Nikon Super COOLSCAN 9000 ED Film Scanner

Nikon Super CoolScan 9000 ED – Professional Multi-Format Film Scanner

The Nikon Super CoolScan 9000 ED is widely considered the "Holy Grail" of desktop film scanners. Developed to bridge the gap between consumer flatbeds and industrial drum scanners, the 9000 ED is the only choice for professionals and serious enthusiasts who require the absolute highest fidelity from 35mm and Medium Format (120/220) film.

This specific unit is in Like New Minus condition and has been professionally serviced, cleaned, and checked to ensure it operates at peak performance. In an era where these units are increasingly rare, owning a serviced 9000 ED is an investment in the longevity of your film archive. It features the legendary Scanner-Nikkor ED glass and a large-diameter LED light source that eliminates the need for warm-up time while ensuring heat-free scanning for your precious negatives.

At MF Camera Store, we specialize in high-end analog workflows. This scanner has been rigorously tested for frame alignment, transport smoothness, and sensor clarity.

Why the Super CoolScan 9000 ED Leads the Industry

• True 4000 DPI Optical Resolution: Unlike flatbed scanners that "interpolate" resolution, the 9000 ED delivers a genuine 4000 DPI, producing files up to 130 megapixels from a 6x9 negative.

• 16-bit A/D Conversion: Capture a massive dynamic range with 16 bits per color channel (48-bit total), allowing for incredible detail retrieval in deep shadows and bright highlights.

• Digital ICE4 Professional: The advanced infrared dust and scratch removal system is compatible even with Kodachrome—a feat most other scanners cannot achieve.

• Scanner-Nikkor ED Optics: Nikon’s specialized Extra-low Dispersion glass minimizes chromatic aberration and ensures edge-to-edge sharpness across the entire scanning area.

• Multi-Format Versatility: Ready for everything from 35mm strips and slides to 120/220 medium format (6x4.5, 6x6, 6x7, 6x8, and 6x9).

Technical Reviewer’s Corner

"The Nikon Super Coolscan 9000 ED is a real alternative for very expensive drum scanners. It is the best film scanner ever built for the desktop, providing extremely good image quality and the only reliable results when scanning Kodachrome films."8

— Technical Review, ScanDig Professional Lab

"The micro-contrast and color depth achieved by the 9000 ED are staggering. Even in 2025, its 4,000 DPI resolution produces scans that rival modern digital camera scanning while maintaining the organic 'look' of the film's grain structure."9

— Analog Insights, 2025 Legacy Tech Review

Technical Specifications

Condition & What’s Included

• Condition: Like New Minus (Minimal cosmetic wear; 100% functional).

• Service History: Professionally opened, internally cleaned of dust, lubricated, and calibrated in 2025.

• Included: Nikon Super CoolScan 9000 ED Scanner, Power Cable.

• (Note: Requires a FireWire/IEEE 1394 interface and compatible software like VueScan or SilverFast for modern OS).¹⁰

Secure the gold standard of film scanning. The Nikon Super CoolScan 9000 ED is a rare find in this serviced condition. Available now at MF Camera Store—supporting the future of film photography.