Dye Sub Review Roundup: Olympus P-10

The two reviews we found of the Olympus P-10 Digital Photo Printer differed widely in several aspects. Both recognized the high speed and convenient design of the printer, making it handy for home photographers who want to bring it to family gatherings. However, the CNET review felt that the print quality was only mediocre, while Steve's Digicams thought the quality was excellent.

Price: $179
Type: Dye sublimation photo printer
Max. Print Speed: Approximately 44 seconds per 4x6 print
Max. Print Size: 4 x 6 inches
Special Feature(s): Small and portable

CNET Review

Rating: 6.0 out of 10

Liked: Speedy; adorable yet functional design; prints directly from a digital camera; easy to use.

Disliked: So-so print quality; limited features for the price; no removable media slots or LCD; lousy tech support.

In Short: The Olympus P-10 is fast on the draw, but its lackluster prints and limited features don't justify the price.

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Steve's Digicams Review

Rating: N/A

Liked: The fastest dye-sublimation printer of its kind on the market today. It's easy to move or take with you. The P-10's print quality is excellent, it's as close to lab quality as it gets from a home or small business printer.

Disliked: If you buy the 100-count Print Packs then it costs approx. $.55 per 3.5x5 print and $.65 per 4x6 print. The 40-count cost is considerably higher at $.75 per 3.5x5 print and $.86 per 4x6 print.

In Short: The P-10's print quality is excellent, it's as close to lab quality as it gets from a home or small business printer. Compared to prints from a HiTi dye sub, the P-10 prints are a little more contrasty but I'm sure they will satisfy today's digital camera users.

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