--- product_id: 383336407 title: "OpticFilm 8300i Ai Film Scanner - Ai Studio 9 + Advanced IT8 Target" brand: "plustek" price: "¥183259" currency: JPY in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Plustek" url: https://www.desertcart.jp/products/383336407-opticfilm-8300i-ai-film-scanner-ai-studio-9-advanced-it8 store_origin: JP region: Japan --- # 38% faster scan speed Advanced IT8 color calibration Dual pro software bundle OpticFilm 8300i Ai Film Scanner - Ai Studio 9 + Advanced IT8 Target **Brand:** plustek **Price:** ¥183259 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎞️ Transform your film archives into vibrant digital masterpieces — don’t get left in the analog dust! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** OpticFilm 8300i Ai Film Scanner - Ai Studio 9 + Advanced IT8 Target by plustek - **How much does it cost?** ¥183259 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.jp](https://www.desertcart.jp/products/383336407-opticfilm-8300i-ai-film-scanner-ai-studio-9-advanced-it8) ## Best For - plustek enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted plustek brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Lightning-Fast Scanning:** New-gen chip boosts speed by 38%, saving you precious time. - • **Pro-Grade Software Suite:** SilverFast 9 Ai Studio & QuickScan Plus streamline digitizing with 100+ powerful functions. - • **Color Perfection Guaranteed:** Includes ISO 12641-2 compliant IT8 calibration targets for ultra-accurate color fidelity. - • **Plug & Play Across Platforms:** Seamless USB setup with Windows & Mac support plus expert US-based customer care. - • **Next-Level Image Optimization:** Cutting-edge algorithms like iSRD, HDRi & Multi-Exposure deliver stunning, true-to-life scans. ## Overview The Plustek OpticFilm 8300i Ai is a high-resolution 35mm film scanner featuring a 7200 dpi CCD sensor and 16-bit color depth. It offers a 38% faster scan speed with a new generation chip and includes advanced IT8 calibration targets for precise color accuracy. Bundled with professional-grade SilverFast 9 Ai Studio and QuickScan Plus software, it supports Windows and Mac OS for effortless digitization and image optimization using innovative algorithms like iSRD and HDRi. Ideal for professionals and enthusiasts seeking premium film-to-digital conversion with expert support. ## Description desertcart.com: Plustek OpticFilm 8300i Ai Film Scanner - Ai Studio 9 + Advanced IT8 Target | Scan 35mm Film & Slide, Bundle SilverFast Ai Studio 9 + QuickScan Plus, Include Advanced IT8 Calibration Target (3 Slide) : Office Products Review: The best 35mm scanner in this price bracket. - There seems to be a large gap between the cheap film digitizers and the commercial grade film scanners. This is one of the few options out there that gives fantastic results for under $1,000. I'm well within the "amateur photographer" range, so this is really a bit overkill for my needs. Not complaining at all, I am very happy with what it can do. The scratch-fix works well, but it isn't a miracle worker. There is only so much it can do to save the image. If the scratch is severe, it will come through and there's no fixing that. The speed of the machine is great at about 30 seconds per image at 3600dpi. When cranked all the way up to 7200dpi, the scan takes about 3 min. Image qquality is fantastic. You can see the film grain quite clearly when zoomed in, even on the lower 3600dpi setting. The biggest drawback is SilverFast9. It's a hassle to get up and running, and has quite a learning curve. I've never used darkroom or photoshop, so the features on here are well beyond my pay grade. But with perseverance, you can get a preset that you like and keep it there. Alternatively, you can use Plustek's proprietary scan software Quickscan Plus. This offers hassle-free scanning for those less computer savvy. I love the detents for feeding the film through the scanner, and the flaps that keep the dust out when the feeder is out of the machine. Though I keep it zipped up in the protective case when not in use, just to keep it dust-free. Overall, it's a great device for amateurs trying to digitize 35mm photos and professionals who can get the most out of the complicated software. I know, it's a bitter pill to spend $600 on a scanner that only does one format. But the one format it does, it does very well. Review: Wish I’d bought it sooner - Not a professional photographer, just have hundreds of rolls from 30 years of keeping a camera on me at all times. This has been a godsend to see all these photos again. Many prints have been given away, framed, lost, destroyed, etc, but I always kept the negatives. This is not a fast machine, in that obviously you have to do every shot one at a time, but the picture quality is great. I opted to just scan everything in at 3600dpi jpg, using the quick scan program for a full catalog of pics. Then, for the ones I plan to do something with, I use the Silverfast 9 program to do a full scan with adjustment. And there are A LOT of possible adjustments. Admittedly, at a level I’m not even fully knowledgeable about. But the tutorials, and guided scanning/editing make it seem super easy. I have so many negatives that I’ll be doing this quite a while into the future, but I don’t mind. I do a few rolls while watching a show, work on other projects, come back to it. Something I did was to buy archival pages for the negatives. Then numbered them using whatever cataloging/ numbering system I felt like. Naming the scans using that name/# that I wrote on each page (which is then in a 3ring binder) was extremely easy to do in the scanning programs, and it means I can go back to find an individual shot later. Not really a pro-tip, just a suggestion. Machine is small, doesn’t take up much space and comes with a storage case/bag which fits the cords and plates easily. It’s a lot of money to spend if you only have a few rolls to do, but if you have as many as I do, it’s a great investment for the memories alone. I imagine if you were to have a small business to do this for others, this would be THE scanner to buy. Simple set up. Easy to use. Highly recommend. ## Features - [NewlyLaunched] OpticFilm 8300i Ai equipped with new generation of chip, which increase by 38% scan speed compared to the last model. Bundled SilverFast 9 included over 100 functions that have additional improvement make 8300i Ai becomes powerful - [Advanced IT 8 Targets Included] bundled with 3-slide of 35mm Calibration Target (99 USD), this advanced standard IT8 target (ISO 12641-2 compliant 2019) gives more measuring point to ensure less interpolation while performing scanner color calibration. - [Dual Professional Software Included] - Bundled with world's digital imaging software - SilverFast 9 Ai studio & Plustek Quick Scan Plus, easier to digitizeand archive slide and films with well-designed hardware feature and advanced image processing. - [New Algorithms] SilverFast 9 with new algorithms eliminated the boundaries of film and digital image; successfully optimized the image result by built-in infrared, iSRD, HDRi, 16-bit Histogram, Multi-Exposure or NegaFix. - [Support Windows 7/8/10/11 and Mac OS] USB flash drive included. User can easily install and start using it without optical disc drive. Plustek also provided US-based expert services via phone or online support. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B09L7NDNFG | | Best Sellers Rank | #102,476 in Office Products ( See Top 100 in Office Products ) #49 in Slide & Negative Scanners | | Brand | plustek | | Color Depth | 16 bits | | Connection Type | USB | | Connectivity Technology | USB | | Customer Reviews | 4.0 out of 5 stars 354 Reviews | | Greyscale Depth | 16 bits | | Item Dimensions D x W x H | 10.7"D x 4.73"W x 4.7"H | | Item Weight | 2.74 kg | | Light Source Type | LED | | Manufacturer | Plustek | | Media Type | 35mm Slide | | Minimum System Requirements | Windows 7 | | Model Name | OpticFilm 8300i Ai | | Optical Sensor Technology | CCD | | Product Dimensions | 10.7"D x 4.73"W x 4.7"H | | Resolution | 7200 | | Scanner Type | Film | | UPC | 783064369626 | | Warranty Description | 1 Year limited warranty | ## Product Details - **Brand:** plustek - **Color Depth:** 16 bits - **Connectivity Technology:** USB - **Greyscale Depth:** 16 bits - **Item Weight:** 2.74 kg - **Model Name:** OpticFilm 8300i Ai - **Optical Sensor Technology:** CCD - **Product Dimensions:** 10.7"D x 4.73"W x 4.7"H - **Resolution:** 7200 - **Scanner Type:** Film ## Images ![OpticFilm 8300i Ai Film Scanner - Ai Studio 9 + Advanced IT8 Target - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81hYLRFLDwL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: What’s the difference between the OpticFilm 8200i Ai and the OpticFilm 8300i Ai?** A: 1.8300i Ai equipped with new generation of chip, which increase by 38% scan speed 2.Bundle Advanced IT 8 Targets, gives more measuring point to ensure less interpolation while performing scanner color calibration. **Q: Who is this machine suitable for?** A: OpticFilm 8300i Ai is ideal for professional photographers, hobbyists, graphic designers, and anyone who demands exceptional image quality—especially when producing high-quality photo enlargements. **Q: What's the scan speed?** A: Scan speed depends on the scan resolution: higher DPI (dots per inch) results in longer scan times. Additionally, using IR (iSRD) dust and scratch removal will approximately double the scanning duration. **Q: Can OpticFilm 8300i series perform batch scanning or scan panoramic film?** A: No, please select OpticFilm 135i sereis **Q: I don’t have a CD-ROM. How can I install the scanner driver and SilverFast software?** A: The package will include a USB flash drive, user can use this install scanner driver. For Silverfast software, please follow quick install guide or see below image, registry a Silverfast account and use scanner series number to active Silverfast ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The best 35mm scanner in this price bracket. *by B***E on October 27, 2024* There seems to be a large gap between the cheap film digitizers and the commercial grade film scanners. This is one of the few options out there that gives fantastic results for under $1,000. I'm well within the "amateur photographer" range, so this is really a bit overkill for my needs. Not complaining at all, I am very happy with what it can do. The scratch-fix works well, but it isn't a miracle worker. There is only so much it can do to save the image. If the scratch is severe, it will come through and there's no fixing that. The speed of the machine is great at about 30 seconds per image at 3600dpi. When cranked all the way up to 7200dpi, the scan takes about 3 min. Image qquality is fantastic. You can see the film grain quite clearly when zoomed in, even on the lower 3600dpi setting. The biggest drawback is SilverFast9. It's a hassle to get up and running, and has quite a learning curve. I've never used darkroom or photoshop, so the features on here are well beyond my pay grade. But with perseverance, you can get a preset that you like and keep it there. Alternatively, you can use Plustek's proprietary scan software Quickscan Plus. This offers hassle-free scanning for those less computer savvy. I love the detents for feeding the film through the scanner, and the flaps that keep the dust out when the feeder is out of the machine. Though I keep it zipped up in the protective case when not in use, just to keep it dust-free. Overall, it's a great device for amateurs trying to digitize 35mm photos and professionals who can get the most out of the complicated software. I know, it's a bitter pill to spend $600 on a scanner that only does one format. But the one format it does, it does very well. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Wish I’d bought it sooner *by E***. on October 20, 2022* Not a professional photographer, just have hundreds of rolls from 30 years of keeping a camera on me at all times. This has been a godsend to see all these photos again. Many prints have been given away, framed, lost, destroyed, etc, but I always kept the negatives. This is not a fast machine, in that obviously you have to do every shot one at a time, but the picture quality is great. I opted to just scan everything in at 3600dpi jpg, using the quick scan program for a full catalog of pics. Then, for the ones I plan to do something with, I use the Silverfast 9 program to do a full scan with adjustment. And there are A LOT of possible adjustments. Admittedly, at a level I’m not even fully knowledgeable about. But the tutorials, and guided scanning/editing make it seem super easy. I have so many negatives that I’ll be doing this quite a while into the future, but I don’t mind. I do a few rolls while watching a show, work on other projects, come back to it. Something I did was to buy archival pages for the negatives. Then numbered them using whatever cataloging/ numbering system I felt like. Naming the scans using that name/# that I wrote on each page (which is then in a 3ring binder) was extremely easy to do in the scanning programs, and it means I can go back to find an individual shot later. Not really a pro-tip, just a suggestion. Machine is small, doesn’t take up much space and comes with a storage case/bag which fits the cords and plates easily. It’s a lot of money to spend if you only have a few rolls to do, but if you have as many as I do, it’s a great investment for the memories alone. I imagine if you were to have a small business to do this for others, this would be THE scanner to buy. Simple set up. Easy to use. Highly recommend. ### ⭐ Not a bad model though. Does what it’s supposed to. *by B***. on May 17, 2026* My first scanner failed to work. No light when scanning. I had to buy a replacement. The software manufacturer has nothing to do with hardware issues. I’ll have to send it out for repairs. ## Frequently Bought Together - Plustek OpticFilm 8300i Ai Film Scanner - Converts 35mm Film & Slide into Digital, Bundle SilverFast Ai Studio 9 + QuickScan Plus, Include Advanced IT8 Calibration Target (3 Slide) - Plustek 2 x 35 mm Mounted Slide Holders (Positive), for OpticFilm 72~83 Series use only (8100 & 8200i & 8300i) - Plustek 2 x 35 mm Negative Holders (Negative Film), for OpticFilm 72~83 Series use only (8100 & 8200i & 8300i) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.jp/products/383336407-opticfilm-8300i-ai-film-scanner-ai-studio-9-advanced-it8](https://www.desertcart.jp/products/383336407-opticfilm-8300i-ai-film-scanner-ai-studio-9-advanced-it8) --- *Product available on Desertcart Japan* *Store origin: JP* *Last updated: 2026-09-06*