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Epson FastFoto
Suwa, Nagano, Japan
What it is
Epson FastFoto combines the FF-680W wireless scanner with Epson FastFoto and Epson ScanSmart software for digitizing photos and documents. It scans photos, postcards, panoramas, and other materials, with batches of up to 35 photos and a listed speed of up to one photo per second at 300 dpi. The software can restore color, reduce red-eye, straighten, crop, rotate, and automatically enhance images. Single-Step Technology captures a photo and handwritten notes on its reverse in one scan; SafeTouch Technology is designed for delicate photos, and a carrier sheet and microfiber cloth are included. Epson ScanSmart includes OCR to convert scanned images into readable text, and the scanner supports documents up to 240 inches long. The FastFoto mobile app for Android and iOS lets users add voice and text to photos and make slideshows. Scans can be shared or backed up through Dropbox and Google Drive with an internet connection and active account. Files can be saved as JPEG or TIFF. The scanner connects by USB 3.0 or 802.11 b/g/n wireless and supports Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android. The FF-680W is $629.99, paid once and includes a one-year limited warranty in the U.S. and Canada.
For and against
For
- Batch scans up to 35 photos.
- Captures photos and handwritten notes in one scan.
- Includes OCR for scanned documents.
- Saves scans as JPEG or TIFF.
- FastFoto app supports Android and iOS.
Against
- FF-680W is $629.99, paid once.
- Cloud sharing requires internet and an active account.
- One-year limited warranty is specified for the U.S. and Canada.
The verdict
FastFoto pairs photo scanning and restoration tools with document OCR and mobile features. The scanner costs $629.99, paid once, and cloud sharing depends on internet access and an active account.
Who it suits
FastFoto suits people digitizing photo collections and documents who want batch photo scanning, image corrections, and mobile sharing options. Its OCR and long-document support may also suit users scanning paperwork.
Plans and prices
FastFoto FF-680W
FF-680W wireless photo scanner · includes Epson FastFoto and Epson ScanSmart software · 1-year limited warranty in the U.S. and Canada
Read 3 Oct 2026 · epson.com
On the record
- Cloud integrations
- Scans can be shared and backed up through Dropbox and Google Drive, with an internet connection and active account required.epson.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Connections
- The scanner offers USB 3.0 and 802.11 b/g/n wireless connectivity.epson.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Document scanning
- Included Epson ScanSmart software has OCR to convert scanned images into readable text, and the scanner supports documents up to 240 inches long.epson.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Enhancement
- Its software offers auto enhancement, color restoration, red-eye reduction, de-skew, crop, and rotate.epson.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Environmental specifications
- The product is ENERGY STAR qualified, RoHS compliant, and described as recyclable.epson.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- File formats
- The product FAQ says scans can be saved in JPEG and TIFF formats.epson.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Mobile features
- The Epson FastFoto app lets users add voice and text to photos and create slideshows from a smartphone.epson.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Mobile platforms
- Epson describes the FastFoto app as compatible with Android and iOS.epson.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Photo safety
- SafeTouch Technology is designed for scanning delicate photos, and a carrier sheet and microfiber cloth are included.epson.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Photo scanning
- Epson says the scanner scans at up to one photo per second at 300 dpi and can batch-scan up to 35 photos at a time on its product page.epson.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- The FastFoto FF-680W scans, restores, organizes, saves, and shares photos, postcards, panoramas, documents, and other materials.epson.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Supported desktop systems
- Epson’s support page lists FastFoto downloads for Windows and macOS, including a standalone FastFoto utility and a combo installer with scanner drivers and Epson ScanSmart.epson.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Two-sided scanning
- Single-Step Technology captures the photo image and handwritten notes on the back in one scan.epson.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Warranty and support
- The scanner has a one-year limited warranty in the U.S. and Canada, and Epson provides product support with downloads, FAQs, manuals, and contact options.epson.com · read 3 Oct 2026
