/Epson 4990/Page 1.htm

Document max size is stated to be 216 x 297 mm

 

[oldnavy170]

I have had both and Epson beats HP hands down!!!!!