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APS Film to Digital Conversion – Expert Scanning Service

APS Scanning

Mr Scan studio is equipped with American imported professional APS (Advanced Photo System) studio scanners to give you the best quality image from your processed APS films.

To our knowledge we are the only UK company using these professional American modified units which are dedicated to APS film scanning.

With our specially modified software we are able to produce high resolution APS scans from your films.

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APS Film Scanning JPG

From £4.50
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APS Film Scanning TIFF

From £5.95

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Average Scanning area (Pixels)

(Varies depends on Slide manufacture, size and cropping)

 4400×2450 4400×2450
Resolution 4000 dpi 4000 dpi
Bit Depth 24 24
Saved as Jpeg Tiff
Average File Size 6-7Mb 25-35Mb

Dust Removal

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Digital ICE® dust removal will work very well in most instances, although it does slightly soften the image (minimal) it is 100% worth using, if you wish for dust removal to be switched off please let us know, we don’t advise this however we can offer it.
Colour Correction Full Digital ROC
Grain Noise Reduction Full Digital GEM
Contrast and Exposure Full Digital SHO Technology
Rotation As per original film
Inspection and touch up Full inspection and minor touch up where required
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This is the service that 90% of our customers use. Great for the home and family photos

 

All images scanned in Jpg format

 

Uses multi-pass scanning technology for up to 16 scan passes for faithful reproduction and smoother gradation where required

 

DIGITAL ICE – Removes Surface Defects (Fine setting)

DIGITAL ROC – Restores and Corrects Colour
FULL DIGITAL GEM – Reduces Film Grain Noise
DIGITAL SHO – Optimizes Contrast and Exposure

All images scanned in TIFF format

TIFF Technology is a loss less compression used for printing larger images at for example canvas printing

Uses multi-pass scanning technology for up to 16 scan passes for faithful reproduction and smoother gradation where required

DIGITAL ICE – Removes Surface Defects

DIGITAL ROC – Restores and Corrects Colour
FULL DIGITAL GEM – Reduces Film Grain Noise
DIGITAL SHO – Optimizes Contrast and Exposure
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APS Guide

Full circle: Unexposed

Half circle: Partly exposed

Cross sign: Fully exposed but not processed

Square: Processed

APS Film Scanning – Important Information

At Mr Scan we are one of the UK’s leading APS film scanning specialists, offering a truly professional service using dedicated APS film scanners — never cheap domestic units that can risk damaging your film.

We can scan any previously processed APS film (i.e. films where photos have already been developed). We assume all APS films sent to us have been processed.
We digitise all formats, including APS negative, positive, and monochrome (B&W) film.

Why Choose Our APS Film Scanning Service?

  • All roll sizes scanned at one fixed price – whether 15, 25 or 40 exposures.

  • Dedicated APS film scanners deliver superior quality compared to domestic scanners used by many competitors.

  • Our equipment automatically reads the DX code, ensuring correct frame numbers and accurate colour correction for each image.
    (Note: No APS scanner can retrieve extra data such as the date of the photo.)

  • Anti-static cleaning brushes remove dust before scanning, and Digital ICE™ Technology identifies and removes surface defects automatically.

  • We offer multiple scanning resolutions, giving flexibility for HD digital archiving, printing, or professional use.

  • Our high-speed, purpose-built scanning workflow ensures fast turnaround and outstanding results.

  • Old analogue APS images are upscaled to high-definition digital files for the best possible quality.

All final image adjustments are completed using our LoupeDesk Photoshop Suite, ensuring clean, vibrant and accurate results.

How to Scan APS Film (Advanced Photo System Film)

APS film (Advanced Photo System), also known as Advantix film, was popular in the 1990s and early 2000s but is now obsolete. Because APS film is stored inside a cartridge and uses a magnetic data layer, it requires specialist professional scanning equipment to safely extract the images at high resolution without damaging the film.

At Mr Scan Ltd, we use dedicated professional APS film scanners designed specifically for this format. Unlike domestic flatbed or home film scanners, professional APS scanning systems can correctly read the film orientation, exposure data, and frame positioning — ensuring the highest possible image quality.

Why APS Film Is Difficult to Scan

APS film cannot simply be opened and placed into a standard negative scanner. Key challenges include:

  • Film is sealed inside a cartridge

  • Frames are smaller than 35mm film

  • Magnetic IX data must be read correctly

  • Many home scanners cannot physically accept APS cartridges

  • Opening cartridges incorrectly can permanently damage film

For best results, APS film should always be scanned using dedicated APS film scanning hardware operated by experienced technicians.

Professional APS Film Scanning Process

Our professional APS scanning workflow is designed to protect your originals while delivering maximum quality:

  1. APS cartridges are inspected and logged into our tracking system

  2. Film is scanned using professional dedicated APS scanners

  3. Images are colour corrected and density balanced

  4. Files are output to high resolution JPEG or TIFF formats

  5. Originals are safely returned with your digital files

This process ensures your APS photos are preserved digitally for future generations.

Can You Scan APS Film at Home?

While some older consumer scanners claimed APS compatibility, most are now discontinued and provide limited quality. Home scanning attempts can result in:

  • Soft or low-resolution images

  • Incorrect colours

  • Cropped or misaligned frames

  • Risk of damaging irreplaceable film

Professional APS scanning delivers significantly better results, especially for archiving family memories.

Convert APS Film to Digital – UK Service

Mr Scan provides a specialist APS film to digital conversion service in the UK, helping customers recover photos from:

  • Kodak Advantix APS film

  • Fujifilm Nexia APS film

  • Agfa APS film cartridges

We can output your images to USB, download, or archival storage formats depending on your requirements.

Why Choose Mr Scan for APS Film Scanning?

  • Professional APS dedicated scanning equipment

  • High resolution archival quality output

  • No upfront payment – pay once scanning is complete

  • UK based specialist film scanning lab

  • Trusted by thousands of customers since 2007

If you have APS film cartridges and are unsure of their condition, we can assess them for you. Even partially exposed or unprocessed cartridges can sometimes be recovered using specialist techniques.