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Epson C11CH45201 Expression Photo XP-970: Wireless All-in-One

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Print borderless, gallery-quality photos up to 11" x 17" with six-color Claria Photo HD Inks and wireless all-in-one convenience.

$399.00*
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Overview

The Epson Expression Photo XP-970 is a wide-format, wireless all-in-one printer built for photographers and creative professionals who want lab-quality prints at home. Its six-color Claria Photo HD Ink system — which goes beyond the standard four-color setup — delivers smooth tonal gradations, vivid colors, and lifelike skin tones across prints up to 11 x 17 inches. Borderless printing eliminates white margins, giving your images a polished, gallery-ready look. Beyond photos, the XP-970 handles everyday documents, scans, and copies, and it can print directly onto printable CD and DVD surfaces for custom disc art.

Designed with convenience in mind, the XP-970 features a 4.3-inch color touchscreen that lets you browse, crop, and print photos without turning on a computer. Built-in USB and memory card slots provide direct access to image files, while wireless connectivity and Wi-Fi Direct let you print from smartphones, tablets, and laptops throughout your home. A rear specialty paper feed accommodates thicker media and fine-art papers, and the fold-over scan lid holds originals flat for clean scans. The ultra-slim chassis keeps the footprint manageable despite its wide-format capability, and built-in tools for red-eye removal and photo restoration help you refine images before they hit paper.

Key Features

Epson printing system is specifically designed to be used with Epson Genuine Cartridges; Use of non-genuine ink could cause damage not covered under the printer’s ltd; wnty

Innovative, fold-over scan lid - Holds originals in place

Form Factor: Premium Photo Printer

Epson printing system is specifically designed to be used with Epson Genuine Cartridges; Use of non-genuine ink could cause damage not covered under the printers ltd; wnty

Specifications

Brand
Epson
Model
C11CH45201
Type
Wireless Color Photo All-in-One Printer
Functions
Print, Scan, Copy
Maximum Print Size
11" x 17" (borderless)
Ink System
6-Color Claria Photo HD Inks
4x6 Photo Print Speed
As fast as 11 seconds
Display
4.3" Touchscreen
Connectivity
Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct, USB, Memory Card Slots
Specialty Printing
CD/DVD direct printing, rear specialty paper feed
Voice Printing
Supported

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Six-color ink system produces rich photo prints with smooth gradations and natural skin tones
  • Wide-format borderless printing up to 11 x 17 inches accommodates larger photo and poster projects
  • PC-free operation via 4.3-inch touchscreen, USB, and memory card slots
  • Prints directly onto CD and DVD surfaces for custom disc labeling
  • Ultra-slim form factor saves desk space despite wide-format capability

👎 Cons

  • Six individual ink cartridges can increase ongoing consumable costs
  • Photo print speeds of 11 seconds per 4x6 are fast for photos but general document printing is slower
  • Rear specialty paper feed handles one sheet at a time, which slows batch specialty printing
  • Epson recommends only genuine cartridges and non-genuine ink may void the warranty

Frequently Asked Questions

The Epson XP-970 prints borderless photos up to 11 x 17 inches, making it suitable for large-format photo prints and posters.
Yes, the XP-970 features a 4.3-inch touchscreen, built-in USB port, and memory card slots, so you can select and print photos directly from the printer without a PC.
Yes, it supports wireless printing from iPhones, iPads, Android devices, and tablets. It also includes Wi-Fi Direct for router-free connections and voice-activated printing.
It uses Epson's 6-color Claria Photo HD Ink system, which produces smooth color gradations and accurate skin tones for photo-quality output.
Yes, the XP-970 includes a disc tray that allows you to print custom labels and artwork directly onto printable CD and DVD surfaces.