Yes, this is a very interesting thread! I was wondering what you all do... Being on a very tight budget myself, I send my film out thru mailorder, download or scan the image plus retain the hardcopy for reference...I'm not thrilled with the quality & find myself removing spots, dust, & scratches- AAAAHHHH- aggravating indeed! still saving for the digi (eeeeewwww Slynky, sounds sticky!)