Lexmark Z816 Photo Printer (21G8600)

by Lexmark

Product Details

• Item Weight: 8 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 8 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0001UEHN0
• Item model number: 21G8600
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: March 9, 2004

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

The Lexmark Z816 Color Jetprinter offers fast document printing for everyday use, high-quality photo output, and efficient operation. With print speeds reaching 22 ppm for black-and-white and up to 15 ppm in color (both in draft mode), the Z816 can also produce letter size borderless photos in as little as 70 seconds, or a 4-by-6-inch borderless photo in just 32 seconds (in quickprint mode, excluding PC processing time).

Able to achieve resolutions up to 4,800 x 1,200 dpi using photo paper and optimal input, the Z816 also supports optional six-color printing via a photo ink cartridge (sold separately). It accepts a wide range of photo media and features PrecisionSense technology for automatic cartridge alignment and auto paper-type sensing to reduce setting adjustments between different job types. Lexmark's Accu-Feed Paper Handling system virtually eliminates paper jams by providing a smooth paper path.

The Z816 offers fast USB 2.0 connectivity as well as compatibility for both Mac and PC users. It provides convenient onscreen ink-level monitoring, has a generous 3,000-page per month duty cycle, and comes backed by a one-year warranty.

What's in the Box
Z816 Color Jetprinter, setup sheet, power supply with cord, Online User's Guide, Lexmark Photo Center software, installation software CD (drivers and other software), black print cartridge, color print cartridge, warranty information; printer cable not included

Product Description

Up to 22 ppm black, 15 ppm color Up to 4800 x 1200 dpi color, 2400 x 1200 dpi black Manufacturers one-year limited warranty Prints up to A4 size borderless photos. 4 x 6 photos print as fast as 32 seconds. Features auto cartridge alignment, paper type sensing and anti paper jam. 100-sheet input tray. Maximum duty cycle: 3,000 pages per month. Windows® and Mac® compatible with USB connectivity. Includes photo software, one black and one color cartridge. Replacement Photo Color Cartridge (LEX18C0031), Black Cartridge (LEX18C0032) and Color Cartridge (LEX18C0033), sold separately. 17-3/10w x 9d x 5-9/10h. LEX21G8600 LEX-21G8600 734646746007 3464674600 LEX21G8600 LEX-21G8600

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent basic photo printer, December 14, 2004

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M. Jarvis (Kentucky, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Lexmark Z816 Photo Printer (21G8600) (Office Product)

Before this printer, I was loyal to Epson for photo printing, but my last experience left me fed up with ink clogging their permanent printheads. I decided to try this machine, and I couldn't be happier I did. With the Z816, Lexmark has come to rival similar Epson machines in print quality and is blowing them away in speed. My pictures look even a little better than on my old machine, especially when using the optional photo cartridge that provides 6-color printing. And now I don't have to use all my ink in clean cycles. The speed of both typical documents and photos is very impressive, and the automatic paper type sensing is a cool feature. This printer is quite basic, but that makes it an excellent value if you're like me and would always use your computer to print photos even if you had a printer that could do it alone (old one did--never used that feature). Can't beat it for the price.

Installation was a breeze for me. I've installed the printer both locally on a PC and on a remote PC across my home network without any problems whatsoever.

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Printer, February 14, 2005

By 

Mike "Mike" (New Canaan, CT) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Lexmark Z816 Photo Printer (21G8600) (Office Product)

This printer was one of the best "basic" printers I have ever owned. It is very speedy and has great quality, it is a snap to install and tells you how much ink is left and all of the things you need to know before it is to late. This printer is great if you need to print anything, but of course for the price, it does not have a scanner or anything but is a great photo printer.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Superior Low Cost Printer for High Speed Black Printing and Color Photos, December 15, 2005

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HarpswellWoman "HarpswellWoman" (Harpswell, ME) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Lexmark Z816 Photo Printer (21G8600) (Office Product)

I thought that I had lost this printer for good, but I brought it back to life. I use this printer everyday all the time for high, speed black text printing in the quick mode and it delivers. I refill the black cartridge, so I know that I am taking my chances with the print heads eventually not cooperating, but turns out this time at least it was the cartridge and not the printer that stopped working. If you are looking for a reasonably priced, fast printer for both good black text and photo capabilities, look no further. The photos that I have printed (and those I have done sparingly since I normally use snapfish for ordering photos) have been excellent on photo paper. I have not as of yet refilled the color cartridge because if not done right (as I've learned in the past), you can end up with muddy, off colors - expecially skin tones. But if you print lots of black and white (sometimes up to 500 pages in a week), you will be pleased with this printer. To refill your cartridges, go to atlantic inkjet for bulk ink, installation tools and instructions. Just realize that eventually you will need to buy new cartridges, but that's after many refills. Don't let the high cost of inkjet printing get you down! And I also want to emphasize that I generally opt for the quick mode and the blacks are still rich and true, not gray as in draft modes from other printers. (...)If you can get this for less than the regular average selling price, then it's well worth buying.