Epson EcoTank Photo ET-8500 A4 Colour Multifunction Ink Tank Printer+552 Ink [C11CJ20501]

The Epson EcoTank Photo ET-8500 A4 Colour Multifunction Ink Tank Printer [C11CJ20501] is a premium six-colour photo printer designed for photographers, creative enthusiasts, families and home offices seeking outstanding photo quality with the convenience of cartridge-free printing. Featuring Epson's Claria ET Premium six-colour ink system, automatic double-sided printing, wireless connectivity and a large 4.3-inch colour touchscreen, the ET-8500 combines professional-looking photographs with economical everyday document printing.

Premium Six-Colour EcoTank Photo Printing

The Epson EcoTank Photo ET-8500 is designed to deliver detailed, vibrant photographs while maintaining the convenience and economy of refillable ink tanks.

Unlike standard four-colour ink tank printers, the ET-8500 features a sophisticated six-colour ink system that includes both pigment Black and dye-based Photo Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow and Grey inks.

The additional Photo Black and Grey inks help improve tonal gradation, photographic detail and monochrome photo reproduction.

Key Specifications

• Brand: Epson
• Series: EcoTank Photo
• Model: ET-8500
• Manufacturer Part Number: C11CJ20501
• Printer Type: A4 Colour Ink Tank Multifunction Printer
• Functions: Print, Copy, Scan
• Printing Technology: Epson MicroPiezo Inkjet
• Ink System: Six-Colour Refillable EcoTank
• Ink Bottle Series: Genuine Epson 552 / T552
• Ink Colours: Black, Photo Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Grey
• Maximum Print Resolution: 5760 x 1440 Optimised dpi
• ISO Print Speed: Up to 16ppm Black / 12ppm Colour
• 4 x 6-Inch Photo Print Speed: Approximately 15 Seconds (Draft/Specified Photo Mode)
• Automatic Duplex Printing: Yes
• Maximum Standard Paper Size: A4
• Borderless Printing: Up to A4
• Scanner: A4 Colour Flatbed
• Optical Scan Resolution: 1200 x 4800 dpi
• Automatic Document Feeder: No
• Fax: No
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct, Ethernet, Hi-Speed USB
• Display: 4.3-Inch Colour Touchscreen
• Memory Card Support: SD-Compatible Card Slot
• CD/DVD Printing: Yes, with Compatible Printable Media
• Dimensions: 403 x 369 x 162mm (W x D x H)
• Weight: Approximately 8.4kg

Claria ET Premium Six-Colour Ink Technology

The Epson ET-8500 uses six individually refillable ink tanks to produce vibrant colour photographs, detailed graphics and sharp everyday documents.

• Pigment Black: Designed for crisp text and everyday documents.
• Photo Black: Supports richer photographic blacks and improved tonal detail.
• Cyan: Reproduces blue and cyan tones.
• Magenta: Supports red, pink and magenta colour reproduction.
• Yellow: Produces yellow tones and contributes to a broad colour range.
• Grey: Improves tonal transitions and monochrome photo reproduction.

The refillable EcoTank design eliminates conventional disposable ink cartridges and allows users to replenish individual colours when required.

Borderless A4 Photo Printing

The ET-8500 supports borderless photo printing up to A4, making it suitable for producing photographs, creative artwork and personalised printed projects at home.

Its high-resolution printing system supports:

• Family photographs and portraits
• Travel and landscape photography
• Black-and-white photo prints
• Creative artwork and illustrations
• Greeting cards and invitations
• Scrapbooking and craft projects
• Small promotional materials

For optimal photographic results, use compatible Epson photo papers and the appropriate print settings.

Automatic Duplex Printing

The Epson EcoTank Photo ET-8500 features automatic double-sided printing for compatible paper sizes and media.

This allows users to print reports, school assignments, correspondence and other documents on both sides of the paper without manually turning the sheets over.

Automatic duplex printing can help reduce paper consumption for everyday document printing.

Flexible Paper Handling

The ET-8500 provides multiple paper paths to accommodate everyday documents, photographs and selected specialty media.

• Main Paper Cassette: Up to 100 Sheets of A4 Plain Paper
• Photo Paper Capacity: Up to 20 Sheets of Compatible Premium Glossy Photo Paper
• Rear Paper Feed: Up to 50 Sheets, Depending on Media
• Rear Straight Paper Path: Supports Selected Media up to 1.3mm Thick
• Panoramic Printing: Supports Compatible Long Media through the Rear Straight Paper Path

Media capacities vary by paper type and thickness. Always follow Epson's supported media specifications.

Genuine Epson 552 Replacement Ink Bottles

The Epson EcoTank Photo ET-8500 uses Genuine Epson 552 (T552) ink bottles in six colours.

Find matching replacement inks at OZ Toner:

• Epson 552 Pigment Black Ink Bottle
• Epson 552 Photo Black Ink Bottle
• Epson 552 Cyan Ink Bottle
• Epson 552 Magenta Ink Bottle
• Epson 552 Yellow Ink Bottle
• Epson 552 Grey Ink Bottle

Need all six colours? Browse the complete Epson 552 ink bottle range for individual bottles and available multipacks.

Important Ink Compatibility Note: The Australian Epson ET-8500 uses Epson 552 ink bottles. Epson 522 and other EcoTank ink families should not be substituted.

High-Capacity Ink Bottle Yields

Genuine Epson 552 replacement ink bottles provide approximate document yields of:

• Black: Up to 6,700 pages
• Colour: Up to 6,200 pages

These figures represent Epson's specified document printing yields, not the number of borderless photographs obtainable from a bottle. Actual results vary significantly according to image coverage, paper type, printing settings and usage conditions.

Wi-Fi, Ethernet and Mobile Printing

The Epson EcoTank Photo ET-8500 supports flexible connections for home and shared office environments.

• Wi-Fi: Wireless printing through a compatible network.
• Wi-Fi Direct: Direct wireless connection with supported devices.
• Ethernet: Wired network connectivity.
• USB: Direct connection to a compatible computer.
• Apple AirPrint: Convenient printing from compatible Apple devices.
• Epson Smart Panel: Mobile setup, printing and scanning functions.

4.3-Inch Touchscreen and SD Card Printing

The large 4.3-inch colour touchscreen provides convenient access to printer functions, settings and photo printing workflows.

A built-in SD-compatible memory card slot also allows supported photographs to be accessed directly through the printer interface without requiring a connected computer.

Direct CD/DVD Printing

The Epson ET-8500 supports direct printing onto compatible inkjet-printable CDs and DVDs using its dedicated disc printing tray.

This feature is useful for personalised discs, photographic projects and small creative production tasks.

Flatbed Scanning and Copying

The built-in A4 flatbed scanner offers an optical resolution of up to 1200 x 4800 dpi, making it suitable for scanning photographs, documents, artwork and other originals.

Standalone copying functions are also available through the printer's touchscreen.

Please Note: The ET-8500 does not include an automatic document feeder or fax functionality.

Related Epson EcoTank Photo Printers

Explore other Epson EcoTank printers at OZ Toner:

• Epson EcoTank Photo ET-8550 – Six-colour EcoTank photo printer with A3+ printing capability.
• Epson EcoTank ET-2950 – A4 wireless multifunction EcoTank printer for everyday documents.
• Epson EcoTank Pro ET-5800 – Business-focused EcoTank multifunction printer with automatic document feeding.

Who Should Choose the Epson EcoTank Photo ET-8500?

• Photography Enthusiasts: Detailed colour and black-and-white photo printing.
• Creative Professionals: Artwork, illustrations and promotional projects.
• Families: Home photographs, schoolwork and everyday documents.
• Craft Enthusiasts: Cards, scrapbooking and personalised creations.
• Home Offices: A combination of high-quality photos and routine document printing.

What's Included in the Box?

• 1 x Epson EcoTank Photo ET-8500 Printer
• 1 x Genuine Epson 552 Pigment Black Initial Ink Bottle
• 1 x Genuine Epson 552 Photo Black Initial Ink Bottle
• 1 x Genuine Epson 552 Cyan Initial Ink Bottle
• 1 x Genuine Epson 552 Magenta Initial Ink Bottle
• 1 x Genuine Epson 552 Yellow Initial Ink Bottle
• 1 x Genuine Epson 552 Grey Initial Ink Bottle
• Power Cord
• Setup Documentation and Installation Materials

Note: A USB printer cable is not included as standard. Included ink yields may differ from replacement bottle yields.

Warranty and Support

The Epson EcoTank Photo ET-8500 includes a standard 12-month return-to-base manufacturer's warranty in Australia.

Eligible customers may receive an additional 12 months of return-to-base warranty by registering their new printer with Epson within 12 months of purchase, subject to Epson's terms and conditions.

Last Updated: 3 October 2026