Epson Stylus Photo R3000
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I bought the R2000 and love it. I considered the 3000 but went with 2000 for a couple of reasons. For color, the 2000 is better IMO and the ink refills are cheaper (often times you can find OEM packs on Amazon for ~$30 a set). However, if you're only interested in printing B&W then the 3000 might be a better choice since it has 3 blacks to choose from instead of two. But the 3000 is also notorious for wasting a large amount of ink in the prime (lots of complaints and issues with that in on-line reviews). All in all, I'm very happy with the B&W that my 2000 produces and love the color prints.
You know, maybe they have? All my knowledge about the two systems dates back at least a year so it's entirely possible they've addressed the spill/priming issue. Both these printers will do an excellent job so I don't think you can go wrong with either choice.
Printing your own work is really the way to go. Very subtle changes can produce large differences in the final product. Even something as simple as the choice of paper (and there are a LOT of different papers, btw) can make a big difference. That said, printing can be as challenging as taking the actual photo, as I'm sure you'll soon discover for yourself.
On a more philosophical note, it surprises me how so many photographers will spend oodles time and effort (and money) getting that perfect shot followed by hours on the computer to then let someone else take control of the most important part - making the print that everyone will see. And I don't know about you but I'm way too much a control freak to let someone else do my printing.
wud
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Uhh I know about the paper and I am pushing this in front of me, I know it'll be difficult to decide.. I love matte paper and also want fine art paper with texture, came across some a while ago.
I am a little afraid if I won't be satisfied with the quality I can produce myself, as I've seen what one vision imaging produces (I use them for all my printing). But they really use some fantastic paper so I am hoping to find something similar.
I've done some tests from them, with and without color enchantment (on the same files) and I could hardly tell any difference. A little richer/warmer color on some of the yellow on one image, when not corrected. I was really happy seeing this, as it means I should be making the files properly.
Mostly I wanna do this printing myself, to be sure no images will come out wrong. And I'm sure some will, lol. But then I can change it.
I'll find some more reading on these 2 models, at least I'm not having any doubts that it should be an epson, I love that brand.
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I am a little afraid if I won't be satisfied with the quality I can produce myself, as I've seen what one vision imaging produces (I use them for all my printing). But they really use some fantastic paper so I am hoping to find something similar.
I've done some tests from them, with and without color enchantment (on the same files) and I could hardly tell any difference. A little richer/warmer color on some of the yellow on one image, when not corrected. I was really happy seeing this, as it means I should be making the files properly.
Mostly I wanna do this printing myself, to be sure no images will come out wrong. And I'm sure some will, lol. But then I can change it.
I'll find some more reading on these 2 models, at least I'm not having any doubts that it should be an epson, I love that brand.
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I've heard good things about the Epson R2000 although I haven't seen the results firsthand. I realize you aren't here in the US, but B&H lists both models as having a mail-in rebate this month. I watched a video by Jeff Cable where he photographs lots of Bar Mitzvahs, runs home during a break to process, print using the R2000, and frame a photo then returns in the evening with the photo displayed near the entrance. He specifically mentioned Epson's Velvet Fine Art paper as being something he loves to print on.
Carolina Photo Guy
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Just so that you know, I was a huge Epson fan. I have had several Epson photo only printers culminating with the R1900.
This printer was a serious ink hog from the get go. After several conversations with Epson customer service, I was left with the impression
that my problems with this printer were MY problems, NOT Epson's problems. That was a few years ago and I will not permit Epson products in my house.
I will say this. The R1900 made a fantastic bonfire with LOTS of black smoke!
Your milage may vary.
Pete
This printer was a serious ink hog from the get go. After several conversations with Epson customer service, I was left with the impression
that my problems with this printer were MY problems, NOT Epson's problems. That was a few years ago and I will not permit Epson products in my house.
I will say this. The R1900 made a fantastic bonfire with LOTS of black smoke!
Your milage may vary.
Pete
wud
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wud
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Okay, the price for a color A4 should be around 3,58-3,94 $ when printing yourself.
The place I use right now, offers A4 for 3,35 $ (my price, not the customers price).
The delivery are much more expensive, since prints are delivered from another country, also I pay yearly to use Zenfolio (I only use it for ordering prints).
But, as said before, this print place offers awesome quality. Printing myself means freedom
The place I use right now, offers A4 for 3,35 $ (my price, not the customers price).
The delivery are much more expensive, since prints are delivered from another country, also I pay yearly to use Zenfolio (I only use it for ordering prints).
But, as said before, this print place offers awesome quality. Printing myself means freedom
Don Kuykendall_RIP
RIP :(
Okay, the price for a color A4 should be around 3,58-3,94 $ when printing yourself.
The place I use right now, offers A4 for 3,35 $ (my price, not the customers price).
The delivery are much more expensive, since prints are delivered from another country, also I pay yearly to use Zenfolio (I only use it for ordering prints).
But, as said before, this print place offers awesome quality. Printing myself means freedom
Remember that your price for printing it yourself is if you get it correct the first time. Color balance will change for each different paper and also when you change ink.
wud
Senior Member
Im not planning on loads of different papers, want to keep it simple, but yes, of course there will be stuff that has to be printed several times - but Im not selling to these prices for customers anyway.
Take a look at Red River paper (I love these guys), they have run the calculations on the cost of printing with a number of different printers. I have paper from other vendors but the Red River paper trumps even the best of them, in both quality and lbs.
Cost of Inkjet Printing Reports by Red River Paper
Cost of Inkjet Printing Reports by Red River Paper
You need only download and install the ICC color profiles for the different papers and you should be fine (although a little tweaking may be needed, nothing major)