FilmLab
8.0#3 in photo scanning softwareFrom $59.99 a yearFree planAndroidiOSLinuxmacOS
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What both publish
| Fact | FilmLab | NAPS2 |
|---|---|---|
| Platforms | FilmLab Desktop is offered for Windows, macOS, and Linux; FilmLab Mobile is offered for iOS and Android. | The latest NAPS2 release is available for Windows, Mac, and Linux; the current Mac version requires macOS 12 or later and current Windows versions support Windows 10 and 11. |
| Purpose | FilmLab converts digital captures of film negatives into color or black-and-white images using a custom processing engine designed to produce darkroom-inspired colors and tones. | NAPS2 is free, open source scanning software for scanning documents and saving them as PDF, TIFF, JPEG, or PNG. |
FilmLab plans
- EducationFree
- Monthly$7.99 a month
- Annual$59.99 a year
- Lifetime$199.99, paid once
NAPS2 plans
- FreeFree
- NAPS2Free
Pick FilmLab if…
FilmLab suits film photographers who want to convert digital negative scans and adjust or batch-edit images. Its mobile apps also suit people who want to preview or review negatives and make quick scans for sharing.
Pick NAPS2 if…
NAPS2 suits individuals and organizations that need document scanning across Windows, macOS, or Linux, including users who want searchable PDFs or batch scanning. Developers can also use its command-line interface or .NET library for scanning workflows.