Epson 1270 or 2000P ??

b.alex.pettit.jr. said:

I found this 'warning' on the RedRiver paper catalog page :

Traditionally, pigment based inks provide a smaller color gamut and
duller images than dye inks like the Epson 1270 or the 1160. . A
dye ink is totally translucent and the total reflected light is
greater, resulting in brighter and more colorful pictures. Epson
has changed the way pigment flecks look through micro-encapsulation
technology. Now, light hitting an Epson pigment image has a
greater total reflectivity and less refraction. Color gamut has
been increased and overall brightness is better....

Epson 2000P images are not like images you may have seen on an
Epson 1270 or HP Photosmart. Even though Epson went to great
lengths to increase color gamut and brightness, a definite
difference exists. However, if you need prints that will last for
many years without the hassle of third party inks and color
correction exercises, then you should consider the Epson 2000P.

What do others recommend ?? Are the images from the 2000P of that
much less quality than the 1270 ???

I plan to purchase one for the 11x14 or so paper size ..
Recommendations or thoughts please !!

Best Regards,
Alex Pettit
Orlando Fla

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john a said:

Hi Alex,
I've been wracking my brain for the last few weeks over that exact
issue.
I ordered the 1280 last night. I decided the longevity was less
important to me than the beauty of the prints. Read all the
articles relating to the two printers on this site especially the
"recommendation" and "output comparison" to help you make up your
own mind. Also, click on "metamerism" in one of the articles.
http://www.tssphoto.com/sp/dg/index.html
Good Luck, J-

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johna said:

b.alex.pettit.jr. said:

I found this 'warning' on the RedRiver paper catalog page :

Traditionally, pigment based inks provide a smaller color gamut and
duller images than dye inks like the Epson 1270 or the 1160. . A
dye ink is totally translucent and the total reflected light is
greater, resulting in brighter and more colorful pictures. Epson
has changed the way pigment flecks look through micro-encapsulation
technology. Now, light hitting an Epson pigment image has a
greater total reflectivity and less refraction. Color gamut has
been increased and overall brightness is better....

Epson 2000P images are not like images you may have seen on an
Epson 1270 or HP Photosmart. Even though Epson went to great
lengths to increase color gamut and brightness, a definite
difference exists. However, if you need prints that will last for
many years without the hassle of third party inks and color
correction exercises, then you should consider the Epson 2000P.

What do others recommend ?? Are the images from the 2000P of that
much less quality than the 1270 ???

I plan to purchase one for the 11x14 or so paper size ..
Recommendations or thoughts please !!

Best Regards,
Alex Pettit
Orlando Fla

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