When reading photographic film using a high-resolution scanner, minute dust particles and scratches that are invisible to the naked eye are picked up. The dust/scratch removal function first detects dust and scratches with infrared light, and then determines the size and shape of the dust/ scratches along with the characteristics of the surrounding image using a normal white light scan. The dust and scratches are then automatically removed through the high-level integration of hardware and software processing, producing a beautiful reproduction. In the case of reprints from existing photographs, dust and scratches are minimized with software processing.

When correcting heavily backlit images, simply increasing the overall brightness causes bright areas to become completely washed out. The backlight correction function analyzes the image and automatically adjusts the overall image brightness and contrast according to the darkness of areas that need correction.

This function restores vivid colors to film or photo prints with discoloration or color seepage. The histogram of the scanned image is analyzed and the hue, color balance, contrast and saturation are automatically adjusted to appropriate levels.

This function reduces the shadow that occurs when an open book or magazine is scanned. The shadow created by the book's spine is detected using a shape-recognition density table, and the brightness is adjusted accordingly.