With a budget of RM500.. there are basically 2 printers in our local market to choose from. (KL prices for both printer are hovering around RM450)

Canon IP4200 (4 colour printer - dye ink)
http://site-my.canon-asia.com/index.cfm?fu...rod_type=ip4200

Epson R230 (6 colour printer - dye ink)
http://www.epson.com.my/products/printers/...hoto_R230.shtml

It's best to let the specifications speak for themselves.  In terms of photography printing, my personal preferences for Photo Printer has been for those that offer more vibrant colour reproductions i.e. 6 colour / 8 colour printers.

In terms of cost of printing.. well R230 ezCISS is available, IP4200 ezCISS I dare not risk bringing in due to the new chipped canon cartridges used.

As with Pro photography printing, it's best to have the necessary monitor and printer calibration equipment for better reproduction.

Cost of printing aside, I suggest that you review/compare the printer specifications should it meet your printing needs.  There are Canon Fans and Epson Fans, some swear one is better then the other.. some need speed, some need colour, some need it cheap.. some want it all!

In terms of printhead life, well that argument is never ending.  Best just to say publically "take good care of your printer".  Many blame OEM inks when it's acutally due to bad maintenance.  Of course there are poor quality inks in the market too, you just have to choose wisely.

For your kind consideration, I hope that it helps 
Sorry ezCISS for PG-40 &CL-41 type cartrdiges not avaialable for the moment.

Cheers!

I have problem with my CISS, the inks are leaking out from the reservoir....
Here's the pic i taken

*Any warranty or replacement ?

onimusha_m16

Looks like spilt ink to me.  The air filters are saturated with ink.  With correct use, the air filters should be clean and white. 

Did the ink tank drop or somebody knock it over?  It's been 3 months since you received it in good condition.

Please contact me via MSN -> ezciss@gmail.com or email me with more info.

I'll do my best to resolve your predicament.

Cheers!

Please visit my online store for more info HERE  Speccial Discount for R230 set!
Ever noticed Canon has phased out the non-chipped cartridges with their latest range of printers?  Their newer models are following HP style technology. 

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Anyways - 1 year Anniversary of heavy duty ezCISS printing for me already.  Print like mad without a care.. Printhead still fine & the printer has already exceeded  its lifespan with the "Modifications" made.  For all my Epson customers, you know what I'm talking about 

As usual, catch me via MSN for any help required.  You know I'll solve it for you.  Your investment is with confidence!

Cheers!

Bro.. HP27/ HP28 type have to DYI .. you can handle?