Has anyone tried this thing, the Next Engine 3D Scanner for $2995? On the site there seems to be some impressive scans. I'm wondering if it's worth the extra money over the new Makerbot scanner that's coming out. Opinions? http://www.nextengine.com/

The NextEngine 3D Scanner captures objects in full color with multi-laser precision. Breakthrough technology has made it the World's most popular 3D Scanner, with thousands of users in over 80 countries.


In one box is everything you need to digitize 3D models, including ScanStudio HD software. Exports to STL, OBJ, VRML, XYZ and other formats.


Output 3D scan models to popular design software like SolidWorks, 3ds Max, ZBrush, Rhino, Mathematica and more. Use with ScanStudio CAD Tools to quickly make surface files or RapidWorks to build solid files. Print models on Dimension, 3D Systems, zCorp, Objet, and other 3D printers