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Mar 24, 2012 14:24:03 #
br3kes
Loc: Tarentum PA
My old printer, from, like 4 years ago was an epson. I really liked it but when I got a new computer I switched over to an hp photosmart plus (print, scan,copy). I noticed a difference right away but thought it was just the photo paper, coz I use matt and semi glossy and glossy. I dont think they are as colorful or as crisp as they use to be. Any suggestions?
Mar 24, 2012 14:26:19 #
I always use Epson photo quality printers......haven't been disappointed so far.
Mar 24, 2012 14:29:16 #
Same here, have always used Epson. The ink may be a bit pricey,...but you get what you pay for.
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Mar 24, 2012 15:04:32 #
br3kes
Loc: Tarentum PA
Thanks for the quick replies! I currently only print up to 8x10, but am thinking alittle bigger. Any suggestions?
Mar 24, 2012 15:09:25 #
Mar 24, 2012 18:32:21 #
Mar 24, 2012 22:31:28 #
i use a canon PIXMA Pro9000 Mark II Printer and found that i like the metallic paper the best.
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Mar 24, 2012 22:40:39 #
br3kes wrote:
Yes, any specific ones that you suggest?
Either get the upper end Artisan models like the730 or the 837 for an all-in-one, or the 1430 wide format Photo models are good too.
The Artisan models are more creative with six or more color inks. The "workforce" models are aimed more toward office applications and use 4 color inks. My daughter has the 827 and loves it. Depends on your budget and what you want to do. I have a 4 year old CX9400fax that suits my needs. I usually don't print anything larger than 8.5 x 11 though. I print more 4x6 's than anything. The copy and fax features come in handy, too.
If you are looking for professional imaging, they can get expensive.
Go to Epson.com and see what fits your needs. Then see what your local Best Buy or H. H. Gregg has in stock.
Mar 25, 2012 00:16:12 #
Epson is our preference. We have an Epson 1900, which prints 13x19 and rolls for panoramic.
Epson inks are oil based, all others are water based. Makes a big difference in the final output.
Paper, also, makes a big difference. Epson paper for Epson printers, and/or Red River Paper has quality paper at decent prices. They tell you which papers are best for which printers.
They also sell the inks for various printers, and I've found them to be much better priced than anywhere else we've checked.
Epson inks are oil based, all others are water based. Makes a big difference in the final output.
Paper, also, makes a big difference. Epson paper for Epson printers, and/or Red River Paper has quality paper at decent prices. They tell you which papers are best for which printers.
They also sell the inks for various printers, and I've found them to be much better priced than anywhere else we've checked.
Mar 25, 2012 00:51:28 #
I just bought a Canon Pixma Pro 1. I like it, but what does that mean?
I almost always trust my reading of many reviews before I buy anything. I even keep reading reviews after I buy something. Why is that!
A major deductive influence on my purchase was the manufacturer. Canon is a major image making player. They make high end cameras and printers. Duh!
The printer has 12 inks, the most of any consumer printer so far. Big plus!
It has 5 B&W inks. Does that make it great at B&W? You betcha!
It weighs the most. Got to be good!
The ink cartridges are bigger and are chassis mounted. This means it uses 25% of the first ink fill just to prime the machine. What could be better?
In my post purchase anxiety, it performs just like the reviews state. It needs a custom profile for best performance. Yes it does. Mine needs a +1 EV correction. What could be more fun!
Most likely I am lying, since I don't work for Canon!
I almost always trust my reading of many reviews before I buy anything. I even keep reading reviews after I buy something. Why is that!
A major deductive influence on my purchase was the manufacturer. Canon is a major image making player. They make high end cameras and printers. Duh!
The printer has 12 inks, the most of any consumer printer so far. Big plus!
It has 5 B&W inks. Does that make it great at B&W? You betcha!
It weighs the most. Got to be good!
The ink cartridges are bigger and are chassis mounted. This means it uses 25% of the first ink fill just to prime the machine. What could be better?
In my post purchase anxiety, it performs just like the reviews state. It needs a custom profile for best performance. Yes it does. Mine needs a +1 EV correction. What could be more fun!
Most likely I am lying, since I don't work for Canon!
Mar 25, 2012 06:21:51 #
I have the PIXMA Pro95000 Mark II and loaded the latest software for it and still can't get the colors to come out right. The screen is calibrated and I can't figure out how to calibrate the printer to do the same. Plus the printer is one big ink hog. Any sugestions?
colo43 wrote:
i use a canon PIXMA Pro9000 Mark II Printer and found that i like the metallic paper the best.
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Mar 25, 2012 08:54:31 #
Mar 25, 2012 09:18:29 #
I mainly use the Epson 3880 because it handles things like 16x20's, but have a venerable 9600 for the big stuff, like 30x40s, though currently that monster needs some service.
Epson is the clear digital darkroom leader, but make sure you buy a model with individual ink cartridges for each color. You will find the light blacks and light magentas tend to get used up quickly. All in one color carts have to be replaced when just one color runs out.
Further, avoid refilling your cartridges unless you are not that serious about your photo printing.
Properly executed, from shooting to post to print, the newer Epsons like the 3880 will eclipse the quality available at any commercial establishment, aka "photo lab" in quality and archival nature.
Epson is the clear digital darkroom leader, but make sure you buy a model with individual ink cartridges for each color. You will find the light blacks and light magentas tend to get used up quickly. All in one color carts have to be replaced when just one color runs out.
Further, avoid refilling your cartridges unless you are not that serious about your photo printing.
Properly executed, from shooting to post to print, the newer Epsons like the 3880 will eclipse the quality available at any commercial establishment, aka "photo lab" in quality and archival nature.
Mar 25, 2012 10:11:28 #
br3kes wrote:
My old printer, from, like 4 years ago was an epson. I really liked it but when I got a new computer I switched over to an hp photosmart plus (print, scan,copy). I noticed a difference right away but thought it was just the photo paper, coz I use matt and semi glossy and glossy. I dont think they are as colorful or as crisp as they use to be. Any suggestions?
What do you print what size, how much do you want to spend? Epson makes a couple of 4x6 printers around $200. The Epson Stylus Photo 1400 will print up to 13x19 and is a very good printer for $300 it use Claria inks. The Epson Stylus Photo 3000 $800 will print up to 13x19 also but uses pigment based inks which will last much longer after that we are talking $1000 dollar machines, The 3880 uses pigment base inks will print 17x22 and is$1300 on sale now for about $1000.
Mar 25, 2012 10:35:11 #
I've used Epson, HP and Canon printers in my school photo lab. While the Epsons do a great job, the tendency for the print heads to clog during a period of non use is a problem. I love my Canon i9900 large format, and the Canon ip4200-ip4500 small models. The Canons are very fast, great quality, and don't tend to plug up when not in use. It is getting very difficult to get a printer that doesn't have the built in scanner and fax though.
I prefer the 5-7 cartridge models so you only refill what is needed and don't have to throw out a whole cartridge because one color is gone.
My old Epson 2200 has been going for about 10 years now, with no problems except for being very slow and plugging between semesters.
Used large format printers can be bought for 10 cents on a dollar usually if you're willing to gamble that they'll work properly. It's the only way I buy for my self or my school. Small printers often cost about the same as an ink refill, so I buy them new.
I prefer the 5-7 cartridge models so you only refill what is needed and don't have to throw out a whole cartridge because one color is gone.
My old Epson 2200 has been going for about 10 years now, with no problems except for being very slow and plugging between semesters.
Used large format printers can be bought for 10 cents on a dollar usually if you're willing to gamble that they'll work properly. It's the only way I buy for my self or my school. Small printers often cost about the same as an ink refill, so I buy them new.
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