GALERIE Smooth Gloss paper features the very latest HDR (High Dynamic Range) optically clear coating and coupled with recent advancements in inkjet receiving layer design, makes this the reference media for producing images with superb clarity, high sharpness and excellent colour gamut. The high-density, resin coated heavyweight base and smooth “bright white” gloss finish creates the look and feel of a superior photographic print. With the added benefit of being “touch dry” from the printer, this gloss media is the “choice of professionals”. Smooth Gloss is compatible with all high quality dye and pigment based inkjet printers.
GALERIE Smooth Gloss paper features the very latest HDR (High Dynamic Range) optically clear coating and coupled with recent advancements in inkjet receiving layer design, makes this the reference media for producing images with superb clarity, high sharpness and excellent colour gamut. The high-density, resin coated heavyweight base and smooth “bright white” gloss finish creates the look and feel of a superior photographic print. With the added benefit of being “touch dry” from the printer, this gloss media is the “choice of professionals”. Smooth Gloss is compatible with all high quality dye and pigment based inkjet printers.
GALERIE Smooth Gloss paper features the very latest HDR (High Dynamic Range) optically clear coating and coupled with recent advancements in inkjet receiving layer design, makes this the reference media for producing images with superb clarity, high sharpness and excellent colour gamut. The high-density, resin coated heavyweight base and smooth “bright white” gloss finish creates the look and feel of a superior photographic print. With the added benefit of being “touch dry” from the printer, this gloss media is the “choice of professionals”. Smooth Gloss is compatible with all high quality dye and pigment based inkjet printers.
GALERIE Smooth Gloss paper features the very latest HDR (High Dynamic Range) optically clear coating and coupled with recent advancements in inkjet receiving layer design, makes this the reference media for producing images with superb clarity, high sharpness and excellent colour gamut. The high-density, resin coated heavyweight base and smooth “bright white” gloss finish creates the look and feel of a superior photographic print. With the added benefit of being “touch dry” from the printer, this gloss media is the “choice of professionals”. Smooth Gloss is compatible with all high quality dye and pigment based inkjet printers.
Last updated at 07/24/2024 14:53:54
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I tried different papers from B&H. All papers of different brands are good and neatly packed.But this paper is exceptional, it dries fast before you pickup from printer.Regarding color and looks are fantastic. I doubt I will look for different paper.
originally posted on bhphotovideo.com
I got hooked on this paper stock recently and think it's an excellent and viable option for any photographer looking for very high quality paper to print on. It's the only 4x6 (I knowingly) could find without rounded edges...The paper picks up the ink (almost) exactly from what I get from my calibrated monitor (NEC PA272) - I've always needed color corrections/curves regardless, but it's a very small amount on this paper. The texture is also very nice and reads really well when presenting to people.Maybe it's B&H's fault, maybe it's ilfords fault. Why is this paper almost always out of stock? I thought it was new in Ilford's line? Really unfair and such a tease. 1 star knocked off.Please - Ilford and B&H step your game up and make this paper more readily ... MoreI got hooked on this paper stock recently and think it's an excellent and viable option for any photographer looking for very high quality paper to print on. It's the only 4x6 (I knowingly) could find without rounded edges...The paper picks up the ink (almost) exactly from what I get from my calibrated monitor (NEC PA272) - I've always needed color corrections/curves regardless, but it's a very small amount on this paper. The texture is also very nice and reads really well when presenting to people.Maybe it's B&H's fault, maybe it's ilfords fault. Why is this paper almost always out of stock? I thought it was new in Ilford's line? Really unfair and such a tease. 1 star knocked off.Please - Ilford and B&H step your game up and make this paper more readily available.
originally posted on bhphotovideo.com
I wanted to try printing textured paper and decided to pick up some small sheets of this Washi Torinoka paper to experiment with. Am totally satisfied with the look and feel of this paper. The paper has a beautiful subtle texture that adds depth to whatever is printed on it. Though the paper feels thinner than typical photo paper, it has strength and feeds beautifully in my Canon Pro 1000 printer. It is lovely for toned B&W prints with a soft textured look. I tried printing a color image on this paper and while it worked, the color looks dull and washed out. Since I only wanted the paper for toned B&W prints, it's exactly what I was looking for.
| Surface | Gloss |
| Opacity | 99% |
| Ink Type | Pigment & Dye |
| Media Type | RC Photo Paper |
| Caliper | 310 micron (12mil) |
I tried different papers from B&H. All papers of different brands are good and neatly packed.But this paper is exceptional, it dries fast before you pickup from printer.Regarding color and looks are fantastic. I doubt I will look for different paper.
I got hooked on this paper stock recently and think it's an excellent and viable option for any photographer looking for very high quality paper to print on. It's the only 4x6 (I knowingly) could find without rounded edges...The paper picks up the ink (almost) exactly from what I get from my calibrated monitor (NEC PA272) - I've always needed color corrections/curves regardless, but it's a very small amount on this paper. The texture is also very nice and reads really well when presenting to people.Maybe it's B&H's fault, maybe it's ilfords fault. Why is this paper almost always out of stock? I thought it was new in Ilford's line? Really unfair and such a tease. 1 star knocked off.Please - Ilford and B&H step your game up and make this paper more readily ... MoreI got hooked on this paper stock recently and think it's an excellent and viable option for any photographer looking for very high quality paper to print on. It's the only 4x6 (I knowingly) could find without rounded edges...The paper picks up the ink (almost) exactly from what I get from my calibrated monitor (NEC PA272) - I've always needed color corrections/curves regardless, but it's a very small amount on this paper. The texture is also very nice and reads really well when presenting to people.Maybe it's B&H's fault, maybe it's ilfords fault. Why is this paper almost always out of stock? I thought it was new in Ilford's line? Really unfair and such a tease. 1 star knocked off.Please - Ilford and B&H step your game up and make this paper more readily available.
I wanted to try printing textured paper and decided to pick up some small sheets of this Washi Torinoka paper to experiment with. Am totally satisfied with the look and feel of this paper. The paper has a beautiful subtle texture that adds depth to whatever is printed on it. Though the paper feels thinner than typical photo paper, it has strength and feeds beautifully in my Canon Pro 1000 printer. It is lovely for toned B&W prints with a soft textured look. I tried printing a color image on this paper and while it worked, the color looks dull and washed out. Since I only wanted the paper for toned B&W prints, it's exactly what I was looking for.
My printer is a Canon Prograf 1000. It is an excellent printer, but to get optimum results one must select the proper icc profile AND the proper media type. When printing this paper you must select high density fine art paper. The only way to print this paper on my printer is to use the manual feed, which is designed to accommodate papers exceeding 299gms. The minimum size paper that can be manually fed is 8x10. If you select a smaller size cut sheet the printer will error out and freeze. I tried other media types but the output was poor. I called Canon for tech support and they verified the foregoing and recommended not trying to print this paper using other media types. Ilford is apparently aware of this issue. In summary, while this paper has a wonderful feel, ... MoreMy printer is a Canon Prograf 1000. It is an excellent printer, but to get optimum results one must select the proper icc profile AND the proper media type. When printing this paper you must select high density fine art paper. The only way to print this paper on my printer is to use the manual feed, which is designed to accommodate papers exceeding 299gms. The minimum size paper that can be manually fed is 8x10. If you select a smaller size cut sheet the printer will error out and freeze. I tried other media types but the output was poor. I called Canon for tech support and they verified the foregoing and recommended not trying to print this paper using other media types. Ilford is apparently aware of this issue. In summary, while this paper has a wonderful feel, one must be careful to check the printer will print this size.
I don't consider myself a pro, but I've been taking and printing my own photos for over 20 years and always get compliments when I take photos for my friends and family. I have a Epson XP-15000 photo printer and always used Epson paper, but I decided to give Ilford a shot because they have many different types of paper. But when I compare my prints with the Epson paper and this paper, there's not much of a difference, if any. Maybe I can experiment in the future and may see a difference, but for now I'm pretty disappointed.
I've never used an Ilford paper I didn't like, and that's also true of this Gold Raster Silk paper. But it was a bit unexpected.First, it has a very machined surface texture. Nothing organic about it. It prevents the paper from being too shiny while still enabling it to present deep saturated colors and blacks.The unexpected part was the paper's thinness. It feels much flimsier than its weight rating would suggest. Avoiding inadvertent creasing/fold marks requires real care. And you can almost see through the paper against a light backing.I can recommend Raster Silk best for applications where it will be backed by some type of mounting. It's a good printing surface but...
This paper is outstanding. The color reproduction, contrast, blacks, and saturation are great. I have used this with black and white and color images on my Canon Pro 300 printer, and have been very impressed with the results. Images print well without ICC profiles set up in the canon print software, but it is nice to have them from Ilford if you want to use them. I have printed using the canon professional print and layout as well as just from preview on my mac, both have yielded great results.
This paper was on back order for some time now, but B&H finally got it in. Used Epson ultra premium 5x7 for years, but finally went with Ilford after a friend's recommendation. The specs on this paper are slightly better then Epson, and I can see the difference with my prints. Also, this paper is of better value too. Try some and you won't be disappointed.
I've never written a review here before, but I want to warn others that after years of happily printing on this paper, I received two 250 sheet packages today that were completely defective. At first I thought my print heads were dragging, but upon close inspection, the paper itself had abrasions across every single sheet. Yes, all 500 had streaks down the length of the paper. It appears there was a problem at the factory and quality control didn't catch these. I've asked B&H for a refund, but now I'm afraid to purchase this again. Not happy! See attached images for reference.
The Galerie Satin paper providess OK results (I take landscapes). Unfortunately, I could not find an icc profile for the Canon Pixma Pro-10 printer. Ilford doesn't list an icc profile for that printer and I havben't found a suitable substitute icc profile.I prefer the Ilford Galerie Smooth Gloss and Ilford Galerie Smooth Pearl papers. Both of these papers have Ilford icc profiles for the Pixma Pro-10.
| Surface | Gloss |
| Opacity | 99% |
| Ink Type | Pigment & Dye |
| Media Type | RC Photo Paper |
| Caliper | 310 micron (12mil) |
