Epson Premium Semimatte Photo Paper (260)
Price range: $115.00 through $270.00
Resin coated premium semimatte photo paper offers professional photographic prints with minimal glare.
Epson Premium Semimatte Photo Paper (260)
Epson Premium Semimatte Photo Paper (260) is designed to deliver professional image quality with a smooth, low-glare finish.
Ideal for photographers, graphic designers, and print professionals, this resin-coated paper produces vibrant color, sharp detail, and consistent results. As a result, it is well-suited for both photographic prints and high-end graphic applications.
The semimatte surface provides an elegant balance between matte and glossy finishes. Therefore, it reduces glare while preserving color depth and contrast. In addition, the resin-coated base helps prevent cockling and ensures smooth, reliable feeding through professional printers. This makes it a dependable choice for demanding print environments.
Moreover, Epson Premium Semimatte Photo Paper is engineered to work seamlessly with Epson professional inks. When paired with compatible Epson UltraChrome ink technologies, prints achieve excellent durability and long-term stability. Consequently, users can create prints that not only look impressive but also stand the test of time.
Paper Specifications
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Basis Weight: 258 gsm for a premium, professional feel
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Thickness: 10.7 mil for added durability and rigidity
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ISO Brightness: 94% for vivid, true-to-life color reproduction
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Opacity: 96% to minimize show-through
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Gloss (60°): 16 for a refined low-gloss appearance
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Base Material: Resin-coated paper for a smooth, non-cockling surface
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Surface Finish: Semimatte for reduced glare and an elegant look
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Core Size: 3″ for compatibility with professional printers
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Spindle: High-tension 3″ spindle for secure mounting
Print Permanence & Longevity
Print permanence can be affected by factors such as light exposure, water, temperature, humidity, and environmental pollutants. Therefore, Epson subjects its professional imaging inks and papers to a comprehensive eight-factor permanence testing process conducted by Wilhelm Imaging Research (WIR), the world’s leading independent permanence testing laboratory.
Based on WIR testing, select Epson papers, when used with UltraChrome HD, UltraChrome HDX, PRO10, or PRO12 inks, can achieve print permanence ratings of up to 200 years for color prints and up to 400 years for black-and-white prints under indoor display conditions. Because third-party media and inks may not deliver the same results, Epson recommends using genuine Epson media and inks for optimal longevity and quality.
Ideal Applications
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Professional photography
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Graphic design and fine art prints
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Posters and display graphics
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Studio and commercial printing environments



