Epson Stylus Photo 1400 printer - DPChallenge Forums

05/18/2010 11:11:27 AM · #1

Who has had experience with the Epson Stylus Photo 1400 printer and what is your option of it?????

05/18/2010 02:42:33 PM · #2

Interesting to see this, I'm thinking about going and buying it this afternoon. I've read tons of reviews online and they are largely quite positive.

davidw

Canon EOS R6

Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS

05/18/2010 02:47:30 PM · #3

I have one of these. For the price I really like it. I get prints out of it that I can frame and hang. I've found that I get much better results if I use Epson paper with it.

scooter97

Canon EOS-6D

05/18/2010 03:31:23 PM · #4

Originally posted by davidw:

I have one of these. For the price I really like it. I get prints out of it that I can frame and hang. I've found that I get much better results if I use Epson paper with it.

I'll second that. I use it mainly for competitions at our local camera club. The results have been excellent. It has a thirst for ink. 6 cartridges at roughly $20 a pop. I haven't found any aftermarket ink for it yet.

Scott

Germaine

Canon EOS-7D Mark II

Canon EF 24-70mm f / 4L IS USM Lens

05/18/2010 03:44:14 PM · #5

I use mine mostly for printing my own greeting cards/stationery. I use some cheapo blanks that I get out at Michael's, and they work really well.

I've printed some prints for exhibitions on real inkjet paper (can't remember the brand) and the results were, IMNSHO, excellent.

Overall, I'm very pleased with the 1400, but the price of the ink was an unpleasant surprise. (Yeah, I should have done my research better, but I was in a hurry.... )

kawesttex

Apple iPhone 11 Pro

Canon EF 17-40mm f/4L USM

05/18/2010 06:11:54 PM · #6

I have Epson R260, R2200, 1400, and an Artison 810. All are excellent photo printers and do consume some ink. For photo paper I generally use Staples Photo Supreme Satin Finish and get great results. The Staples paper is less expensive and I prefer the satin finish over glossy. For prints larger than 8x10 I use Epson paper.

If you can get used to the expenditure for ink the print results are awesome. I don't think this varies too much between manufacturers though.

Message edited by author 2010-05-18 18:12:45.

Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS

05/18/2010 10:41:06 PM · #7

Have any of you used Epson UltraSmooth fine art papers (or ANY fine art papers) with this printer?

scooter97

Canon EOS-6D

05/18/2010 11:09:16 PM · #8

Originally posted by LindaLee:

Have any of you used Epson UltraSmooth fine art papers (or ANY fine art papers) with this printer?

A friend of mine uses Hanemuhle (SP) fine art paper and gets great results. She did have some problems with the paper feeding after a bit. I think there was something that started to coat the feed rollers. Had it cleaned and it works well again.

05/19/2010 06:13:15 PM · #9

Thanks Scooter, good to know they handle that paper well.

I guess I'm thinking I need a printer capable of 17", which will give me control over my fine art prints up to 16x20. On with the search...

Panasonic Lumix G 14mm F2.5 ASPH

05/27/2010 06:08:31 PM · #10

Just a little FYI for anyone thinking about this printer:

Well, the price was right, so I bought the Epson 1400. However, I am taking it back tomorrow and probably going for a higher-end Canon printer again. My Canon i9900 was just so amazing, and this printer can't match it. I also print extensively on alternative papers like vellum, fine art papers, transparencies and handmade papers, and this is definitely not the printer for that kind of work.

Anyone thinking about this printer be warned:
It doesn't print on vellum
It doesn't print on transparencies
Epson support actually told me that they don't support ANY alternative papers like card stock scrapbooking papers or handmade papers. The only support standard printer paper and printer stationery. (Which is beyond absurd when you're talking about a wide-format!)

Also, Epson support has been less than helpful. I emailed them over a week ago and have still not had any response - that's why I finally called today.

Olyuzi

Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7

05/28/2010 12:50:52 AM · #11

I wound up with a Canon printer as well and am very happy with it. I looked into the Epsons, especially the 1400 and decided against it because of excessive ink usage and that they all have problems with the printer heads (ink nozzles) clogging. It takes a lot more ink to get them unclogged and after a while the cleanings don't work and you have to send it to the manufacturer for a fix or chuck it. They should make replaceable print heads like the Canons and HPs. Printing is expensive enough as it is.

cpanaioti

Canon EF 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 DO IS USM

05/28/2010 01:50:19 AM · #12

Speaking of print head clogging, the only printers I have with print head issues are canon printer, i950 and Pixma 6700D. The i950 has an clogged nozzle that won't clear. The other one keeps thinking that more than one cartridge of one of the colours is installed when it isn't.

The Epson printer I have I can leave for weeks on end and then print without any clogging issues (R1800). Previous generations of Epson printers may have had clogging issues however the newer ones I have not experienced that issue.

allisonh

Panasonic LUMIX DMC-LX100

12/18/2010 07:57:17 PM · #13

@cpanaioti: I have an older Epson with clogged print heads that I can't fix and I've been reading many printer reviews where people complain of Epson printer heads clogging. What do you think you're doing that is different? I was really interested in trying out an Epson (because of the pigment inks) and was happy to be given a 'discard'. But now I know why it was given away! LOL If there was some way to avoid the problem I'd love to know it!!

zeuszen

Canon EOS-1Ds Mark II

12/18/2010 09:08:29 PM · #14

Originally posted by allisonh:

As Colette (

cpanaioti) sd., newer Epsons do not appear to suffer from unduly clogged print heads anymore. According to Epson, it also ok to shut the printer off when not in use for a period of time without any ill effects. The one thing to consider though is the shelf-life of inks (about six months). If your ink is older, I'd replace it. Some of the heavier fine rag papers have a tendency to dust up the roller, which can effect clogged heads. You can either clean the roller periodically or after such use or avoid this kind of paper altogether. Some use rubbing alcohol for cleaning, I prefer a simple brush (as not to dry out the compound).

Message edited by author 2010-12-18 21:08:43.

zeuszen

Canon EOS-1Ds Mark II