Photo Scanning Pricing
Loose Photo Pricing
Professional High Resolution
(600 DPI)
All photo scans are completed at professional 600 DPI resolution, enhanced for clarity, and organized into a private gallery and USB with one simple, all-inclusive price per photo
Perfect for sharing online, creating slideshows, digital photo frames, or making reprints up to 2x larger than the original
a few stacks
Up to 300 Photos
$1.50/photo
half shoebox
301 - 1,000 Photos
$1.10/photo
1 shoebox
1,0001 - 2,500 Photos
$1.00/photo
2-4 full shoeboxes
2,501 - 5,000 Photos
$0.85/photo
- Professional 600 DPI brings extra crispness and clarity to your photos
- Scanning for sizes of 3x5, 4x6, 5x7, and 8.5x11 (Max size)
- Can be used for reprinting up to 2x the original size of the print photo
- Large, high-quality digital images suitable for long-term storage
What's Included
- Local Pickup & Delivery - handled personally & safely
- Image Enhancement - overall contrast, clarity & brightness improvements
- Color Optimization - balanced tones for natural, true to life color
- Front & Back Scanning - handwritten notes or dates preservation
- Image Rotation, Straightening & Leveling - perfectly aligned results
- Private & Secure Cloud Storage - private, personal link to your collection
To Estimate Your Photo Quantity: 1 inch = ~100 Photos
$200 minimum order amount
One simple price.
No add-ons. No surprises.
Your photos are scanned, enhanced, and organized with care
Album Photo Pricing
Professional High Resolution
(600 DPI)
All photo scans are completed at professional 600 DPI resolution, enhanced for clarity, and organized into a private gallery and USB with one simple, all-inclusive price per photo
Album scanning is labor and time intensive, so this service is priced higher than loose photo scanning
Each photo is carefully removed and scanned, then reinserted whenever possible. Fragile or vintage photos are captured using overhead, no-touch scanning technology
Up to 300
Album Photos
$5.00/photo
300 -1,000
Album Photos
$4.50/photo
1,001- 2,500
Album Photos
$4.00/photo
2,500 - 5,000
Album Photos
$3.75/photo
- Professional 600 DPI brings extra crispness and clarity to all of your photos
- Archival level scanning for print sizes of 3x5, 4x6, 5x7, and 8.5x11 (Max size)
- Can be used for reprinting up to 2x the original size of the print photo
- Large, high-quality digital images suitable for long-term storage
- For album photos, we will safely remove and reinsert photos wherever possible
- We can handle sleeve, sticky, vintage, and scrapbook formats
- If needed, we have the option for no-touch overhead scanning technology for delicate items
What's Included
- Local Pickup & Delivery - handled personally & safely
- Image Enhancement - overall contrast, clarity & brightness improvements
- Color Optimization - balanced tones for natural, true to life color
- Front & Back Scanning - handwritten notes or dates preservation
- Image Rotation, Straightening & Leveling - perfectly aligned results
- Private & Secure Cloud Storage - private, personal link to your collection
$200 minimum order amount
One simple price.
No add-ons. No surprises.
Your photos are scanned, enhanced, and organized with care
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does it make sense to use a photo scanning service instead of doing it yourself?
Many people assume that scanning their own photos is a cost-effective and efficient way to preserve their memories. While it may seem like a simple task, the reality is often quite different.
Time is money. The average person possesses around 3,000 photographs. Scanning and editing each image can take approximately 7.5 minutes. This means you could spend over 22,500 minutes, or nearly 10 weeks, completing this project. That's a significant amount of time dedicated to a single task.
Beyond the time investment, there are additional hidden costs to consider. You'll need to purchase a high-quality scanner, which can be expensive. Additionally, you'll likely need to invest in photo editing software to correct color shifts, remove scratches, and improve image quality. And let's not forget the cost of storage for your digital files.
Furthermore, handling old photos can be risky. There's a chance of damaging fragile prints during the scanning process. Professional photo scanning services take extra precautions to handle your photos with care, minimizing the risk of damage.
With all that being said, the DIY route may not be your best option, especially if you have a large amount of photos to digitize. A better strategy is to consider sending it to us at Raleigh Digital Legacy Photos to save you time and money!
What is DPI? Should I use 300 DPI or 600 DPI?
DPI, or dots per inch, is a measurement of image resolution often misunderstood by customers. Essentially, it determines the level of detail captured in a scanned image. As explained further in this article, higher DPI typically means larger file sizes and more image information.
While high resolution is crucial for future uses like printing or enlarging, excessive DPI can be counterproductive. Extremely high settings can actually magnify imperfections in the original photo, such as graininess.
At Raleigh Digital Legacy Photos, our professional resolution of 600 DPI for prints ensures exceptional image quality without unnecessary file sizes.
How long will it take to scan my photos?
The time it takes to scan your photos depends on the size of your collection.
For most customers, we can complete the scanning process within 1-2 weeks. However, during peak seasons or for exceptionally large orders, the turnaround time may be slightly longer.
We'll provide you with a more accurate estimate once we have a better understanding of your photo collection.