Let's say a friend of mine who definitely isn't me is really vain, and wants to get some big(ish) (A3 maybe) prints of some of his better photos to frame and put on the wall. Let's say he's already tried Photobox and been disappointed with the quality, used Apple via iPhoto and been impressed with the quality but was frustrated by them only going up to A4, and is looking for a company that does really good quality prints (like mPix.com in the States apparently does). What you recommend my friend (who definitely isn't me) do?
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Zomoniac 6,230 posts
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I tend to use Jessops. I am sure there are better ones available which someone will mention, but I have had no problems with them.
Not sure if they go that large on prints I did get a canvas about that size through them.
The only time I got a print that size was through Boots and Photobox, and although that print was ok, in general like your "friend" I don't think much of them.
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henro_ben 2,119 posts
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Registered 7 years agoHave a look around and see if you can find a local fine art printer who does giclee art prints. They'll do any size you want and the quality is top notch. Most will do small (A5) test prints to try out paper stock etc., usually for free.
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Maturin 1,681 posts
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Registered 4 years agoAfter seeing it come top on the Gadget Show we've used Snapfish recently. We've been very pleased with the result - the pictures are much better than Photobox. There's more details and they aren't horribly dark. Colours excellent. Obviously not fine art quality - but the best we've had for regular prints having tried various companies.
We've actually got an A3 print from Snapfish framed and on the wall.Pre-childish ragequit username - Harry
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Neverness 1,186 posts
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Registered 10 years agoI genuinely cannot recommend Loxley Colour enough. OK so some things are very expensive but every print I have from them is fantastic quality to the point that I get addicted with ordering from them just to see how good shots look.
I have used Snapfish (well Trueprint but they are the same), and Photobox and have never been that impressed. -
Murbal 19,429 posts
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Registered 8 years agoTell your friend not to be so shy and to ask himself.
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Nth 3,027 posts
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Registered 4 years agoNeverness wrote:
I can't see prices anywhere on their site?
I genuinely cannot recommend Loxley Colour enough. OK so some things are very expensive but every print I have from them is fantastic quality to the point that I get addicted with ordering from them just to see how good shots look.
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Neverness 1,186 posts
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Registered 10 years agoIt would appear that you have to log on to get the prices now, how strange.
They do loads of products and you can download a full album design suite, but to give you an idea...
6x4 - £0.58
8x10 - £1.37
A4 - £2.00
A3 - £4.20
50x30 - £105
Delivery used to be £3, but haven't ordered anything for a couple of months. They do Gloss, lustre or metallic (extra) finishes and will also colour correct for no extra cost.
When I tried them first I asked if I could have two copies of a print, one colour corrected and the other not, and they did it for free.
Prints normally arrive next day or the day after.
They are significantly more expensive that people like snapfish, and I must admit I have never been able to justify their canvas prices but having a nice camera makes me want the best prints.
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Nth 3,027 posts
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Neverness 1,186 posts
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Registered 10 years agoTry them, order the same print at A4 or something from Loxley and Photobox/snapfish and I would be shocked if you aren't pleased with the result. The prints genuinly have a wow factor about them. -
Nth 3,027 posts
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Registered 4 years agoWill do. Wasn't impressed with recent photobox prints (always been pleased in the past) and have just ordered my 20 free prints from snapfish out of curiosity. I need a 20"x30" for the kitchen so need to make a decision. -
Neverness 1,186 posts
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Registered 10 years agoA 20x30 would be £13.49 plus delivery, just so you know.
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Nth 3,027 posts
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Registered 4 years agoNeverness wrote:
Do they print decent sized panoramic photos do you know? Say 210 x 594 or longer. Epson no longer make their panoramic paper.
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Neverness 1,186 posts
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Registered 10 years agoI will check but am just off out. -
Spin_Dr_Wolf 6,170 posts
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Registered 10 years agoI have used these guys before, and was happy with the quality. They are based in Germany and use ground mail though, so if your in the UK delivery can be a bit slow. -
Nth 3,027 posts
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Neverness 1,186 posts
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Registered 10 years agoJust had a quick look on Loxley and they dont seem to do the size you want, but emailing them is always an option I suppose. -
Nth 3,027 posts
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Registered 4 years agoOK thanks. I'm not sure what size I need yet as we haven't decided on frames (decorating our front room at the moment). -
tincanrocket 2,618 posts
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Registered 9 years agoThis company here print onto canvas and provide framed large canvas prints at pretty reasonable prices. Not sure if they do private prints (they hold various museums' collections, including a couple that I work with), but might be an option? -
Neverness 1,186 posts
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Registered 10 years agoNth wrote:
Do you want a copy of Loxleys price list? I could always email it over to you if you like.
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Nth 3,027 posts
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Registered 4 years agoNeverness wrote:
That would be great. I'll DM you my email.Nth wrote:
Do you want a copy of Loxleys price list? I could always email it over to you if you like.
OK thanks. I'm not sure what size I need yet as we haven't decided on frames (decorating our front room at the moment). -
Nth 3,027 posts
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Registered 4 years agoMy 2 prints from Ilford have arrived and they look shit. Not happy. -
Gartt 1,433 posts
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Registered 6 years agoSo where would people recommend ordering prints from currently? -
Neverness 1,186 posts
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Registered 10 years agoLoxley for all your printing needs! Awesome quality everytime.
Or moo for a slightly weirder take on printing, but I doubt that is what you are after. -
Neverness 1,186 posts
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Registered 10 years ago10% off moo if you want it. WJCDJE
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Is it wrong that even though I was fully aware this is the photography category I still read the title as "Ordering Pints"?
/checks watch.. still not pint o'clock
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