Best Laser Printers Under $500 in 2008

Laser printers have made a mark the world over forrunning ink cartridge cost. The picture quality is good
their state of the art technology and affordable pricing.and is perfect for both black and white as well as
These printers are also available with a host ofcolor prints. The distortion is limited and even darker
additional features like duplex, wireless and multi-jobprints are highlighted. The printer has over 250 sheep
printing. They also have an ability to produce splendidtrays and it can be combined with envelops and
photo quality graphics. They are smart, sleek, gorgeousalternative media.
and performance oriented. Let us discuss a few selectDisadvantages
models which topped the charts in the year 2008.The drawback is the lack of durability when compared
Dell 1320Cto other cartridges in its range. Likewise, this printer
Advantagesrequires gloss paper for high quality resolution
Priced at around $280, the bulky yet highly efficientphotographs-these can be slightly expensive.
laser printer is easy to set up and involves no fuss inMoreover, the printer is not at all the fastest in its
terms of operation or installation. At the same time, thiscategory.
printer is easy to maintain and involves minimumOKI C5650N
manual intervention. You needn’t re-calibrate it.Advantages
Likewise its spare parts are reasonable priced andThis printer is compact, elegant and simply perfect
easy to procure. The Dell 1320C is known for its sharpprinter for a home office. It is simple to assemble and
images and optimum picture quality. It is alsois easily the best in its class of plug and play. It is also
considered the best in its league. The print is crisp andblessed with a descriptive manual. The printer has a
has the required depth to highlight even a dark shadecapacity to take large volumes of paper and is free
of black.from manual intervention. It is blessed with speed and
Disadvantagesis good in terms of picture quality. Toner cartridges are
Trays and toners are a bit expensive while the menublessed with a long shelf life while the consumable
options tend to get confusing. The printer does notprices are kept low.
have an extended paper capacity and is therefore notDisadvantages
meant for large scale business. At the same time, it isThe menu is a bit confusing and can be misinterpreted
cumbersome and occupies a large space.by a new user. In order to deliver quality prints to photo
HP Color LaserJet 2605 dtnshoots, it requires OKI’s glossy paper. Once you
Advantagesare through with printing 25000 sheets, you would
The printer is made to look good and is perfect for aneed to replace the photoconductor. Last but not the
small office. It is armed with additional slots for DCPleast, the printer slows down while printing a colored
and it is easy to set up and maintain. The menu isimage.
easy to operate and the printer is blessed with a low