With the compact size and small desktop footprint the stylus SX400 is the perfect solution for those looking for the functionality of a printer, scanner and copier without takes up too much space. The SX400 not only offers all of these things for an affordable price but also offers direct printing from memory cards and digital cameras and documents copying with the need for a PC. If you want to get the best out of the SX400 and access all it has to offer it best to use it with a PC. The scanner has an impressive 1200dpi resolution which enables it to produces great quality scans on a variety of different documents including photos for which t comes with editing software. The photocopier also makes use of the impressive scanner and produces copies in standard resolution for a good balance of speed and quality. The area in which the SX400 really shines is in its print quality which is amazingly good considering the price of this device, anything from and basic pages of text to a high resolution borderless photo print is pin sharp and full of vivid colour tones. The speed in which it prints is less impressive however and although inkjet printers in general are not own for their speed, the SX400 is slower than average. Running costs for the SX400 are depend on which type of printer ink cartridges you use, genuine Epson SX400 ink cartridges will set you back over £30 for a set of four while the compatible Epson ink cost half the price at £15.