The Bottom Line
This versatile and inexpensive photo printer produces beautiful 4x6" prints at 29 cents each that even outlast photo labs with a 200-year photo album lifespan. The large color photo viewer and memory card reader allows computer-free printing without guesswork. You can also print proof sheets, wallets, mini-wallets and add Disney borders. Here is a review of the Epson PictureMate Deluxe photo printer.
Pros
- Inexpensive printer that produces prints for 29 cents each
- High-quality, smudge-proof photos look like they came from a lab
- Portable and compact, you can go plug-free with optional battery
- Nice large color screen for viewing images before you print
- Lots of printing layout options for a 4x6" printer
Cons
- Largest prints are 4x6"
Description
- Supports CompactFlash, Secure Digital (SD), MMC, Memory Stick, SmartMedia and Microdrive xD-Picture Card memory cards.
- Bluetooth available wwith optional Epson Bluetooth Photo Print adapter.
- Storage dimensions of 10x6x6.4" and weight of 5.5 pounds.
Guide Review - Epson PictureMate Deluxe Viewer Edition Photo Printer
This photo printer is ideal for those seeking instant gratification. With a portable, compact size and an optional battery, you can take this printer anywhere. Bring it to a family reunion for sharing of family pictures on the spot, or take it on your next vacation to make prints as you go.
Direct viewing and printing
A real advantage is its large 2.4-inch photo viewing screen for previewing and basic photo editing. While some printers are technically able to print directly from camera or memory card like the Epson PictureMate Deluxe does, often times you are guessing whether a picture is print-worthy with no preview or a small, black-and-white screen. This printer also accepts images from CD or thumb drive.Quality prints
The printer produces a smudge-free, lab-quality print in 75 seconds. The six-color ink system and 5760x1440 dpi results in rich images on the prints.Lots of print options
While 4x6" photo printers are usually limiting, as you can't do any enlargements, the Epson PictureMat Deluxe has an impressive list of printing options, including proof sheets, wallets, mini wallets, 3x4" or a choice of 15 Disney borders great for kid pictures. You can also choose to print in sepia tones or black and white.
The price is right
The price is the real advantage. This photo printer retails for $129 and can be found for even less. The handy print-packs come with both paper and printer cartridges bringing prints to around 29 cents apiece.Long-lasting prints
The Epson PictureMate Deluxe prints have a photo album lifespan of 200 years, and Epson claims the prints last two to four times longer than typical photo-lab prints and even up to 25 times longer than prints from some other compact printers.Submit Your Own Review
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