Print Quality Question-Epson R2400

Hi All,

I use an Epson R2400 printer. In the Epson driver dialog box under "Print Quality" there is a selection for "Photo RPM".

A screen capture of the dialog is right Here

What does this mean? I can't find any reference to it in the 'Help' files. I usually use "Best Photo". If the "Photo RPM" will give me a better print, I'll use it if there are not any downsides.

Your help is always appreciated!

-PB

Best photo prints at 1440 x 1440 DPI.

RPM which is available on selected media only, offers a supposed resolution of 1440 x 5760 DPI.

In my testing RPM uses a lot more ink with very negligible benefits.

My $0.02 worth anyway.

Best regards,

Paul

Supposedly Photo RPM is the highest quality. Look here :

http://www.photo-i.co.uk/Reviews/interactive/Epson%20R1800/page_4.htm

Looks like this example is in agreement with Paul.

Good way to pump up ink cartridge sales though, eh?

Thanks gents!

I appreciate the info. I read over the info in the link you provided, Charley. There is a difference, but it is very minor considering a print from a full frame 4x5 on this printer would be about 12x15. I would suppose that a very large print at the RPM resolution could be viewed from a closer distance without falling apart, but that's not applicable to this printer, antway.

"Good way to pump up ink cartridge sales though, eh?"

Ya think? Sheesh! I guess so!

So, I'll stick with my current settings. The results are excellent.

Thanks again,

-PB

RPM on an Epson printer is the same as checking vivid color on the high end Canon machines...get out your wallet because it uses way more ink and to be honest, it's hard to see the difference.