Fit to Print: 9 colour laser printers tested

Konica Minolta magicolor 3300
Tally Genicom T8024
Epson AcuLaser C3000N


Contents
Introduction
Ricoh Aficio CL7100
Fuji-Xerox Phaser
HP 9500hdn
Kyocera FS-C8026N
Oki C9500dn
Konica Minolta magicolor
Tally Genicom
Epson AcuLaser C3000N
Lexmark C762
Specifications
How we tested
Sample scenario
Editor's choice
About RMIT

It doesn't occur very often where three vendors all submit pretty much the same product. The three printers in question use the same chassis, print engine, and consumables.

The only noticeable difference was the control panel on top of the printers and the motherboard. As they had different motherboards their memory capacity was also different.

Their paper handling capacities also differed from a maximum capacity of 1600 to 2100 which is a bit strange since you would think they all should have the same capacity as they share a common chassis.

Print speeds were all the same at 24ppm and their print quality was all very similar.

When compared to the other printers in this review we can say that they weren't quite up to the mark. Print quality was ok but not great and you can't buy a finisher for these printers but then again their a third of the price of a medium to large workgroup printer.

Tally Genicom has a Factory Sponsored Program which allows you to gain a new colour laser printer without having to pay for the actual printer. So all you have to do is simply pay for the consumables. There are no monthly payments, no click charges, and no maintenance contracts.

You have the freedom to return the printer at any time or change it to the latest model whenever you want. The printer is also fully maintained on site.

Tally Genicom will ship you a brand new printer with toner for AU$2745. Then you have to buy at least four toners per year. This can be any mix of toners (say, four black toners which are AU$110ex each).

Konica Minolta magicolor 3300

Konica Minolta magicolor 3300

Product Konica Minolta magicolor 3300
Price AU$3499
Vendor Konica Minolta
Phone 1800 265 687
Web www.printer-konicaminolta.com
 
Interoperability
Wide range of operating systems, hardware platforms, and networking protocols supported.
Futureproofing ½
Missing many features supported by the other units tested.
ROI
Average print quality. At this price, consider buying it outright.
Service
1-year on-site warranty.
Rating

Tally Genicom

Tally Genicom T8024

Product Tally Genicom
Price AU$2745
Vendor Tally Genicom
Phone 1300 138 839
Web www.wpt.com.au
 
Interoperability
Wide range of operating systems, hardware platforms, and networking protocols supported.
Futureproofing ½
Missing many features supported by the other units tested.
ROI
Factory-sponsored program reduces capital expenditure.
Service
Factory-sponsored program.
Rating

Epson AcuLaser C3000N

Product Epson AcuLaser C3000N
Price N/A
Vendor Epson Australia
Phone 1300 361 054
Web www.epson.com.au
 
Interoperability
Wide range of operating systems, hardware platforms, and networking protocols supported.
Futureproofing ½
Missing many features supported by the other units tested.
ROI
Average print quality.
Service
1-year on-site warranty.
Rating
Epson AcuLaser C3000N

Advertisement

Talkback 3 comments

Add your opinion

Back to top

Featured