I am processing some large format scans on my MBP (2.4) and these large files are slowwww with the standard 2 gb memory. Anyone here who can tell me if bumping the memory up to 4 gb made a difference for them for this kind of work? Thanks.
I am processing some large format scans on my MBP (2.4) and these large files are slowwww with the standard 2 gb memory. Anyone here who can tell me if bumping the memory up to 4 gb made a difference for them for this kind of work? Thanks.
I am processing some large format scans on my MBP (2.4) and these large files are slowwww with the standard 2 gb memory. Anyone here who can tell me if bumping the memory up to 4 gb made a difference for them for this kind of work? Thanks.
You might want to just move up to a Mac Pro soon as you can. Not cheap at all, but you will be so much happier - and it should last you for years.
If you are an amateur working with large and medium format scans, I believe the thing limiting your workflow is RAM and storage, not CPU speed so an older Mac Pro might suit your needs. I say that not because I don't think your images are "worth" a better system ('cause I know some amateurs who can shoot circles around some pros) just that money is big consideration, and since you aren't charging a client for your time you can afford to wait around if it means saving some of your own money.
Thanks again for the really great answers. I do send out my film for processing and scanning to get an idea of what to expect.
The idea of a Pro and an iPad has some real appeal...
Because serious photography is all about being able to justify buying new things.... (yes yes yes - I'm kidding - mostly - )
How much are you spending on your scans? You may be able to finance your Mac Pro by first buying a scanner, if you are currently helping to send the kids of the scanning tech to college. Look at the Epson Perfection V700 and V750 (though I suspect the V700 is suitable). Great scans, nearly the quality of drum scans (and if you have a neg that deserves a drum scan you can send just that one neg out). These scanners are highly rated, and for doing MF and LF are about the best value out that.
If you can save the cost of the scanner by doing it yourself, then once it's paid for itself you can put the savings towards the Mac Pro. Good Luck.
The place I have sent the film for developing only does high resolution and very expensive scans, so I sent the developed film to a cheaper place that uses a V700 according to the photo data. The results are good, but would I have drum-processing envy if I got one of those done?
Maybe I should just do B&W and process it in the bathroom like I did so long ago. Nuthin like a contact print, and heck, 4x5 enlargers that were impossibly expensive back then are cheap now...too bad color is so hard to do at home.