Help: Ilford Super Premiun Photo Pearl Paper

[rOnGrEn]

Hi!

Need some help here. I don't always print out photos, but recently need to print out some A4 size prints. I am currently using a cheapo Canon Pixma IP1000, so not expecting lab quality prints. Tried printing out on a sample Epson Premiun Glossy Paper, and though the printouts are not excellent, they are quite acceptable in my standards.

However, I just bought a pack of Ilford Super Premium Photo Pearl Paper, and when I printed them using the Pixma IP1000, the colours turned out very dull and dark, with much details lost in the shadows. So was quite disappointed with the results. Is this to be expected of the Ilford Super Premium Photo Pearl Paper? Or is it due to the printers paper setup? Under paper type, I choose "Photo Paper Pro". How do I achieve a more vibrant print with the Ilford Pearl Paper? Will using glossy paper give better results?

Thanx in advance!!
=) RR

[rOnGrEn]

The media type available with the driver for the printer includes the following:
Plain Paper, Photo Paper Pro, Photo Paper Plus Glossy, Matt Photo Paper, Glossy Photo Paper, High Resolution Paper, T shirt Transfer, Transparency, Envelope, Other Photo Paper.

Which is the best choice for this case, using the Ilford Super Premium Photo Pearl Paper?

Thanx yet again!

[tim]

Try media type: Photo Paper Plus Glossy, Print quality: High, Color: Auto

[sulhan]

Hi Bro,

I use a lot of the ilford paper - including satin and based on the HP setting it recommends the photo gloss film setting. You can either go to the Ilford site to check.
http://www.ilford.com/profiles/index...4&profmedia=65

Best closest to the IP1000

[rOnGrEn]

Originally Posted by tim Try media type: Photo Paper Plus Glossy, Print quality: High, Color: Auto

Hi tim,

Thanx for the reply! Tried the settings and the print is slightly better.

[rOnGrEn]

Originally Posted by sulhan Hi Bro, I use a lot of the ilford paper - including satin and based on the HP setting it recommends the photo gloss film setting. You can either go to the Ilford site to check. http://www.ilford.com/profiles/index...4&profmedia=65 Best closest to the IP1000

Thanx bro, now I know where to check the settings in case I decide to buy more of Ilford papers.

I quite like the finish of the Pearl paper, sort of like Matt but with a slight glow. I just have to find a way to print it better. Just wondering, how is the Satin's paper output like?

[rafiano]

Originally Posted by sulhan Hi Bro, I use a lot of the ilford paper - including satin and based on the HP setting it recommends the photo gloss film setting. You can either go to the Ilford site to check. http://www.ilford.com/profiles/index...4&profmedia=65 Best closest to the IP1000

bro..where can I get the ilford paper and how much does it cost?

[rOnGrEn]

Originally Posted by rafiano bro..where can I get the ilford paper and how much does it cost?

bro.. I got mine at challenger. If I am not wrong..
$9.90 for 20 pcs of A4 Pearl
$9.50 for 20 pcs of A4 Glossy
$8.90 for 20 pcs of A4 Satin

$1.00 discount per pack if you are challenger member.. Hope it helps~

[Reyon]

Agree

I like the pearl paper effect
very very neat and good output from my R800



Worth the $$$

[Whowillbe]

used the gallarie smooth pearl... the quality is fantastic. just cannot bear to spend twice the amount for epson premium semi gloss...

[kgston]

Originally Posted by Whowillbe used the gallarie smooth pearl... the quality is fantastic. just cannot bear to spend twice the amount for epson premium semi gloss...

I'll have to see it to believe it...:P