To anyone that owns a canon i9900. Quick question.

Sigma 300-800mm f/5.6 EX APO IF HSM for Canon

03/01/2005 02:46:18 PM · #1

I ordered my i9900 today, and a bunch of paper and ink. I have 1 question that its seems like noone can answer. Does the print driver allow you to print borderless 8x10's and 11x14's, or do I have to print them on 8 1/12x11 and 11x17 paper, then trim them? Canon doesn't offer either of those sizes, but I have done research and found a place that sells 8x10 and 11x14 paper that has gotton nothing but praise. I ordered the paper too, but can I use these sizes? Anyone with some experience with this PLEASE let me know. Thanks in advance! B

Mary Ann Melton

Canon EOS-5D Mark III

03/01/2005 03:12:22 PM · #2

I tried to do this to see if it could be done. I set up a custom page size in photoshop for my 8X10 file. My first try I didn't change the margin settings, that gave me an 8X10 with .25 border. I then set the margins for 0 all the way around. I set the printer for borderless printing on all prints. I am getting about a 1/8 inch border when using my 8X10 paper that I cut down from 8 1/2 X 11.

I'm sure there are more things to try, but that is what I'm getting. I just got this printer so I haven't really had a chance to play with it.

03/01/2005 03:15:15 PM · #3

Thanks for the input mary. I am sure that there is a way to custom set it? I will just have to experiment too!

Nikon AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.4D

03/01/2005 03:17:19 PM · #4

Also thanks for the red river paper tip. I ordered through them today, and the customer service was wonderful!

fotodude

Nikon D70

03/01/2005 03:24:58 PM · #5

i got a ? i though alot about getting the i9900 but then didn't sice it does not have the ink quolity of epson......

so here is the question....-

have any of u (owners) noticed fading it your prints or do the bleed at all when a small amount of water is applied (as by cotton or something absorbed with water touching the surface) ?

the reason being i read that epson took a diffrent approch and while the don't print as fast as cannon there inks are said to last almost as long as an emaltion print (ie. 75-100 years emaltion being 100-150years)

so its it just a fast ink jet or does it last.....

if i where to sell anything i would like for it not to fade after sold....

_brando_

Nikon AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.4D

03/01/2005 03:30:23 PM · #6

I researched it, and the lightfastness of the inks is close to 25 years under extreme circumstances. If they are properly taken care of, I am sure that they will last much longer than that. In comparison, the older color photographic processes lost their punch in bad circumstances also. I have plenty of color prints from 20 years ago that have seen their better days. I was also really interested in the lightfastness in canons inks too.

fotodude

Nikon D70

03/01/2005 03:41:04 PM · #7

Originally posted by parrothead:

cool then i won't hold back since 20 years is enough time for me to skip the country if some1 comes after me with a faded print i made......lol

anyway they would be well taken care of as the would be framed and matted and maybe even on an arcival backing.....

so thanks for the answer

_brando_

TechnoShroom

Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 USM Macro

03/01/2005 04:04:42 PM · #8

Originally posted by fotodude:

...have any of u (owners) noticed fading it your prints or do the bleed at all when a small amount of water is applied (as by cotton or something absorbed with water touching the surface) ?

Bleeding has been brought up before. It's a non issue. I've held prints under a running faucet for over a minute without bleeding. Hot or cold water, it makes no difference. Fading seems to be an issue though. I haven't noticed it in my prints but if you look at independent tests (Livick for example) the longevity of prints seems to be much shorter than what Canon claims. As with anything though YMMV.

TacoVendor

Sigma 300-800mm f/5.6 EX APO IF HSM for Canon

03/01/2005 09:03:46 PM · #9

I have an S900 that I purchased when it was first released. It is similar enough to your i9900 in areas of the type of inks and paper used that I can comment a bit. The i9900 holds a couple more inks, and doubled resolution and ink nozzles for better quality.

When using the Canon photo papers I have found that the images printed start to fade pretty quickly (within a few months) if you do not follow Canon's recommendations for letting the pictures sit in open air for 24 hours.

I had printed out a few pictures and my wife grabbed one up and put it into a frame to take to work. It was no more than 4 months and she brought the picture home due to it being very washed out. no more than 3 feet above the picture is a flourescent light that is left on probably 16 hours a day. I printed her out another copy, let it sit for a full day and she has had it on her desk in the same spot for well over a year without any problems at all.

I have not tried running any of my photos under water so I really can't comment on that at all.

Just letting you know that it is important for the color to set in the paper for at least a day as recommended, it does make a difference.

Mary Ann Melton

Canon EOS-5D Mark III

03/01/2005 09:42:42 PM · #10

There is a UV spray that you can lightly spray over your prints that will help them hold up under light. I bought a can at the photography store.

But florescents and sunshine are not good for any kind of print. The new inks are much better than the older ones.

whatdewuc

03/01/2005 10:18:21 PM · #11

I'm considering purchasing the i9900 so this thread has been very helpful. I'm curious, does anyone have an estimate of average 8x10 cost per print? I imagine this will vary a bit depending on # colors, quality, and other variables, but a ballpark would help in my budget.

Canon EF 55-200mm f/4.5-5.6 II USM

03/01/2005 10:27:03 PM · #12

I have done my research on cost per print. for an 8x10 on the canon paper is about a buck, but with a good quality aftermarket paper, it will bring it down about 25%. I pay 4 bucks through the lab, so a dollar a print is pretty good. I am getting the printer on friday, and ordered a bunch of paper from red river, and I will let you know what I have found as far as quality goes. I am VERY imparticular too. I will keep y'all posted.

whatdewuc

03/02/2005 09:02:36 AM · #13

Thanks Parrothead. A buck a print is great. I have used walmart for $3
but the results seem dependent on particular day of the week. For consistent quality I use a local lab that costs $8.00 each. I would like to print my own to maintain quality control and be more spontaneous.Looking forwardto your follow-ups.

orussell

Canon EOS Rebel T6s

03/02/2005 09:09:44 AM · #14

Originally posted by Mary Ann Melton:

Have you ever had i9900 prints foam core mounted or plaque mounted?

LindaLee

Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM

03/02/2005 09:17:17 AM · #15

I haven't done a cost per print analysis, but I love the i9900.
Here is my opinion on paper types that I've tried so far:

Kodak (any type): awful
HP Photo paper: OK
HP Brochure paper: OK
Epson Photo paper: OK
Ilford Galerie Smooth Pearl: excellent
Iflord Galerie Pearl Classic: excellent
Museo (by Crane): incredible!
Canon Photo Peper Plus: excellent
Hammermill Ultra Premium Photo Glossy: excellent

orussell

Canon EOS Rebel T6s

Canon EF 55-200mm f/4.5-5.6 II USM

03/03/2005 12:06:52 PM · #16

Anyone have any idea if it's possible to print on canvas or other fabrics with this printer?

Mary Ann Melton

Canon EOS-5D Mark III

Sigma 300-800mm f/5.6 EX APO IF HSM for Canon

03/03/2005 12:43:30 PM · #17

For orussell

I haven't had my i9900 long enough to have anything mounted or to try the canvas or fabric papers.

Sorry.

orussell

Canon EOS Rebel T6s

Canon EF 55-200mm f/4.5-5.6 II USM

03/03/2005 12:48:00 PM · #18

Originally posted by Mary Ann Melton:

For orussell

I haven't had my i9900 long enough to have anything mounted or to try the canvas or fabric papers.

Sorry.

Thanks :)

pitsaman

Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II

03/03/2005 01:26:36 PM · #19

Originally posted by parrothead:

I9900 driver does not support 8x10 size paper.
When print with Canon Pro paper select Custom-Fine for best results.

Nikon AF-S Nikkor 500mm f/4.0D IF-ED

03/03/2005 11:14:11 PM · #20

I got a nice big delivery today! And I'll tell ya what....I am gonna go broke just playing with this machine! It is awesome!!! I ran a custom color lab for 7 years, and own a small portrait studio. I am VERY critical about the quality of my prints. I was awestruck! I have already printed 3 13x19's, and they look perfect. Right out of the box! I even bought a couple different paper types to experiment on, and th ecanon looks good, but the RED RIVER paper I like even better! I just finished printing one of Gracie from the pink challenge, and I NEED to go and get it matted and framed. I guess I sould be a salesman for this printer, and red river paper. The people there were wonderful, the paper is half the price, the ink is cheaper, and I got my printer in 2 days! If any of you are interested in getting a new printer, this MAY be the best 400 bucks I have ever spent! I am gonna have some more fun, and probably go through my ink and paper tonight.

qmdi

Nikon Z9

03/04/2005 01:49:33 AM · #21

Originally posted by parrothead:

Which Red River paper are you using?

fotodude

Nikon D70

Nikon AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.4D

03/04/2005 02:01:39 AM · #22

Originally posted by parrothead:

great then i will get it.........

the only thing trubbling me is the thing about letting it dry it makes sence but it just unnerves me as i may have a local gallery to hang some stuff in i'm looking for a good quolity (it has that) and a long lasting print (i don't want ppl. comming back and saying it faded or bleed) sounds like it doesn't bleed but the fade thing bugged me.....anyway thanx for this thread it has been a big help and i'm sure whenever i get it i will not regrette it.....

_bran(got to check the account....then too buy,buy,buy)do_

qmdi

Nikon Z9

Nikon AF-S Nikkor 500mm f/4.0D IF-ED

03/04/2005 02:14:41 AM · #23

Has anyone tried the Red River Polar Satin with the i9900?

TacoVendor

03/04/2005 11:02:50 AM · #24

Thank you for the follow up parrothead. I will have to pick up some of the Red River paper and give it a go.

The quality from my S900 was far more than I expected from a desktop type printer when I got it, I can't image what the i9900 can do since it has double the resolution of mine.

My wife does not deal with the computer stuff as I do, and she basically just goes along with things that I purchase. At the time my S900 was $300 and I think she saw that as just a little too much for a printer. After I printed off the first few images she told me "That is the best purchase you have made for this thing so far." I don't know if I am ready to try and push through an i9900 yet but it is definitely something to add to my list.