I've been happy with our HP Envy 5052. The scanner's depth of field isn't overly deep, so it's not the greatest for scanning ribbons (I'll be using my camera in the future for that), but it's enough for flat things like documents and photos. The print quality has been fine, and I like that it's wireless because our previous printer wasn't and the cord couldn't reach my computer from where the printer sat. The new printer will even connect to our phones if need be.
Please let me know, Gina, when you choose one. My old scanner isn't working with Windows 10 (yes, that old) and I really need a new one. Also I like to scan elements like ribbons and.
I took a look at Rachael's link, (https://office-equip.com/best-flatbed-scanners/) about scanners. I have had both of the top 2. The Epson is great. High resolution, scans negatives, flat bed, and comes with a great software package. The Cannon is a great portable scanner. High resolution, flat bet and comes with extra software.
Both would scan pictures, lace buttons an ribbons nicely. With the added utilities you can adjust before scanning.
I use a Brother MFC-4620DW, and for bulkier items, I leave the lid up and use the box from my graphics tablet (black inside) to give a good background to extract from. (I mostly scan flat stuff, though, and use my DSLR for 3D objects rather than doing the black-box method.) I'm quite happy with its scan quality (up to 1200x1200 dpi), and it does well enough as a printer; I don't print a huge amount of stuff, though, mostly just my planner sheets. Print-wise, it's nice that the back bypass allows for printing up to 11x17 sheets--making an annual letter-size weekly planner book is super-easy! Also, it doesn't grumble horribly about using off-brand ink cartridges, though they can give a bit of trouble when first trying to seat them; to me, the 3 minutes is worth the $15/cartridge savings. It uses 4 individual cartridges (CMYK), so I only have to replace the one color I ran out of instead of an entire tri-color cartridge.
I've had this for a few years (Christmas 2016?), so I'm not 100% sure if it's still being manufactured, but if you can find one, it's a solid multifunction machine (also has copy and fax functions).
I've been happy with our HP Envy 5052. The scanner's depth of field isn't overly deep, so it's not the greatest for scanning ribbons (I'll be using my camera in the future for that), but it's enough for flat things like documents and photos. The print quality has been fine, and I like that it's wireless because our previous printer wasn't and the cord couldn't reach my computer from where the printer sat. The new printer will even connect to our phones if need be.
I want to scan ribbons, leaves, etc. so I want something that can handle a little depth.
Good to know. I'll be interested to hear which scanners have a better depth if others have better ones.
Mine works well enough if the object can be properly flattened. leaves and flat ribbons are okay, but I've found blurry patches in scanned bows.
Maybe THIS article will help?
Yes, very helpful. Thanks Rachel.
I like my Epson printer/scanner. The special hinged lid allows for thick items.
Thanks Anne-Marie. A hinged lid does sound necessary.
Please let me know, Gina, when you choose one. My old scanner isn't working with Windows 10 (yes, that old) and I really need a new one. Also I like to scan elements like ribbons and.
I took a look at Rachael's link, (https://office-equip.com/best-flatbed-scanners/) about scanners. I have had both of the top 2. The Epson is great. High resolution, scans negatives, flat bed, and comes with a great software package. The Cannon is a great portable scanner. High resolution, flat bet and comes with extra software.
Both would scan pictures, lace buttons an ribbons nicely. With the added utilities you can adjust before scanning.
Did you have any problems with the Epson? I have a Canon Printer and Canon digital camera, so perhaps I will prefer the Canon scanner a bit ...
I use a Brother MFC-4620DW, and for bulkier items, I leave the lid up and use the box from my graphics tablet (black inside) to give a good background to extract from. (I mostly scan flat stuff, though, and use my DSLR for 3D objects rather than doing the black-box method.) I'm quite happy with its scan quality (up to 1200x1200 dpi), and it does well enough as a printer; I don't print a huge amount of stuff, though, mostly just my planner sheets. Print-wise, it's nice that the back bypass allows for printing up to 11x17 sheets--making an annual letter-size weekly planner book is super-easy! Also, it doesn't grumble horribly about using off-brand ink cartridges, though they can give a bit of trouble when first trying to seat them; to me, the 3 minutes is worth the $15/cartridge savings. It uses 4 individual cartridges (CMYK), so I only have to replace the one color I ran out of instead of an entire tri-color cartridge.
I've had this for a few years (Christmas 2016?), so I'm not 100% sure if it's still being manufactured, but if you can find one, it's a solid multifunction machine (also has copy and fax functions).
I did not have any problems. I liked the scanned pictures.