It's Here, Now What Do I Do?
Sep 19, 2011 23:16:14 #
photocat
Loc: Atlanta, Ga
You might check out NEC, they have some that have built in calibration system, Eizo is one that is found in a lot of highend photo studio.
the Eizo coloredge and flexscan monitor will have the most color gamut. You will be looking at about $1000 for their smallest monitor and up to $4000 for the large screen.
Then you will need to calibrate the monitor to the printer and load the icc profiles for the oapers you going to use,or make your own, (if you get a device that will allow that along with calibration.
This printer should make some nice looking black and white images and of course color.
the Eizo coloredge and flexscan monitor will have the most color gamut. You will be looking at about $1000 for their smallest monitor and up to $4000 for the large screen.
Then you will need to calibrate the monitor to the printer and load the icc profiles for the oapers you going to use,or make your own, (if you get a device that will allow that along with calibration.
This printer should make some nice looking black and white images and of course color.
Sep 19, 2011 23:36:28 #
photocat wrote:
You might check out NEC, they have some that have ... (show quote)
Thanks for the info Photocat. I've been blown away by the quality pf some of the current monitors. I have a 21 inch Samsung that makes photo editing a nightmare. If I tilt the screen it makes the photo's contrast look totally different. I think it's a TR LDC instead of an IPS LED. I know I'll purchase one and the RGB LED IPS's will hit the USA market.
I saw that the NEC is very high in price. I still have to look into the Eizo. I know color gamut is important with a printer like the 4900. Some of the NEC reviews find fault with the non-glare coating stating that it interferes with the gamut of light colors and bright whites. Then again other reviewers never mentioned it...
Sep 19, 2011 23:57:45 #
jeh3
Loc: Ft Collins, CO
You need a planter? Crock for making pickles? Very small infant kayak?
Think f the possibilities for an unused printer ...
OR, you could panic and boil some water ...
Think f the possibilities for an unused printer ...
OR, you could panic and boil some water ...
Sep 20, 2011 00:04:48 #
jeh3 wrote:
You need a planter? Crock for making pickles? Very small infant kayak?
Think f the possibilities for an unused printer ...
OR, you could panic and boil some water ...
Think f the possibilities for an unused printer ...
OR, you could panic and boil some water ...
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Sep 20, 2011 01:25:55 #
A few things about your printer.
- No doubt you need to get it up and running. It may not work after that ride. If so, you need to get it replaced.
- Ink jet nozzles clog if you don't run them often enough. If you don't plan on printing but once a week or so, you may want to sell it, or make sure you run a print through every few days. Unclogging nozzles is costly, and time consuming.
- You now can print 16 bit images. Normal photo labs can't, and can only do 8 bit. Take advantage of this and shoot and edit in 16 bit depth. If you are totally calibrated, etc, you will be quite pleased with the results.
- "RIP" software will make your life easier. It is pricey, but will save you time and money in the long run.
- No doubt you need to get it up and running. It may not work after that ride. If so, you need to get it replaced.
- Ink jet nozzles clog if you don't run them often enough. If you don't plan on printing but once a week or so, you may want to sell it, or make sure you run a print through every few days. Unclogging nozzles is costly, and time consuming.
- You now can print 16 bit images. Normal photo labs can't, and can only do 8 bit. Take advantage of this and shoot and edit in 16 bit depth. If you are totally calibrated, etc, you will be quite pleased with the results.
- "RIP" software will make your life easier. It is pricey, but will save you time and money in the long run.
Sep 20, 2011 20:49:50 #
Bobbee wrote:
Can I politely ask a question which goes a few posts back. Before I ask, enjoy the printer and good luck. Enjoy your toy, don't let it frighten you.
Now, monitors. Yes ou are right. Laptop and or crappy desktop monitors are not good. I have read several articles about calibrating your monitors. I can see how bad mine is as it cannot be adjusted. Or have not figured out how. My next purchase may be a monitor. Some suggestions in a price range would be appreciated.
Now, monitors. Yes ou are right. Laptop and or crappy desktop monitors are not good. I have read several articles about calibrating your monitors. I can see how bad mine is as it cannot be adjusted. Or have not figured out how. My next purchase may be a monitor. Some suggestions in a price range would be appreciated.
Mac monitors are great...
Sep 20, 2011 22:22:04 #
Sep 20, 2011 22:45:48 #
photocat wrote:
yes they are but won't work on a PC
I do have a pc... if you think NEC's are expensive take a look at the EIZO's OMG...
Sep 20, 2011 23:22:35 #
Sep 20, 2011 23:47:50 #
Linda
Entertaining story. I have the canon 9500. It was a gift I requested, I knew what I was getting but my husband still tells friends you should see the size of that thing. So I can't even picture yours. I love the pigmented ink the photos are so nice. Good paper is a must. And for those who need to know you buy a calibrator for your monitor and when I installed my 60d it asked me which printer I had. So far so good. Enjoy put that baby to work just to check it out and truly don't expect it to just shoot out a photo like a letter I found myself looking in the slot for the paper, I knew it was working I could hear it. The printers also shake to mix the pigmented ink so try for a study final resting place. Have fun
Entertaining story. I have the canon 9500. It was a gift I requested, I knew what I was getting but my husband still tells friends you should see the size of that thing. So I can't even picture yours. I love the pigmented ink the photos are so nice. Good paper is a must. And for those who need to know you buy a calibrator for your monitor and when I installed my 60d it asked me which printer I had. So far so good. Enjoy put that baby to work just to check it out and truly don't expect it to just shoot out a photo like a letter I found myself looking in the slot for the paper, I knew it was working I could hear it. The printers also shake to mix the pigmented ink so try for a study final resting place. Have fun
Sep 21, 2011 00:36:52 #
Strubbles wrote:
Well, many of the Masters group in my local photography club have their photos printed at Costco... the prints are marvelous and not very costly. A 20x30 costs $8.99. Try it. You might like it.
I assume that Linda Lee must be a professional who sells a lot of photographs to have a printer like that. Wow!
I assume that Linda Lee must be a professional who sells a lot of photographs to have a printer like that. Wow!
Sounds like Linda Lee is out in the sticks and not just around the corner from Costco. I use Nations Photo Lab - very reasonable prices and top notch prints of all types and sizes including board, foam core, books, canvas and so much more. You don't get them as fast but it's hard to beat the quality.
Sep 22, 2011 17:32:57 #
DanielB wrote:
quote=Strubbles Well, many of the Masters group i... (show quote)
I actually decided to try costco myself and sent out my first photos today. They are ready to be picked up. I shall see...
Sep 22, 2011 17:48:35 #
If you use Costco, I recommend that:
1. you download their profile on the drycreek website.
2. use a calibrated monitor,
3. If you order on-line, click on the "Do not auto correct" button when you order. YOu can also add copyright data to the back of your prints, ie: "© 2011 John Doe".
4. If you order in store, turn off the "auto correct", which is an option near the end of the ordering process.
There is another method that will get you close. If anyone is interested let me know.
1. you download their profile on the drycreek website.
2. use a calibrated monitor,
3. If you order on-line, click on the "Do not auto correct" button when you order. YOu can also add copyright data to the back of your prints, ie: "© 2011 John Doe".
4. If you order in store, turn off the "auto correct", which is an option near the end of the ordering process.
There is another method that will get you close. If anyone is interested let me know.
Sep 22, 2011 20:50:10 #
Rick d. wrote:
If you use Costco, I recommend that: br 1. you dow... (show quote)
Thanks for your advice. I shall check my images tomorrow and see how they came out.
Sep 23, 2011 01:48:09 #
Talk about a glutton for punishment. Yikes, woman, what have you gone and done? I think it's totally cool and I think you are even crazier than me. Which is a hard act to pull off!
Have a blast!
For everyone else who doesn't want to buy their own printer, I know a great online company that makes extremely high quality paper and canvas prints at excellent prices. I've used them a lot and been entirely satisfied.
Have a blast!
For everyone else who doesn't want to buy their own printer, I know a great online company that makes extremely high quality paper and canvas prints at excellent prices. I've used them a lot and been entirely satisfied.
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