I've come to the next step with Vue. from my tax refund I want to buy a large format printer to print out my Vue creations. I've got a good A4 printer that prints lovely Vue images on fine art paper, but I want to go larger, at least up to A2 or 17" for those of you not familiar with the A formats. I'm looking at the newest ones, but also older version are fine, I may end up getting a second hand one. There are some 'official' reviews of various large format printers, but it would be good to hear from users as well. So far I've looked at the HP Z2100, Canon IPF5000/51000 and Epson 3800/3880 & 4880/4900, they seem large enough for now, but perhaps none of them is a good choice or there are others to consider?

Does anyone own these one of these printers and how happy are you with it? What are the pitfalls, problems, joys and so on? What should I be aware of when looking into one?

So if you own or use one, don't hold back, tell me all about it!

Don't have a 4880 or 90 but I've been using my 4800 for years and haven't had a problem with it. Honestly, for art I wouldn't use anything but an Epson. The pigment inks will last and are top notch in color. Always have to be carefull when loading canvas, though. It's easy to jam and canvas costs a lot. Other than that and the fact that it's an ink hog, I can't think of anythong bad to say about it.

I go to inkjetart.com for my inks, papers and canvas. Don't be tempted by anything glossy, always get matte...even in canvas!

Thanks for the reply! I'm in Europe so ordering from inkjetart.com is very expensive in taxes and shipping, but I've found some good suppliers in my own country. Do you only use Epson paper or other papers as well?

I have an older Epson large format printer and was always very happy with it.

Thanks for the reply. From all that I gathered by now, Epson seems the best way to go. I looked around and found someone offering a second hand Epson 3800. I wanted to get a new 3880, but he made me a good offer and after some negotiation I was able to get some more off the price he asked. Picked it up and it's marvelous. It's not fast, but it does deliver a very nice quality, I'm happy with it. A whole new world has opened up for me, I can now finally print my own Vue creations.