Quick answer

Choose the Epson SureColor P5360 if you regularly print 17-inch sheets or rolls and want a 10-colour UltraChrome Pro10 setup with dedicated PK/MK lines. Choose the Epson SureColor SC-P706 if your work stays at A3+ or smaller, you want built-in roll support and CD/DVD printing, and you value a compact footprint over a wider carriage.

Print width is the first real decision

The P5360 is a 17-inch (432mm) wide printer, while the SC-P706 is an A3+ model. That difference affects not just the maximum sheet size but the paper paths and roll options you can use. If your jobs include 16×20 or 17-inch wide sheets, the P5360 is the only one of the two that can handle them without tiling. If your largest output is A3+, the SC-P706 keeps the machine smaller and often easier to place in a shared studio.

The P5360 uses the same platform as the P5070, which can matter if you are standardising workflows across multiple printers. The SC-P706 has its own compact A3+ chassis and is designed for desktop use.

Ink configuration and black handling

Both printers use UltraChrome Pro10 ink, but the P5360 is a 10-colour machine with a 10-line Micro Piezo printhead and dedicated PK/MK ink lines. That means you can keep both photo black and matte black available without swapping cartridges, which saves time and reduces waste when you switch between gloss and matte papers. The SC-P706 also uses UltraChrome Pro10 cartridges but is a smaller printer; its black handling includes a Black Enhance Overcoat and dedicated black inks, and it offers an Advanced Black & White Photo Mode for monochrome printing.

If your workflow alternates frequently between glossy and matte media, the P5360's dedicated lines are a practical advantage. If you mainly print on one paper type, the SC-P706's black system may be sufficient.

Media handling and workflow features

The SC-P706 includes built-in roll paper support and CD/DVD printing, which the P5360 does not list in its supplied specifications. That makes the SC-P706 more versatile for mixed-media studios that need to print on discs or use roll paper for banners and long prints at A3+ width. The P5360, by contrast, is focused on wide-sheet and roll printing up to 17 inches, but its roll support is not specified in the supplied facts, so check that detail if roll printing is essential.

Both printers offer a 4.3-inch colour touchscreen and Wi-Fi connectivity. The SC-P706's touchscreen adds gesture control and is described as customisable, while the P5360's screen is a straightforward colour LCD touch panel.

Size, space and everyday use

A 17-inch printer takes up significantly more floor or bench space than an A3+ unit. The P5360 is a larger machine, so confirm your studio has the footprint and clearance for 17-inch sheets or rolls to feed and exit. The SC-P706 is designed as a desktop A3+ printer, which suits smaller spaces or shared desks.

The SC-P706 also offers wired or wireless connectivity, while the P5360 lists Wi-Fi. If you prefer a wired network connection for stability, the SC-P706 gives you that option. Both have touchscreens, but the SC-P706's gesture control may speed up navigation for some users.

Key trade-offs

  • Maximum print width: P5360 prints up to 17 inches wide; SC-P706 tops out at A3+. If you need 16×20 or 17-inch sheets, the P5360 is the only option here. Measure your typical largest print size before deciding.
  • Black ink switching: P5360 has dedicated PK/MK lines, so you avoid swapping black inks. SC-P706 uses dedicated black inks but does not list separate PK/MK lines in the supplied facts. If you frequently alternate between gloss and matte papers, the P5360 reduces interruption.
  • Media versatility: SC-P706 includes built-in roll paper support and CD/DVD printing. The P5360's roll support is not specified in the supplied facts, so confirm if you need it. For disc printing or A3+ roll work, the SC-P706 is the clearer choice.

Product facts

  • Epson SureColor P5360 - 17" 10 Colour printer: 17-inch (432mm) wide with a 10-colour Micro Piezo printhead and dedicated PK/MK ink lines. Lets you print larger sheets and switch between photo and matte black without swapping cartridges, saving time on mixed-media jobs.

    Epson SureColor P5360 - 17" 10 Colour printer

    Epson SureColor P5360 - 17" 10 Colour printer

  • Epson SureColor SC-P706 A3+ Printer: A3+ printer with Black Enhance Overcoat, dedicated black inks, Advanced Black & White Photo Mode, built-in roll paper support and CD/DVD printing. Suits compact studios that need versatile media handling and strong monochrome output without a 17-inch footprint.

    Epson SureColor SC-P706 A3+ Printer

    Epson SureColor SC-P706 A3+ Printer

Which printer fits your studio?

Best for

  • Photographers and studios that regularly print 17-inch wide sheets or rolls
  • Users who switch often between photo black and matte black papers
  • Workspaces with room for a larger printer and a need for 10-colour output

Not for

  • Studios limited to A3+ or smaller prints
  • Users who need built-in CD/DVD printing or confirmed A3+ roll support
  • Very tight spaces where a desktop A3+ printer is the only practical option