Epson Stylus Photo RX680 Ink Cartridges

Epson RX680 Printer Review

The Epson Stylus Photo RX680 is first and foremost a photo printer that will also benefit buyers who also have occasional copying and scanning jobs. Among its class of multipurpose inkjet units the RX680 can print at some of the quickest speeds of up to 40 pages per minute for monochrome and color documents. For a reasonable price tag, the RX680 offers features and controls typically seen in more expensive models and impressive speeds that make it a good solution for home printing.

The device is simple to set up, providing starter Epson RX680 ink cartridges that can snap easily into place and a CD that includes the print drivers. The driver has several modes, including a Draft setting to help users conserve Epson RX680 ink. Also included on the disc is ArcSoft PhotoImpression for basic photo-editing features like red-eye removal and scanning software.

This unit's photo-centric design is rounded out by the inclusion of a 2.5-inch LCD for previewing images and versatile slots that support flash media cards like MultiMediaCard and Memory Stick for direct photo printing. The device also includes a PictBridge-compatible USB port that will allow users to connect a digital camera as well as save photos or documents to a flash drive.

One of the unit's more impressive elements is the inclusion dual input trays that allow users to dedicate one to plain paper and one to photo paper. The device can support up to 270 pages of paper at once, and also has the ability to handle unique media like CDs and DVDs. Combining compatible media like glossy photo paper and Caria high definition Stylus Photo RX680 printer ink, the unit can print an impressive output of 5760x1440 dpi that expert tests reveal to be above par.

The device uses a 6-color print system that includes individual black, yellow, cyan, magenta, light cyan and light magenta Stylus Photo RX680 printer ink. Each color supply can yield up to 515 pages and the black Epson RX680 ink cartridge has a capacity of 300 pages, making this device best suited for light-duty use.

According to expert reviews, the RX680 stands out in regard to its excellent output, generous media handling and ample options for connectivity. This makes the unit a solid choice for buyers that want a professional-quality photo inkjet printer and all-in-one capabilities in their home.