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Oct 31, 2017 21:07:20   #
JR45 Loc: Montgomery County, TX
 
Gregger wrote:
Thanks! I went on the B&H site and the printer does not come with any ink. I am not sure, but I believe most printers do. It has been a long time since I have purchased a printer. I just purchased $56 Genuine ink for my Epson. I have had it for a long time. So long I can print on CD's. I play the piano and used to send recordings to friends and family. Thanks again for this info.


Mine came with ink.

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Oct 31, 2017 22:43:28   #
The Watcher
 
Here’s a thought; not far from you in Sun City West there’s a Canon Pro100 in a unopened box waiting on a buyer. They’re asking $175. B&H is a better deal and it comes with some 13x19 paper. But if you purchase the one near you, you could have it by tomorrow and not be waiting for the $250 gift card to show up.

The printer was probably part of a camera package and the owners aren’t into printing. That’s how I got mine. You also need to know this is a large printer and weights about forty two pounds.
The printer comes with a full set of ink.
Here’s a link to a video that show you how to setup the printer.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LlV7cqqladQ&t=12s

https://phoenix.craigslist.org/wvl/pho/d/new-sealed-canon-pixma-pro/6355387907.html

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Nov 1, 2017 00:06:13   #
Gregger Loc: Phoenix area
 
Bill_de wrote:
I bought an Epson this year. I was thrilled that it came with ink. However, they didn't provide full cartridges. They say it was just provided to do alignment. It did list a bit longer. Printing at home is expensive, but I like the results.

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Bill what model did you get? Thanks Gregger

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Nov 1, 2017 06:07:40   #
jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY
 
Gregger wrote:
I am thinking of getting a wireless photo printer. I have a few questions. Are there any members that print their own? The present best printer I can get for around or under at $400. Should I get only a photo printer or a all in one? Ink is expensive, but we have a store not far from us that sells refilled ink. I have used refilled before will poor success. Though this is close to ten years ago. My own personal feeling is when prints are made at Walgreens, Costcos or practically anyone they then have your photos to do as they please. I looked in the UHH search section and there is no new information concerning printers. I also feel I can print in my home without having to take and wait. Thanks for any help. Gregger
I am thinking of getting a wireless photo printer.... (show quote)


You can get a beautiful, big, heavy Canon Pixma Pro-100 for about $130 from B&H, and probably others. It prints on large paper or small, and it also print on a CD/DVD. It can print wirelessly, but I don't have mine set up for that. That requires that a cable connect printer and computer, and I'm waiting for a 20' cable to arrive tomorrow. Canon ink is expensive, but you can get all eight cartridges for about $80 on Amazon or get a refill kit or even a continuous ink supply.

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/search?Ntt=canon%20pro-100&N=0&InitialSearch=yes&sts=ma&Top+Nav-Search=

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_q0Kp64bhKM
http://www.precisioncolors.com/PC42.html

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Nov 1, 2017 07:11:16   #
LVP Loc: Seekonk, MA
 
Be careful with an Epson.
You will get beautiful prints, but it is a printer that needs to be used frequently. If not, you will likely get clogged nozzles. That happened to me in as little as a month of sitting idle, clearing them uses a lot of expensive ink!
Presently have a Canon Pro-100 and love it. If you want pigment ink, I think the Pro-10 is similar.

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Nov 1, 2017 07:21:27   #
sergio
 
I have been printing at home for maybe 20 years.
I would say:
1) You will print more than when you are ordering the prints at a shop. You also have more flexibility in choosing the format, size and cropping.
2) Printers are cheap. I would only print on a photo printer and not on an "all in one". I have an Epson Photo Stylus R1900 and an EpsonNX430 for any other type of printing. Both of them refuse to die.
3) Paper is relatively expensive but you can buy at Costco paper of good quality and inexpensive.
4) Ink is expensive but I was surprised yesterday when I found original Epson ink at half-price at Amazon.
I usually print size Super B (19x13) and I order printing for larger photos on metal and similar to printing shops.

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Nov 1, 2017 07:40:34   #
twillsol Loc: St. Louis, MO
 
Gregger wrote:
Do you happen to know how expensive the ink happens to be?


If you buy Canon ink from Canon, you cannot go wrong. The ink cartridges for the Pro 100 are $15.99. Most of the time they will throw in free paper. Usually that includes 50 sheets of 13 x 19. Some times it is a box or two of 8 x 10 and a couple of sampler packages. You only need to buy $30.00 (2 cartridges) to receive the free paper. I think Canon figures if you have more paper, you will use more ink. I always buy two at a time and will never have to spend money on paper. The other thing is you receive the ink and paper in just a couple of days.

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Nov 1, 2017 07:44:37   #
Largobob
 
Bill_de wrote:
I bought an Epson this year. I was thrilled that it came with ink. However, they didn't provide full cartridges. They say it was just provided to do alignment. It did list a bit longer. Printing at home is expensive, but I like the results.

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The "starter ink" cartridges that usually ship with new printers, have a very small amount of ink in them. What they do have, and it is important to the printer, are lubricants designed to get the print heads and other parts lubricated and ready to function properly. I bought a new HP ENVY 5660 (all in one) printer several years ago. When I set it up, the black cartridge was not "recognized" by the printer. I called the store to see whether they could exchange the black cartridge with one hanging on the rack. They told me to box the printer up and return it to the store to exchange for another new printer. Told me that not using the original ink cartridge would void the warrenty and would likely cause print head issues. Fact or Fiction?

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Nov 1, 2017 08:15:13   #
hobocamp Loc: Pittsford, New York
 
I've been using my Epson Photo R1900 for four years with constantly great results. Strongly consider Epson photo printer. Avoid all in one.

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Nov 1, 2017 08:22:55   #
StevenG Loc: Long Island, NY
 
burkphoto wrote:
One NEVER saves money by printing at home. Economy is a completely false hope! Printers are very inexpensive compared to paper and ink.

There are MANY legitimate reasons why you might want to print your own, though:

You're a control freak who knows color management from camera to paper.

You calibrate and profile your high-end monitor at least monthly, using a colorimeter or spectrophotometer and software (Datacolor or X-RITE).

You know how to configure your software to use the correct monitor profile, printer profile, and proofing or simulation profile to get the color you want.

You don't have a good relationship with a professional color lab, or you DO, but want a rapidly accessible, higher end alternative.

You need to keep your work private, to protect yourself and your clients.

You want to print in 16-bit mode, directly out of Lightroom Classic CC (etc.), for maximum color gamut.

You have a genuine Canon or Epson photo printer.

You use OEM inks, paper, and profiles, or you use *professionally-sourced* replacements.

You want the ultimate in archival print quality.

You want to print on special papers and other substrates that are not available for silver halide (wet process) printing.

Head on over to the "Printers and Color Printing" section... There's lots of good info archived there.
One NEVER saves money by printing at home. Economy... (show quote)


Also, because it’s fun!
I love to see my work come to life, then hold it in my hands on a nice piece of fine art paper!
Steve

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Nov 1, 2017 08:25:59   #
russjc001 Loc: South Carolina
 
Gregger wrote:
Thanks! I went on the B&H site and the printer does not come with any ink. I am not sure, but I believe most printers do. It has been a long time since I have purchased a printer. I just purchased $56 Genuine ink for my Epson. I have had it for a long time. So long I can print on CD's. I play the piano and used to send recordings to friends and family. Thanks again for this info.

That's strange as I ordered the Canon Pro-100 and it came with the ink cartridges. Also received the rebate as a debit card.

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Nov 1, 2017 08:26:39   #
Bill_de Loc: US
 
Gregger wrote:
Bill what model did you get? Thanks Gregger


SureColor P800

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Nov 1, 2017 08:31:40   #
fiat76 Loc: PA, MD, and SC
 
FWIW, I use Nations Photo Lab and Mpix for printing images; never Costco, Walmart, etc. I placed an order for 170 3/5" x 5" prints for notecards on Saturday, Oct. 25, and they arrived on Mon., October 28 (UPS). Both companies are fast and I have never been disappointed in the quality of the prints! I can understand why you might want to print your own, however. Just sayin'.......

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Nov 1, 2017 08:34:35   #
Brent Rowlett Loc: Atlanta, GA
 
Gregger wrote:
I am thinking of getting a wireless photo printer. I have a few questions. Are there any members that print their own? The present best printer I can get for around or under at $400. Should I get only a photo printer or a all in one? Ink is expensive, but we have a store not far from us that sells refilled ink. I have used refilled before will poor success. Though this is close to ten years ago. My own personal feeling is when prints are made at Walgreens, Costcos or practically anyone they then have your photos to do as they please. I looked in the UHH search section and there is no new information concerning printers. I also feel I can print in my home without having to take and wait. Thanks for any help. Gregger
I am thinking of getting a wireless photo printer.... (show quote)


Always remember, you get what you pay for. Like Shick razors, they give you the razor and hose you on the blades. Buy a cheap printer and get hosed on the ink. If you are concerned with quality of print, buy a good laser printer for $1000 to $2000 capable of printing sizes up to 11 x 17. If you want large prints, my 24" wide Epson 7880 has lasted me 10 years and still is working fine. 8 ink cartridges cost $80@, and last a long long time printing 24 x 36 images for sale.

I screwed around with all the cheap ink jet printers, and some after printing 5 or 6 large images, the ink ran out. If you are serious about your prints, spend the money. If not, go cheap or go to Costco.

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Nov 1, 2017 09:07:17   #
bweber Loc: Newton, MA
 
I agree with Burkphoto. I use a Canon Pro 10 for prints up to 13 x 19. I only use Canon Inks, and when purchased from Canon they send me more free pro paper than I can use. These papers usually produce high quality prints. I calibrate my 5K mentor monthly with a colormunki. I am very happy with the prints I make. I sell some(not enough) and give others away as gifts.. I use a local professional lab for very high quality Black and White Prints, Digital silver Imaging, but it can be expensive. The only time I send images out for printing is bulk ordering of 4 x 6 prints from family events. I use apple as their prices are not to bad, their quality is very good and reliable.

burkphoto wrote:
One NEVER saves money by printing at home. Economy is a completely false hope! Printers are very inexpensive compared to paper and ink.

There are MANY legitimate reasons why you might want to print your own, though:

You're a control freak who knows color management from camera to paper.

You calibrate and profile your high-end monitor at least monthly, using a colorimeter or spectrophotometer and software (Datacolor or X-RITE).

You know how to configure your software to use the correct monitor profile, printer profile, and proofing or simulation profile to get the color you want.

You don't have a good relationship with a professional color lab, or you DO, but want a rapidly accessible, higher end alternative.

You need to keep your work private, to protect yourself and your clients.

You want to print in 16-bit mode, directly out of Lightroom Classic CC (etc.), for maximum color gamut.

You have a genuine Canon or Epson photo printer.

You use OEM inks, paper, and profiles, or you use *professionally-sourced* replacements.

You want the ultimate in archival print quality.

You want to print on special papers and other substrates that are not available for silver halide (wet process) printing.

Head on over to the "Printers and Color Printing" section... There's lots of good info archived there.
One NEVER saves money by printing at home. Economy... (show quote)

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