Epson P5000 vs Epson P900 17" [A2] printer shootout - which is best for you?

Detailed comparison of the two Epson A2 desktop printers. If you want a bigger printer, which might be best for you?

The P5000 is much larger and heavier - how does it differ in paper handling, inks and print quality to the newer P900

How well does roll paper work with either one and how regularly do they need to be used.

00:00 Start
00:50 Size and overview
02:40 Costs
04:30 Space needed
05:42 Paper handling
07:22 Print borders - media sizes
09:07 Roll paper
10:32 Borderless overspray
12:12 The inks [black ink switching]
13:28 Ink cart sizes
14:10 Which colour inks
18:48 Usability features- Screens and menus
20:28 Read the P5000 manual
21:16 Software for the printers
22:20 Custom media
24:02 Printing on DVDs
24:38 Connectivity and configuration.
26:02 Print quality
26:53 Print detail
28:56 Highest usable settings
33:07 Positives and negatives for each printer
33:46 How often to use
34:29 An extended warranty?
36:50 Swapping inks
37:21 Paper choice and surface 'look'
38:00 P900 roll support
40:00 Range of paper sizes
40:50 Convenience

There are very detailed reviews of both printers, which also have links to all of Keith's related articles and videos about using the printers

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Keith's video about choosing a larger printer [13"/17"] is at
   • So, you want to get a bigger printer?...  
If you want a really big printer - here are some questions you should ask
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