Scanner vs. Camera
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Scanner
updated 12/5/2012
From the NspireD2 blog - [Link] Camera Goal: screen display Goal: fine printing Utility Multiple items Scans photos Scans film Dimensions Delicate items Availability Speed Portability Quality Colors Close focus Blurry corners Movement Alignment Lighting Resolution Cost Should be fine with a camera Probably not high enough resolution Multipurpose No automatic solution Problematic No Can capture 3D objects Objects can be left in place High Instant Easy Probably not as high with a camera May be better with a good camera lens May require macro mode or lens May be an issue with closeups Unless using a tripod and release Must be pointed straight on Depends on the situation Measured in megapixels A good inexpensive 18 MP camera costs more than $100. A basic DSLR costs $500
Scanner Using a scanner may be overkill No problem Single purpose Use a scanner with a sheet feeder Better with a scanner Yes For flat objects Objects must be placed in the scanner Not everyone has one Several seconds per sheet Bigger, may require power cord Generally better with a scanner Can adjust if saved in RAW format No problem No problem No problem No problem No problem Measured in dots per inch (dpi). An 8.5x11" image scanned at 600 dpi equals 33.6 megapixels A good, yet inexpensive 4800 dpi scanner costs less than $100
