Following for info on the Selphy QX... I have the Sprocket 200 and the larger sprocket 3x4, as well as Instax cameras and the Mini Evo camera/printer (forever a film girly at heart)... I love the charm of the Sprockets, the tradeoff in quality is part of the charm for me, and I haven't noticed any fading or archival issues with prints I've put in my books or given away as stickers.
Staying tuned!
I used to use an HP Sprocket with Zink paper. (pros: fast printing, sticker-back paper. cons: streaks sometimes visible, color leans kinda lavender) Then, I saw a friend using the Kodak Mini Retro and I switched over. (pros: colors are clearer, images sharper. con: needs an adhesive to stick into the journal, printing is slower due to the "4 pass" process)
I am using the Kodak Retro for travel journaling now because color and sharpness are important to me. I wish it had the sticker back tho! I bring a tape runner with me, but I have had them run out while I was on a trip!
I used to use an HP Sprocket and it was great but then I saw the photo quality of the Kodak Retro and the colors just seemed so much more vibrant! I have made the switch to Kodak Retro! I also priced it out and the Kodak refills are about half the price of the HP Zink paper.
I have the same device and I agree! One additional thing I will point out, and I’ve seen mentioned in reviews, is that the photo quality/color isn’t the best. I find it absolutely still worth it to capture memories, but it is just a different quality than something you would print and frame.
i have the Sprocket portable printer however, it can be expensive if you're only looking for something to simply print photos.
reasons why i decided to make the investment:
1. the HP app (which you must download to operate device) allows so many design customization options for your photos - perfect for scrapbooking!
2. the sheets are self adhesive! which means i get to save on my other supplies like glue, etc.
3. to save on the cost of printer sheets, i can buy them in bulk ( i purchase packs from Walmart) and use sparingly.
Ah, nice mention. I have noticed the quality of photos being slightly grainy but it works great for that "nostalgic 90s" style that i often like to use.
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