Features:

• "Auto Scan Mode" automatically adjusts settings by detecting what you are scanning
• High speed letter size color scanning in approximately 12 seconds
• Low Power Consumption; one USB cable for data and power

Editor Reviews:

Product Description:
Compact and Stylish 9600 dpi Scanner with film scanning

Rating : - Fine for a light transportable scanner
I bought a new scanner because it was becoming obvious Epson was never going to get around to updating the drivers for the Perfection 2580 I had for 64-bit Macs and the workarounds (SANE) were crappy. I've been pleased with the Canon. Observations:

* It's very light and thin, which is nice, but it wouldn't take much abuse.
* It takes power from the USB (no AC adapter).
* It scans reasonably fast, but the reset is slow - not a lot faster than the scan.
* The cover hinges along the long edge, which I prefer for books.
* The cover locks at a bit past 90°, and then if you press two tabs, it will open flat. This is nice, but it wouldn't take much abuse to bust the mechanism.
* I mostly use it with Acrobat, but the stand-alone software is fine too.
* I'm happy with the quality of the scans. The colour balance and consistency is much better than the old Epson.

I haven't had a chance to try the film scanning attachment.