filmscanners: Canon FS2710 vs Minolta Dimage Scan Dual II

[Roger Smith <rsmith@unb.ca>]

        I've been using a Canon FS2710 for about 18 months. It works 
well, but does tend to be noisy in the dark areas of slides. I've 
heard good things about the Minolta Scan Dual II, and I am wondering 
if it is noticeably superior to the Canon. At the moment they are the 
same price, but the Minolta is a newer model, with some slightly 
better specs.
        I would appreciate any comments from people who have used the 
Scan Dual II, especially anyone who has used both and can compare 
them.

Thanks,
Roger Smith