Sub Review Roundup: Dell Photo Printer 540

The Dell Photo Printer 540 offers, according to reviews, good quality 4 x 6-inch photos along with a built-in LCD display that lets you edit your photos without having to touch your computer keyboard. The main complaint: You can't use it with a Mac.

Price: $169
Type: Dye sublimation photo printer
Max. Print Speed: Under 60 seconds per print
Max. Print Size: 4 x 6 inches
Special Feature(s): Includes 2.5-inch LCD for viewing and editing, memory card slots

CNet Review

Rating: 7.3 out of 10

Liked: Economical; solid print quality; easy to operate; large color LCD.

Disliked: Big footprint; AC-only operation; limited editing options; not Macintosh compatible.

In Short: Economical operation and high-quality prints are this printer's forte, but look elsewhere if you own a Mac.

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PC World Review

Rating: 4 out of 5

Liked: Prints from my shipping model looked terrific, offering accurate and pleasing colors. Print prices are notably less expensive than the per-photo cost of Polaroid's PP46d (69 cents) and Sony's DPP-EXY7 (68 cents).

Disliked: [The LCD] moved very slowly between images.

In Short: For the casual photographer who is ready to start printing high-quality photos at home, the Dell 540 is an excellent option, and the unit's LCD make it perfect for toting along to family gatherings where instant prints are always a hit.

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