HP Z3200 Ink
Designjet Z3200 Ink Cartridges

HP Z3200 Printer Review

The HP DesignJet Z3200 is a large-format printer, which means that it is designed to handle larger types of media of up to a maximum width of 44 inches for projects such as gallery-size photos. While output speeds vary based on the complexity of projects, the device tested to print a single A1 job in as quickly as 2 minutes and an average of 183 square feet per hour. Incorporating a wide color gamut of HP Z3200 printer ink and offering a professional-quality output, this inkjet printer is capable of supporting small offices or print shops with fine art printing needs.

The built-in USB port will allow users to connect and print straight from their computers, while the ethernet interface enables printing and sharing jobs over a network. The unit provides Color Center software and custom ICC profiles, which will allow users to achieve precise color accuracy and consistency with the included spectrophotometer. The embedded web server will allow users to preview and edit a photo prior to printing, even over the network.

The Z3200 includes a rear roll paper holder that can support 2-inch and 3-inch core size rolls. The device can also handle individual sheets of paper if users fold down the rear guide. The front of the unit includes a useful output tray that folds out to catch projects as they print. The front of the machine also includes a small control panel with a monochrome LCD and a handful of buttons for quick access to standard print functions.

This unit uses a 12-color DesignJet Z3200 ink system that includes blue, green, magenta, yellow, red, photo black, gray, matte black, light cyan, light gray and light magenta HP Z3200 printer ink cartridges. Expert tests reveal that this sophisticated HP Z3200 ink cartridge system can print documents with precise color detail and a resolution of 2400x1200 dpi.

Small offices willing to spend a lot on a professional large-format photo printer will benefit from the Z3200. With its exceptional DesignJet Z3200 ink system, flexible media handling and included color management software, this inkjet printer bundles the right kind of features to allow photographers and designers to print excellent photos at a variety of sizes.