SilverFast
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What it is
SilverFast is scanner and digital imaging software for digitizing photos, slides, negatives, and Kodachromes. Its scanner software is individually adjusted for about 340 scanner models. WorkflowPilot guides image-processing tasks, while color management, scanner-specific profiles, NegaFix, automatic and manual optimization, and dust and scratch removal provide tools for scan work. Some functions, including infrared dust removal and Multi-Exposure, depend on scanner hardware. Ai Studio includes automatic IT8 color calibration. The Archive Suite can save scans as RAW files, which may preserve an infrared channel for later dust and scratch removal. SilverFast HDR works with scanned and other digital images; HDR Studio adds color restoration, exposure compensation, sharpening, and related controls for 64-bit/48-bit image data. JobManager handles scan sequences and batch optimization. The software runs on Windows and macOS as a standalone application or Photoshop plug-in; iOS is also listed. SilverFast SE costs $49, paid once, SE Plus $99, paid once, and Ai Studio $249,349, paid once. A free trial is available.
Spec sheet
- Purpose
- SilverFast scanner software is individually adjusted for about 340 scanner models to digitize analog images.Read 9 Oct 2026 · silverfast.com
- Audience
- The software is developed for both professional image processing and beginners digitizing analog images.Read 9 Oct 2026 · silverfast.com
- Platforms
- SilverFast is available for Mac and Windows; the maker lists support for Intel and Apple Silicon Macs and 64-bit Windows systems for version 9.Read 8 Oct 2026 · silverfast.com
- Trial
- The maker offers demo software so users can check system compatibility and explore SilverFast features before buying.Read 9 Oct 2026 · silverfast.com
- Integrations
- SilverFast can run as stand-alone software or as a Photoshop plug-in.Read 9 Oct 2026 · silverfast.com
- Support
- SilverFast provides a Help Center, FAQs, video tutorials, manuals, and a support tool.Read 9 Oct 2026 · silverfast.com
- Headquarters
- Kiel, GermanyRead 28 Sep 2026 · silverfast.com
- Founded
- 1986Read 28 Sep 2026 · silverfast.com
- Company
- LaserSoft Imaging was founded in 1986, and its headquarters is in Kiel, Germany.Read 8 Oct 2026 · silverfast.com
- Archiving
- SilverFast can save captured image data in RAW files, which may include the infrared channel for later dust and scratch removal.Read 8 Oct 2026 · silverfast.com
- Batch processing
- JobManager can process multiple scan frames in sequence and batch-optimize images that have already been scanned.Read 8 Oct 2026 · silverfast.com
- Calibration
- Automatic IT8 color calibration is included in Ai Studio.Read 9 Oct 2026 · silverfast.com
- HDR workflow
- HDR Studio uses 64-bit/48-bit image data and supports color restoration, color management, exposure compensation, sharpening, and dust and scratch removal.Read 8 Oct 2026 · silverfast.com
- Image processing
- SilverFast HDR handles already scanned images and other digital images, but does not support proprietary RAW data formats.Read 8 Oct 2026 · silverfast.com
- Image tools
- Features include color management, individual scanner profiles, NegaFix negative profiles, automatic and manual optimization, and dust and scratch removal.Read 9 Oct 2026 · silverfast.com
- Notable limits
- Some features, including infrared dust removal and Multi-Exposure, depend on scanner hardware support.Read 9 Oct 2026 · silverfast.com
- Other integration
- The HDR product overview lists ColorServer as an optional image-processing add-on and JobMonitor as a SilverFast iPhone app.Read 8 Oct 2026 · silverfast.com
- Photoshop integration
- SilverFast is available as stand-alone software or as a Photoshop plug-in, and SilverFast 9 supports plug-in use with current Photoshop CC and Photoshop Elements versions on a current operating system.Read 8 Oct 2026 · silverfast.com
- RAW archiving
- The Archive Suite can save scans as RAW image files with captured data that may include the infrared channel.Read 9 Oct 2026 · silverfast.com
- Scanner compatibility
- SilverFast says supported scanner models have been tested, and compatibility depends on the scanner and operating system.Read 9 Oct 2026 · silverfast.com
- Scanning features
- Scanner software features include WorkflowPilot, color management, scanner-specific color profiles, dust and scratch removal, NegaFix, and automatic and manual optimization tools.Read 8 Oct 2026 · silverfast.com
- Security and compliance
- The reviewed product, download, system requirements, and company pages do not state a security certification or compliance standard.Read 9 Oct 2026 · silverfast.com
- Support data handling
- The optional support tool sends technical data with a support request using SSL encryption to help the support team analyze errors.Read 8 Oct 2026 · silverfast.com
- System requirements
- SilverFast 9 requires a 64-bit Windows 7-or-later or macOS 10.13-or-later system, at least 8 GB RAM, an internet connection, and a MySilverFast account.Read 9 Oct 2026 · silverfast.com
- Workflow assistant
- WorkflowPilot guides users step by step through image processing tasks.Read 9 Oct 2026 · silverfast.com
Plans and prices
SilverFast SE $49, paid once BASIC edition · Scan Assistant · One-Click Image Optimization · Film and Color Profiles · Help Videos Read 9 Oct 2026 · silverfast.com
SilverFast SE Plus $99, paid once PLUS edition · SE features · Maximum Dynamic Range for Film · Kodachrome Mode · More Details in Dark Areas Read 9 Oct 2026 · silverfast.com
SilverFast Ai Studio Price not published PREMIUM edition · IT8 Color Calibration · Expert Mode · Film and Color Profiles · 16bit Histogram Read 9 Oct 2026 · silverfast.com
Strong points and limits
Strong points
- Adjusted for about 340 scanner models
- WorkflowPilot guides image-processing tasks
- RAW scan archiving may include infrared data
- JobManager processes scan sequences and batches
- Free demo software is available
Limits
- Some features depend on scanner hardware
- SilverFast 9 requires at least 8 GB RAM
- SilverFast 9 requires internet and a MySilverFast account
- No free plan
Who it suits
SilverFast suits beginners digitizing analog images as well as professionals who need scanner-specific controls and image-processing tools. Its RAW archiving and batch features may suit users managing multiple scans.
Verdict
SilverFast combines scanner-specific workflows, imaging tools, and RAW archiving for digitizing analog material. Check scanner compatibility and system requirements before choosing an edition.
Where Specifiction places it
- Scanner Software#6 of 228.4
- Photo Scanning Software#8 of 298.4
