Epson wants to make high-quality photo printing more accessible at home, with the release of the Expression Photo HD XP-15000 Inkjet Printer, a wide-format 13" model that features a six-color Claria Photo HD ink set. This advanced ink configuration uses Red and Gray colors, in addition to the standard CMYK, enabling the reproduction of a wider color gamut and smoother gradations in black-and-white images. It can produce borderless prints at sizes up to 13 x 19" at 5760 x 1440 dpi, which is larger and more detailed than most standard printers can provide. Another bonus of the XP-15000 is the relatively compact size that is 30% smaller than its predecessor.
For working with a wide range of media, the XP-15000 has two main avenues for loading paper. This includes a 50-sheet rear tray that can handle thicker, larger, and more specialized media up to 13 x 44" in size, while a 200-sheet front tray supports many standard document sizes, such as letter and legal, and enables automatic duplex printing. Printing can be quite fast, as well, with speeds up to 9.2 ppm in black, 9 ppm in color, and duplexing speeds of up to 4.7 ppm. Additionally, a 4 x 6" borderless photo can be completed in just 27 seconds when using the draft mode, and users can print directly on disc media.
Using the printer is simplified, especially with an auto open/close output tray that can eliminate another trek to the printer's location while you work. The current print status can be seen via a 2.4" color LCD, and there is a USB port for direct printing from a flash drive. Additionally, the XP-15000 features multiple connectivity options, including USB 2.0 and Ethernet for wired options and built-in Wi-Fi for a wireless setup. When networked, users can print directly from their mobile devices, including support for Apple AirPrint, Google Cloud Print, and more.
