Since its launch in 2005, the Epson 9800 has heralded the new generation of inkjet printers. It can print a range of sizes, namely up to B0+, 44 inches wide, and can print onto several different media, including high quality canvas for the wall art market.

Its trademarked Micro Piezo print head technology means that the amount of ink being delivered is precisely controlled depending on the depth of colour intensity required. Also incorporated in the printer is Epson’s variable-sized droplet technology, which automatically adjusts the size of the ink droplet required to produce highly accurate results. Used alongside Epson’s K3 UltraChrome ink it is claimed to offer the ultimate in both colour and black and white printing. The addition of an extra tone of black ink means that monochrome images, and in particular monochrome skin tones, are produced with a depth and realism not previously seen.

Although priced outside the domestic market, it is competitive with other business printers, making it easier to obtain professionally produced images for any setting. Once printed, Epson are confident the images will remain in excellent definition for many years, stating them lightfast against fading for up to 75 years in colour and over 200 years in black and white.