Hyper-Res Scanning by Graination is our new high-precision film digitization pipeline engineered to capture maximum data integrity from 35mm film.
Built around industrial-grade optics, macro-optimized capture, and controlled illumination, this system extracts the full information content of each negative with repeatable, measurable performance.
What Is Hyper-Res Scanning?
Hyper-Res Scanning is Graination’s next-generation approach to camera-based film digitization. Every component — from optics to light source to mechanical stability — is selected for resolution, consistency, and scientific accuracy, ensuring results far beyond standard consumer scanning workflows.
Industrial-Grade Optics for Maximum Fidelity
At the core of our system is the LINOS inspec.x L 5.6/105, a macro lens engineered for precision imaging applications. We selected it for several critical reasons:
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Large 82 mm image circle for flat, edge-to-edge coverage
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Low distortion (<0.4%)
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High micro-contrast for clean separation of fine grain
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Uniform resolution across the entire frame
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Lockable aperture for consistent reproduction
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Exceptionally stable mechanical design
This lens reproduces film with a level of clarity, neutrality, and consistency that traditional camera lenses cannot match.
102 Megapixels of Clean, High-Dynamic-Range Capture
Hyper-Res is powered by the Fujifilm GFX100S II, a 102-megapixel large-format sensor known for:
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extremely high dynamic range
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exceptionally low noise
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smooth tonal transitions
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deep color depth
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accurate rendering of fine grain structures
This combination ensures signal integrity, especially in dense shadows and subtle midtones where most scanning systems struggle.
Full-Spectrum LED Illumination (CRI > 95)
Film is illuminated by a custom array of twenty full-spectrum LEDs at 5000K. This specialized light source delivers:
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perfectly even illumination
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consistent, predictable spectral output
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accurate color reproduction
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minimal flare and scatter
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no hotspots or banding
Because film responds differently to light than digital sensors, a controlled, uniform light source is essential for capturing true density and grain structure.
Engineered Mechanical Stability
Precision scanning requires mechanical consistency. Our scanning architecture includes:
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a rigid, vibration-free frame
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a precision-machined film gate for perfect flatness
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reliable frame-to-frame alignment
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stable geometry for distortion-free digitization
This eliminates micro-vibration, keeps the focal plane locked, and ensures that every scan is repeatable and measurable.
The Result: A Superior Digital Reconstruction
Hyper-Res Scanning delivers a digital file that is as faithful to the negative as technologically possible today. Expect:
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maximum retained detail
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uniform sharpness edge to edge
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clean, accurate shadow performance
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beautiful tonal separation
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consistent calibration between frames
This is film digitization built for artists, archivists, and anyone who wants the absolute highest quality from their 35mm negatives.
Ultimate Quality, Reimagined.