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Best Photo Printers From Popular Brands

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If you have opened this article, then probably you are looking for the best photo printer among all the options available on the market.

Printed photos used to be the best way to save precious moments with our loved ones and share these memories with others. However, nowadays, in the era of mobile phones, laptops, and the Internet, more and more people prefer to keep digital pics on their hard drive or post them on social media. But it never feels the same! Digital pictures will not give us the sense of nostalgia when flipping through a family photo album and diving into the beautiful world of our memories.

At Smart Ink, we also believe that no Instagram page can compare to the real physical photo of high quality. And statistics prove that. In 2017 alone, 38 billion traditional photos were printed worldwide, which is around 31% of the overall number of pictures taken. That’s huge, right? And we hope that 2020 will not concede.

For this reason, we have compiled a list of the most worthwhile gadgets to choose the best printer for photographs in 2020. Even if we can’t select only one model, you will surely find something that will meet your demands. So let’s get down to business!

 

Canon Photo Printers

Canon is one of the major brands producing high-quality photo printers. Their models are widespread and can be easily found in any store. We have done our own research to select several positions that may be interesting to our readers.

 


 

Canon imagePROGRAF PRO-1000

 

(Source: global.canon)

This is a lab quality photo printer that will suit best professional studios or photo laboratories. It is very powerful and capable of printing large photos of the highest quality.

 

Color or B&WColor
Connection typeEthernet, USB, Wireless
Printouts sizeFrom 4×6” to A2 and banner size (21cmx59.4cm)
Resolution (dpi)2400 x 1200
Number of ink colors12
Number of ink cartridges/tanks12
Printer input capacityCut sheets and rolls
Print speedFrom 3.5 mins to 6 mins for A2 printouts
Cost per page (color)69 cents per millimeter
PriceFrom $1.299 on Amazon

(Data source: PCMag)

 


 

Canon PIXMA PRO-100

 

(Source: global.canon)

This is one of the best pigment ink printer models available on the market. It provides excellent color accuracy and works very fast, which makes it a perfect option for photographers and smaller studios.

 

Color or B&WColor
Connection typeEthernet, USB, Wireless
Printouts sizeUp to 13″ x 19″
Resolution (dpi)4800 x 2400
Number of ink colors8
Number of ink cartridges/tanks8
Printer input capacity150 sheets of plain paper, 20 sheets photo paper (4″x6″)
Print speed8″ x 10″ on A4 with border: 51 secs; 11″ x 14″ on A3+ with border: 1 min 30 secs
Cost per page (color)Up to $2.70 for 13″ x 19″ printouts
Price$499.99 on Amazon

(Data source: TechRadar, ReDriver Paper)

 


 

Canon – PIXMA TS5320

 

(Source: global.canon)

This is a home photo printer that you may purchase even on a tight budget. This Canon pigment ink printer is a great wireless solution for those who are looking for an all-in-one model that will allow users to print both photos and text, scan documents, and make copies.

 

Color or B&WColor
Connection typeEthernet, USB, Wireless
Printouts sizeUp to 14″ x 8.5″
Resolution (dpi)4800 x 1200
Number of ink colors4
Number of ink cartridges/tanks2
Printer input capacity100 sheets of plain paper or up to 20 sheets of photo paper
Print speed6.8 pages per minute for color printouts
Cost per page (color)17.6 cents
Price$99.99 on BestBuy

(Data source: PCMag, BestBuy)

 


 

Epson Pigment Ink Printers

Among the top rated photo printers made by Epson, there are several worthy models for home use as well as professional work.

 


 

Epson Expression Premium XP-7100

 

(Source: epson.com)

If you are not looking for a professional photo printer, you may pay attention to this model. It is a wireless all-in-one solution: a printer, scanner, and copier that any home user can benefit from.

 

Color or B&WColor
Connection typeEthernet, USB, Wireless
Printouts sizeBorderless photos up to 10″ x 8″
Resolution (dpi)5760 x 1440
Number of ink colors5
Number of ink cartridges/tanks5
Printer input capacity30 sheets ADF
Print speed12 secs for 4″ x 6″ photos (draft mode), 11 pages per minute for color print
Cost per page (color)13.7 cents
Price$199.99 on Epson

(Data source: Epson, PCMag)

 


 

Epson SureColor P400 Wide Format

 

(Source: epson.com)

This pigment based inkjet printer allows printing remarkable photos of the highest quality. Despite being quite pricey, it is a great solution for home and professional use.

 

Color or B&WColor
Connection typeEthernet, USB, Wireless
Printouts sizeCut-sheet ( up to 13″ x 19″) and roll paper (up to 13″ x 129″), including borderless print
Resolution (dpi)5760 x 1440
Number of ink colors8
Number of ink cartridges/tanks8
Printer input capacity120 sheets of plain paper, or 30 sheets of photo paper
Print speed1 min 8 secs for 8″ x 10″ photos
Cost per page (color)$1-2 for a 8″ x 10″ print
Price$599.99 on Epson

(Data source: Epson, Digital Trends)

 


 

HP Photo Printers

One more brand that is worth considering if you are looking for a high quality photo printer is HP. What is interesting about their models is that they offer various models, including all-in-one solutions, traditional printers, and even mobile printers.

 


 

HP Envy 5055

 

(Source: hp.com)

Another all-in-one solution that will fit well if you need to print photos and documents, make scans and copies.

 

Color or B&WColor
Connection typeUSB, Wireless
Printouts sizeUp to 215.9 x 355.6 mm
Resolution (dpi)4800 x 1200
Number of ink colors4
Number of ink cartridges/tanks2
Printer input capacity100 sheets of plain paper, up to 30 sheets of photo paper
Print speedUp to 7 pages per minutes for color print
Cost per page (color)22.3 cents (3.5 with Instant Ink) for color print
Price$599.99 on Epson

(Data source: Epson, PCMag)

 


 

HP Sprocket Select

 

(Source: hp.com)

Sprocket Select is a portable photo printer that will help you print your pictures on the go and share them with friends easily. It may not guarantee the best photo quality, yet there are things that we are sometimes willing to sacrifice in order to maintain mobility.

 

Color or B&WColor
Connection typeBluetooth
Printouts size2.3″ x 3.4″
Resolution (dpi)321 x 600
Number of ink colors
Number of ink cartridges/tanks
Printer input capacity10 sheets
Print speed76 sec for a 2.3″ x 3.4″ photo
Cost per page (color)65 cents
Price$109.99 on HP

(Data source: HP, PCMag)

 


 

Final Advice

Of course, we know that it’s quite hard to choose a suitable personal photo printer based only on one article. Especially considering that we can’t cover all the existing printer models or provide a personal consultation to assist you in selecting the one that fits best. Yet, we hope that this article will help you narrow down the search a bit and make the final decision.

To come up with an idea of what you are looking for try considering the following criteria:

  • the main purpose of printer use (only photo printing or all-in-one solution);
  • how often you’d like to use the printer and how many photos you are going to print;
  • the desirable size of the printouts;
  • printer and ink price;
  • cost per page of the color and monochrome printouts;
  • photo printer reviews available on the web.

Another thing you should pay attention to is the availability of the compound and remanufactured cartridges for your printer model. This will allow you to save up a huge deal of money on photo printing and spend it on something that really matters. Smart Ink is one of the leading compatible cartridges providers, so make sure to check out all the products available on our website before making up your mind!

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