Epson Expression Photo XP-8700 Driver for Windows and Macintosh OS.
Microsoft Windows Supported Operating System
Windows 11
Windows 10 (32/64 bit)
Windows 8 (32/64 bit)
Windows 7 SP1 (32/64bit)
Windows XP SP3 (32/64bit)
Supported OS: Windows 11, Windows 10 32-bit & 64-bit, Windows 8.1 32-bit & 64-bit, Windows 8 32-bit & 64-bit, Windows 7 32-bit & 64-bit
Supported OS: Windows 10 32-bit, Windows 8 32-bit, Windows 7 32-bit, Windows XP 32-bit
Supported OS: Windows 11, Windows 10 64-bit, Windows 8 64-bit, Windows 7 64-bit, Windows XP 64-bit
Supported OS: Windows 11, Windows 10 32-bit & 64-bit, Windows 8 32-bit & 64-bit, Windows 7 32-bit & 64-bit
Apple Supported Operating System
Mac OS X 14 Sonoma
Mac OS X 13 Ventura
Mac OS X 12 Monterey
Mac OS X 11 Big Sur
Mac OS X 10.15 Catalina
Mac OS X 10.14 Mojave
Mac OS X 10.13 High Sierra
Mac OS X 10.12 Sierra
Mac OS X 10.11 El Capitan
Mac OS X 10.10 Yosemite
Mac OS X 10.9 Mavericks
Mac OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion
Mac OS X 10.7 Lion
Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard
Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard
Supported OS: Mac OS X Leopard 10.5, OS X Snow Leopard 10.6, OS X Lion 10.7, OS X Mountain Lion 10.8, OS X Mavericks 10.9, OS X Yosemite 10.10, OS X El Capitan 10.11, MacOS Sierra 10.12, MacOS High Sierra 10.13, MacOS Mojave 10.14, MacOS Catalina 10.15, MacOS Big Sur 11, MacOS Monterey 12, MacOS Ventura 13, MacOS Sonoma 14
Supported OS: Mac OS X Leopard 10.5, OS X Snow Leopard 10.6, OS X Lion 10.7, OS X Mountain Lion 10.8, OS X Mavericks 10.9, OS X Yosemite 10.10, OS X El Capitan 10.11, MacOS Sierra 10.12, MacOS High Sierra 10.13, MacOS Mojave 10.14, MacOS Catalina 10.15, MacOS Big Sur 11, MacOS Monterey 12, MacOS Ventura 13
Epson Expression Photo XP-8700 Specifications
The Epson Expression Photo XP-8700 offers an impressive array of photo-quality features for photography enthusiasts and amateur creatives looking for an all-in-one inkjet printer geared toward high-quality photo printing without venturing into professional printer territory. Packing both functionality and features carefully geared for photo-centric capabilities, not to mention a versatile aesthetic color is at the forefront of the XP-8700 with its six-color Claria Photo HD ink set that allows for borderless photos with the depth and vibrancy one might expect for a professional print. However, the XP-8700’s ability to handle an array of media, including glossy, semi-gloss, matte, and even printable CDs/DVDs, makes it an impressive, versatile asset for the home studio.
Performance-wise, the XP-8700 doesn’t disappoint; it does its best work where it counts: producing pictures with a maximum resolution of 5760×1440 dpi. Here, the images’ finest details and color gradations are exceptional, making the device even more appealing to consumers with an exacting nature for subtlety in their photographic work. Additionally, its photo printing speed is quite good — a positive point considering most photo printing is naturally slower due to higher resolution settings. For direct printing from an SD card, however, a 2.7-inch color LCD and an intuitive interface will make it a cinch to make selections.
Alas, the high-quality output from the printer doesn’t come without ongoing operation costs associated with its Claria ink set — something users will need to consider if they plan on making this foray into printing photos with any regularity. Remember, while the XP-8700 has the capabilities for document printing, likely, businesses or home users that frequently need to perform several different tasks in a given hour might find the XP-8700’s focus on photos limiting. Also, the lack of an automatic document feeder (ADF) means using the scanning and copying functions for large output — something evident when processing double-sided documents — can feel too much like manual labor. Still, for consumers in the market for a dedicated photo-quality printer, the XP-8700 is a potent performer that quite aptly services its niche market, particularly as long as they’re willing to pay the specialty ink piper.