- Epson paper vs HP paper as to fading and general longevity
- Posted by louise on February 11th, 2007
Just bought an HP 8250 and discover I seem to prefer Epson
paper but I'm concerned about making archival prints which I
hope will last a long long time.
Any thoughts about quality and longevity of
Epson Ultra Premium Glossy photo paper
or
HP Premium Plus HP Photo Paper high gloss
TIA
Louise
- Posted by frederick on February 11th, 2007
louise wrote:
I wouldn't expect Vivera inks and Epson (Ultra) Premium Gloss photo
paper to offer good longevity. Dye inks on "fast dry" type papers are
generally a poor combination - as the dye is susceptible to fading
(sometimes very rapidly) from ozone and other pollutants.
HP "Advanced" photo paper may be an exception to this - offering
fast-dry and reasonable archival properties - claimed by HP to be
similar to wet-process photo prints - but about half the expected life
of the same inks on the premium plus paper. Downside is that the
advanced paper feels cheap IMO.
- Posted by measekite on February 12th, 2007
frederick wrote:
It is getting better with the newer inks. I have not experience any
fading in 2 years. As for micropourous instant dry papers that may be
the case. That is why I chose Ilford Classic Pearl over Ilford Smooth
Pearl.
