Colour laser printer

[biglebowski]

I am wanting to buy a colour laser printer but I don't what will the best option. What does the resolution refer to i.e 600x600 what is the best. I've seen some expensive printers that are 600x2400 and cheaper ones that are 1200x1200 what is the best?

Thanks

Are you suggesting coconuts migrate?

 

[ski]

The resolution may or may not be important for a good printout.
The best way to judge is to view the printouts from different printers at local suppliers.

 

[tf1]

The Xerox 8400 which uses molten wax technology is a superb colour printer. But does it meet your needs? These are best used regularly and not switched off between uses except for extended periods - say over a weekend - as the wax deteriorates if it goes through too many cycles of melting/solidifying.

It also takes 20 minutes to melt the wax from a cold start too, so it isn't practical if you want to switch on, do a quick print or two and then switch it off for another day.

Regards: tf1

 

[Frank4d]

From my experience with printers in different price classes you will likely be happy with anything HP, Brother, or erox. And forget the "L" brand at any price.

 

[DaveFarquhar]

Generally speaking, higher resolution is better, but there are other factors that can come into play. Some printers do a better job of printing text than others, while others do a better job on color photographs. Be sure to get a look at some printouts that are representative of what you want to do. PC World does a roundup of printers every so often and usually provides print samples along with the original so you can get an idea of how well the printers reproduce.

Also don't only buy on price. Find out how much the consumables (toner, drum unit, fuser) will cost, and how many pages those consumables are rated to print. Sometimes a dirt-cheap printer will have very expensive consumables, making it more expensive in the long run than a comparable printer with a higher initial price. I paid a fortune for a Lexmark laser printer (B&W) in 1996, but the original toner cartridge is only just now saying toner low. Suffice it to say I've more than gotten my money's worth.

As far as brands, everyone's had a bad experience with at least one brand that's out there, and other people may have blind loyalty to that same brand. Find the printer that does the best job of what it is you're wanting to print at the price you can afford, and chances are pretty good you'll be happy with the purchase.

Dave Farquhar

http://dfarq.homeip.net