Capture
High‑resolution camera scanning with medium‑format optics to translate film into rich, dimensional data—not flat pixels.
pyxartis Offers High-Resolution, Ultra-Fast Film Scanning & Digital Preservation
Rediscover the depth, grain, and timeless beauty of analog photography through museum-grade film scanning. We capture negatives, slides, and transparencies with Phase One–class precision and fine‑art color management—preserving tone, texture, and intent—for archival storage, retouching, and exhibition‑quality printing.
Our film scanning services go beyond simple digitization—they preserve the life and legacy of your analog work with extraordinary precision. Each scan becomes a true digital master, opening the door to next-generation archival printing, exhibition reproduction, and digital preservation. Whether you’re protecting decades of negatives or preparing film-based art for wider release, Pyxartis ensures your images are captured with museum-grade fidelity, ready to be shared, displayed, or reimagined for new audiences.
Precision Meets Preservation
Our workflow mirrors the standards used for museum reproduction: controlled lighting, cross‑polarization, dust‑managed handling, and calibrated color from capture to delivery. Your scans arrive as 16‑bit masters ready for print or archive.
Color
ICC‑driven color management, tone mapping, and stock‑aware balancing to preserve the character of each emulsion.
Deliver
Archival 16‑bit TIFFs + web‑ready JPEGs (optional DNG). Naming, metadata, and folder structures matched to your needs.
What and How We Scan
Formats
35mm, 120/220 (6×4.5, 6×6, 6×7, 6×9), 4×5, 5×7, 8×10; slides, negatives (C‑41, E‑6, B&W), glass plates, contact sheets.
Handling
Gentle, dust‑controlled prep with anti‑Newton options. Gloves, air filtration, anti‑static measures throughout.
Outputs
Our standard delivery is 16‑bit TIFF (master), other formats available for a small fee: JPEG (derivative), optional DNG; calibrated sRGB/Adobe RGB/ProPhoto;
Who Its For
Artists & Photographers
Translate analog portfolios into dependable, print‑ready masters without losing the film’s character.
Galleries & Collectors
Archive holdings, plan exhibitions, and enable faithful reprints while safeguarding originals.
Archives & Estates
Consolidate, organize, and future‑proof legacy bodies of work with consistent naming and metadata.
How do pyxartis scans compare to traditional drum scans?
FEATURE | TRADITIONAL | PYXARTIS |
Resolution & Detail | 4,000–11,000 dpi equivalent; quality depends on mounting and operator skill. | 151 MP single-shot capture; exceeds drum scan sharpness, resolving true film grain and micro detail. |
Color & Tonal Range | High quality but prone to banding, Newton rings, or fluid artifacts. | 16-bit TIFFs with ~15 stops of dynamic range; smooth tonal transitions and color accuracy. |
Speed | 3–5 scans per hour; extensive wet mounting required. | Up to 50 frames an hour; no wet mounting, minimal prep. |
Consistency | Dependent on operator skill and calibration; variation common. | Camera-based workflow ensures repeatable, calibrated results every time. |
Film Formats | 35mm, 120, and large format; very slow for oversized film. | All formats supported: 35mm, 120, 4×5, 8×10, and beyond via seamless stitching. |
Turnaround | Days or weeks, depending on queue and cleaning time. | Digital delivery via WeTransfer as fast as same day. |
Price | $75–$150 per scan. | From $20 per scan, with optional add-ons (inversion, color, dust removal). |
