Lexmark S302 Ink
Impact S302 Ink Cartridges

Lexmark S302 Printer Review

Though not one of the more popular Lexmark printers that has been released over the years, the Lexmark Impact S302 is a compact inkjet printer with color capabilities, standard built-in features and multiple functions. Though primarily designed to handle the printing needs of a small office or home, this unit also makes accurate copies and scans documents. The S302 will save space and time by combining all of these machines into one.

Wireless connection is possible if needed, as well as a standard USB port and ethernet interface for networking. The S302 is compatible with all major operating systems, including Windows and Mac. The Energy Star certification means this color inkjet printer has met all of the environmental requirements. It is compact, weighing less than 15 pounds with a frame that will fit comfortably on any desk or table.

There are four Lexmark S302 ink cartridges, holding cyan, magenta, yellow and black printer ink. The low yield of 600 pages per Impact S302 ink cartridge makes this not an ideal unit for offices with daily needs. Printing speeds range from 20 to 25 pages per minute, which is above the average output rate for machines in the same class. The quality is also above average. When using only black Lexmark S302 ink, a maximum resolution of 2400x1200 dpi can be created, providing crisp and clear black-and-white documents. The impressive resolution of 4800x1200 dpi that is created by the color Impact S302 ink will make vivid and precise photos.

The PictBridge connection allows users to attach a digital camera directly to the MFP. It has all of the features and functions that a home or small office would need, and the availability of compatible Lexmark S302 ink will keep it affordable over the years. Overall, the S302 is a good value.