Printers & Accessories
Printing your work can be a very satisfying experience. The level of control you have when you do it yourself is unmatched and can be extremely rewarding. There’s also the feeling you get when you’re holding one of your photographs in your hand, which just can’t be beat. Sticking with classic glossy, luster, or matte paper is certainly a very good way to work with most of your images, but there are some more unique and alternative options available that can
You have finally joined the ranks of people who own their own photo printer. Congrats! I’m sure some of you enthusiastically researched and made a well-thought-out purchase or were recommended a solid model by a B&H expert. I’m also certain some of you received your printer as a gift or, perhaps, it was an amazing deal you just couldn’t pass up when you picked up your latest camera kit. In any case, if you are new to printers and printing, these tips will
Archival is a term that has been overused. Unfortunately, the term has found its way into all sorts of marketing jargon when it comes to printers and printing. Today, we are hoping to give everyone a solid understanding of what a true archival print is and what it takes to make one yourself.
The Core Meaning
At its simplest, being “archival” means that the product is designed to last for a long time—with proper care and storage. One thing to understand is that everything regarding printing needs to be stored or displayed in a way that will
Screen technology has dramatically changed the everyday consumption and expectations of imagery. Laptops, cell phones, and TVs are all so much better than they were just a few years ago. Instagram, especially, has even given your average user the ability to get a nice-looking image very quickly simply by applying a filter. The technology has also made the idea of making a physical print that matches or exceeds those color profiles much, much more difficult. Taking care and following a few guidelines can help you print your own photos and
It is nice to see that instant photography is far from dead. Now, it has even gone digital! Canon is adding two cameras to its portable printer lineup: the IVY CLIQ and IVY CLIQ+. These instant camera printers, as Canon calls them, can snap digital pictures and then produce fun 2 x 3" prints on the spot. Being super portable,
Over the past few years, professional-caliber photo printers have come a long way, and today’s top models can turn out large prints of impressive quality rivaling those made by the high-end printing services catering to commercial and art photographers and demanding enthusiasts. The latest pro-grade inkjet printers all offer pigment-based, multi-cartridge ink systems with multiple monochrome inks for superior reproduction of blacks, have extremely fine ink delivery nozzles, and can turn out ultra-hi-res color prints in sizes of 13 x 19 inches
Introducing a trio of workhorse printers, Canon’s TM-series of large-format inkjet printers are ideally suited for commercial and technical applications. Offering three distinct models, these printers are purpose-built not only for outputting technical documents, CAD drawings, architectural renderings, and GIS maps, but also for posters, signs, and display materials. Using a newly developed five-color LUCIA TD pigment ink system, PF-06 print head, and L-COA PRO image processor, operation is up to 60% quieter than previous-generation
Kodak teamed up with Smart International to create the Kodak Portrait 3D Printer. Designed to work in a variety of environments, ranging from the classroom to the office, Kodak outfitted the Portrait with a fully enclosed print chamber and an HEPA and activated carbon filter to reduce unpleasant odors and keep hands away from hot, moving parts. The printer chamber has a 7.9 x 7.9 x 9.3" build area. Inside the print chamber is a heated
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On this week's episode of the B&H Photography Podcast, we welcome two artists whose work blurs the line between street photography, documentary, installation and digital art, while cultivating a contemporary interpretation of the art and craft of collage. Both artists utilize photography-based processes and take urban architecture and street scenes as their subject, but from there, the work goes in very different
One of the best pieces of advice I like giving photographers is that they should print their photos. For many, this will mean going to a lab or print shop, in which case you should learn about profiling and calibration. The rest of you are likely more interested in getting your hands dirty and printing on your own at home. This guarantees you have full control over the entire production process, from capture to output. To do this, you will need a
The world has gone digital, so make sure all your memories are, as well, with the latest film scanners from Pacific Image. Three new models have been announced, all of which will handle 35mm film, though each in different ways and with different features.
PowerFilm Scanner
First up is the fast, batch-optimized PowerFilm. Limited to 35mm strips, this scanner offers auto batch scanning of up to 10 strips of 6 frames at a single time. Color
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This is one of our most informative and, dare I say, best episodes yet. We talk about emulsion-based and inkjet photographic paper, with an emphasis on inkjet papers. We are fortunate to be joined by two talented and articulate guests, photographer Robert Rodriguez Jr. and August Pross, Print Manager and co-owner of LTI-Lightside photographic lab, in New York City. In addition to his outstanding landscape photography, Rodriguez is an author with three
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As we asked in an earlier episode, “When was the last time you touched a photograph?” It’s an interesting question and some of us are still enjoying the tactile nature of a print, or our time in the darkroom, but most photographers now only experience their photos through a monitor. On today’s episode, we try to change all that with a visit from printer and printing experts Jay Tanen and Sam Celebi. We offer an overview of the options available when it comes to printing your photographs digitally. Yes, you can still go to some drugstores and
Some years ago, I stumbled upon a book called The Photographic Instruction Book, by Townsend T Stith © 1903. The book was filled with all sorts of advice on how to take successful photographs using the tools and technologies of the day. Surprisingly, many of the Mr. Stith’s suggestions, including advising against taking pictures from moving bicycles, hold true today.
I especially enjoyed reading the instructions for what we nowadays call “alternative processes,” including cyanotypes and gum bichromate prints, aka gum prints.
By revamping nearly every option in its everyday printing and scanning lineup, Canon has made sure that not only will everyone be able to find the perfect model, but that each will deliver excellent quality. In this massive release, Canon offers a wide variety of options, including a crafting-based printer, a larger 11 x 17" printer, standard office all-in-ones, and a range of wireless inkjets. Also, two slim scanners are being released, along with a wireless presenter remote. Follow below for a full rundown of all the latest releases.
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