Epson XP-15000

The Epson XP-15000 is a high-quality printer that produces stunning photos with vibrant and accurate colors. It has a maximum print resolution of 5760 x 1440 optimized dpi, which is an advantage for getting more color shades and better blending from the different color inks.

The printer uses Claria Photo HD 6-color individual inks, which ensure that colors are richly rendered, and tonal nuances are elegantly preserved. The XP-15000 produces output quality that's comparable with much more expensive professional models and is suitable for photographers due to its wider color gamut and more durable Claria dye inks.

The XP-15000 also uses a six-cartridge ink system, resulting in greater depth and accuracy in color printing. While the XP-15000 may not necessarily produce sharper and more detailed prints compared to other printers, it delivers excellent results on matte papers. Overall, the Epson XP-15000 is an excellent choice for those who want to produce high-quality photos with vibrant and accurate colors.

The Epson XP-15000 printer has an average printing speed of 9 pages per minute (PPM) for both black and color documents. However, the actual printing speed may vary depending on the complexity of the print job and the type of paper being used. The print quality, color density, and paper type can also impact the printing speed.

When printing high-quality images or photos, the XP-15000 is relatively slow on plain paper but performs well on photo paper, with a borderless A4 photo taking about 3 minutes and 37 seconds and an A3 photo taking 5 minutes and 46 seconds. Overall, the XP-15000 delivers satisfactory results for its price range.

The Epson XP-15000 printer offers a wide range of connectivity options, making it a versatile choice for various use cases. It has Ethernet, Wi-Fi, and Wi-Fi Direct connectivity options, as well as USB Host and USB connectivity to a single PC. The printer also supports mobile printing through various apps such as Epson iPrint App, Apple AirPrint, Google Cloud Print, and Mopria.

This makes it easy to print from smartphones and tablets. The printer also supports third-party connectivity options such as Android printing and Fire OS printing. Overall, the Epson XP-15000 is a great choice for those who need a printer with multiple connectivity options for both desktop and mobile devices.

The Epson XP-15000 is a versatile printer that can handle a variety of paper types and sizes. It can handle cut sheet papers up to 329 x 483 mm (A3+) in size and has two input trays. The front-loading paper tray can hold up to 200 sheets of plain A4 paper, 50 sheets of photo paper of all sizes, or 10 envelopes, while the rear paper tray can hold up to 50 sheets of plain paper.

The printer also has automatic duplex printing capabilities for A4 size paper, which is a convenient feature for those who need to print double-sided documents. Additionally, the Epson XP-15000 can handle different types of paper, including cardstock and glossy paper, and delivers excellent results on both glossy and matte papers, with rich colors and preserved tonal nuances.

Overall, the Epson XP-15000 is a great choice for those who need a printer that can handle a variety of paper types and sizes, and who value high-quality printing results.

The Epson XP-15000 printer uses Claria Photo HD ink, which is an individual 6-color ink system that includes red and gray inks for an ultra-wide color gamut and enhanced black and white prints. The ink efficiency of the XP-15000 is better than its predecessor, the Artisan 1430, due to the use of red and grey inks instead of light cyan and light magenta, along with a different color look-up table and an improved driver.

The cost per page for color printing is around 4 cents, but if grey ink is included for photos, the cost per page can be almost 13p for text and graphics. The estimated lifespan of the ink cartridges can vary depending on usage and printing frequency, but the Claria Photo HD ink cartridges that come with the printer can print up to approximately 300 pages for each color cartridge and 500 pages for the black cartridge.

Overall, the Epson XP-15000 is a good choice for those who require high-quality photo printing with efficient ink usage.

The Epson XP-15000 offers high-resolution scanning capabilities of up to 1200 x 2400 dpi, making it a great choice for those who want to digitize their old photos or documents. It also has a flatbed scanner that allows you to scan documents and photos up to A4 size.

However, it does not have a built-in scanner for copying or faxing capabilities. This printer is primarily designed for high-quality photo printing, making it an ideal choice for photographers or anyone who wants to print professional-quality photos at home. If you need a printer with copying or faxing capabilities, you may want to consider an alternative model.

Overall, the Epson XP-15000 is a great choice for those who prioritize high-quality photo printing and scanning capabilities.