HP C5273 Ink
Photosmart C5273 Ink Cartridges

HP C5273 Printer Review

If high quality results are the primary concern when purchasing an inkjet printer, look no further than the HP Photosmart C5273. Though it might cost a little more money to maintain than competing models on the market, this all in one will certainly fit the bill when it comes to perfection in terms of resolutions. Using only two HP C5273 ink cartridges—tricolor and black—for standard printing and two optional Photosmart C5273 ink cartridges—photo color and photo gray—for photo printing, this unit won't need too much upkeep. It can scan, copy and print documents at impressive speeds while still maintaining a high quality. These features, plus its 3,000 page monthly duty cycle make the C5273 the perfect unit for homes or small offices.

The black HP C5273 ink can print with resolutions of as high as 1200x1200 dpi, while the color printer ink can produce resolutions of 4800x1200 dpi. Not only can this inkjet unit print on normal paper, but medias like photo paper, envelopes, labels and cards are also supported, as well as printing directly onto a CD or DVD. A resolution of 4800x1200 dpi can be obtained while copying using black or color Photosmart C5273 ink, and from an original document, up to 50 duplicates can be made.

This unit weighs only 15.7 pounds, making it light enough to move alone. It also has a small size of only 17.8x15.2x9.3 inches which will make it easy to find a spot for and easy to store if necessary. Additionally, it offers high speed USB connection and is compatible with Windows and Mac operating systems.

When it comes to user reviews, overall they are pretty mixed. While many buyers tend to enjoy their purchase, quite a few regret the decision too. One major complaint is that the HP C5273 ink doesn't last as long as it should, but others say the low printer ink yield is worth the end result.