Sorting slides

Regarding transferring large numbers of slides to a CD or DVD, Linda Lander wrote, “I need a ‘previewer’ to sort out what I want to discard” (Oct. ’07, pg. 48).

I bought an “illuminated slide sorter” from B&H (New York, NY; 800/947-7785 or 212/444-6635, ext. 2055). It consists of a 12"x16" translucent plastic sheet with horizontal ridges every 2½ inches and is mounted on a cardboard stand behind which there is a 40-watt bulb. This is the description: Logan Electric, 12"x16" E-Z View Slide Sorter No. 1055 —

Holds 40 slides. $34.95. Next day shipping, $6.30-$7.80.

B&H sells cheaper slide sorters ($11.95 and $14.95), but be careful because these are only flat plastic panels without a light or anything to stabilize them as you sort. On the homepage of the website, search for “slide sorter” to view the three sorters that they offer.

JEANETTE CANTWELL
Poughkeepsie, NY