Why are Epson V500 flatbed scanners less sharp at max dpi?

Flatbed and Film Scanners
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On an Epson V500 scanner, 9600dpi and 12800dpi seem less sharp than 6400dpi and 4800dpi which seems to be the sweet spot.

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Because those are interpolated resolutions versus true optical output. The V500 isn’t usually capable of more than +/- 3200 ppi true optical resolution IF you get the film in the right focus plane for your scanner and perfectly flat.

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