Top Wide Format Printers 2011

by John - allprinterreviews.com Expert Reviewer
(USA)

There is a need for printers that specialize in creating huge prints and in this regard, Top Wide Format Printers 2011 present the best devices that can provide this requirement with no compromise on color precision and picture quality.

Top Wide Format Printers 2011 will serve as a guideline to various users such as publishers who need to print out their visual aids; engineers, architects and graphic designers for detailed diagrams, drawings and designs; events planners for the party banners; interior decorators for beautifying homes; and advertisers for striking promotional signage.

1. Epson Stylus Photo 1400

Epson Stylus Photo 1400 is, relatively, light as compared to its counterparts. It weighs only 25 lbs and measures 24.2”W x 12.4”D x 16.3”H. It is simple to use and operate. This printer is meant for photo printing. However, it produces the same quality when printing documents.

It offers exceptional print quality that is higher than wide format inkjet printers. It has a high resolution of 5760 x 1440 dpi. It has, also, a high paper capacity of 120 sheets of 8 ½ x 11”(letter size). This printer is able to print directly from a digital camera with the help of Pictbridge technology. In addition to this, it can print directly to CDs and DVDs which is quite rare in this kind of printers.

2. Epson WorkForce 1100

Epson WorkForce 1100 is ideal for small scale businesses. It prints to a maximum size of 13” x 19” documents at a print speed of 30 pages per minute for mono and 17 pages per minute for color. On the other hand, if the user needs laser quality, it prints at 13 pages per minute in mono and 5.5 pages per minute in color. It has a resolution of 5760 x 1440 dpi.

This printer is easy to set up. It consists of high capacity cartridges and uses 70% less energy making the user save on costs. It has reliable feeding. It is capable of border-less and dual sided manual printing. Its output is smudge-free, fade proof and water resistant.

It is ideal for printing floor plans that is a requirement of real estate companies. It is, likewise, best for printing tabloids.

3. Canon Pixma Pro9000 Mark II

Canon Pixma Pro9000 Mark II provides the advanced technology plus functionality in coming up with high quality output of prints. Its 8 color ink system combined with Ambient Light Correction allows printouts to complement the existing lighting condition. Long lasting prints are made possible with the use of the ChromaLife100 system2 that has the advantages of both Canon dye-based ink and photo paper with Fine print head technology.

This printer presents a wide range of media to photographers such as gloss, semi-gloss, matte photo papers and fine art media like canvas. For color accuracy, it makes use of Canon’s Easy-PhotoPrint Pro software for Adobe Photoshop, Canon Digital Photo Professional and Adobe Photoshop Elements 6. By means of the Easy-PhotoPrint Pro, the user may be able to print from Photoshop or Digital Photo Professional, by batches.

4. HP Officejet 7000

HP Officejet 7000 is one of the smallest wide format printers with its size of 22.6” W x 7.13”H x 15.8”D and weight of 15.4 lbs. It provides high quality prints with its resolution of 4800 x 1200 dpi. It is capable of producing great border-less photos up to a maximum size of 13” x 19”.

Among inkjet printers, the HP Officejet 7000 gives the lowest cost per page and 40% less energy consumed. This printer has USB and Ethernet interfaces.

This printer is ideal for engineering offices that do not require enormous prints but rather those with exceptional quality.

Summary of Top Wide Format Printers 2011

Epson Stylus Photo 1400, Epson WorkForce 1100, Canon Pixma Pro9000 Mark II and HP Officejet 7000 belong to the Top Wide Format Printers 2011 that offer a printing solution for those who require enormous prints. Despite the large output, they come with exceptional quality. When it comes to images, they consist of vibrant colors that are eye catching. On the other hand, designs and drawings are professionally created, giving importance to details.


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