About
SRS (Stamp Recognition Software) is an AI-powered image recognition add-on for EzStamp that enables philatelists — from beginners to seasoned collectors — to quickly identify stamps without flipping through catalogs or searching the internet. Simply scan your stamp or snap a photo with your smartphone, and SRS analyzes the image and matches it against its database, typically returning results in under one second using its WARP & GLOBAL modes. The software handles both mint and used stamps and excels at identifying notoriously difficult foreign stamps, including Chinese and Japanese issues. Its batch-processing capability lets you scan multiple stamps in one session, dramatically reducing the time needed to catalog large or inherited collections. Once a match is found, SRS automatically adds the stamp to your EzStamp inventory, streamlining the entire cataloging workflow. Key highlights include the SRS Pro Auto-Separate feature, which intelligently separates and identifies stamps on a multi-stamp scan sheet, and full cell-phone image support, turning your mobile device into a portable stamp-identification lab. Whether you've inherited an unknown collection and need a quick valuation starting point, or you're a dedicated philatelist looking to speed up your workflow, SRS delivers a fast, accurate, and easy-to-use solution. Note: SRS requires EzStamp to function.
Key Features
- Sub-Second WARP & GLOBAL Identification: Advanced WARP and GLOBAL search modes identify most stamps in under one second, making large collection cataloging dramatically faster.
- Cell Phone Image Support: Capture a photo of any stamp with your smartphone and submit it directly to SRS for instant identification — no scanner required.
- Batch Stamp Processing: Scan multiple stamps at once and let SRS identify each one in sequence, then auto-populate your EzStamp inventory automatically.
- SRS Pro Auto-Separate: Automatically detects and separates individual stamps on a multi-stamp scan sheet, then identifies each one without manual cropping.
- Foreign & Asian Stamp Recognition: Purpose-built to handle difficult-to-identify foreign issues, including Chinese and Japanese stamps that confound traditional catalog searches.
Use Cases
- Quickly cataloging an inherited stamp collection with no prior philatelic knowledge
- Identifying and inventorying large batches of stamps using automated batch scanning
- Recognizing difficult foreign and Asian stamps that resist traditional catalog identification
- Capturing and identifying stamps on the go using a smartphone camera
- Streamlining a philatelist's workflow by auto-populating EzStamp inventory after identification
Pros
- Extremely Fast Identification: WARP & GLOBAL modes deliver results in under a second, turning hours of manual catalog research into a near-instant process.
- Accessible to All Skill Levels: Requires no philatelic knowledge — beginners and those who inherit collections can identify and value stamps immediately.
- Seamless EzStamp Integration: Identified stamps are added directly to the EzStamp inventory, eliminating manual data entry and keeping your collection organized.
- Flexible Image Input: Accepts scanned images and smartphone photos, giving collectors flexible options without requiring dedicated scanning hardware.
Cons
- Requires EzStamp: SRS is an add-on and cannot function as a standalone product — users must also purchase and install EzStamp.
- Desktop-Only Software: SRS runs as a Windows desktop application and lacks a native web or mobile app, limiting portability for on-the-go collectors.
- Paid Add-On Cost: SRS is a separately purchased add-on on top of EzStamp, which means collectors face a two-product cost to access the full feature set.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need EzStamp to use SRS?
Yes, SRS is an add-on that requires EzStamp to be installed. It integrates directly with EzStamp to add identified stamps to your inventory.
How does SRS identify stamps?
SRS uses image recognition technology to analyze a scanned or photographed stamp image and match it against its stamp database, typically returning a result in under one second.
Can I use my smartphone to identify stamps with SRS?
Yes. You can take a photo of your stamp with a cell phone and submit it to SRS for identification, so no dedicated scanner is necessary.
Does SRS work on foreign and Asian stamps?
Yes. SRS is specifically designed to handle difficult foreign issues, including Chinese and Japanese stamps, which are often hard to identify through traditional methods.
Can SRS process multiple stamps at once?
Yes. SRS supports batch scanning and, with the SRS Pro Auto-Separate feature, can automatically detect and identify individual stamps from a sheet containing multiple stamps.
