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RE: [Digital BW] Optimal DPI

2003-03-01 by Austin Franklin

Hi Barry,

> Bob and Austin,
> So far all I read is pure theory and second guessing. Has anyone
> actually tried to make a high res. file with say, Photoshop and
> print at differing output resolutions to see at what point there is
> no visible diffence?

Yes.  I have done that extensively with the Piezo driver, but not with the
Epson driver, as it doesn't matter to me.  I believe I stated my results
were up to 480 is quite visible, and between 480 and 720 shows marginal
improvement, and above 720 there is none.

> Much in the manner of a lens testing chart.

Lense test charts don't necessarily show you anything except what will
happen if you print lense test charts.  They have no grayscale data in them,
typically.  I use actual images.

> If you can come up with a suitable target I would like to get hold
> of a copy.

The only suitable target to see what works best for you, in my opinion, is
one of your own images.

Regards,

Austin

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