Epson Picks up Prestigious EISA Award for 'Best European Photo ...

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Source: Epson, 2008-Aug-29




Cementing Epson's position at the pinnacle of photo printing, theEpson Stylus Photo R2880 has been recognized as the best photoprinter in Europe by the European Imaging and Sound Association(EISA).
The EISA judging panel was particularly impressed with theexceptional print quality produced by the Epson Stylus Photo R2880,especially when combined with Epson photo papers. The panelcommented,
"A3+ prints from the Epson Stylus R2880 are extremely detailed, andeven the subtlest colour changes are rendered smoothly andgradually. Because three different black inks can be used - lightblack, light-light black and photo black - tonal gradation isperfect in black and white prints."

Barbara Kuhr, Head of Strategic Marketing at Epson Europe, added:"Epson prides itself on being at the forefront of photo printinginnovation. The Epson Stylus R2880 features UltraChrome K3 Ink withVivid Magenta, a revolutionary pigment ink technology that deliversthe highest quality available in professional inkjet printing. Weare delighted that the EISA has commended Epson for this innovativetechnology with this prestigious award and we will continue toinnovate and develop new products to push photo printing qualityeven further."


Epson Stylus Photo R2880 key features:

* Superb image quality thanks to Epson new LUT Technology and EpsonUltraChrome K3 Ink with Vivid Magenta
* New Epson Micro Piezo print head: A new ink repelling coating ofthe print head improves dot placement which in turn improves printquality
* The improved driver allows users to create an individual blackand white tone, similar to the choice users have with aconventional darkroom
* Long lasting prints on a variety of different media Flexiblemedia handling with fine art paper support, rigid thick mediahandling up to 1.3mm and CD/DVD printing and standard auto-sheetfeeder


About EISA

EISA is Europe's premier consumer technology awards association,and comprises nearly 50 leading photo, audio, home theatre,convergence and mobile electronics magazines from 18 Europeancountries.


About Epson Europe

Epson Europe B.V., based in Amsterdam, is Epson's regionalheadquarters for Europe, Middle-East, Russia and Africa. With aworkforce of 2,400 employees, Epson Europe's sales for fiscal year2007 were 1,854 million Euros.


About Epson

Epson is a global leader in imaging products including printers,3LCD projectors and small- and medium-sized LCDs. With aninnovative and creative culture, Epson is dedicated to exceedingthe vision and expectations of customers worldwide with productsknown for their superior quality, functionality, compactness andenergy efficiency.
Epson is a network of 88,925 employees in 109 companies around theworld, and is proud of its ongoing contributions to the globalenvironment and to the communities in which it is located. Led bythe Japan-based Seiko Epson Corp., the Group had consolidated salesof 1,347 billion yen in fiscal 2007.

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