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4x6 printer...
My NG reader doesn't download all the posts. So, forgive me if this is just
another repeated question. I used to have Nikon 880 and now have Canon S45. I am still pretty much in Auto mode. I enjoy uploading the images to Walmart website and have them print 4x6 (and some larger) pictures, and I go pick 'em up at the store. I didn't want a photo printer because I am not expertise with digital image (let alone I am in process of video editing with simple steps (no Hollywoods)). My wife insists. She wants to buy me "something" for Christmas and begs me to tell her which photo printer is good one. Well, I do like those 4x6 photo printer, but not sure which or what to look for. To start off, I would pick HP 4x6 printer (since using HP DeskJet printer for years and still strong). I like the smallness of Epson model, but my mother-in-law has a Epson printer and no need for me to tell the story! Question, does Walmart print their photo just like as if I had one of those small photo printer? Same photo paper, same printing concept prints? Question, since those small printer (meaning 4x6 only) are in $150+ range, the bigger photo printer are also in the $150+ range, should I go for the bigger one? Question, if I better off with the bigger one, in spite of the nice small size, should I only use those printer only when printing photos and keep using the DeskJet as regular main printer. In other words, use photo printer with USB and leave the DeskJet in parallel port (since USB is hot-swap)? Anything else you like to share with me? Any insights? Suggestions? Links? Thank you. Chuck |
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Well, I have direct experience with five of the 4x6 printers; they a
1. HP's 2. Epsons Picturemate 3. Sony's 4. Kodak 6. Canon's CP-330 The first two are ink-jet technology while the last three are dye-sub. All do a fairly good job, although I've found the Canon printers seem to print a little green. Part of the answer to your question will probably depend on your requirements. The smallest printer (and only one that runs on batteries) is the Canon CP-330 (they also make the CP-200/220 which is the same size, but doesn't have the battery option). The lowest operating cost is the Epson (about $0.29 per print list and $0.26 if you shop around for the supplies). The cons for the printers a 1. The HP will smudge if the print gets wet. This is true with most HP ink-jet printers. Their operating cost are also somewhat high since the cartridge life isn't very good. 2. The Canon printer seems to print a little greenish. This has been true on three different printer models I've tried and seems to be true base on other reviews. 3. The Kodak is really designed for their cameras. My favorite; the Canon for portability and the Epson overall. James "CNT" wrote in message ... My NG reader doesn't download all the posts. So, forgive me if this is just another repeated question. I used to have Nikon 880 and now have Canon S45. I am still pretty much in Auto mode. I enjoy uploading the images to Walmart website and have them print 4x6 (and some larger) pictures, and I go pick 'em up at the store. I didn't want a photo printer because I am not expertise with digital image (let alone I am in process of video editing with simple steps (no Hollywoods)). My wife insists. She wants to buy me "something" for Christmas and begs me to tell her which photo printer is good one. Well, I do like those 4x6 photo printer, but not sure which or what to look for. To start off, I would pick HP 4x6 printer (since using HP DeskJet printer for years and still strong). I like the smallness of Epson model, but my mother-in-law has a Epson printer and no need for me to tell the story! Question, does Walmart print their photo just like as if I had one of those small photo printer? Same photo paper, same printing concept prints? Question, since those small printer (meaning 4x6 only) are in $150+ range, the bigger photo printer are also in the $150+ range, should I go for the bigger one? Question, if I better off with the bigger one, in spite of the nice small size, should I only use those printer only when printing photos and keep using the DeskJet as regular main printer. In other words, use photo printer with USB and leave the DeskJet in parallel port (since USB is hot-swap)? Anything else you like to share with me? Any insights? Suggestions? Links? Thank you. Chuck |
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OK, thanks for the input... interesting. So the 4x6 Epson is good choice (so
far). Also, didn't know about the ink-jet technology vs. dye-sub. Please, I need more inputs from you guys. I based my buying digital camera decision in here! Thanks. Chuck The cons for the printers a 1. The HP will smudge if the print gets wet. This is true with most HP ink-jet printers. Their operating cost are also somewhat high since the cartridge life isn't very good. 2. The Canon printer seems to print a little greenish. This has been true on three different printer models I've tried and seems to be true base on other reviews. 3. The Kodak is really designed for their cameras. My favorite; the Canon for portability and the Epson overall. |
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Dont forget the HiTi printers, Very good.
"CNT" wrote in message ... OK, thanks for the input... interesting. So the 4x6 Epson is good choice (so far). Also, didn't know about the ink-jet technology vs. dye-sub. Please, I need more inputs from you guys. I based my buying digital camera decision in here! Thanks. Chuck The cons for the printers a 1. The HP will smudge if the print gets wet. This is true with most HP ink-jet printers. Their operating cost are also somewhat high since the cartridge life isn't very good. 2. The Canon printer seems to print a little greenish. This has been true on three different printer models I've tried and seems to be true base on other reviews. 3. The Kodak is really designed for their cameras. My favorite; the Canon for portability and the Epson overall. |
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OK...
HiTi ink-jet technology dye-sub |
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Dont forget the HiTi printers, Very good.
"CNT" wrote in message ... OK, thanks for the input... interesting. So the 4x6 Epson is good choice (so far). Also, didn't know about the ink-jet technology vs. dye-sub. Please, I need more inputs from you guys. I based my buying digital camera decision in here! Thanks. Chuck The cons for the printers a 1. The HP will smudge if the print gets wet. This is true with most HP ink-jet printers. Their operating cost are also somewhat high since the cartridge life isn't very good. 2. The Canon printer seems to print a little greenish. This has been true on three different printer models I've tried and seems to be true base on other reviews. 3. The Kodak is really designed for their cameras. My favorite; the Canon for portability and the Epson overall. |
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"James Akiyama" writes:
Well, I have direct experience with five of the 4x6 printers; they a 1. HP's 2. Epsons Picturemate 3. Sony's 4. Kodak 6. Canon's CP-330 The first two are ink-jet technology while the last three are dye-sub. All do a fairly good job, although I've found the Canon printers seem to print a little green. Part of the answer to your question will probably depend on your requirements. The smallest printer (and only one that runs on batteries) is the Canon CP-330 (they also make the CP-200/220 which is the same size, but doesn't have the battery option). The lowest operating cost is the Epson (about $0.29 per print list and $0.26 if you shop around for the supplies). The HP 375B (the B stands for battery) also runs on a battery. I believe you can get the HP 375 and add a battery later. The cons for the printers a 1. The HP will smudge if the print gets wet. This is true with most HP ink-jet printers. Their operating cost are also somewhat high since the cartridge life isn't very good. For inkjets like the HP there are two different types of paper. Swellable papers (such as HP premium plus and more recently HP premium) are long lasting, but as you mention any water drops will ruin the print, and nanoporous or instant dry papers that are more water resistant, but in theory won't last as long (something like 10 years vs. 80 under ideal conditions). If you want long lasting, go with the Epson (Canon is fairly short -- something like 6 years). In terms of Walmart, the ones I've been too have two different printers. There is the Kodak dye-sub printer that prints while you wait (and tends to be more expensive), and the Fuji mini-lab in the back that offers 1 hour photo service. The mini-labs will print using the same paper and chemicals that the film processing uses. I've recently gotten turned off of Walmart, because the local one near me started auto-correcting the colors, and they came out way too saturated. -- Michael Meissner email: http://www.the-meissners.org |
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OK, thanks for the input... interesting. So the 4x6 Epson is good choice (so
far). Also, didn't know about the ink-jet technology vs. dye-sub. Please, I need more inputs from you guys. I based my buying digital camera decision in here! Thanks. Chuck The cons for the printers a 1. The HP will smudge if the print gets wet. This is true with most HP ink-jet printers. Their operating cost are also somewhat high since the cartridge life isn't very good. 2. The Canon printer seems to print a little greenish. This has been true on three different printer models I've tried and seems to be true base on other reviews. 3. The Kodak is really designed for their cameras. My favorite; the Canon for portability and the Epson overall. |
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Hi CNT,
The Printer Docks do hold the Kodak cameras, but can be used as a stand alone printer. Just attach them to the computer and make prints. Also, the newest 'KODAK Printer Dock' is Pictbridge enabled, so you can use other makers cameras to make prints. Check it out on our site. Ron Baird Eastman Kodak Company Well, I have direct experience with five of the 4x6 printers; they a 1. HP's 2. Epsons Picturemate 3. Sony's 4. Kodak 6. Canon's CP-330 The first two are ink-jet technology while the last three are dye-sub. All do a fairly good job, although I've found the Canon printers seem to print a little green. Part of the answer to your question will probably depend on your requirements. The smallest printer (and only one that runs on batteries) is the Canon CP-330 (they also make the CP-200/220 which is the same size, but doesn't have the battery option). The lowest operating cost is the Epson (about $0.29 per print list and $0.26 if you shop around for the supplies). The cons for the printers a |
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Hi CNT,
The Printer Docks do hold the Kodak cameras, but can be used as a stand alone printer. Just attach them to the computer and make prints. Also, the newest 'KODAK Printer Dock' is Pictbridge enabled, so you can use other makers cameras to make prints. Check it out on our site. Ron Baird Eastman Kodak Company Well, I have direct experience with five of the 4x6 printers; they a 1. HP's 2. Epsons Picturemate 3. Sony's 4. Kodak 6. Canon's CP-330 The first two are ink-jet technology while the last three are dye-sub. All do a fairly good job, although I've found the Canon printers seem to print a little green. Part of the answer to your question will probably depend on your requirements. The smallest printer (and only one that runs on batteries) is the Canon CP-330 (they also make the CP-200/220 which is the same size, but doesn't have the battery option). The lowest operating cost is the Epson (about $0.29 per print list and $0.26 if you shop around for the supplies). The cons for the printers a |
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