Epson Expression Photo XP-8700 Multifunction Colour Inkjet Printer
Description

The Epson Expression Photo XP-8700 is an all-in-one multifunction colour inkjet printer engineered to produce vivid, high-definition photo prints and clear everyday documents. Featuring a 6-colour Claria Photo HD ink system and a 1.5 picolitre minimum droplet volume, it delivers smooth tonal gradations and exceptional image detail. Designed for creative enthusiasts and home photo printing, it provides versatile media options including direct CD/DVD printing, dedicated photo paper trays, and auto two-sided printing.
- Delivers print speeds of up to 9.5 ISO ppm in black and 9.0 ISO ppm in colour, with 4" x 6" borderless photos printed in as fast as 10 seconds.
- Uses a 6-colour Claria Photo HD ink set (Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Light Cyan, and Light Magenta) for vibrant, long-lasting photo quality.
- Features an A4 flatbed colour scanner with 1200 x 4800 dpi optical resolution for sharp image and document scanning.
- Equipped with automatic two-sided (duplex) printing and split paper trays for plain A4 paper and dedicated photo media.
- Supports flexible connectivity including Hi-Speed USB, Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n, and Wi-Fi Direct for cable-free operation.
- Includes a built-in SD card slot and direct CD/DVD printing tray for standalone creative projects.
- Features a large 4.3" TFT colour LCD touchscreen with gesture control for intuitive menu navigation.
- Uses Epson 312 and 312XL series ink cartridges.
- Includes six Claria Photo HD standard capacity ink cartridges for setup and initial printing.
- Compatible with the Epson Smart Panel app for mobile printing, scanning, and direct printer management.
For manufacturer information, see the Epson Expression Photo XP-8700 on Epson Australia.
For Australia-wide delivery, orders for the Epson Expression Photo XP-8700 multifunction printer are fulfilled from distribution centres in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth.
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Basic Specifications
| Brand | Epson |
|---|---|
| Model | Expression Photo XP-8700 |
| Product Code | C11CK46501 |
| Functions | Print, Copy, Scan |
| Printer Type | Multifunction Colour Inkjet Printer |
| Printing Method | On-demand Inkjet (Piezoelectric) |
| Nozzle Configuration | 180 nozzles Black, 180 nozzles each colour (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Light Cyan, Light Magenta) |
| Minimum Droplet Volume | 1.5 Picolitres |
| Ink Technology | Claria Photo HD Ink |
| Dimensions | 349 mm (W) x 527 mm (D) x 184 mm (H) |
| Weight | 6.8 kg |
| Print Speed Black | 9.5 ISO ppm (A4 Normal) |
|---|---|
| Print Speed Colour | 9.0 ISO ppm (A4 Normal) |
| Photo Print Speed | Approx. 10 seconds (4" x 6" Premium Glossy Photo Paper in draft mode) |
| Print Resolution | 5760 x 1440 optimised dpi (with Variable Sized Droplet Technology) |
| Automatic Duplex | Yes (Auto two-sided printing) |
| Borderless Printing | Yes (Supported on 4"x6", 5"x7", and A4 media sizes) |
| CD / DVD Printing | Yes (Direct printing on inkjet-printable optical discs) |
Scan
| Scanner Type | A4 Flatbed colour image scanner |
|---|---|
| Sensor Type | CIS (Contact Image Sensor) |
| Optical Resolution | 1200 x 4800 dpi |
| Maximum Document Size | Up to A4 |
| Pixel Depth | Input 48-bit (16-bit/colour) / Output 24-bit (8-bit/colour) |
Copy
| Copy Speed Black | 9.0 ISO ppm (Letter) |
|---|---|
| Copy Speed Colour | 8.0 ISO ppm (Letter) |
| Reduction / Enlargement | 25% to 400% |
| Standalone Copying | Yes |
Paper Handling
| Paper Tray Configuration | Split paper tray system for A4 plain paper and photo media |
|---|---|
| Paper Input Capacity | 100 sheets A4 Plain paper (75g/m²), 20 sheets Premium Glossy Photo Paper, 10 Envelopes |
| Supported Paper Sizes | A4, Letter, Legal, 8x10", 5x7", 4x6", 3.5x5", 5x8", A6, A5, B5, Half Letter, Envelopes (No10, DL, C6) |
| Recommended Media | Premium Glossy Photo Paper (A4, 4"x6", 5"x7"), Matte Paper Heavyweight |
Connectivity & Software
| Standard Interfaces | Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0 Specification compliant) |
|---|---|
| Wireless Networking | Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11b/g/n (2.4 GHz), Wi-Fi Direct |
| Mobile Device Solutions | Epson Smart Panel, Email Print, Scan to Cloud, Apple AirPrint, Mopria |
| Display Screen | 4.3-inch TFT Colour LCD with touchscreen and gesture control |
| Built-in Card Slot | SD Card Slot |
| Supported Memory Cards | SD, SDHC, SDXC (MiniSD, MicroSD variants supported with adapter) |
| Supported Operating Systems | Windows XP SP3 / Vista / 7 / 8 / 8.1 / 10 / 11; Mac OS X 10.6.8 or later |
Consumables
| Standard Ink Cartridges | Epson 312 Series (Black, Magenta, Yellow, Cyan, Light Cyan, Light Magenta) |
|---|---|
| High Capacity Ink Cartridges | Epson 312XL Series (Black, Magenta, Yellow, Cyan, Light Cyan, Light Magenta) |
| Standard Cartridge Page Yield | Approx. 240 pages Black / 360 pages Colour Composite |
| High Capacity Page Yield | Approx. 500 pages Black / 830 pages Colour Composite |
| Included Starter Consumables | Six Claria Photo HD standard capacity ink cartridges (Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Light Cyan & Light Magenta) |
Power & Environment
| Rated Voltage | AC 100 V to 240 V |
|---|---|
| Rated Frequency | 50 Hz to 60 Hz |
| Power Consumption | Approx. 16W (Standalone copying, ISO/IEC 24712), 7.2W (Ready Mode), 0.6W (Sleep Mode) |
| Noise Level | 6.2 B / 49 dB(A) |
Warranty
| Standard Warranty | 12 Months Return to Base (Epson Standard Warranty) |
|---|---|
| Optional Service Pack | Additional 2 Year CoverPlus Service Pack (2YWXP8700) |
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