6.8 Editors' Rating
Pros
Low price;
high maximum resolution;
sharp colour scans;
fast greyscale speed;
dedicated scan buttons.
Cons
Slow colour scanning;
inefficient manuals;
poor-quality film/slide attachment.
Verdict
The ScanMaker 4800 offers nice colour scans and speedy greyscale performance at a bargain price, but its film and slide scans are sub-standard.