Photography Enthusiasts
Create detailed borderless colour and black-and-white photographs in sizes up to A4.
Description
Epson EcoTank ET-8500 A4 Wireless Photo Printer
A premium six-colour EcoTank for borderless A4 photography, specialist creative media and everyday document printing, with touchscreen and mobile control.
The Epson EcoTank ET-8500 combines specialist photo capability with the convenience of an everyday A4 multifunction printer. It prints, scans and copies, while the refillable six-colour ink system is designed to produce detailed photographs, expressive black-and-white images and sharp documents without conventional cartridges.
Dedicated front trays keep A4 and photo-size paper ready, while two rear feeds provide greater flexibility for suitable craft paper, card and thicker media. Automatic double-sided A4 printing supports routine paperwork, and direct USB or memory-card printing makes it easy to produce photographs without opening a computer.
Six-colour photo ink, flexible A4 media handling and high-yield refillable tanks make the ET-8500 a complete creative printer for the modern home.
Ideal For
Artists and Crafters
Print on suitable craft paper, card, fine-art media and other specialist materials through dedicated rear feeds.
Creative Family Homes
Combine premium photo output with everyday scanning, copying and automatic double-sided document printing.
Key Features
Six-Colour Claria ET Premium Ink
Photo black and grey inks expand tonal control for photographs, while pigment black creates crisp text on plain paper.
Borderless A4 Photo Printing
Create edge-to-edge photographs, artwork and personalised prints without limiting projects to smaller photo formats.
Five-Way Media Handling
Dedicated front trays and rear feeds support documents, photo paper, suitable card and specialist creative media.
Thick and Long Media Support
The straight rear path accepts suitable media up to 1.3mm thick and sheets up to two metres long.
10.9cm Colour Touchscreen
Navigate print, copy and maintenance functions clearly, with direct access to compatible SD cards and USB drives.
EcoTank Refillable Ink System
High-capacity tanks and keyed bottles simplify refilling, with one set capable of printing up to 2,300 photos.
Greater Depth in Colour and Monochrome Prints
The Claria ET Premium system combines pigment black, photo black, cyan, magenta, yellow and grey inks. Dedicated grey supports smoother tonal transitions in black-and-white photographs, while photo black adds stronger contrast and deeper shadows on suitable photo media.
Flexible Media for Creative Projects
Separate front trays keep everyday A4 paper and photo media available without constant swapping. Rear feeds expand the choice of suitable craft paper, card and fine-art media, while direct CD and DVD printing supports personalised disc projects.
Direct, Mobile and Network Printing
The 10.9cm touchscreen allows photographs to be selected and printed directly from compatible SD cards and USB flash drives. Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct and Ethernet provide flexible network access, while Apple AirPrint, Mopria, Epson Connect and Epson Smart Panel support printing, scanning and printer management from compatible mobile devices.
How It Compares
| Area | EcoTank ET-8500 | Ownership Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Ink System | Six-colour Claria ET Premium | Adds photo black and grey for richer photographic output and improved monochrome tonality. |
| Maximum Print Size | Borderless A4 | Supports albums, portfolios, gifts and display-quality home photo projects. |
| ISO Print Speed | 16 ppm mono / 12 ppm colour | Provides practical performance for both documents and everyday colour jobs. |
| Media Handling | Five paper paths with specialist-media support | Accommodates documents, photo paper, card, fine-art media and long sheets. |
| Standalone Control | 10.9cm touchscreen, SD slot and USB host | Allows images to be selected and printed directly without a computer. |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct, Ethernet and USB | Supports mobile, personal and shared network printing arrangements. |
The Verdict
Strengths
- Six-colour ink system with dedicated grey and photo black inks.
- Borderless photography up to A4.
- Flexible media paths for photo, craft and fine-art projects.
- Support for suitable media up to 1.3mm thick.
- Large 10.9cm colour touchscreen.
- Direct printing from SD cards and USB storage.
- High-yield cartridge-free ink tanks.
Considerations
- Maximum print size is A4 rather than A3 or A3+.
- The flatbed scanner does not include an automatic document feeder.
- Automatic double-sided printing is limited to A4 plain paper.
- Its specialist photo features offer the greatest value to users who print creative work regularly.
What’s in the Box
Epson ET-8500 Printer
Six-Colour Ink Set
AC Power Cable
Driver & Utilities CD
Quick Start Guide & Warranty Document
