Compact 6-Colour Professional Photo Printer for 4 × 6-Inch Photos, Double-Sided Cards, Events, Photo Retail and On-Site Production

The Epson SureLab SL-D500 is a compact professional photo production printer designed for businesses that need high-quality 10 × 15 cm / 4 × 6-inch photo output from a small, portable and flexible printing platform.

Designed for photo retailers, event photography, hospitality, designers, artists, copy shops and photo-booth environments, the SL-D500 combines Epson Micro Piezo inkjet technology, a six-colour UltraChrome D6r-S ink system, automatic sheet feeding and USB, Ethernet and Wi-Fi connectivity.

Its compact design is particularly useful where workspace is limited or where a photo printer needs to be transported between locations.

For higher-volume environments, up to three SL-D500 printers can be stacked to create a compact production arrangement.

Professional Highlights

✅ Professional Photo Production — Designed for commercial photo-printing applications

✅ 10 × 15 cm / 4 × 6-Inch Output — Optimized for popular photo formats

✅ Up to 250 4 × 6 Prints per Hour — Maximum specified production speed under applicable conditions

✅ 180 10 × 15 cm Prints per Hour — Standard specified production speed

✅ 6-Colour UltraChrome D6r-S Ink — Black, Cyan, Light Cyan, Magenta, Light Magenta and Yellow

✅ 70 ml Ink Tanks per Colour — Continuous ink supply system designed to reduce user intervention

✅ 100-Sheet Auto Sheet Feeder — Supports efficient sheet-fed photo production

✅ Simplex & Duplex Media Handling — Supports suitable single- and double-sided photo products

✅ Borderless 4 × 6 Printing — For compatible 102 × 152 mm media

✅ USB + Ethernet + Wi-Fi — Flexible local and network connectivity

✅ Compact & Portable — Approximately 299 mm wide and 7 kg without media and ink

✅ Stackable Design — Up to three units can be stacked for suitable production environments

Designed for Professional Photo Production

The SL-D500 is not positioned as a conventional home photo printer.

It is part of Epson's SureLab commercial photo-production family and is designed for businesses producing customer-facing photographic products.

Possible applications include:

• Passport-style and ID photo workflows
• Event photographs
• Photo-booth output
• Hospitality photographs
• Tourist photographs
• Customer photo prints
• Promotional photographs
• Photo cards
• Calendars
• Double-sided photo products
• Personalized photo merchandise workflows

Software, media and required finished format should be verified for specialized applications such as official identification photographs.

6-Colour UltraChrome D6r-S Ink System

The SureLab SL-D500 uses Epson UltraChrome D6r-S ink technology with six colours:

• Black
• Cyan
• Light Cyan
• Magenta
• Light Magenta
• Yellow

The addition of light cyan and light magenta supports the smooth tonal reproduction required in photographic output.

Each colour uses a 70 ml ink supply.

Epson Micro Piezo Printing Technology

The SL-D500 uses Epson's Micro Piezo drop-on-demand inkjet technology with Variable Sized Droplet Technology.

This printing system is designed for photographic applications where tonal transitions, colour reproduction and image detail are important.

Actual output quality depends on factors including:

• Source image quality
• Image resolution
• Colour management
• Selected media
• Printer settings
• Application
• Maintenance condition

Photo Print Productivity

Epson specifies:

• Standard Speed: Approximately 180 prints/hour at 10 × 15 cm
• Maximum Speed: Up to approximately 250 prints/hour at 4 × 6 inches

These figures should be treated as manufacturer-specified production measurements rather than guaranteed throughput for every workflow.

Actual production speed varies according to print mode, image, media, network, computer and workflow conditions.

4 × 6-Inch Photo Printing

The SL-D500 is particularly focused on the popular:

10 × 15 cm / 4 × 6-inch photo format

Borderless printing is supported on compatible:

102 × 152 mm / 4 × 6-inch media

This makes the printer particularly relevant for high-frequency small-format photographic production.

Simplex & Duplex Photo Products

The automatic sheet-feeding system supports suitable simplex and duplex media.

Supported print sizes for the duplex feeder range from approximately:

9 × 13 cm / 3.5 × 5 inches

to:

10 × 15 cm / 4 × 6 inches

This enables businesses to move beyond conventional single-sided photo prints and produce suitable double-sided products such as:

• Photo cards
• Personalized cards
• Mini calendars
• Promotional photo products

The correct Epson-supported duplex media should be selected for double-sided production.

100-Sheet Auto Sheet Feeder

The SL-D500 incorporates an automatic sheet feeder with capacity for up to 100 sheets with applicable media.

This supports unattended feeding for suitable production runs and reduces the need to load individual sheets manually.

Actual loading capacity depends on the media being used.

Compact Professional Design

The SL-D500 has been designed around a small footprint.

Printer Dimensions

Approximately:

299 × 350 × 154 mm

With Tray

Approximately:

299 × 400 × 154 mm

Weight

Approximately:

7 kg without media and ink

The relatively compact size makes it useful for:

• Photo counters
• Event locations
• Hotel desks
• Photo booths
• Retail kiosks
• Small studios
• Temporary production locations

Stackable Production

Where additional production capacity is required, up to three SL-D500 printers can be stacked to create a compact production tower.

This allows a business to expand output using multiple printers without requiring the footprint associated with some larger production systems.

Actual workflow management and production capacity depend on the software and operating environment.

USB Connectivity

The printer supports Hi-Speed USB compatible with USB 2.0 specifications.

USB can be useful for straightforward workstation-to-printer installations.

Ethernet Connectivity

Built-in Ethernet supports:

• 100BASE-TX
• 10BASE-T

This allows the SL-D500 to operate in compatible wired-network environments.

Wi-Fi Connectivity

The SL-D500 includes wireless LAN support for:

IEEE 802.11b/g/n

Wi-Fi can be particularly useful where physical network cabling is inconvenient, such as temporary event installations or flexible retail environments.

Network suitability and security should be assessed according to the customer's IT environment.

Epson Cloud Solution PORT

The SL-D500 supports Epson Cloud Solution PORT.

For compatible business environments, Epson's cloud-based tools can provide printer-related monitoring and operational information.

Feature availability and account requirements should be confirmed for the intended region and deployment.

Epson Order Controller

The SL-D500 is also compatible with Epson's applicable Order Controller workflow software.

This can be useful for commercial photo environments managing photo-production orders.

Software availability, licensing and system requirements should be checked separately.

Technical Specifications

Brand: Epson
Series: SureLab
Model: SL-D500
Product Type: Compact Professional Photo Production Printer
Example Regional SKU: C11CK56301BX

Printing Technology

• Epson Micro Piezo drop-on-demand inkjet
• Variable Sized Droplet Technology
• High-performance photo printing head

Print Productivity

• Approximately 180 × 10 × 15 cm prints/hour at standard specified speed
• Up to approximately 250 × 4 × 6-inch prints/hour at maximum specified speed

Ink System

• Epson UltraChrome D6r-S
• 6 colours
• 70 ml per colour

Ink Colours

• Black
• Cyan
• Light Cyan
• Magenta
• Light Magenta
• Yellow

Media Handling

• Automatic sheet feeder
• Simplex printing
• Duplex printing with compatible media
• Up to 100 sheets with applicable media

Print Size

Approximately:

• 9 × 13 cm / 3.5 × 5 inches
• Up to 10 × 15 cm / 4 × 6 inches through applicable feeder workflow

Borderless Printing

• 102 × 152 mm / 4 × 6 inches with compatible media

Interfaces

• Hi-Speed USB
• Ethernet 100BASE-TX / 10BASE-T
• Wireless LAN IEEE 802.11b/g/n

Power Consumption

Approximately:

• 18 W: Operating
• 4 W: Ready mode

Noise

Approximately:

• 46 dB(A) during applicable sheet operation

Dimensions

• 299 × 350 × 154 mm
• 299 × 400 × 154 mm with tray

Weight

Approximately:

• 7 kg without media and ink

Operating Environment

• Temperature: approximately 10–35°C, subject to media conditions
• Humidity: approximately 20–80%, non-condensing, subject to media conditions

Epson T54C Ink

The SL-D500 uses compatible Epson T54C ink supplies.

Relevant ink references include:

• T54C Black
• T54C Cyan
• T54C Magenta
• T54C Yellow
• T54C Light Cyan
• T54C Light Magenta

Always verify the complete Epson consumable part number and regional compatibility before ordering replacement ink.

Applications

The SureLab SL-D500 can be considered for:

Photo Retail

Suitable for businesses offering customer photo-printing services.

Professional Photography

Useful as a compact production option for suitable professional photo workflows.

Events

Its compact and portable design can support on-location photo printing at events.

Photo Booths

Can be incorporated into compatible photo-booth and event-photo workflows.

Hotels & Hospitality

Potential applications include guest photography, attractions and suitable personalized photo products.

Designers & Artists

Suitable for small-format photographic and creative output where the supported print sizes meet the requirement.

Copy & Print Shops

Can extend a print shop's services into compact professional photo production.

Event Photography Workflow

A typical compatible event workflow may look like:

Camera → Computer / Photo Application → SL-D500 → Finished 4 × 6 Photo

The exact workflow depends on the camera system, image-processing application, printer driver and event software.

The printer should not be assumed to include complete event-photo workflow software.

Things to Verify Before Ordering

Please confirm:

• Required print size
• Required daily/monthly production volume
• Single- or double-sided printing requirement
• Media type
• Borderless requirement
• Computer operating system
• USB, Ethernet or Wi-Fi connection
• Required photo workflow software
• Colour-management requirements
• Ink availability
• Media availability
• Number of printers required
• Current UAE configuration
• Power-cable requirements
• Applicable regional warranty

Who Should Consider the SL-D500?

The Epson SureLab SL-D500 may be suitable for:

• Photo retailers
• Professional photographers
• Event photographers
• Photo-booth operators
• Hotels
• Hospitality businesses
• Tourist attractions
• Copy shops
• Designers
• Artists
• Small photo-production environments
• Businesses needing portable 4 × 6 photo production

Who May Need a Different Printer?

The SL-D500 is strongly focused on compact small-format photo production.

A different printer may be more appropriate if the requirement is primarily:

• A4 office documents
• A3 photography
• Large-format photographs
• Posters
• Roll-fed wide-format production
• General office printing
• High-volume document printing

Selecting a printer around the actual output size and production workflow is more important than simply selecting a professional photo model.

How to Use

1. Position the printer on a suitable stable surface.
2. Install the correct Epson ink supplies.
3. Load compatible photo media into the automatic sheet feeder.
4. Connect through USB, Ethernet or Wi-Fi.
5. Install the applicable Epson driver and software.
6. Select the correct media type and print settings.
7. Prepare the image using the required photo workflow.
8. Run a test print where colour accuracy is important.
9. Confirm output quality before beginning production.
10. Maintain the printer according to Epson's instructions.

Request a Quote or Order in the UAE

Looking for the Epson SureLab SL-D500 professional photo printer for a photo shop, studio, event, hospitality or photo-booth application?

NEOTECH® can assist with current availability, quotation and pre-order configuration checks across the UAE.

Before ordering, please confirm:

• Quantity
• Required photo size
• Expected print volume
• Simplex or duplex requirement
• Required connectivity
• Required ink
• Required photo media
• Application or workflow software

For price, availability or a formal quotation:
Email: support@neotech.ae

Please verify the exact regional SKU, included accessories, consumables and applicable warranty before purchase.

Learn First. Decide Second.

Delivery – UAE

Delivery is available within the United Arab Emirates.

Order Cut-Off: 14:00 GST
Handling: 1–2 business days where applicable
Standard Transit: Approximately 3–5 business days after handling
Typical Total Delivery: Approximately 4–7 business days for confirmed available products

For non-stock or special-order configurations, delivery may extend to approximately 10–15 working days or up to 25 working days after payment/order confirmation, depending on supplier/manufacturer availability.

Current stock and lead time should be confirmed before ordering.

FAQ - Epson SureLab SL-D500

Q: What is the Epson SureLab SL-D500?
A: It is a compact commercial photo-production printer designed primarily for small-format professional photo printing.

Q: What is the main print size of the SL-D500?
A: It is particularly designed around 10 × 15 cm / 4 × 6-inch photo production, with applicable supported media beginning around 9 × 13 cm / 3.5 × 5 inches.

Q: Can the SL-D500 print borderless photos?
A: Yes. Epson specifies borderless printing on compatible 102 × 152 mm / 4 × 6-inch media.

Q: How fast is the Epson SL-D500?
A: Epson specifies approximately 180 10 × 15 cm prints per hour at its standard speed and up to approximately 250 4 × 6-inch prints per hour at maximum specified speed. Actual throughput varies by workflow and settings.

Q: Which ink does the SL-D500 use?
A: It uses Epson UltraChrome D6r-S six-colour ink in Black, Cyan, Light Cyan, Magenta, Light Magenta and Yellow.

Q: What is the ink capacity?
A: Epson specifies 70 ml per colour.

Q: Does the SL-D500 support double-sided printing?
A: Yes, with suitable supported duplex media and the appropriate workflow.

Q: Can it print 4 × 6 photos on both sides?
A: Yes, compatible 10 × 15 cm duplex media can be used for products such as double-sided photo cards.

Q: Does the SL-D500 have Wi-Fi?
A: Yes. It supports IEEE 802.11b/g/n wireless networking.

Q: Does it have Ethernet?
A: Yes. It includes 100BASE-TX / 10BASE-T Ethernet.

Q: Can it connect by USB?
A: Yes. Hi-Speed USB connectivity is supported.

Q: How many sheets can it hold?
A: Epson specifies a 100-sheet automatic sheet feeder with applicable media. Capacity can vary according to media.

Q: Is the Epson SL-D500 portable?
A: It is relatively compact and lightweight for a commercial photo-production printer, weighing approximately 7 kg without media and ink.

Q: Can multiple SL-D500 printers be stacked?
A: Yes. Epson states that up to three units can be stacked for suitable production environments.

Q: Is this an inkjet printer or dye-sublimation printer?
A: It is an Epson Micro Piezo inkjet photo printer using UltraChrome D6r-S ink. It is not a dye-sublimation printer.

Q: Is the SL-D500 suitable for event photography?
A: Yes. Epson specifically positions it for applications including events and photo-box environments, subject to the required workflow and production volume.

Q: Is it suitable for photo shops?
A: Yes. Photo retail is one of its intended commercial applications.

Q: Can it print A4 photographs?
A: No. The SL-D500 is focused on smaller photo formats up to approximately 10 × 15 cm / 4 × 6 inches in its applicable feeder workflow. An A4-capable photo printer should be selected if A4 output is required.

Q: Does it support Epson Cloud Solution PORT?
A: Yes. The SL-D500 supports Epson Cloud Solution PORT.

Q: Does the printer include ink and media?
A: Package contents and starter consumables can vary by regional SKU. Confirm the exact UAE-supplied configuration before ordering.

Q: What warranty is included in the UAE?
A: Warranty coverage can vary by country, regional SKU and sales channel. Confirm the applicable UAE warranty before purchase rather than assuming warranty terms published for another region.

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Contact - NEOTECH® UAE

For availability, configuration clarification or quotation:

Email: support@neotech.ae
Address: Store 13, Computer Building, Al Fahidi, Bur Dubai, Dubai 44245, UAE

Disclaimer - NEOTECH® UAE

Epson, SureLab, UltraChrome and related product names are trademarks or product identifiers of their respective owners.

Specifications, software, consumables, regional SKUs, package contents and warranty arrangements may vary by country or configuration. Manufacturer print-speed figures are measured under specified test conditions and should not be interpreted as guaranteed production throughput.

Customers should verify the exact regional model, media requirements, ink supplies, operating-system compatibility, software requirements, included accessories, current availability and applicable UAE warranty before ordering.

Last Updated: 27 September 2026 (GST, UTC+4)