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HP C6280 Photosmart All-in-One Printer Scanner Copier

3.5 (100 reviews)

A six-ink all-in-one that prints lab-quality photos, scans at 4800 dpi, and handles automatic two-sided printing from a compact footprint.

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Overview

The HP Photosmart C6280 is an all-in-one inkjet designed for users who want lab-quality photo printing alongside everyday document output. Its six individual ink cartridges — rather than a single tri-color cartridge — deliver a broader color range with smoother tonal transitions, which is especially visible in photographic prints. The printer is rated at up to 34 pages per minute in black and 33 pages per minute in color, and automatic duplex printing is built in, making double-sided documents effortless.

On the scanning side, the C6280 offers up to 4800 dpi optical resolution, capturing sharp detail from both photos and documents. A 2.4-inch color display on the front panel lets you preview images stored on compatible memory cards and print them without turning on a computer, while the red-eye removal button provides a quick one-touch fix for portrait photos. Network connectivity is handled via Ethernet, allowing multiple users on the same network to share the printer. At 17.6 x 7.4 x 17.4 inches, the C6280 is compact enough for a home office desk while consolidating printing, copying, and scanning into a single device.

Key Features

All-In-One device offers color printing, copying, and scanning

Outstanding print quality for photos and documents; speeds up to 34 ppm black and 33 ppm color

Scan documents and photos at up to 4800 dpi optical resolution

Backed by 1-year warranty

Device measures 17.6 x 7.4 x 17.4 inches (WxHxD)

Specifications

Functions
Color Printing, Copying, Scanning
Ink System
6 Individual Ink Cartridges
Print Speed (Black)
Up to 34 ppm
Print Speed (Color)
Up to 33 ppm
Scan Resolution
Up to 4800 dpi optical
Connectivity
Ethernet, Memory Card Slots
Display
2.4-inch color display
Duplex Printing
Automatic
Features
HP Red-eye Removal, HP Auto Sense
Dimensions
17.6 x 7.4 x 17.4 inches (W x H x D)

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Six individual ink cartridges produce excellent photo color accuracy and reduce waste by replacing only the empty color
  • Automatic duplex printing saves paper on everyday documents
  • Built-in memory card slots and 2.4-inch display allow PC-free photo printing
  • 4800 dpi optical scan resolution captures fine detail from photos and documents
  • Fast rated print speeds of up to 34 ppm black and 33 ppm color

👎 Cons

  • No built-in Wi-Fi — network printing requires a wired Ethernet connection
  • Six separate ink cartridges mean more consumables to purchase and monitor
  • 17.6-inch width requires a fair amount of desk space despite the all-in-one design
  • Older model with limited driver support on current operating systems

Frequently Asked Questions

It is an all-in-one device that prints in color, copies documents, and scans at up to 4800 dpi optical resolution.
Yes, the C6280 has built-in automatic duplex printing, so it can print on both sides of the page without manual intervention.
The six individual ink cartridges allow for a wider color gamut and smoother gradients in photo printing, and you only replace the color that runs out rather than an entire tri-color cartridge.
Yes, the C6280 has built-in memory card slots and a 2.4-inch display that let you preview and print photos directly from compatible cards.
The C6280 offers Ethernet connectivity for network printing but does not include built-in Wi-Fi. It connects via Ethernet or USB.