No frills review and I agree that this is a very worthwhile scanner especially given the price of about £55 in the UK. I have one of these and I can't fault it. There seems to have been a movement away from flatbed scanners in recent years. There seem to be more document feeder and two-in-on scanner printers available these days. Fine if that's what you need, but if you occasionally need to scan a book page (while it's still in the book) then this scanner is ideal.
Probably give this one a try as I had bad experience with handheld scanner. At $55 I can't go wrong with it. Gonna use it for scan my film photo albums and lots of old pamphlets and documents.
I am interested in purchasing this scanner primarily for scanning many older photos from pre computer days. I am not clear as to why this scanner is better than using the scan feature on my all in one printer. Please explain what is the difference and what are the advantages of using a scanner. I want to eventually place the scanned photos into a digital photo frame.
Hello, Thank you very much for clarifying some things about the scanner, I have a question if you would be so kind and have knowledge about it... I use this tool to scan drawings and I would like to know if the scanner cannot distinguish or does not have the ability to scan neon colors well. Every time I scan with the photo utility, the neon phosphorescent colors don't show up well in the final image and I don't know if it's because the scanner hardware doesn't have those properties or I have somehow misconfigured that color part.
Usually for phosphorescent colors, you'll probably need to get your art work professionally photographed rather than scanned. These types of colors reflect light differently from normal mediums and behave in a way that common scanner sensors aren't equipped to receive properly.
@@JeremyTani Thank you very much, this scanner may not work well with these colors, but other scanners from other brands like EPSON do a decent job with them, I have already tested it.
What photo scanner would you recommend to use for scanning photo album photos into the computer. I have no need for a document scanner. Thank you so much.
I read a review saying this scanner can go up to 2400dpi on a pc, but only 600dpi on a Mac. Is this true? If true is that just the Canon software and different using Macs built in 'Image Capture'?
Usually the scan resolution is not a feature of the software or the operating system. It is a feature of the hardware. Here is a link to Canon’s specs for the scanner which clearly shows the max resolution: www.usa.canon.com/internet/portal/us/home/products/details/scanners/photo-scanner/canoscan-lide-300
Thanks for ur Helpful videos........Do a normal user really need Canon Lide 400 with 4800 dpi.........or is Canon Lide 300 more than enough with it's 2400 dpi......What do u think.....??
Halo, can this scanner scan two or more of document and save in one file? example i scan 3 paper of document and make its save to be abc.pdf so the file i open it have 3 sheet document thankyou
Hello, I am in need for HELP I purchased a new Lide 300 although I have a perfect working Lide 210 that is performing PERFECT. I have 30 years’ experience with Pc and Macs and scanners. I have 2 W10 + 2 W11 +2 New MacBook pro. My Lide 300 arrived, and I went ahead with the installation. Yes, I was aware about the lock switch in the bottom from my Lide 210. Everything went well until I got the message CANNOT COMMUNICATE WITH SCANNER FOR THESE REASONS: Scanner is turned off. USB cable is disconnected. Please check and try again. Scanner driver will be closed. Code: 2.156.33 I tried on all my computers (6) and received the same answer. I concluded I received a faulty scanner. I returned it and received another. Went through and received the same result. I can see the driver has been installed and the software. When I run the installation, it will make a stop on number 4 of 7 in the top screen and then I get the message. Any ideas? I am using the original cable. I have owned several scanners and never had any problems to get them installed. Would appreciate any help. Regards Sven
It could be a faulty usb cable too. I didin´t got any malfunction message, but the scanner didin´t worked. I changed the usb port and it worked just fine.
This is good if you’re an artist who just needs the flatbed… but they really have to make a bigger one like this eventually 💀 Cuz having only the flatbed means it’s less costly
Hello I am in need for HELP I purchased a new Lide 300 although I have a perfect working Lide 210 that is performing PERFECT. I have 30 years experience with Pc and Macs and scanners. I have 2 W10 + 2 W11 +2 New MacBook pro. My Lide 300 arrived and I went ahead with the installation. Yes I was aware about the lock switch in the bottom from my Lide 210. Everything went well until I got the message CANNOT COMMUNICATE WITH SCANNER FOR THESE REASONS: Scanner is turned off. USB cable is disconnected. Please check and try again. Scanner driver will be closed. Code: 2.156.33 I tried on all my computers (6) and received the same answer. I concluded I received a faulty scanner. I returned it and received another. Went through and received the same result. I can see the driver has been installed and also the software. When I run the installation it will make a stop on number 4 of 7 in the top screen and then I get the message. Any ideas?. I am using the original cable. I have owned several scanners and never had any problems to get them installed. Would appreciate any help. Regards Sven
I sympathise with you Sven. I had endless similar problems with the Lide 120 - same and similar error essages, and tried all the suggested fixes, and more. Some folks even dismantle the scanner and poke about with soldering irons and dusting brushes, claiming it solves the errors, but I don't think anybody should have to do that on a new piece of kit. There is clearly a softrware problem which Canon seem unable, or unwilling, to rectify. I eventually got the 120 to work on a laptop with Windows 7 Professional, and it is a good scanner when it does work. Canon need to address the software glitches, which spoil an otherwise good scanner. And pay for a hair transplant to replace all the hair I've pulled out trying to make their product work!
I am interested in purchasing this scanner primarily for scanning many older photos from pre computer days. I am not clear as to why this scanner is better than using the scan feature on my all in one printer. Please explain what is the difference and what are the advantages of using a scanner. I want to eventually place the scanned photos into a digital photo frame.
Just a followup question... After installing the driver described in this video, I noticed there was an "extra" software installed altogether: Canon Inkjet Printer/Scanner/Fax Extended Survey Program...is this essential to keep or is it okay to uninstall it??
@@Reviewlamp as in safely taking the plug out after use. Is there a procedure we need to follow? I'm sorry I'm really new at tech related things and don't know the proper terms
I love i can just put anything into youtube and somebody has tested it xD thank you, it was very helpful ♥
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I have a LIDE 20 which I bought from eBay ages ago. It is just like this: simple and efficient. It also looks the same. One doesn't need any more.
Thanks for the comment. Yes, simplicity has its advantages
Do you know if it works with Windows 11?
A clear and efficient demonstration. Thank you.
Thanks.
No frills review and I agree that this is a very worthwhile scanner especially given the price of about £55 in the UK. I have one of these and I can't fault it. There seems to have been a movement away from flatbed scanners in recent years. There seem to be more document feeder and two-in-on scanner printers available these days. Fine if that's what you need, but if you occasionally need to scan a book page (while it's still in the book) then this scanner is ideal.
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Agreed .
Simple & Easy to use.
Thank you for sharing
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Probably give this one a try as I had bad experience with handheld scanner.
At $55 I can't go wrong with it.
Gonna use it for scan my film photo albums and lots of old pamphlets and documents.
Yo
Did you buy it?
How is quality on film negatives?
Succinct and informative review---thank you for posting
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@@Reviewlamp You got it! After I start using the 300, I'll offer more feedback
mine just arrived, works very well
Thanks for the comment
I am interested in purchasing this scanner primarily for scanning many older photos from pre computer days. I am not clear as to why this scanner is better than using the scan feature on my all in one printer. Please explain what is the difference and what are the advantages of using a scanner. I want to eventually place the scanned photos into a digital photo frame.
He mentioned it's faster than an AIO scanner.
Thanks for the detailed review. Think I'm going to buy one. 🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧
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@@Reviewlamp went out and bought it. It's really good for what I need it for . And yes I've subscribed. Thanks again
Hello, Thank you very much for clarifying some things about the scanner, I have a question if you would be so kind and have knowledge about it...
I use this tool to scan drawings and I would like to know if the scanner cannot distinguish or does not have the ability to scan neon colors well.
Every time I scan with the photo utility, the neon phosphorescent colors don't show up well in the final image and I don't know if it's because the scanner hardware doesn't have those properties or I have somehow misconfigured that color part.
To be honest, I haven’t tested that out so I wouldn’t be able to comment on it. Sorry I wasn’t able to help.
Usually for phosphorescent colors, you'll probably need to get your art work professionally photographed rather than scanned. These types of colors reflect light differently from normal mediums and behave in a way that common scanner sensors aren't equipped to receive properly.
@@JeremyTani Thank you very much, this scanner may not work well with these colors, but other scanners from other brands like EPSON do a decent job with them, I have already tested it.
Very nice review. Thanks.
Thanks for watching!
Excellent review! Thank you!
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1:27 Hi, is it possible to scan film with this one? Trying to cut cost in the process, someone is selling one good boi close to me. Thanks!!
why does it say only 600dpi (1:36) ? I'm currently looking at a new scanner to buy and they say the Canon Lide 300 does 2400 x 4800dpi.
What photo scanner would you recommend to use for scanning photo album photos into the computer. I have no need for a document scanner. Thank you so much.
Thanks. My HP all in one scanner does not work so I need a simple scanner that works.
The link to the scanner is right below the video, in case you’re looking to buy one
I read a review saying this scanner can go up to 2400dpi on a pc, but only 600dpi on a Mac. Is this true? If true is that just the Canon software and different using Macs built in 'Image Capture'?
Usually the scan resolution is not a feature of the software or the operating system. It is a feature of the hardware. Here is a link to Canon’s specs for the scanner which clearly shows the max resolution: www.usa.canon.com/internet/portal/us/home/products/details/scanners/photo-scanner/canoscan-lide-300
Just does it work with Windows 11? Thank you.
Yes
Is it possible to scan to a phone?
No. This only scans to Computers. This model will scan to phones: amzn.to/459Wlpg
Thanks for ur Helpful videos........Do a normal user really need Canon Lide 400 with 4800 dpi.........or is Canon Lide 300 more than enough with it's 2400 dpi......What do u think.....??
For most day to day scanning the Lide 300 is sufficient
Can I use it with mobile / ipad ?
Can it connect to wifi?
How do I activate a preview so I can select what to scan?
Hey, there are drivers for this scanner for Windows 11?
Yes
@@Reviewlamp Thanks
Is it possible to run this scanner under Mojave? (10.14.6)
Yes
What is the dimension of the scanning glass?
Use the Amazon link that he provided. It's shown there.
Would you please recommend the lide 300 or 400. Thanks a lot.
I recommended the Lide 400 slim for better scan resolution: amzn.to/3Sz9Xqb
Halo, can this scanner scan two or more of document and save in one file? example i scan 3 paper of document and make its save to be abc.pdf so the file i open it have 3 sheet document
thankyou
Yes. He says so in the video
Hi! Is it possible to scan a document and then automatically print it out as photocopy?
Yes. You can run a copy through the software it comes with.
what's the main difference between the LIDE 400?
Extra features and higher resolution scans on the 400.
❤❤❤ Thanks for this great review! Great detailed demo of the device's features!
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Thank you for this
Any idea vs epson v19? Which is better?
A more comparable model would be the Epson V39: amzn.to/3Nom4SE
What is preferable scanner resolution for old and new photos?
300-600dpi will work fine
Can you scan slides on this scanner, thanks for any help.
What kind of slides?
Does it automatically crop photos?
no darling
How can i scan a 2400 dpi document or photo
Great
Thanks!
Is it compatible with Chromebook?
It isn’t. Only windows and mac
Hello, I am in need for HELP
I purchased a new Lide 300 although I have a perfect working Lide 210 that is performing
PERFECT. I have 30 years’ experience with Pc and Macs and scanners. I have 2 W10 + 2 W11 +2
New MacBook pro. My Lide 300 arrived, and I went ahead with the installation. Yes, I was aware
about the lock switch in the bottom from my Lide 210. Everything went well until I got the
message CANNOT COMMUNICATE WITH SCANNER FOR THESE REASONS: Scanner is turned
off. USB cable is disconnected. Please check and try again. Scanner driver will be closed. Code:
2.156.33
I tried on all my computers (6) and received the same answer. I concluded I received a faulty
scanner. I returned it and received another. Went through and received the same result. I can see
the driver has been installed and the software. When I run the installation, it will make a stop on
number 4 of 7 in the top screen and then I get the message.
Any ideas? I am using the original cable. I have owned several scanners and never had any
problems to get them installed.
Would appreciate any help.
Regards Sven
Did you try all the steps in my setup video:
ua-cam.com/video/kDGXjJ29eCs/v-deo.html
It could be a faulty usb cable too. I didin´t got any malfunction message, but the scanner didin´t worked. I changed the usb port and it worked just fine.
Will this work with chromebook?
Unfortunately not. Only windows and Mac
Can we connect this to iPad?
No. Only Windows or Mac
This is good if you’re an artist who just needs the flatbed… but they really have to make a bigger one like this eventually 💀
Cuz having only the flatbed means it’s less costly
Price
Hello I am in need for HELP
I purchased a new Lide 300 although I have a perfect working Lide 210 that is performing PERFECT. I have 30 years experience with Pc and Macs and scanners. I have 2 W10 + 2 W11 +2 New MacBook pro. My Lide 300 arrived and I went ahead with the installation. Yes I was aware about the lock switch in the bottom from my Lide 210. Everything went well until I got the message CANNOT COMMUNICATE WITH SCANNER FOR THESE REASONS: Scanner is turned off. USB cable is disconnected. Please check and try again. Scanner driver will be closed. Code: 2.156.33
I tried on all my computers (6) and received the same answer. I concluded I received a faulty scanner. I returned it and received another. Went through and received the same result. I can see the driver has been installed and also the software. When I run the installation it will make a stop on number 4 of 7 in the top screen and then I get the message.
Any ideas?. I am using the original cable. I have owned several scanners and never had any problems to get them installed.
Would appreciate any help.
Regards Sven
Did you try all the steps in my setup video: Canon CanoScan Lide 300 Installation, Setup and How to Use - Mac
ua-cam.com/video/kDGXjJ29eCs/v-deo.html
I sympathise with you Sven. I had endless similar problems with the Lide 120 - same and similar error essages, and tried all the suggested fixes, and more. Some folks even dismantle the scanner and poke about with soldering irons and dusting brushes, claiming it solves the errors, but I don't think anybody should have to do that on a new piece of kit. There is clearly a softrware problem which Canon seem unable, or unwilling, to rectify. I eventually got the 120 to work on a laptop with Windows 7 Professional, and it is a good scanner when it does work. Canon need to address the software glitches, which spoil an otherwise good scanner. And pay for a hair transplant to replace all the hair I've pulled out trying to make their product work!
@@Westwoodii Hahahaha awesome comment 😂😂
Thank u
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Does it support network scanning?
No. It is designed to be used with just one computer at a time
@@ronnie8599 How!!?
Is it compatible with mac
Yes
error 2,156,33, no is perfect,
I am interested in purchasing this scanner primarily for scanning many older photos from pre computer days. I am not clear as to why this scanner is better than using the scan feature on my all in one printer. Please explain what is the difference and what are the advantages of using a scanner. I want to eventually place the scanned photos into a digital photo frame.
Just a followup question... After installing the driver described in this video, I noticed there was an "extra" software installed altogether: Canon Inkjet Printer/Scanner/Fax Extended Survey Program...is this essential to keep or is it okay to uninstall it??
how is it supposed to be removed after use?
Removed?
@@Reviewlamp as in safely taking the plug out after use. Is there a procedure we need to follow? I'm sorry I'm really new at tech related things and don't know the proper terms