Epson Expression Photo XP-8700 Wireless Inkjet Printer - Black

The Epson Expression Photo XP-8700 is a compact A4 multifunction inkjet printer designed for home use, combining photo printing capabilities with everyday document functions. Its space-saving design makes it suitable for home offices or shared family spaces, while offering printing, scanning, and copying functionality. The printer is engineered to handle a variety of media types beyond standard paper, including photo paper, cards, and even suitable CDs and DVDs. Key features include the six-colour Claria Photo HD ink system, which uses individual cartridges in black, cyan, light cyan, yellow, magenta, and light magenta to produce professional-quality glossy photos with enhanced colour accuracy and longevity. The printer boasts a user-friendly 10.9cm colour touchscreen for direct operation and memory card access, along with dual front-loading paper trays—one for A4 paper and another dedicated to photo-sized media. A rear feed handles thicker specialty papers up to 300gsm, while automatic duplex printing saves paper on double-sided documents. Wireless connectivity is comprehensive, featuring both Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Direct for printing from computers, smartphones, and tablets without needing a network, supported by Epson's Smart Panel and Creative Print mobile apps. This printer is ideally suited for photography enthusiasts, semi-professional photographers, and households that regularly print photos alongside documents. The combination of photo-specific inks and versatile media handling makes it practical for creating greeting cards, preserving digital memories as physical prints, and handling everyday administrative tasks. Its motorised output tray, auto power-on function, and borderless printing capability enhance convenience, while the compact footprint ensures it fits comfortably in most home environments without sacrificing functionality.