A question about Selphy

[epileatheral]

I'm thinking of getting a Selphy for my mom this Mother's day. The problem is..
If I don't print any photo for an extended period, will the ink dry up?

[3in1c]

Selpy uses "film ink" technically you dont refill but replace. It comes in pack with designated paper and film ink.

[zola70]

I own a selphy C720, it does not use liquid ink so it doesn't dry up even if you don't use it for a long long time. So far I've printed thousands of daily & tour photos and it's still working fine.

[epileatheral]

Oh.. great to know that. How much does it cost to print a photo? Ever calculated that?

[coffee3in1]

Don't quote me. But I remember the sales guy telling me that it's approx 30-cents.

[epileatheral]

No prob.. just needed a rough estimation. Seems like not bad at all...

Thanks all!

[Canew]

Selphy uses Dye-sublimation thermal print method. Read more about it here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dye-sublimation_printer

[zola70]

Originally Posted by epileatheral Oh.. great to know that. How much does it cost to print a photo? Ever calculated that?

It's about 0.28¢ per copy and Canon proof that it can last for 100yrs.

[+evenstar]

i don't like the blacks though..no detail at all..so i don't use my selphy to print photos that have too much black

[coffee3in1]

Originally Posted by +evenstar i don't like the blacks though..no detail at all..so i don't use my selphy to print photos that have too much black

Yeah. I think Harvey Norman 19-cent 4R prints have generally better color and sharpness. I also like to blow up to Super 8R

Selphy is good for instant print - hot favorite at family gatherings and parties. The 4-UP and 8-UP printing is also cool.