# Suggested backlight sources for scanning film with DSLR

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No, you’ll need some diffusion. With this and most video lights you can see the individual LEDs. So, you’ll need to rig something to hold the light, the diffuser, and the negative/slide. Look for “stackable bamboo box 6x9” which are intended as drawer organizers.

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