Epson announces SureColor P800 17-inch Professional Printer

LONG BEACH, Calif. – April 14, 2015 – Epson today announced the highly anticipated SureColor^® P800 printer, representing a new benchmark in photographic print quality. Designed for professional use, the SureColor P800 is a full 17-inch wide borderless printer with unique Epson^® MicroPiezo^® AMC^TM printhead technology. Leveraging an all-new Epson UltraChrome^® HD eight-color pigment ink set, the SureColor P800 is capable of producing the next generation of color and black-and-white prints that will inspire us all.

“We understand how important it is for our printers to produce exceptional output that not only accurately conveys a photographer’s vision, but also delivers on the promise of longevity,” said Larry Kaufman, product manager, Professional Imaging, Epson America. “The SureColor P800 redefines the 17-inch photographic printing market, providing robust photo, fine art and canvas media handling capabilities, all focused on delivering stunning exhibition-quality prints that stand the test of time.”

The SureColor P800 features advanced media handling, including a sheet feeder for photo or matte media, and a front-in and front-out paper path for printing on thicker fine art papers and poster board. An optional 17-inch wide roll paper adapter is ideal for canvas and longer print lengths of up to 10 feet for creating breathtaking panoramas. Along with individual 80 ml high-capacity ink cartridges, the SureColor P800 is designed for serious professional use at home or in the studio.

The versatile SureColor P800 offers a range of new features:

–       UltraChrome HD Ink: Industry-leading pigment ink technology delivers outstanding color with improved black density and print permanence

–       Professional Features: Advanced Black-and-White print mode for professional-level neutral or toned black-and-white prints

–       True Productivity with High-Capacity Ink Cartridges: Nine 80 ml ink cartridges with Auto-switching Photo and Matte Black Ink

–       Advanced Media Handling up to 17-Inches Wide: Easily print on fine art and roll papers and create panoramas over 10 feet long; front-in and front-out paper path for media and poster board up to 1.5 mm thick and optional rear-mounted 2 or 3-inch core roll feeders

–       Modern Case Design: Professional look and feel; compact printer design optimized for desktop placement

–       Complete Connectivity: USB 2.0, Ethernet, Wireless n¹, Wi-Fi Direct^®, Apple^® AirPrint^™, and Google Cloud Print^™ support

The SureColor P800 will be available for purchase in June 2015 through authorized resellers; pricing follows:

Epson SureColor P800	$1,295.00 MSRP
Optional Roll Paper Adapter	$199.95 MSRP
UltraChrome HD 80 ml Ink Cartridge	$59.95 MSRP