Press Products

[Pinellas Guy]

I am new to photography in general but got a question on press products.

I am in the process of designing 5x7 Birth Announcements for my sister-in-law/brother. This will be a short run of about 50 cards.

Are these done on glossy/matte/satin finish? Does it make a difference if they are printed on a digital or offset press. Do the pro labs use offset for a short run? I can get 50 printed at a place like overnightprints.com for less than $20 or can get 50 for more than double at Nations Photo Lab or Mpix.

Any input will be appreciated.

Kyle

[OsmosisStudios]

Do you know and understand the differences between 'digital' and 'offset press'?

[Pinellas Guy]

I know the textbook response via a quick google search. Can't say I have seen two different press cards one done digital and one offset press to see the difference.

The announcement is going to have 4 photos.

[OsmosisStudios]

I dont understand why the different system is in any way relevant then. Unless theres a particular reason to use one or the other, who cares? Use whatever is within your budget and easiest. Call around and have some proofs made if it's that important.