Description
The Epson Expression Photo XP-970 6-Colour A3/A4 Multifunction Inkjet Photo Printer [C11CH45501] is a premium 3-in-1 photo printer combining Print, Copy and Scan functionality with Epson's six-colour Claria Photo HD ink system. Designed for photographers, creative users and families, the XP-970 produces vibrant borderless photos up to A3 while also handling everyday A4 documents. The XP-970 is now an older-generation model and has been replaced by the new Epson Expression Photo XP-980.

The Epson Expression Photo XP-970 is now an older-generation model. For a new printer purchase, we recommend the Epson Expression Photo XP-980.
Already own an XP-970? You can continue using Epson 277XL Claria Photo HD ink cartridges.
Please note: the new XP-980 uses a different 279/279XL ink cartridge family. XP-970 and XP-980 ink cartridges are not interchangeable.
✓ Print, Copy & Scan – versatile 3-in-1 multifunction design
✓ Professional 6-colour Claria Photo HD ink system
✓ Borderless photo printing up to A3
✓ Maximum print resolution up to 5760 x 1440 optimised dpi
✓ 4" x 6" photos in as fast as approximately 11 seconds
✓ 4.3-inch colour touchscreen with gesture navigation
✓ Dedicated photo paper tray
✓ Rear feed for A3 and specialty media
✓ Wi-Fi & Wi-Fi Direct wireless printing
✓ Direct printing onto compatible inkjet printable CDs/DVDs
✓ Uses Epson 277 / 277XL six-colour ink cartridges
Premium 6-Colour A3 Photo Printing
The Epson Expression Photo XP-970 was designed for users who want more than a conventional four-colour home inkjet printer. Its six-colour Claria Photo HD ink system adds Light Cyan and Light Magenta to the standard Black, Cyan, Magenta and Yellow colours.
This expanded colour palette helps produce smoother tonal gradations, more natural-looking skin tones and vibrant photographic output, making the XP-970 particularly suitable for family photos, creative projects and enthusiast photography.

Key Specifications
- Model: Epson Expression Photo XP-970
- Product Code: C11CH45501
- Functions: Print, Copy, Scan & Photo
- Printing Technology: Epson MicroPiezo Inkjet
- Ink Colours: 6 – Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Light Cyan & Light Magenta
- Ink Type: Epson Claria Photo HD
- Maximum Print Resolution: 5760 x 1440 optimised dpi
- Black ISO Print Speed: Up to approximately 8.0ppm
- Colour ISO Print Speed: Up to approximately 8.5ppm
- 4" x 6" Photo: As fast as approximately 11 seconds
- Maximum Photo Size: Borderless A3
- Main Paper Capacity: Up to 100 sheets A4 plain paper
- Scanner Type: A4 flatbed CIS colour scanner
- Scanner Resolution: Up to 1200 x 4800 dpi
- Display: 4.3-inch colour touchscreen
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct & USB
- Direct Disc Printing: Yes – compatible inkjet printable CD/DVD media
- Compatible Ink: Epson 277 / 277XL Claria Photo HD
XP-970 Replacement – Upgrade to Epson XP-980
If you are replacing an existing XP-970 or purchasing a new six-colour A3 photo multifunction printer, consider the newer Epson Expression Photo XP-980.
The XP-980 continues the same core concept: a compact 6-colour Print, Copy, Scan and Photo multifunction printer with borderless A3 capability. It introduces Epson's newer printing platform while retaining the six-colour Claria Photo HD system.
The newer XP-980 offers ISO print speeds of approximately 9.28ppm Black and 8.80ppm Colour, dual-band 2.4GHz/5GHz Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct, Ethernet, mobile printing and a 4.3-inch colour touchscreen.
Epson 277XL Ink Cartridges for XP-970
The Epson XP-970 uses six individual Epson 277 / 277XL Claria Photo HD ink cartridges. Existing XP-970 owners can replace each colour individually as required.
Browse the complete Epson 277XL Claria Photo HD ink range, including:
- 277XL Black
- 277XL Cyan
- 277XL Magenta
- 277XL Yellow
- 277XL Light Cyan
- 277XL Light Magenta
Need all six colours? View the Epson 277XL 6-Colour Claria Photo HD Value Pack.
Important: XP-970 and XP-980 Use Different Ink Cartridges
Although the XP-980 replaces the XP-970 and both printers use six-colour Claria Photo HD technology, their cartridges are not the same.
- Epson XP-970: 277 / 277XL ink cartridges
- Epson XP-980: 279 / 279XL ink cartridges
If you are upgrading from an XP-970 to an XP-980, existing spare 277/277XL cartridges should not be assumed to fit the new printer.
Borderless A3 Photo Printing
The XP-970 can produce stunning borderless photos up to A3 size using its rear paper feed, making it suitable for enlargements, wall photos, artwork and creative projects without requiring a dedicated large-format photo printer.
True BorderFree printing is supported on selected media sizes including 4" x 6", 5" x 7", A4 and A3.
Fast 4" x 6" Photo Printing
For everyday photo printing, the XP-970 can produce a 4" x 6" photo in as fast as approximately 11 seconds under Epson's specified test conditions.
A dedicated photo paper tray also makes switching between everyday A4 documents and photo printing more convenient.
4.3-Inch Colour Touchscreen
The large 4.3-inch colour touchscreen with gesture navigation provides convenient access to printer, copy, scan and photo functions directly from the printer.
The XP-970 also supports PC-free photo printing using compatible memory cards.
Wi-Fi & Mobile Printing
Built-in Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Direct make the XP-970 suitable for wireless printing from compatible computers, smartphones and tablets.
This allows multiple household or office users to access the printer without requiring a permanent USB connection.
Print Directly onto CDs & DVDs
Creative users can also print directly onto compatible inkjet printable CDs and DVDs, providing additional flexibility for personalised media and presentation projects.
Need Lower-Cost A3 Photo Printing?
For users with substantially higher photo printing volumes, consider Epson's refillable six-colour Epson EcoTank Photo ET-8550 A3+ Photo Printer.
The ET-8550 uses Epson's cartridge-free EcoTank system and is designed for users who want premium six-colour photo output with significantly higher ink capacity.
XP-970 vs XP-980
The new Epson Expression Photo XP-980 follows the same successful formula as the XP-970: compact multifunction design, six-colour Claria Photo HD inks and borderless A3 photo printing.
For existing XP-970 owners, there is no need to replace a working printer simply because a newer model is available. Epson 277/277XL ink cartridges remain available. For customers purchasing a new printer, however, the XP-980 is the current-generation model to consider.
Ideal For
- Photography enthusiasts
- Families printing high-quality photos at home
- Creative and craft projects
- Borderless A3 photo printing
- Students and home users
- Small creative studios
- Existing XP-970 owners looking for 277XL ink
| PRINTER TYPE | ||
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| Expression Photo XP-970 | C11CH45501 | |
| PRINTING METHOD | On-demand Inkjet (piezoelectric) | |
| NOZZLE CONFIGURATION | 180 nozzles Black, 180 nozzles each colour (Cyan, Yellow, Magenta, Light Cyan, Light Magenta) | |
| MINIMUM INK DROPLET VOLUME | 1.5 Picolitres | |
| RESOLUTION | ||
| 5760 x 1440 optimised dpi with (with Variable Sized Droplet Technology) | ||
| PRINT SPEED | ||
| BLACK TEXT (Normal) A4 | 8.5 ISO ppm | |
| COLOUR TEXT (Normal) A4 | 8.0 ISO ppm | |
| Photo 4" x 6" (10 x 15cm)2 | Approx. 11 sec | |
| + When printed on Epson Premium Glossy Photo Paper | ||
| PAPER HANDLING | ||
| PAPER SIZES | A3 (through Rear paper tray), A4, Letter, Legal, 8x10", 5x7", 4x6", 3.5x5", 5x8", A6, A5, B5, Half Letter, Envelopes: No10, DL, C6 | |
| PAPER HOLD CAPACITY | Input capacity: 100 sheets, A4 Plain paper (75g/m2) | |
| True BorderFree printing is available for the following media sizes: 4" x 6", 5" x 7", A4, and A3 (through rear paper tray). Media types recommended: Premium Glossy Photo paper A4, 4"x6" and 5"x7", Matte Paper - Heavyweight. BorderFree prints are media dependent. |
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Scanner |
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| SCANNER TYPE | Flatbed colour image scanner | |
| SENSOR TYPE | CIS | |
| DOCUMENT SIZE | Up to A4 | |
| PIXEL DEPTH | Input 48bit/colour (16bit/B&W) / output 24bit/colour (1bit/B&W) | |
| SCANNING RESOLUTION | 1200 x 4800 dpi | |
| MONO SCAN SPEED | A4 1200dpi 2.8mSec/line | |
| COLOUR SCAN SPEED | A4 1200dpi 8.3mSec/line | |
Copy Function |
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| COPY SPEED+# | ||
| Copy Speed Black Text (A4 Letter) Copy Speed Colour Text (A4 Letter) |
7.5 ipm 7.0 ipm |
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| Reduction / Enlargement | 25-400%, Auto Fit Function | |
General |
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| WHAT'S IN THE BOX | ||
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| OPERATING SYSTEMS | ||
| PRINTER DRIVERS* | Windows XP/XP Professional x64 Edition/Vista/7/8/8.1/10/11. Mac OS X 10.6.8 or later |
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| * Drivers if available are downloadable from Tech Epson | ||
| ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| RATED VOLTAGE | AC 220 ~ 240V | |
| RATED FREQUENCY | 50 ~ 60Hz | |
| POWER CONSUMPTION | Approx. 17W (copying, ISO/IEC 24712), 8.2W (Ready Mode), 1.2W (Sleep Mode) | |
| NOISE LEVEL# | ||
| NOISE LEVEL # | 4.9dB 36dB |
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| #According to ISO7779 Pattern with Premium Glossy Photo Paper / Photo RPM mode. | ||
| INTERFACES | ||
| CONNECTIVITY | Hi-Speed USB Compatible with the USB 2.0 Specification | |
| NETWORKING | 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi, 10-Base-T, 100 Base-TX Ethernet WiFi Direct, Bluetooth |
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| MOBILE DEVICE PRINTING | Epson Connect: Epson Email Print, Epson iPrint Apple AirPrint Google Cloud Print |
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| LCD SCREEN | 4.3" / 10.9cm TFT Colour LCD | |
| CARD SLOTS: Built in: | CF Type II, SD, Memory Stick Duo | |
| Supported Memory Cards: | Compact Flash (memory card only), MicroDrive, Memory Stick Duo, MagicGate memory Stick Duo, memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo, Memory Stick Micro |
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| PICTBRIDGE | Yes | |
| PRINTER SOFTWARE (AVAILABLE ON CD-ROM ONLY) | ||
| SOFTWARE TOOLS | Epson Event Manager (EpsonScan Assistant, Attach to Email) Epson Easy Photo Print Epson Print CD Online |
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| WARRANTY | ||
| 12 months return to base | Standard | |
| Optional Additional 2 Year Warranty | 2YWXP970 | |
| Epson Warranty | ||
| PRODUCT DIMENSIONS | 479mm (W) x 356mm (D) x 148mm (H) | |
| WEIGHT | 8.7kg | |
| LIGHTFASTNESS | ||
| INK CARTRIDGES | ||
| STANDARD INK CARTRIDGES | 277 Black, 277 Magenta, 277 Yellow, 277 Cyan, 277 Light Cyan, 277 Light Magenta | |
| HIGH CAPACITY INK CARTRIDGES | 277XL Black, 277XL Magenta, 277XL Yellow, 277XL Cyan, 277XL Light Cyan, 277XL Light Magenta | |
| STANDARD INK CARTRIDGE YIELDS | Approx. Black 240 pages, Colour Composite 360 pages | |
| HIGH CAPACITY INK CARTRIDGE YIELDS | Approx. Black 500 pages, Colour Composite 740 pages | |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What replaces the Epson Expression Photo XP-970?
The newer Epson Expression Photo XP-980 is the current-generation model to consider. Epson Australia launched the XP-980 in 2026 while the XP-970 is now listed in Epson's Back Catalogue.
Which ink cartridges does the Epson XP-970 use?
The XP-970 uses six Epson 277 / 277XL Claria Photo HD ink cartridges: Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Light Cyan and Light Magenta.
Does the XP-980 use the same ink as the XP-970?
No. The XP-970 uses Epson 277/277XL, while the newer XP-980 uses Epson 279/279XL cartridges.
Can the XP-970 print A3?
Yes. The XP-970 supports borderless A3 photo printing through its rear paper feed.
Can the XP-970 scan A3 documents?
No. Although the printer can print up to A3, its flatbed scanner supports originals up to A4 size.
How many ink colours does the XP-970 use?
It uses six individual Claria Photo HD colours: Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Light Cyan and Light Magenta.
Should I replace a working XP-970?
Not necessarily. Existing XP-970 owners can continue using the printer and purchasing 277/277XL replacement inks. For a new printer purchase, consider the newer XP-980.
Last Updated: 1 October 2026

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