Features:

• 2,400 x 4,800 optical resolution, 3.8 Dmax optical density
• 48-bit color depth, 16-bit grayscale; 50% to 200% zoom
• A3 sized scanning surface for originals up to 12.2 by 17.2 inches
• Adobe Photoshop Elements 2.0, MonacoEZcolor with reflective IT8 Target
• USB 2.0, Firewire, optional networking; PC and Mac compatible

Editor Reviews:

Product Description:
With 2400 dpi resolution - higher than any other B-size flatbed scanner available today - plus a 3.8 Dmax and 48-bit color, the Epson Expression 10000XL offers everything professional photographers and graphic artists require for high-quality, large-volume scanning.A reliable performer that's sure to increase productivity, this hard-working scanner features Epson's exclusive ColorTrue II imaging system, which combines superior image processing, a xenon lamp, and Epson Color MatrixCCD technology for enhanced colors and pinpoint registration. Its 3.8 Dmax delivers a broad dynamic range with excellent shadow detail. And, an AutoFocus optics system, when activated, adjusts the focus for capturing clear, precise images every time.The Epson Expression 10000XL scans virtually anything, including reflective media up to 12.2" x 17.2". The Graphic Arts model has an optional transparency unit for scanning transparencies up to 12.2" x 16.5". The Expression 10000XL includes both Hi-Speed USB 2.0 and FireWire (IEEE 1394) connectivity. There's also an optional network card.Best of all, this durable scanner speeds through every task to digitize images quickly and easily. It even offers an optional automatic document feeder for multiple-page scanning. For increased productivity and remarkable results in professional graphic arts and photographic applications, the solution is simple: the Epson Expression 10000XL.

Amazon.com Product Description:
The Epson Expression 10000XL graphic arts edition is a large-format flatbed scanner designed for graphic artists and other high-end users. With its high 2,400 dpi scanning resolution, 48-bit internal color depth, and 3.8 optical density, images are crisp and accurate. The six-line alternated color CCD and auto focus optics system help to ensure that you get the best scans possible. Scan speeds are as high as 2.7 ms/line (at 1,200 dpi), while an optional automatic document feeder allows you to scan multiple sheets at a time. You can zoom in 1% increments anywhere from 50% to 200%.

The software bundle includes a variety of applications to help you easily achieve the best scan results possible. Titles include EPSON Scan 2.2, MonacoEZcolor with reflective IT8 Target, Photoshop Elements 2, and ABBYY FineReader Sprint OCR. The 10000XL connects to your computer via its standard USB and Firewire ports, and an optional network adapter lets you use the scanner as a network device. The AC 100-120V power supply consumes less than 55 watts during normal operation and about 6 watts while in sleep mode. Compatible with both PC and Mac operating platforms, the 10000XL comes backed with a one-year limited warranty.

What's in the Box
Scanner, CD-ROM with software and drivers, power cable, user's manual and setup documentation, USB cable

Rating : - Very good large format scanner
I would have given this 5 stars if it had had a page feeder. Although in my case not a necessity, still it would have been a nice feature given the price of this unit. It's EXPENSIVE!

The scanner itself does exactly what I require of it. It takes great scans of large items and offers many filter and scanning options including software that permits multiple scans without requiring one to call up the Twain driver after every scan. I have over 300 LP covers that I'd like to scan and now I can do each in one pass. It will be invaluable for me to be able to keep up with the flow of my daughter's countless larger art pieces (yes I'm a doting digital dad). The Epson XL10000 is just what the doctor ordered.

(FYI: My older Epson Perfection series scanner came with software to permit multiple scans when installed on an XP box, but on my new Vista box, this feature is no longer supported by Epson. I did manage to find software to enable multiple scans. Since I'm on the XP box at the moment and not on the Vista box, I don't recall the software product name, but think it might have been something like Smart Scan.)

Epson makes great (if overpriced) scanners and printers. I've never had a problem with any Epson device in the 20 years I've been using them.

If you need the size and can afford the cost of admission, this is your ticket to great large format scans.