A list of main scanner types classified by purpose and structure.
Overview
Scanner Varieties
Scanners are input devices that convert documents or objects into digital data, classified into various types according to their purpose and structure. Flatbed, sheet-fed, ADF-equipped, handheld, book scanners, drum scanners, 3D scanners, and others are used for a wide range of applications including digitizing photos and documents, improving business efficiency, archive preservation, and 3D measurement. In recent years, models equipped with wireless communication capabilities and AI-powered automatic correction features have emerged, enhancing convenience.
scanner
input device
digitization
document management
image input
3D scanner
| code | slug | name | description | category |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | flatbed-scanner | Flatbed Scanner | The most common type where documents are placed on a glass surface for scanning. | 2D Scanner |
| 02 | sheet-fed-scanner | Sheet-fed Scanner | A high-speed type that automatically feeds and continuously scans documents. | 2D Scanner |
| 03 | adf-scanner | ADF Scanner | A scanner equipped with an Automatic Document Feeder. | 2D Scanner |
| 04 | handheld-scanner | Handheld Scanner | A portable type that scans while being moved by hand. | 2D Scanner |
| 05 | book-scanner | Book Scanner | A dedicated scanner for scanning books without cutting them. | 2D Scanner |
| 06 | drum-scanner | Drum Scanner | A professional scanner that achieves the highest image quality. | 2D Scanner |
| 07 | portable-scanner | Portable Scanner | A small, lightweight scanner convenient for carrying around. | 2D Scanner |
| 08 | large-format-scanner | Large Format Scanner | A scanner that supports large originals such as A0 and A1 sizes. | 2D Scanner |
| 09 | 3d-scanner | 3D Scanner | A scanner that measures and digitizes the three-dimensional shape of objects. | 3D Scanner |
| 10 | film-scanner | Film Scanner | A dedicated scanner for high-quality digitization of photographic film. | 2D Scanner |