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HP DesignJet Z3200
24" color graphics & photo printer
- ModelZ3200
- Prints24" wide
- Score54/100
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Manufacturer warrantyExtension plans available
Free shippingContinental U.S.
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Analyst take
- The Z3200’s 24-inch width and pigment-ink color set favor presentation graphics, GIS exhibits, and renderings alongside technical drawings.
- Its embedded spectrophotometer and HP Color Center support controlled color workflows, but no measured gamut data is provided here.
- The specified minimum line width of 0.00220 in and line accuracy of +/- 0.010 mm are relevant to CAD output, subject to the full file-to-media workflow.
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- Wide-format reach Prints up to 24" wide on rolls and sheets.
- Ink platform Blue, Gloss enhancer, Green, Light Cyan, Light grey, Light magenta, Magenta, Matte black, Photo black, Red, Yellow.
- Connectivity Ethernet for shared team printing.
- Analyst score Scores 54/100 in our class-relative rating.
Overview
Built for the work
HP Designjet Z3200 24-in Photo Printer, Blue, Gloss enhancer, Green, Light Cyan, Light grey, Light magenta, Magenta, Matte black, Photo…, 6 (magenta and yellow, light magenta and light cyan, photo black and light gray, matte black and…, Photographic (satin, gloss, semi-gloss, matte), proofing (semi-gloss, high-gloss contract,…, > 0.8, 3598.4" (91.4 m), 5.35" (13.6 cm)
- 24″Max print width
- 183 ft²/hRated speed
- 11Ink channels
Spec Analysis
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Expert analysis
What you should know
Key takeaways
- The Z3200’s 24-inch width and pigment-ink color set favor presentation graphics, GIS exhibits, and renderings alongside technical drawings.
- Its embedded spectrophotometer and HP Color Center support controlled color workflows, but no measured gamut data is provided here.
- The specified minimum line width of 0.00220 in and line accuracy of +/- 0.010 mm are relevant to CAD output, subject to the full file-to-media workflow.
- A single roll, with sheet feed and an automatic cutter, is workable for focused runs but less convenient for frequent media switching.
- The supplied operating-system compatibility list is legacy-oriented, so IT validation is essential before deployment.
- The HP Z3200 24-in is the closest same-width family comparison, while the HP DesignJet Z3200ps 44-in is the relevant width step-up.
Color-coded MEP overlays, GIS exhibits, presentation boards, and client-facing renderings ask more of a printer than a clean black plan set. The HP Designjet Z3200 24-in Photo Printer is a 24-inch pigment-ink device built for that visual side of AEC work: it combines blue, green, red, gray, light gray, photo black, and matte black inks with an embedded spectrophotometer and HP Color Center. The result is a machine oriented toward controlled color on photographic, proofing, fine-art, film, banner, and technical media—not simply fast construction-document output.
For an architecture studio or visualization team, that distinction matters in the cyan edge of a coordination diagram and in the deep shadows of an exterior rendering. For a plan room, it is also the reason to look beyond resolution alone. This printer has credible fine-line specifications, but its one-roll configuration and photo-focused media capability shape where it belongs in an AEC fleet.
24" (610 mm)Maximum print width
2400 x 1200 DPIBest-quality print resolution
+/- 0.010 mmSpecified line accuracy
80 GBInternal storage
Where it genuinely fits in AEC work
The Z3200 is particularly well suited to teams that need small-format-wide presentation output alongside technical drawings: architectural renderings, material boards, color-coded site plans, GIS maps, permit exhibits, wayfinding drafts, and photographic documentation. It supports sheets and a single roll, with an automatic cutter that excludes canvas. Standard roll sizes run from 11 to 24 inches, while custom media sizes extend to 24 by 66 inches; maximum print length is stated as 300 ft, subject to the operating system and application.
Fine technical work is not outside its remit. HP specifies a minimum line width of 0.00220 in and line accuracy of +/- 0.010 mm. Those figures are useful context for CAD linework, but they should not be mistaken for a workflow guarantee: PDF processing, driver settings, source-file scale, paper stability, and application settings still determine whether a plotted detail matches the intended scale. For controlled color workflows, the embedded spectrophotometer and HP Color Center are the more distinctive tools. We have no measured ICC gamut data in this record, so there is no basis for turning the ink count into a universal color-fidelity claim.
The operating trade-offs matter more than the headline resolution
This is a single-roll printer. That is manageable for a studio producing a run of consistent media, but it becomes an interruption when bond plans, glossy presentation sheets, and specialty film are all competing for the same device. It also has no stated integrated scanner or copier function in the supplied record, so it is not the natural answer for markups, legacy drawing capture, or scan-to-file workflows.
Connectivity is practical for its generation: Fast Ethernet, USB, an embedded web server, HP Web Jetadmin support, and an 80 GB hard drive are specified. The operating-system list, however, is rooted in Windows Vista, XP, Windows Server 2003/2008, Citrix MetaFrame, and Mac OS X 10.4/10.5. IT teams should therefore validate current driver, authentication, network-security, and job-submission requirements before assigning it a production role. Its 49.7 x 27.2 x 41.2-inch footprint and 143.3 lb weight also warrant a deliberate location rather than an improvised desktop installation.
Estimate plot time for a consistent-media run, then add realistic allowance for roll loading, file preparation, and collection of finished sheets.
One set: – · Weekly plotting time: –
Computed from the manufacturer's rated 183 ft²/h. Real-world mixed sets run slower — treat this as a best case for comparing machines, not a promise.
How it sits within the family
For a team committed to 24-inch photo and presentation work, the HP Z3200 24-in is the closest same-width family comparison to review. If D-size output is no longer enough and presentation boards or larger construction exhibits are routine, the HP DesignJet Z3200ps 44-in is the meaningful width step-up. Conversely, the HP DesignJet Z2100 24-in is the nearer family alternative to assess when a 24-inch device remains the requirement but the color workflow does not justify the Z3200’s particular emphasis.
None of these comparisons should be reduced to nominal resolution. The practical choice turns on how often color-critical materials are needed, whether one loaded roll creates friction, and whether the office needs scanning, copying, high-volume collation, or broader current-platform support. Compare the two 24-inch options directly in the comparison tool, and use the 24-inch class ranking as a broader check rather than a substitute for a media-and-file test.
Useful next steps
The read
The HP Designjet Z3200 24-in Photo Printer makes sense as a focused color and presentation device for AEC teams that value controlled output on varied specialty media, while still needing accurate fine technical lines. It may be less appropriate as the only departmental plotter for mixed-media plan production, scan/copy work, or modern IT-standardized deployment. For an installed-base evaluation, confirm driver viability, network policy fit, and the availability of HP Vivera pigment inks and the specific media your team actually uses before relying on it for project-critical output.
Spec analysis
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The specs that decide it
| Maximum print width | 24 in |
|---|---|
| Printing colors | Blue, Gloss enhancer, Green, Light Cyan, Light grey, Light magenta, Magenta, Matte black, Photo black, Red, Yellow |
| Internal memory | 256 MB |
| Media thickness | > 0.8 |
| Maximum roll diameter | 5.35" (13.6 cm) |
| Ethernet | Yes |
| Power consumption | 200 W |
Specifications
Full technical detail
Max print width24"
ColorColor
ConnectivityEthernet (Gigabit LAN), USB
Use casePhoto / Fine Art
Printing
| Print head | 6 (magenta and yellow, light magenta and light cyan, photo black and light gray, matte black and red, gloss enhancer and gray, blue and green) |
|---|---|
| Printing colors | Blue, Gloss enhancer, Green, Light Cyan, Light grey, Light magenta, Magenta, Matte black, Photo black, Red, Yellow |
| Color management | HP Color Center, HP Vivera pigment inks, HP embedded spectrophotometer |
| Print head nozzles | 12672 |
Performance
| Certification | SWOP, ISO, GRACOL, 3DAP |
|---|---|
| Storage media | HDD |
| Internal memory | 256 MB |
| Built-in processor | Mobile Intel Centrino |
| Processor frequency | 600 MHz |
| Internal storage capacity | 80 GB |
Paper handling
| Media handling | Sheet feed, roll feed, automatic cutter (cuts all media except canvas) |
|---|---|
| Media thickness | > 0.8 |
| Roll top margin | 0.197" (5 mm) |
| Print margin roll | 0.197" (5 mm) |
| Custom media sizes | 216 x 279 to 610 x 1676 mm |
| Maximum media width | 610 mm |
| Maximum roll length | 3598.4" (91.4 m) |
| Maximum print length | 3582.7" (91 m) |
| Standard media sizes | All standard sizes larger than A4 |
| Maximum roll diameter | 5.35" (13.6 cm) |
| Media types supported | Photographic (satin, gloss, semi-gloss, matte), proofing (semi-gloss, high-gloss contract, semi-gloss contract, matte), fine art printing material (smooth, textured, watercolour, satin, aquarella, litho-realistic, canvas), self-adhesive (indoor, vinyl, polypropylene), banner and sign (display film, indoor banner, scrim, polypropylene, Tyvek, outdoor, billboard, PVC-free), bond and coated (bond, coated, heavyweight coated, super heavyweight plus matte, coloured), technical (tracing, translucent bond, vellum), film (clear, matte, polyester), backlit, fabric/textile (flag, polyester, silk) |
| Print margin cut-sheet | 5 x 17 x 5 x 5 |
| Recommended media weight | 500 g/m² |
| Media weights by paper path | 133 lb |
| Maximum length of sheet media | 1676.4 mm |
| Media thickness (by paper path) | Up to 31.5 mil |
| Media sizes supported (imperial) | A, B, C, D |
| Recommended media weight (imperial) | 133 lb |
| Non-printable area roll media (imperial) | 0.2 x 0.2 x 0.2 x 0.2 in (full bleed available on glossy/satin roll media) |
Ports & interfaces
| USB port | Yes |
|---|---|
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| USB connector | USB Type-A |
| RJ-45 ports quantity | 1 |
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 1 |
| Ethernet interface type | Fast Ethernet |
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 143.3 lbs (65 kg) |
|---|---|
| Size (imperial) | 49.7" |
| Weight (imperial) | For US, CA, LAR, EMEA (103.6 lb for AP) 143 lb |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 49.7 x 27.2 x 41.2" (1262 x 690 x 1047 mm) |
| Dimension note (metric) | For US, CA, LAR, EMEA (1262 x 661 x 391 mm for AP) |
| Dimension note (imperial) | For US, CA, LAR, EMEA (49.7 x 26 x 15.4 inches for AP) |
| Pallet dimensions (W x D x H) | 57.9 x 30.7 x 29.1" (1470 x 780 x 740 mm) |
| Maximum dimensions (W x D x H) | 49.7 x 27.2 x 41.2" (1262 x 690 x 1047 mm) |
| Product dimensions when open (LxWxD) | 49.7" |
| Pallet dimensions (W x D x H) (imperial) | 57.8 x 30.7 x 29.1" |
Power
| Power requirements | Input voltage (autoranging) 100 to 240 VAC (+/- 10%), 50/60 Hz (+/- 3 Hz), 2 A maximum |
|---|---|
| Power consumption (typical) | 200 W |
Operational conditions
| Storage temperature (T-T) | -25 – 55 °C |
|---|---|
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 59 – 95 °F |
| Operating altitude (imperial) | 9,842 ft |
| Storage relative humidity (H-H) | 0 – 95% |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 20 – 80% |
| Recommended operating temperature range (T-T) | 15 – 35 °C |
Other features
| Safety | IEC 60950-1 compliant, EU LVD and EN 60950-1 compliant, certified by CSA for Canada and US, Argentina IRAM, Singapore PSB, Russia GOST, China CCIB, Taiwan BSMI |
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| Ink drop | 4 pl (lc, lm, lg, pK, E, G), 6 pl (M, Y, mK, R, GN, B) |
| Control panel | 240 x 160 pixel greyscale graphical display with Asian fonts support, 4 direct-access buttons, 7 navigation buttons and 2 bicolour lights (Ready, Processing, Attention, Error) |
| Line accuracy | +/- 0.010 mm |
| Driver updates | Latest Windows printer drivers information available at http:// and more information on all printer drivers available at http:///country/us/en/support.html?pageDisplay=drivers |
| Line width minimum | 0.0022 in |
| Minimum line width | 0.00220" (0.0558 mm) |
| Printer management | HP Web Jetadmin |
| Roll maximum input | 1 |
| Embedded web server | Yes |
| Acoustic power emissions | 6.5 B(A) (active/printing), 4.4 B(A) (standby) |
| Minimum system requirements | Microsoft Windows XP Home, XP Professional: Intel Pentium 4, 1 GHz, 512 MB RAM, 2 GB available hard disk space |
| Electromagnetic compatibility | Compliance for Class B products: EU (EMC Directive), USA (FCC rules), Canada (DoC), Australia (ACA), New Zealand (MoC), China (CCC), Japan (VCCI), Korea (MIC) and Taiwan (BSMI) |
| JetDirect Compatible Products | Y |
| Compatible ink types, supplies | HP Vivera pigment inks |
| Maximum media length (imperial) | 66" |
| Maximum print length (imperial) | 300 ft; Operating system and application dependent |
| Printing material waterfastness | Water-resistant on a range of HP creative and speciaty papers |
| Acoustic power emissions (standby) | 44 dB |
| Print quality (black, best quality) | 2400 x 1200 DPI |
| Print quality (color, best quality) | 2400 DPI |
| Print quality (black, draft quality) | 1200 DPI |
| Acoustic pressure emissions (standby) | 29 dB(A) |
| Media sizes standard (imperial rolls) | Letter to D-size sheets, 11 to 24-in rolls |
| Print quality (black, normal quality) | 1200 DPI |
| Non-printable area (imperial cut-sheet) | 0.2 x 0.67 x 0.2 x 0.2 in |
| Print resolution (color, normal quality) | 1200 x 1200 DPI |
| Minimum system requirements for Macintosh | Mac OS X v10.4, v10.5: PowerPC G3 or Intel Core Processor; 256 MB RAM; 1 GB available hard disk space |
Logistics data
| Quantity per pallet | 1 pc(s) |
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Packaging data
| Package weight | 224.9 lbs (102 kg) |
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| Bundled software | Printer drivers, HP Printer Utility including HP Color Center |
| Package weight (imperial) | 225 lbs |
| Package dimensions (WxDxH) | 57.9 x 30.7 x 29.1" (1470 x 780 x 740 mm) |
| Package dimensions (W x D x H) | 57.8 x 30.7 x 29.1" |
Sustainability
| Sustainability certificates | ENERGY STAR |
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System requirements
| Browser supported | Internet Explorer 5.0 and higher, Netscape 6.0.1 and higher, Safari for Mac OS 10.3 and higher, Mozilla 1.5 and higher |
|---|---|
| Compatible operating systems | Microsoft Windows Vista (32/64-bit), XP Home, XP Professional, XP Professional x64, Server 2008 (32/64-bit), Windows Server 2003 (32/64 bit), Windows Terminal Services, Citrix MetaFrame, Mac OS X v 10.4, Mac OS X v 10.5 |
Everything that fits the HP DesignJet Z3200
The full supplies hub lists every cartridge, printhead, roll and accessory verified against the manufacturer's own documentation for this machine.
14 ink cartridges · 6 printheads · 131 paper & media items · 6 accessories
HP DesignJet Z3200 ink and paper →Supplies
Compatible ink, printheads & media
Genuine consumables that fit the HP DesignJet Z3200 24-in — only the cartridges, printheads and media compatible with this model.
Ink Cartridges 12
HP 70 130-ml Green Ink Cartridge
HP 70 130-ml Gloss Enhancer Ink Cartridge
HP 73 130-ml Chromatic Red Ink Cartridge
HP 70 130-ml Light Magenta Ink Cartridge
HP 70 130-ml Magenta Ink Cartridge
HP 70 130-ml Yellow Ink Cartridge
HP 70 130-ml Blue Ink Cartridge
HP 70 130-ml Light Gray Ink Cartridge
HP 70 130-ml Matte Black Ink Cartridge
HP 70 130-ml Light Cyan Ink Cartridge
HP 70 130-ml Photo Black Ink Cartridge
HP 70 130-ml Gray Ink CartridgePrintheads 6
Paper & Media 62
Representative imageHP Bright White Inkjet Paper, 4-packRepresentative imageMagic Firenze 170gsm Coated Matte Paper (Firenze170)Representative imageMagic 98gsm/26# Coated Matte Paper (DMPG98)Representative image20LB Inkjet Vellum (772)Representative image18LB Inkjet Bond Paper (Translucent) (750)Representative image28LB Inkjet Coated Matte Paper (748)Representative image46LB Inkjet Coated Matte Paper (747)Representative image6.5mil Matte Coated Paper w/ PSA (746PSA)Representative image24LB Inkjet Coated Matte Paper (745)Representative image20LB High Brite Inkjet Bond Paper (740)Representative image24LB Inkjet Bond Paper (731)Representative image24LB Inkjet Coated Matte Paper Economy (714)
HP C3869A plotter paper
HP Matte Film 610 mm x 38.1 m (24 in x 125 ft)
HP C6035A large format media 45.7 m
HP Clear Film 174 gsm-610 mm x 22.9 m (24 in x 75 ft)
HP Q1961A large format media
HP Q1962A large format media
HP Q1967A printing paper A3+ (330×483 mm) Matte 100 sheets White
HP Q1968A large format media 30.5 m Matte
HP Q6579A photo paper Brown, White
HP Q6596A large format media Matte
HP Q1442A large format media 45.7 m
HP Q1445A printing paper Matte
HP Q7897A large format media 45.7 m
HP Matte Proofing 458 mm x 30.5 m (18 in x 100 ft) printing paper
HP Q7971A printing paper Semi-gloss 1 sheets White
HP Q7970A printing paper A3+ (330×483 mm) Semi-gloss 50 sheets White
HP Q8004A large format media 91.4 m
HP Q8049A large format media 30.5 m
HP Artist Matte Canvas A3+ White
HP Collector Satin Canvas-610 mm x 6.1 m (24 in x 20 ft)
HP Q7991A photo paper
HP Q8664A printing paper High-gloss 1 sheets White
HP Q8662A printing paper A3+ (330×483 mm) High-gloss 50 sheets White
HP Q8663A large format media 30.5 m High-gloss
HP Aquarella Art Paper-610 mm x 10.7 m (24 in x 35 ft)
HP Hahnemühle Textured Fine Art Paper 310 g/m²-610 mm x 10.7 m (24 in x 35 ft)
HP Professional Satin 610 mm x 15.2 m (24 in x 50 ft)
HP Q8840A photo paper
HP Q8748A printing film
HP Professional Satin Photo Paper-25 sht/A3+/330 x 483 mm (13 x 19 in)
HP Q8916A photo paper
HP Q8920A photo paper
HP Premium Semi-gloss Proofing Paper-50 sht/A3+/330 mm x 483 mm (13 x 19 in)
HP CG459A photo paper Matte
HP CG463A large format media 30.5 m Semi-gloss
HP CG462A printing paper Semi-gloss White
HP Q1446A plotter paper 45 m 42 cm
HP Baryte Satin Art Paper-610 mm x 15.2 m (24 in x 50 ft)
HP Baryte Satin Art Paper-1118 mm x 15.2 m (44 in x 50 ft)
HP Vivid White Glossy Polyester Film
HP Cockle-free Heavyweight Coated Paper-610 mm x 30.5 m (24 in x 100 ft)
HP Cockle-free Coated Paper-610 mm x 45.7 m (24 in x 150 ft)
HP CG892A large format media
HP CG889A large format media 45.7 m
HP Canvas Paper 180 g/m²-610 mm x 10.7 m (24 in x 35 ft)
HP Self-adhesive Indoor Paper-610 mm x 22.9 m (24 in x 75 ft)
HP CH022A printing film
HP CG459B photo paper White Matte
HP 2-pack Everyday Adhesive Matte Polypropylene-610 mm x 22.9 m (24 in x 75 ft)
HP C2T50A printing film
Questions
Straight answers
Is the HP Designjet Z3200 24-in suitable for D-size AEC drawings?
Yes. The supplied media information lists A, B, C, and D sizes, with standard rolls from 11 to 24 inches wide. Its specified line accuracy and minimum line width also make it relevant to fine CAD linework.
Can it handle presentation materials as well as bond paper?
Yes. Supported media categories include photographic, proofing, fine-art, self-adhesive, banner/sign, bond/coated, technical, film, backlit, and fabric/textile materials. The appropriate media should still be tested against the specific drawing or rendering workflow.
Does it scan and copy marked-up plans?
No scanner or copier capability is stated in the supplied product record. Firms that need wide-format scanning, copying, or archive conversion should treat that as a separate workflow requirement.
What network and management options are specified?
The record specifies Fast Ethernet, USB, an embedded web server, HP Web Jetadmin support, and an 80 GB internal hard drive. Current network-security, authentication, and driver requirements should be validated locally.
What are the practical limits of its media handling?
It accepts one roll at a time and supports sheet feed. The automatic cutter cuts all listed media except canvas, and the specified maximum sheet length is 66 inches.
Which supplies should a buyer confirm before using one?
Confirm local availability of HP Vivera pigment inks and the exact media needed for your workflow. Listed compatible options include HP Artist Matte Canvas A3+ White, HP Matte Film 610 mm x 38.1 m (24 in x 125 ft), and HP Vivid White Glossy Polyester Film.
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