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Recommendations for a printer/scanner combo?

Posted: Thu Dec 03, 2020 4:05 pm
by hullyjr
Hi,

Our Canon printer is on its last legs, emitting strange groaning noises and a wonky paper tray. So time to look for a new one. Primary need is one with good quality scanning/printing of old photographs (generally on the large size) and my wife's watercolor paintings. I really don't want to invest in a dedicated scanner. Price limit is ~$200; if we can save on inks that would be great but our useage is probably not worth going with re-fillable or large cartridges. We use Apple computers.

Cheers,

Jim

Posted: Sat Dec 05, 2020 12:29 am
by Kim
Do you want A3 size printer/scanner then look at the Epson range, they do a series in printer/scanners. I am in Australia so no point me giving you links. Just do a search for Epson printer/scanners. I have been happy with mine.

Re: Recommendations for a printer/scanner combo?

Posted: Sat Dec 05, 2020 8:32 am
by Jeff Pearl

Posted: Sat Dec 05, 2020 3:48 pm
by hullyjr
I appreciate the replies. Are there any dedicated web sites to reviewing printers? I see too many fluff publications talking about "best of 2020" but seem little more than paid links to vendors.

Cheers,

Jim

Posted: Sat Dec 05, 2020 5:30 pm
by Kim
go to dpreview.com and they have a dedicated printer forum where you can get expert input actual user experiences.

Re: Recommendations for a printer/scanner combo?

Posted: Mon Dec 07, 2020 6:35 am
by Jeff Pearl
Another place to check reviews is the wire cutter. https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/reviews/best-all-in-one-printer/

Posted: Tue Dec 08, 2020 5:41 pm
by Jeff Colburn
Hi,

I don't know if it's big enough for your needs, but for simple scans I use an EpsonXP-4100. For detailed scanning I use an Epson V800 scanner, but they are pretty pricy.

Have Fun,
Jeff