Is your collection of slides gathering dust in a closet? Have you forgotten what’s on them? Send them to us for scanning, and you’ll be enjoying and sharing those happy memories, milestones, and festive occasions in only a few short weeks.
Our prepaid slide scanning box fits around 540 slides and costs as low as $235, or around 41 cents per slide.
After you place your order, we’ll send you a prepaid box for your slides. Before you pack them up and ship them to us, please read our guidelines for how to prepare your slides for scanning.
All work is completed onsite at our facility in Irvine, California and handled with the greatest of care by trained professionals. We hand scan each slide and use special technology to ensure your slides are translated into the highest quality digital format possible.
Key Features:
- Free shipping, + $19.95 when Return Slides option is selected
- Digital ICE options available – learn more about the technology in this blog post
- U.S. domestic orders only
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— Joe Farace (@joefarace) January 27, 2014Note: Due to swift technological changes, your prepaid box order must be received at ScanMyPhotos.com within 6 months from the date the order was placed. If we don’t receive it within 6 months, the box expires and no consideration, obligation or monetary reimbursement of any kind will be provided.
Since 1990, we have preserved millions of precious memories. Send us your slides today, and start enjoying them in digital format within a few short weeks!
File Size Information
| Resolution | Uncompressed file size | JPEG file size | Pixel by pixel dimension | Megapixel equivalent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 DPI | 18.4 MB | 1-3 MB | 2048 x 3140 | 6.4 MP |
| 4000 DPI | 66.5 MB | 8-10 MB | 3894 x 5971 | 23.3 MP |
Megapixels vs. Maximum Print Size Chart
| Resolution (MP) | Pixel Resolution | Print Size @ 300ppi | Print size @ 200ppi | Print size @ 150ppi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 DPI (6.4 MP) | 2048 x 3140 | 6.8" x 10.5" | 10.2" x 15.7" | 13.6" x 20.9" |
| 4000 DPI (23.3 MP) | 3894 x 5971 | 13" x 19.9" | 19.5" x 29.9" | 26" x 39.8" |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is the difference between Standard and Premium Scanning?
Standard Scanning
Save money on our most popular slide 35mm hand scanning service, without color adjustments, 20% discount from the premium scanning. To reduce dust and service scratches, most slides are scanned using Kodak’s Digital ICE Technology.
Premium Scanning
Our professional technicians hand scan each slide and carefully adjust the images to achieve the optimum color and density, ensuring each image is at its best. To reduce dust and service scratches, most slides are scanned using Kodak’s Digital ICE Technology.
Q. What resolutions do you scan at?
We offer two different resolutions. Our standard service is 2,000 DPI, which is equivalent to a 6 megapixel file. We also offer 4,000 DPI scans, the equivalent of a 16 megapixel file, at a higher rate.
Q. How large of a print can I make from the scanned images?
We recommend up to an 8"x10" print from 2,000 DPI scans, however you can go larger, just be aware there may be some pixelization when printed larger. 4,000 DPI scans can produce clear 20"x30" poster sized prints.
Q. Can you scan 126mm or 110 slides?
We can scan 126mm mounted slides, however due to the fact that our scanners are calibrated for 35mm slides, some of the image will be cropped out. We can also scan mounted 110 slides, however we cannot zoom in on the image and a large black border will be on the scan.
Limit of Liability / Copyright Info
Limit of Liability / Copyright Info Packaging Restrictions: Contents must reasonably fit within the Priority Mail packaging. Box cannot be reshaped or deformed when closed. When sealing a flat-rate box, the container flaps must be able to close within the normal folds. Tape may be applied to the flaps and seams to reinforce the container; provided the design of the container is not enlarged by opening the sides and the container is not reconstructed in any way. If you do not comply with these USPS requirements, the post office will return your box unprocessed and you will be liable for the cost to repack and resend to ScanMyPhotos.com
Additional Options: The quantity ordered for additional options MUST match the quantity of boxes ordered.
Refund Information: Due to the nature of the prepaid boxes and shipping costs, we cannot offer a refund once the empty box has been shipped.
Replacement Box: If you lose or damage your box, we charge $16.95 per box replacement fee to have new boxes shipped to you.
Before ordering, click here to review all terms and limit of liability
Important Notes
Our scanners are set up to scan standard 35mm slides. If we receive 126mm mounted slides, some of your image will be cropped off the top and bottom while some of the slide mount will be scanned on the right and left. Similarly, if we receive 110 mounted slides, your image will be smaller with a large black border on all sides. We cannot alter this. See the image below for diagrams showing the crop and an example of what the scan looks like.
Slides that are double mounted (see below) must be removed from metal mounts prior to submission for scanning. Any slide received still mounted in the metal bracket will not be scanned.
Other Related Services
We'll email you a link to download your images. Choose how long you want this link to be available online. We recommend two months.
Please provide us with the email address you want us to send the notification to. (Please review email to ensure accurate delivery)
(Volume Discounts Available)
1 DVD for $19.95
2-3 DVDs for $12.95 each
4-6 DVDs for $9.95 each
7 or more DVDs for $8.55 each
1 DVD for $19.95
2-3 DVDs for $12.95 each
4-6 DVDs for $9.95 each
7 or more DVDs for $8.55 each
Add the Express Scanning service that treats you to special privileges and custom services throughout the scanning process so your order is professionally scanned as the next order in line regardless of when it arrived. Otherwise, your order will be processed shipped out when completed, typically within 3 to 6 weeks of receipt. Adds 10¢ per scan. (Final completion time based on size of order.)
To upgrade to our super-fast Express VIP next-up SCANPASS service, you MUST first select the highest scanning resolution -- Choose 600 dpi resolution to access
Order a Photo Index Book for $95.50 per 1,000 negatives scanned. Pages are double sided and bound in a hard cover book with 25 images per 8½'' x 11'' page. Image rotation is NOT included with an order of the Photo Index Book from negatives.
All negatives on a strip must be scanned, minimum length 2 full frames. All 35mm negatives are scanned using Digital ICE and we color and density correct each image.
Signature confirmation service is HIGHLY recommended to ensure delivery of your photos back to you and only you. Otherwise the USPS carrier may just leave your box on your porch/mailbox leaving it susceptible to weather or theft.
Have your images saved to an 8GB thumb drive in addition to the standard DVD.
USPS Priority Mail:I would like you to return my entire order via USPS Priority Service and charge my credit card accordingly for shipping and handling. (minimum $17.95 based on size of order, weight and destination. Typically the least expensive way to ship back.)
Split Delivery:Split return delivery. For the quickest return of my scanned images, please FedEx Standard Overnight just the scanned digital discs for $37.50 and return my negatives separately via USPS Priority Mail service with an additional, complimentary duplicate disc. (Minimum USPS Priority mail S&H is $9.95 based on size of order, weight and destination, plus the additional $37.50 FedEx charge).
FedEx 2-Day I would like you to return my entire order via FedEx Domestic, 2-day delivery (P.O. Boxes not accepted) and charge my credit card accordingly for shipping and handling.
USPS Priority Mail:Return USPS shipping included with prepaid box + 29.95 when Return Box option is selected.)
Resolution
All negatives on a strip must be scanned, minimum length 2 full frames. All 120mm negatives are scanned using Digital ICE and we color and density correct each image.
1000dpi 2000dpi
All negatives on a strip must be scanned, minimum length 2 full frames. All 120mm negatives are scanned using Digital ICE and we color and density correct each image.
1000dpi 2000dpi
- 1-125 frames: $2.48 $4.96
- 126-750 frames: $2.14 $4.28
- 751+ frames: $1.95 $3.90
USPS Priority Mail: I would like you to return my entire order via USPS Priority Service and charge my credit card accordingly for shipping and handling. (minimum $17.95 based on size of order, weight and destination. Typically the least expensive way to ship back.)
Split Delivery: Split return delivery. For the quickest return of my scanned images, please FedEx Standard Overnight just the scanned digital discs for $37.50 and return my negatives separately via USPS Priority Mail service with an additional, complimentary duplicate disc. (Minimum USPS Priority mail S&H is $9.95 based on size of order, weight and destination, plus the additional $37.50 FedEx charge).
FedEx 2-Day: I would like you to return my entire order via FedEx Domestic, 2-day delivery (P.O. Boxes not accepted) and charge my credit card accordingly for shipping and handling.
For more information regarding scan resolutions, review the product details below
Resolution
All 35mm slides are scanned using Digital ICE and we color and density correct each image. Cost per slide is based upon quantity.
Standard 2000 DPI (6MP)
Standard 4000 DPI (16MP)
All 35mm slides are scanned using Digital ICE and we color and density correct each image. Cost per slide is based upon quantity.
Standard 2000 DPI (6MP)
- 1-200 slides: 71¢
- 201-499 slides: 62¢
- 500-1499 slides: 49¢
- 1500-2899 slides: 37¢
- 2900-5799 slides: 34¢
- 5800+ slides: 21¢
Standard 4000 DPI (16MP)
- 1-200 slides: 95¢
- 201-499 slides: 83¢
- 500-1499 slides: 67¢
- 1500-2899 slides: 54¢
- 2900-5799 slides: 41¢
- 5800+ slides: 27¢
- 1-200 slides: 89¢
- 201-499 slides: 78¢
- 500-1499 slides: 62¢
- 1500-2899 slides: 47¢
- 2900-5799 slides: 42¢
- 5800+ slides: 27¢
- 1-200 slides: $1.19
- 201-499 slides: $1.04
- 500-1499 slides: 84¢
- 1500-2899 slides: 68¢
- 2900-5799 slides: 59¢
- 5800+ slides: 40¢
USPS Priority Mail: You would like your entire order returned via USPS Priority Service and we will charge your credit card accordingly for shipping and handling. (minimum $17.95 based on size of order, weight and destination. Typically the least expensive way to ship back.)
Split Delivery: For the quickest return of your scanned images. FedEx Standard Overnight just the scanned digital discs for $37.50 and we will return your slides separately via USPS Priority Mail service with an additional, complimentary duplicate disc. (Minimum USPS Priority mail S&H is $9.95 based on size of order, weight and destination, plus the additional $37.50 FedEx charge)
FedEx Domestic 2-Day Delivery: You would like your entire order returned via FedEx Domestic, 2-day delivery (P.O. Boxes not accepted) and charge your credit card accordingly for shipping and handling.
Resolution
The fee is per roll, regardless of 15, 25 or 40 exposure. All APS negatives are scanned using Digital ICE and we color and density correct each image.All APS negatives are scanned using Digital ICE
2000 DPI (6MP)
The fee is per roll, regardless of 15, 25 or 40 exposure. All APS negatives are scanned using Digital ICE and we color and density correct each image.All APS negatives are scanned using Digital ICE
2000 DPI (6MP)
- $7.95
- $12.95
Return Delivery Options
USPS Priority Mail: You would like your entire order returned via USPS Priority Service and we will charge your credit card accordingly for shipping and handling.
- 1-500 photos - $27.95
- 501-1,500 photos - $32.95
- 1,501-2,500 photos - $37.95
- 2,500+ photos - $49.95 and up - priced according to weight and destination (may ship via FedEx Ground instead of USPS
Split Delivery: For the quickest return of your scanned images. FedEx Standard Overnight just the scanned digital discs for $37.50 and we will return your slides separately via USPS Priority Mail service with an additional, complimentary duplicate disc. (Minimum USPS Priority mail S&H is $9.95 based on size of order, weight and destination, plus the additional $37.50 FedEx charge)
FedEx Domestic 2-Day Delivery: You would like your entire order returned via FedEx Domestic, 2-day delivery (P.O. Boxes not accepted) and charge your credit card accordingly for shipping and handling.
Resolution
All 35mm slides are scanned using Digital ICE and we color and density correct each image. Cost per slide is based upon quantity.
Std 2000 DPI (6MP) Std 4000 DPI (16MP)
All 35mm slides are scanned using Digital ICE and we color and density correct each image. Cost per slide is based upon quantity.
Std 2000 DPI (6MP) Std 4000 DPI (16MP)
- 1-200 slides: 71¢ 95¢
- 201-499 slides: 62¢ 83¢
- 500-1499 slides: 49¢ 84¢
- 1500-2899 slides: 37¢ 54¢
- 2900-5799 slides: 34¢ 41¢
- 5800+ slides: 21¢ 27¢
- 1-200 slides: 89¢ $1.19
- 201-499 slides: 78¢ $1.04
- 500-1499 slides: 62¢ 84¢
- 1500-2899 slides: 47¢ 68¢
- 2900-5799 slides: 42¢ 59¢
- 5800+ slides: 27¢ 40¢
Convert Reels: Additional $2.00 per reel PLUS USB ($55.95) or Hard Drive ($125)
Mac USB:MPEG-4 File on 64GB USB ($2 per reel PLUS $55.95 for USB)
PC USB:AVI File on 64GB USB ($2 per reel PLUS $55.95 for USB) Mac Hard Drive:MPEG-4 File on 1TB HDD ($2 per reel PLUS $125.00 for HDD) Mac Hard Drive:AVI File on 1TB HDD ($2 per reel PLUS $125.00 for HDD) Convert VHS Tapes: Additional $5.00 per tape for converting to MPEG-4 file PLUS USB.
8GB USB:MPEG-4 File on 8GB USB ($5 per tape PLUS $15.95 for USB). (Approximately 7 tapes can be saved per drive)
64GB USB:MPEG-4 File on 64GB USB ($5 per tape PLUS $55.95 for USB). (Approximately 60 tapes can be saved per drive) Convert/Upload VHS Tapes: Additional $5.00 per tape for converting to MPEG-4 file PLUS Upload.
Convert VHS Tapes: Additional $70.00 per box for converting to MPEG-4 file PLUS USB.
64GB USB:MPEG-4 File on 64GB USB ($70 per box PLUS $55.95 for USB)
Convert/Upload VHS Tapes: Additional $70.00 per box for converting to MPEG-4 file PLUS Upload.
Convert Reels: Additional $50 per box PLUS Upload
5-Days:File Upload ($50 per box PLUS $54.95 for Upload)
1-Week:File Upload ($50 per box PLUS $59.95 for Upload) 2-Weeks:File Upload ($50 per box PLUS $62.95 for Upload) 1-Month:File Upload ($50 per box PLUS $64.95 for Upload) 2-Months:File Upload ($50 per box PLUS $69.95 for Upload) 6-Months:File Upload ($50 per box PLUS $79.95 for Upload) 1-Year:File Upload ($50 per box PLUS $89.95 for Upload) Convert Reels: Additional $50 per box PLUS USB ($55.95) or Hard Drive ($125)
Mac USB:MPEG-4 File on 64GB USB ($50 per box PLUS $55.95 for USB)
PC USB:AVI File on 64GB USB ($50 per box PLUS $55.95 for USB) Mac Hard Drive:MPEG-4 File on 1TB HDD ($50 per box PLUS $125.00 for HDD) Mac Hard Drive:AVI File on 1TB HDD ($50 per box PLUS $125.00 for HDD) Convert Reels: Additional $2 per reel PLUS Upload
5-Days:File Upload ($2 per reel PLUS $4.95 for Upload)
1-Week:File Upload ($2 per reel PLUS $9.95 for Upload) 2-Weeks:File Upload ($2 per reel PLUS $12.95 for Upload) 1-Month:File Upload ($2 per reel PLUS $14.95 for Upload) 2-Months:File Upload ($2 per reel PLUS $19.95 for Upload) 6-Months:File Upload ($2 per reel PLUS $29.95 for Upload) 1-Year:File Upload ($2 per box reel $39.95 for Upload) To reduce dust and service scratches, most slides are scanned using Kodak’s Digital ICE Technology.
Standard Scanning 2000 DPI (6MP) or 4000 DPI (16MP) - Save money on our most popular slide 35mm hand scanning service, without color adjustments, 20% discount from the premium scanning.
Premium Scanning 2000 DPI (6MP) or 4000 DPI (16MP) - Our professional technicians hand scan each slide and carefully adjust the images to achieve the optimum color and density, ensuring each image is at its best.
Standard Scanning 2000 DPI (6MP) or 4000 DPI (16MP) - Save money on our most popular slide 35mm hand scanning service, without color adjustments, 20% discount from the premium scanning.
Premium Scanning 2000 DPI (6MP) or 4000 DPI (16MP) - Our professional technicians hand scan each slide and carefully adjust the images to achieve the optimum color and density, ensuring each image is at its best.