Herb Chong wrote:
> a 1280 or 1290 is even better. the difference between 4 color and 6 color > photo printing is substantial. > The Epson 1200 is a six color printer. However, it uses a different type of ink. Some pros I've talked to still use a 1200 for their portfolio prints, because they feel it delivers more brilliant colors. The downside of the 1200 is that the inks are not as permanent. In sunlight, a 1200 print will show some fading in three or four years. However, they age reasonably well in subdued lighting. For portflios they are very nice. By the way, I think the 1290 utilizes a seven color ink system that adds a gray middtone. If there is one drawback to the six color printers, it's in the transition to shadow. I'm prepared to move up to the 1290 some time soon. Paul Stenquist
