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p.1 #2 · p.1 #2 · Budget Wide Format Printer - Canon vs Epson | |
scurran wrote:
Looking to pick up a new printer. I do a 50/50 ratio of photos and graphics, 13x19 is a must. I print a lot on fine art papers, and really textured papers like water color, but also plenty on glossy photo paper.
I've owned a Pixma Pro 1000 mk1, that had head issues and eventually died. Otherwise a fine printer other than feed issues. I've recently been using a iX6500 and it was actually pretty reasonable for most things, photos were lacking a bit though.
I'm looking at a few things, in this order, Canon iP8720, Epson XP-15000, Epson p400, Pixma Pro 100
I'd also be open to used older but trustworthy models. If I was going to go with the p400, I would be buying used, ive seen one for around 250 which seemed like a good deal. The Pixma Pro is often a great deal, but currently isnt, so I'd have to go used. I need a printer next week.
The pigment ink on the P400 seems like it would be good for the papers I print on, but right now going over 300 on this isnt something I want to do. Cost of running is important. ...Show more →
I appreciate your circumstances though it is difficult to rationalize spending all of that money on fine paper only to run it through printers whose inks don't offer a measure of light fastness. That in mind, you have to be comfortable with what works best for your circumstances. The Pro 100 is a great little printer, though as you observed it is not on special right now. Likewise the P400 offers better ink longevity and now there is a rebate putting the acquisition cost around $340. around $100 less than a refurb. Can't comment on the performance of the other two printers you mentioned.
Best of luck.
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