Hi-Touch (Dye-sub) printers? - PhotoCamel

visagephoto · 09-16-2007

Ok, I've got the DSLR, laptop, Software, Firewire & power leads etc. I'm now looking for a (Decent) Dye-Sub printer for event photography, The Kodak 1400 looks rather bulky (not so portable) and the media seems quite pricey.

On the other hand the HI-Touch 730PS? seems reasonably priced, as is the media which is available in three sizes (6x4, 7x5, & 8x6).

Has anyone had any experience with the Hi-Touch printers? and are they suitable in term of print quality and build for on site printing at events.

Thanks

Alan

Latinbob · 12-08-2007

I'm wondering the same thing. My 19" Canon i9100 is giving me issues and since I've discovered MPIX I don't print large much at home. I haven't found many online reviews so I'm hoping someone here has experience with one.

Bob

Mr. Pickles · 12-08-2007

Once upon a time you could email Hi-Touch and they would send you samples from their printers. And they looked very nice. Seemed much better than ones from my Canon s900 for sure.

I have always wanted a 4x6-ish dye-sub after seeing and holding actual prints from one. It seemed like it was a great idea to use on for those "snapshot" types or "party" atmosphere deals. Seemed like a much easier alternative than the local drug or department store.

And hi-touch always seemed to get some great reviews and getting their supplies seemed easier at times than the other dye-subs out there. Might be changing now though. Not sure.

Latinbob · 12-09-2007

Any links to a good review, Mr. P? I haven't been able to find one.

Mr. Pickles · 12-09-2007

Here are a couple that I know of...
Digital Imaging Printer Review: HiTi 730PS Photo Printer

from a few years ago. Still had it bookmarked. Pack rat...
Steves Digicams - HiTi Photo Printer 730PS

Latinbob · 12-09-2007

I'm wondering if Hi-Touch is still around. Those reviews are several years old and those are still the newest dye-sub printers they have on their website. B&H list them, but not in stock.

Bob

Dave R. · 12-10-2007

If Amazon.com carries these printers there is a very good chance there are user reviews as well. No doubt biased, but reviews none the less.

badpickev · 12-10-2007

also check out b&h

itsdchz · 12-18-2007

I use 2-730 Printers on location all the time. I have ran at least 750 prints (5x7) through them and have never had a problem. I clean them about every 120 photos, and they travel well and work like a work horse. I highly recommend!

Latinbob · 12-18-2007

Quote:

Originally Posted by itsdchz

I use 2-730 Printers on location all the time. I have ran at least 750 prints (5x7) through them and have never had a problem. I clean them about every 120 photos, and they travel well and work like a work horse. I highly recommend!

Thanks for the information. That's what I was looking for!

Bob

badpickev · 12-19-2007

i have a 4x6 dye sub printer. i like it except for the fact that its ony 4x6

09-16-2007	#1 (permalink)
visagephoto Vicuna Posts: 75 CamelKarma: 47 Gallery \| Blog	Hi-Touch (Dye-sub) printers? Ok, I've got the DSLR, laptop, Software, Firewire & power leads etc. I'm now looking for a (Decent) Dye-Sub printer for event photography, The Kodak 1400 looks rather bulky (not so portable) and the media seems quite pricey. On the other hand the HI-Touch 730PS? seems reasonably priced, as is the media which is available in three sizes (6x4, 7x5, & 8x6). Has anyone had any experience with the Hi-Touch printers? and are they suitable in term of print quality and build for on site printing at events. Thanks Alan __________________ __________________ Members don't see this ad. Register your free account today and become a member on PhotoCamel - Your Friendly Photo Community, gaining access to posting privileges, contests, free plug-ins and other downloads, unlimited online storage for your photographs, reviews, free marketplace listings, and much more.

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Latinbob Llama Posts: 965 CamelKarma: 182 Editing OK?: Ask first Gallery \| Blog	Re: Hi-Touch (Dye-sub) printers? I'm wondering the same thing. My 19" Canon i9100 is giving me issues and since I've discovered MPIX I don't print large much at home. I haven't found many online reviews so I'm hoping someone here has experience with one. Bob

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Mr. Pickles Camel Breath Location: Old Folks Home Posts: 11,326 CamelKarma: 2463 Gallery \| Blog	Re: Hi-Touch (Dye-sub) printers? Once upon a time you could email Hi-Touch and they would send you samples from their printers. And they looked very nice. Seemed much better than ones from my Canon s900 for sure. I have always wanted a 4x6-ish dye-sub after seeing and holding actual prints from one. It seemed like it was a great idea to use on for those "snapshot" types or "party" atmosphere deals. Seemed like a much easier alternative than the local drug or department store. And hi-touch always seemed to get some great reviews and getting their supplies seemed easier at times than the other dye-subs out there. Might be changing now though. Not sure.
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Latinbob Llama Posts: 965 CamelKarma: 182 Editing OK?: Ask first Gallery \| Blog	Re: Hi-Touch (Dye-sub) printers? Any links to a good review, Mr. P? I haven't been able to find one.

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Mr. Pickles Camel Breath Location: Old Folks Home Posts: 11,326 CamelKarma: 2463 Gallery \| Blog	Re: Hi-Touch (Dye-sub) printers? Here are a couple that I know of... Digital Imaging Printer Review: HiTi 730PS Photo Printer from a few years ago. Still had it bookmarked. Pack rat... Steves Digicams - HiTi Photo Printer 730PS
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12-09-2007	#6 (permalink)
Latinbob Llama Posts: 965 CamelKarma: 182 Editing OK?: Ask first Gallery \| Blog	Re: Hi-Touch (Dye-sub) printers? I'm wondering if Hi-Touch is still around. Those reviews are several years old and those are still the newest dye-sub printers they have on their website. B&H list them, but not in stock. Bob

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Dave R. Vicuna Location: Beautiful Pacific NorthWET Posts: 78 CamelKarma: 18 Gallery \| Blog	Re: Hi-Touch (Dye-sub) printers? If Amazon.com carries these printers there is a very good chance there are user reviews as well. No doubt biased, but reviews none the less.

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itsdchz Vicuna Posts: 88 CamelKarma: 22 Gallery \| Blog	Re: Hi-Touch (Dye-sub) printers? I use 2-730 Printers on location all the time. I have ran at least 750 prints (5x7) through them and have never had a problem. I clean them about every 120 photos, and they travel well and work like a work horse. I highly recommend!
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badpickev F1 Camel Location: Jax FL Posts: 2,914 CamelKarma: 487 Editing OK?: Yes Gallery \| Blog	Re: Hi-Touch (Dye-sub) printers? i have a 4x6 dye sub printer. i like it except for the fact that its ony 4x6 __________________ __________________ Members don't see this ad. Register your free account today and become a member on PhotoCamel - Your Friendly Photo Community, gaining access to posting privileges, contests, free plug-ins and other downloads, unlimited online storage for your photographs, reviews, free marketplace listings, and much more.
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