How to Compare Ricoh, Savin & Canon Color Copiers
When comparing color copiers, many factors come into play. Each manufacturer has a different color tonality. For some, Ricoh color is better and others prefer how the Canon color copies look. If after applying your personal preference, Ricoh and Canon match up well in your eyes, your decision should come down to which provides the features and performance you most value. Ricoh and Savin are actually the exact same copiers. Ricoh manufactures a few different lines, Savin being one of them. There is no difference between the models, except for the name.
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Measure the space where the color copier will be placed. Color copiers are usually a bit larger than the black and white ones, so checking to make sure that you have enough space is an important first step.
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Investigate the service histories and reliability of each copier. As with many purchases, asking for opinions from knowledgeable people and checking with sales associates is a good place to begin.
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Compare the cost. Depending on which models you are considering, there may be a wide range in pricing. Consider not only the cost of the copier, but also the supplies cost, service cost, and cost per copy. Most dealers sell copiers with a service agreement that includes all supplies, toner, parts, drums, and service. Finding out what each copy costs you is important to determine the overall cost of ownership.
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Check for the range of paper weights and sizes, and the types of specialty paper, the copier can handle. Many offices with color copiers use heavy or glossy paper as well as larger-size paper. Make sure the machine you choose can handle all your office copier tasks.
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Ask about each copier's volume rating. All copiers have a recommended monthly volume. Make sure that your volume falls within this figure.
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Find out if the copier can handle the color matching needs that you have. For example, if you use Pantone colors, make sure that the copier has a Pantone Matching CRD, or Color Rendering Dictionary.
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Compare the color gamuts of each copier. The gamut is a graph that shows how many colors the copier can reproduce. The larger the gamut the better your copies will look. Units with small color gamuts are unable to reproduce slight nuances between colors, and they produce a less sharp, vivid and clear copy.
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