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Customer reviews for 730PS

Average Customer Review (4.9 Stars / 5.0): Number of Reviews: 35
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HiTi 730 ps, Jan 14, 2008

reviewer: Raul Rucarean/RAPHOTOGRAPHY from SWANSEA

This is just a brilliant printer, payed for it self within the first 1/2 hour. Kept quality throughout the night never had a problem. Absolutley amazing value.

730 PS Photo Printer 1st hire, Jul 11, 2006

reviewer: Chris Burgess Photography from Cornwall

I hired a HiTi photo printer for my first attempt at event photography, the printer performed exceptionally well and the return on the evening made more than enough to enable my to buy the printer. I can give it no higher praise than that. The service from Stuart of System Insight was also top drawer.

A pair of 730ps and a great evening, Jul 05, 2006

reviewer: Adrian Lambert Photography from Bournemouth

I had a rather large event to cover and decided to take the plunge with the HITI 730PS. With a fellow photographer we bought two units. He ran Windows, I ran a Mac. The printers were running almost continuously from 19.00 until 01.00 without a fault. Even more impressive was that we sold 80% of the prints. Excellent piece of equipment and paid for on the first event !

Amazing machines - and they bounce!!!, Jun 07, 2006

reviewer: Mike Orr, Just Pictures Professional Photography from Stockbridge, Hampshire

I've been using the 730PS printers now for over 18 months now and they are the best investment I have made for event photography work. They print straight from the compact flash cards without having to worry about profiling, downloading to laptops or Photoshop issues and the quality straight from the cards is second to none! It is only necessary to take some test shots at each event and adjust the settings on the camera to get the best result. I now use up to three or four 730's, depending on the number of guests at the event. The level of service and support from Stuart and the team at System Insight has to be experienced to be belived - try getting that from Jessops! Oh, and the 'bounce' comment - dropped one 730 down a couple of steps at an event recently and it still worked fine!! Highly recommended piece of kit at a VERY cheap price.

Event Photography with the Hi-Ti 730PS, May 10, 2006

reviewer: Mark Giles Photography from Melksham, Wiltshire

Having been in the Event Photography Business for a few years, when I converted to digital I was looking for a cost effective and reliable on-site printer. I purchased a Hi-Ti 730PS and was so impressed with its no-fuss, simple approach I bought a second one and had them both working from the same PC. This setup has worked well for smaller functions 80-150 people but can be slow if operating for larger functions. I have used it successfuly for a function with 1200 people - the speed from 'clicking print' to getting the print in your hands is too slow for immediate point-of-sale production, however with both printers working together (and having a dedicated assistant merrily printing throughout the night) this is an excellent and affordable entry level printer for Event Photography. The bundle software is a breeze and works well to maintain a busy workflow - well done Hi-Ti!

No competition, the BEST dye sub printers at ANY price, May 10, 2006

reviewer: Dave and Sarah Goodman, Lifetyme Photography (Wedding Photographers) from Nottingham

I have now had my 730PS printer for almost 2 years. As a professional photographer, having a perfect proof of a shot was always a challenge (and an expensive one). The HiTi printer was nothing short of a revelation. My latest venture (lifetyme) has seen this printer in almost constant use at events, with the fixed costs of printing being an absolute boon. Stuart and the team at System Insight are possibly the most professional and customer focussed company I have ever had the pleasure of dealing with. If you are reading this review with a view to purchasing a HiTi printer, it really is a no-brainer decision. For business or personal use you will not find a better product or a better company to sell it to you and support you.

Delighted technophobe, Apr 12, 2006

reviewer: Craig Hastings from Poole

This printer is simply fantastic, for a complete novice like myself to be producing professional quality prints within minutes of receiving the printer is amazing. The ease of use and print quality are remarkable. 10 out of 10 to Hi-Ti and a huge well done to System Insight for their superb service

Well Impressed!!!, Apr 08, 2006

reviewer: Ken Dunn Event Photographer from East Anglia

Not only is system insight an excellent company to deal with - took delivery of my 730ps at 3.30 pm the day after I ordered it (at 1230pm), but the printer is brill! first class prints at a great speed in comparison to inkjet, no fingerprints on them and the colour is great.Only one problem for me, the "remote control" has a weak and flimsy docking port, sticks out to much and I feel will very quickly break off with my rough handling moving from venue to venue. Perhaps I should just leave it loose and not attach it to the printer. This is obviously a pretty minor worry as it hasnt actually broken off yet and the quality of the prints for me is the over riding priority.[Editor: In two years not one person has actually broken the remote fixing on the printer!] Would recommend every one to buy this machine its a fab bit of kit and worth every penny of its price.Thank you Hi Ti for the kit and thankyou System Insight for your excellent customer service, others should take a leaf out of your book. You do exactly what you say you will do. Good on ya. best regards. Ken Dunn

Second 730PS helps business grow., Mar 29, 2006

reviewer: www.digitaleventphotography.co.uk from UK

Just got our second 730PS from System Insight. Great support as always from Stuart and the team. We're using both printers side by side to speed up the printing process and provide back-up at our events, and they perform incredibly well under a heavy workload. Using Windows built in Printer Pooling, the computer just picks whichever printer is free, and sends the print automatically to that printer. Can't recommend System Insight or HiTi printers highly enough. Thanks James

EX-Demo HiTi 730PS Excites!!!, Mar 13, 2006

reviewer: Colin Jackson[not the hurdler!!] from Swindon

I read a review of this printer whilst browsing my favourite Camera site-Steves Digicams. He seemed to rate them very highly,and as a rule,I usually buy on his recommendation!! I contacted System Insight,the HiTi specialists,who were pleased to send me sample prints,which arrived in a day or so.Fabulous service and keen to please to a man[and women] I was amazed at the quality and clarity of the prints,especially of 1 I sent via e-mail and received back with my samples.You see I have used Epson PhotoStylus printers for 9 years and thought the output quality was fine on my 900 to a certain degree. But this print left me in no doubt which direction I should and would be heading - to System Insight and NOW!! Luckily, Steve at System Insight had news of some Ex- Demo 730ps coming in to them,and I ordered. This duly arrived and in no time I had the printer up and running on my PC and in standalone mode-it really is idiotproof,and the prints are every much as good as the samples!! At some stage I intend purchasing extra Paper cassettes,so I dont have to spend time on changing different paper sizes over,and probably help protect from dust. This can be a problem on the paper,I think that a good dustproof cover put over the printer when left disconnected and static can be beneficial. [Editor: We now sell a dustcover for the 730PS] So, if youre a keen photographer or a point and shooter and must have the best possible output for your troubles, look no further - System Insight can point you in the right direction,[very able and aptly named too,] Remember-must buy HiTi!!!

HiTi 730ps, Jan 05, 2006

reviewer: Terry Cotterill from Stratford upon Avon

Received my 730ps today from System Insight. Within 2 hours I was printing from Photoshop CS2 and Qimage with results, without any manipulation,that matched what I could see on my calibrated monitor. No more wasted paper and ink.The prints have far exceeded my expectations. My Canon Injet is now consigned to general purpose printing (non photographic). Thank you System Insight I am impressed with your service and the HiTi product.

I don't believe it!, Dec 08, 2005

reviewer: Jeff Howells Photographic from Newport, South Wales

When I was first told about this product I was very sceptical but it has exceeded all my expectations. As a simple test I printed 3 prints and compared them with the same prints that had been lab processed. I showed them to the subjects on the photographs and they chose those from the HI TI 730 PS as having a truer stronger colour And, a big thank you to the staff at System Insight for a first class service.

Best value, superb service !, Sep 16, 2005

reviewer: Dave Goodman, Image-Wedding.co.uk Photographer from Nottingham

I purchased my 730PS from System Insight at the MacExpo in 2004, I had a power supply fault shortly afterwards which System Insight sorted for me so exceptionally quickly that I did not miss the printer (and that is saying something for a printer that is nothing short of superb). I have used the printer mainly at home until I used it for printing "table" shots at a wedding - not looked back, the 730PS paid for itself FOUR TIMES OVER in one evening. At 70p per print (fixed) I knew exactly what my expenses were and printed LOTS of prints ! - Cannot recommend the printer enough and System Insight are real heroes who, for a change in this competitive world, know their products inside out and back to front. Don't just think about buying this printer - BUY IT NOW !

JUST LOVE IT!, Sep 12, 2005

reviewer: Margaret Thomson from South West Scotland

I am so glad I bought this photo printer! I just love it! The pictures have a real professional look to them. I make birthday cards and have been trying out the "sticker" papers with much success! I have also sent a few photos as postcards.They are so strong they do not come to any harm. I have had great service from "System Insight" with deliveries arriving the next day from when I order. I would say to anybody "give it a try" you will not want to go back to your pc printer.I was never done replacing ink cartridges when I printed my photos pre HiTi. Now if I need a larger print I can copy it on my printer/scanner/copier and get A4 size with good results but not the finish like I get with my HiTi 730PS.

730ps vs R800, Sep 10, 2005

reviewer: Ian Reeves from Liverpol

I have had an epson R800 for about 7 months now. When I first got the R800 the pictures were superb for an inkjet, Then I had to start buying cartriges. £11.25 a time, When they seem to run out at least once a week. It works out to over £600 a year. Plus paper. I purchased the 730ps to save money on inks, as you can cost per photo (unlike the R800). I Thought you could not beat the R800 on quality, How wrong I was. I compare two photos. One from the R800 and oe from the 730ps and was amazed how much of an improvement the 730ps is. The main difference I think is the skin tones are so natural. In the R800 you look pale and sick. Now onto costs. I would spend over £600 a year on inks on the R800 (oroginal inks and paper). For the same amount of prints on the 730ps it would cost me £310. The 730 has paid for itself on the savings. Okay I tried third party inks on the R800 but the result was so poor I would not even bother talk about it. So the conclusion. My R800 is used for letters and index prints. The 730ps will always be used for the final print. The results have to be seen to be belived. You will not be dissapointed if you purchase this printer. Believe me they are superb.

Photographic Freedom, Jul 28, 2005

reviewer: The Willows Photolibrary from Southen on Sea, Essex

Thank you for the unbiased and informative advice that you gave me when I just enquired about Dye Sublimation Printers.I bought one just over three months ago and it had paid for itself with the first commission on which it was used.I am free to print wherever I wish, at the venue or at home - I have the job of official photographer to The Fencing Veterans Commonwealth in Edinburgh next weekend - all because I can produce prints on demand. http://www.thephotoman.co.uk Chris Green

Comments & Tips for Portrait studios, Jul 11, 2005

reviewer: Focusfirst Photography from Cambridge

You can print directly from the card for once I did not even open photoshop, this saved me so much time especially with a busy portrait studio on the go. An example of obtaining the correct lighting Meter the studio lights to 5.6 each (totaling f8 together)then set your camera at 125 f5.6 this lightens it sufficiently to print directly using DPOF (direct print setting from the camera). Very Impressed. System Insight were more than helpful Thankyou

Event and social photography must have product, May 23, 2005

reviewer: Mike Harvey HarveyKing Photography from York

Initially we had doubts that such a reasonably priced printer could offer professional quality. Our first event dispelled any doubts. Excellent build quality, great looking images, easy to use, clients loved the immediate results. Together with fixed costs per image this is a winner. Suffice to say we covered the cost of the printer at our first event. Conclusion.... buy one !

Paul Billington, Professional Photographer., May 03, 2005

reviewer: Patersons Photography Ltd. from Isle of Wight

Purchased a Hi-Ti 730PS just before Christmas after sending a file to System Insight to print as a sample. The result, compared to an 8'x6' already printed by a Kodak lab, was very impressive, if not better, in many ways. The good thing was when the printer arrived I printed the same file and got exactly the same quality, colour and sharpness. The advantages of 3 paper sizes which, via the software, can be used for multiple images is certainly a bonus and, for me, offers potential for quick passports, ID photos as well as proofing and short run-off orders. The best advantage is that re orders can be guaranteed to be the same colour matching as the proof. Paper kit costs on multiple boxes could be even more reduced and there has been some losses through dust on the images. Overall, very impressed.

KYOCERA M410R + 730PS COMBINATION, Apr 23, 2005

reviewer: Ian Wigglesworth from Lincolnshire

What can I say, the results are fantastic. Have tried many different inkjets but the results from the dye-Sub wins hands down in my opinion. Bought the 730PS from System Insight under the 7 day trial. After printing out some holiday snaps no way was it going back! You can't get better than this.

Excellent results with 730PS - Canon G5 combination, Apr 22, 2005

reviewer: Kelvin Tyler from Glasgow

Having experimented with various photo-printers, both ink-jet and dye-sublimation, I was delighted to discover the Hi-Ti 730PS. This remarkable printer produces excellent results both directly from memory cards and from PC or Mac based software. The colour balance and general quality of the prints are outstanding. My only concern is that my Leica M6 seems to be gathering a bit too much dust these days!

Developing Execellence, Apr 22, 2005

reviewer: Barry Jones, Stage & Scene Tours. from Torpoint, Cornwall.

I purchased the 730PS after Christmas after a long look at all the other offers available in the high street. This machine has been an amazing buy, well worth the money. As a computor virgin (we didnt have them at school when i was there!!) it is so easy to use right from the box, with superb quality prints every time in your hand!!! Now its not "come and see my etchings" but "let me show you this fantastic printer" I think family and friends will go and buy their own soon just to keep me quiet (and because they agree with me about the 730PS) DONT THINK about this printer - BUY IT NOW!!!!!

Great Quality Prints, Apr 19, 2005

reviewer: Rob Hickman from Stourbridge

New to the pro game I purchased the ps from system insight in December 2004. Easy to set up and use and gives first class prints time after time. Great sales and after care service also from the people at system insight. Would highly recommend.

Hi-Ti 730PS, Apr 15, 2005

reviewer: Mark Pearson from Romford

Bought this as an Xmas present for my parents, they kept using up the memory on their digital camera but never knew how to download the photo's onto their PC . So simple to use even they can do it and great professional quality prints with the added convenience of not having to leave your own home! (Plus i get to use it aswell)

Hi-Ti 730PS, Apr 14, 2005

reviewer: Harvey Lexton, Celebrity Films Ltd from Romford

This printer was given a 5 start write up in this months Mac User so my friend tells me. He is beeing given a copy of some of my prints to examine. My opinion this printer is fantastic, the skin tones print perfectly, wysiwyg as a pro photographer in the social scene, the photographs printed by the 730 are no less than remarkable, even to the point that you can handle the pictures after printing without a trace of a finger mark on the print, whereas glossy RA4 standard lab processed prints finger mark. Normally I produce lustre prints, but these gloss prints are really accurate in the colour and all I can say is that this machine for the quality and price, other DS manufacturers should look at this competition seriously. The best printer I have ever used. Never let me down

Jon Firth Photographer LSWPP, Apr 14, 2005

reviewer: Jon Firth Photographer from Sussex

Not only does the printer do what it is supposed to - produce saleable prints with the minimum of fuss but the backup from System Insight has been superb. Rare to find a company that does offer post sale support of any sort these days let alone the lengths Stuart and his team have gone to. Buy this product-it does what it says on the box! Buy this from System Insight-they care and know what they are talking about. If you manage to think up a question they don't know the answere to-they find out and phone you back!!!!!!!!

Excellent Printer, Apr 14, 2005

reviewer: Dave Leeming from Manchester

I have had my printer for nearly a year now and it has proved, following the intial problem, to be a reliable and accurate printer. I was pleased that I was able to move my investment to OS/X when I made the decision to move away from XP. The drivers and OS/X compliant software were readily available from the Hi-Ti web site and the printer works fine with the i-Mac. I have not regretted dispensing with the inkjet for photographs - the dye sub process is quick, simple, durable and above all provides a quality result.

Fantastic, Apr 13, 2005

reviewer: Phillip Roscorla from Cornwall

I bought this printer because I was not satisfied with the output from my injet photo-printer. The quality is simply amazing, it is fast and quiet and I would thoroughly recommend it to any photographer or indeed anyone who wants a permanent record of their digital photographs

Professional Prints Every Time, Apr 13, 2005

reviewer: K. Carpenter: Amateur Photographer from Berkshire

I purchased the 730PS some 8 months ago along with the 6 x 4, 5 x 7 and 8 x 6 print comsumables; the results are superb on each occasion and available within seconds if printing direct from a memory card; coupled with the Photoshop Software and printed from the PC the results are fantastic. The printer installation was simple and after a few tweaks with the colour management I was up and running within minutes. I'm looking forward to the photo sticker comsumables being released.

Magical, Apr 13, 2005

reviewer: Faith Dolden from Kent

As an artist I accept nothing less than perfection when using photographs for reproducing on canvas. I need plenty of detail in particular. The 730PS Photo Printer is in my opinion quite exceptional and I would recommend it to anyone seeking faultless prints. The initial outlay for the 730PS seemed a little high but this cost is soon recouped by the considerably lower print costs as compared to my inkjet printer. No contest.

HI TI 730 PS, Apr 13, 2005

reviewer: Mr F Muldowney from Staffordshire

Purchased this model just before christmas 2004.We have had great success with it and found it very easy to use. My only comment is that the consumables are a little too expensive.

Hi Ti 730PS, Apr 12, 2005

reviewer: Eldridge Photography from Southampton

This printer paid for itself in the first afternoon I used it. For event photography it can supply 5x7" or 8x6" on the spot. With an assistant using a laptop computer to show previews I was able to take orders, print the images and put them in folders all during the event. Customers went home with their prints in their hands and all paid for. Its easier than printing banknotes and possibly more profitable. The printer is capable of printing direct from the memory card and this has been useful for quick proofs. There may be other printers which are quicker but not at the price of the Hi-Ti. Buy two if you want quicker output and probably still cheaper than some other options.

Restoring the joy of home colour printing, Apr 12, 2005

reviewer: Jack McConnochie from Warwickshire

Perhaps like me you once owned a darkroom and enjoyed spending time creating your own colour prints. Well, sadly, several house moves, gradually deteriorating equipment, and the cost and trouble of producing short print runs just made it no longer feasible to keep going. Now, with the 730PS, and digital photos I am once again able to enjoy creating my own photos. I can spend all the time I want in my digital darkroom, and then, when I am ready, produce first rate prints every time, quickly and easily. I really love this machine. It's fast, gives accurate repeat results, and versatile. Its brought back the fun to photography for me. I can also see the potential for rebuilding a profitable part time social photography busines once I retire in a coupe of years time! Dont hesitate, go out and buy one today,: it may be the most satisfying photographic decsion you make in a long time!

Hi Ti 730PS, Apr 11, 2005

reviewer: Cutting Edge from Aylesbury Bucks

I initially purchased this printer for home use which it was great for, but have now bought it to work and use it to print out high quality pictures of the bespoke furniture that we make - it has been a god send. Quality prints to show quality furniture. Thanks.Susan Hoy (Aylesbury)

Superb Photo Printer, Apr 09, 2005

reviewer: J Foster from Hertfordshire England.

My new Hi Ti 730PS is proving to be a superb photo printer. It has given me instant success with my digital photographs! My friends have been most impressed when I have taken photos of them or their children when they visit and within minutes I can give them excellent lab. quality copies to take home with them. There is no worry of ink cartridges running low whilst printing as before with my other printer. The dye sublimation printing is not only perfect every time, it is waterproof and even free from any finger marks etc. I've had perfect quality with every photo I've printed. I would most highly recommend this printer to anyone with a digital camera its so easy to use and I'm nearly 70!