FRONTIER VS NORITSU

Who doesn’t love options.

At Laz, we are proud to offer the choice between two industry leading film scanners - the Fujifilm Frontier SP-3000 and the Noritsu LS-600.

Both of these are capable of scanning 35mm film, and all 120 film is done through the SP-3000.

Some contributing factors to consider when choosing your scanner -

• film stock

• subject matter/desired aesthetic

• lighting conditions

• any reference images or previous orders

The Frontier SP-3000 is often preferred for colour film, due to the exceptional highlight detail and colour pay off. We find the scans slightly warmer, with a classic aesthetic and the film glow we all know and love. Contrast can be adjusted but is generally a little stronger than the Noritsu. Black frame/full frame scans can only be done on the SP-3000, so if that’s your jam, the Frontier is for you.

The Noritsu LS-600 is undoubtedly our go to for B&W film, but the colour results offer an excellent alternative to the Frontier. The Noritsu offers sharper and crispier details with slightly cooler tones. This is a little closer to a digital looking image but maintains the softness of film. Chat to us in-store about your desired look and we’ll happily point you in the right direction.

Check out the examples below, or switch it up for your next order and compare for yourself, and let us know your thoughts.