I have been getting some poor scans lately.
there seems to be slight posterization with the colors clumping rather than a smooth gradation from hight light to shadow.
is there something in CS that will unposterize the clumps of color?
#1
You could try a tiny amount of color noise. In worser cases, you might need to blur a duplicate layer and set it to Color mode.
#2
A better, long-term solution would be to work on getting better color management working between your scanner and Photoshop.
This might help:
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....Particularly, you may want to invest in the latest version of the book recommended at the bottom of that linked page.
#3
I have just spent hundreds of dollars calibrating every piece of gear that I have. I have not got good results.
I am a little disgusted with the entire color management thing right about now. I guess I've given up on getting good scans.
I don't have any more money to put into it.
#4
I don't have any more money to put into it.
I would recommend putting effort rather than money into it. You probably just need a bit more knowledge to implement CM properly.
Check out the CM forum:
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#5
If you can break down your scanning technique into equipment and steps, perhaps we can spot a problem. Color mangement IS frustrating to get on top of but the payout is worth it. The more details you can supply the better. Most of us have made a huge number of mistakes and can probably help.
Gary
#6
Posterization? You mean like a Moiré effect? Don't lay the image to be scanned at 90 degrees to your scanner, rather twist it a few degrees so it's sitting at an angle.
#7
"Posterization? You mean like a Moiré effect?">
Posterization & Moiré: two different animals entirely.
#8
to add to what Phosphor said:
Posterization is not really fixable (it is trying to bring back lost information). Moiré is fixable.
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