Go Back   Texas Photo Forum > Photography Information > Printroom

WHCC vs MPIX

This is a discussion on WHCC vs MPIX within the Printroom forums, part of the Photography Information category; I've only gotten test prints from WHCC and I really like the quality of photos and paper that I received ...

Reply
 
LinkBack Thread Tools Display Modes
  (#1) Old
Forum Regular
 
m_mphotography's Avatar
 
Posts: 562
Join Date: May 2008
Location: Tulsa, OK
Real First Name: Marleny
Camera: D80
Can Others Edit My Photos: Yes
iTrader Rating: (1)
WHCC vs MPIX - 10-24-2008, 01:17 PM

I've only gotten test prints from WHCC and I really like the quality of photos and paper that I received 3 days after uploading my files. Shipping is free, and fast. Í'm wondering if any of you have any input on how MPIX compares with WHCC?? Pricing? quality? shipping? papers? etc!! I just read that MPIX is partnering with Zenfolio to host photos for display and any sales are fulfilled through MPIX. anyone familiar with this?? if so, have you used it and how does it work? what is your evaluation?

---------------------------
Thanks for looking...!

Nikon D80, 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6, 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6, 50mm f/1.8, 85mm f/1.8, SB600,
My website
My blog
Digg this Post!Add Post to del.icio.usBookmark Post in TechnoratiFurl this Post!
Reply With Quote
Sponsored Links

Premium Members do not see Google or Vibrant advertisements. SIGN UP today and help support our community.
  (#2) Old
Forum Regular
 
BeccaJ's Avatar
 
Posts: 681
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: Rosharon
Real First Name: Rebecca
Camera: Canon
Can Others Edit My Photos: Yes
iTrader Rating: (1)
10-24-2008, 02:52 PM

i liked my mpix prints that i got...actually really liked them. but shipping wasnt free. sorry, i have no comparison yet...but i will gladly use mpix for prints in the future. buuut..

shipping was free from whcc? i think ill try them too. I've got some prints to make, and ive been wanting to try an album from them also (tho im sure album shipping probably isnt free, lol)

---------------------------
Facebook : Blog : Twitter (BDavis516)
Digg this Post!Add Post to del.icio.usBookmark Post in TechnoratiFurl this Post!
Reply With Quote
  (#3) Old
Member
 
dive4fun's Avatar
 
Posts: 92
Join Date: Jul 2005
Location: Princeton, Texas
Real First Name: Kay
Camera: Canon 5d
Can Others Edit My Photos: Yes
iTrader Rating: (1)
10-24-2008, 02:55 PM

I have used both and much prefer WHCC. They are fast, easy, and have great CS. If there is any mistake, they quickly ship the fix free. In my opinion, MPIX is not even in their league!

---------------------------
Kay McIntire

Canon stuff
Digg this Post!Add Post to del.icio.usBookmark Post in TechnoratiFurl this Post!
Reply With Quote
  (#4) Old
Forum Regular
 
Corrie's Avatar
 
Posts: 591
Join Date: Mar 2007
Location: Cypress
Real First Name: Corrie
Camera: 5D
Can Others Edit My Photos: No
iTrader Rating: (0)
10-24-2008, 03:08 PM

LOVE WHCC. They always give me lollypops.

---------------------------
Corrie
Digg this Post!Add Post to del.icio.usBookmark Post in TechnoratiFurl this Post!
Reply With Quote
  (#5) Old
Senior Member
 
picman's Avatar
 
Posts: 426
Join Date: Feb 2006
Location: Sugar Land
Real First Name: Brian
Camera: Canon & Nikon
iTrader Rating: (0)
10-24-2008, 06:45 PM

WHCC - soon to be opening a lab in Mesquite.

Love the quality, service and those lollypops
Digg this Post!Add Post to del.icio.usBookmark Post in TechnoratiFurl this Post!
Reply With Quote
  (#6) Old
Forum Regular
 
Shelby Lane's Avatar
 
Posts: 887
Join Date: Oct 2006
Location: Victoria
Real First Name: Shelby
Camera: Nikon
Can Others Edit My Photos: Yes
iTrader Rating: (0)
10-24-2008, 06:48 PM

WHCC shipping is free if it's shipped to you and you meet their minimum order. Shipping is free with Millers, too (the pro parent of MPIX). Got an email this week that was a reminder to turn in your tax info to WHCC if you don't want to be charged sales tax, now that they're in Texas.

---------------------------
www.shelbylane.net
blog

"Stop acting as if life is a rehearsal. Live this day as if it were your last. The past is over and gone. The future is not guaranteed." Wayne Dyer
Digg this Post!Add Post to del.icio.usBookmark Post in TechnoratiFurl this Post!
Reply With Quote
  (#7) Old
Permanently Banned
 
CaptainTom's Avatar
 
Posts: 15,305
Join Date: Apr 2005
Location: Fort Worth, Tx
Real First Name: Tom
Camera: canon
Can Others Edit My Photos: Yes
iTrader Rating: (21)
10-24-2008, 10:11 PM

Both are outstanding labs. Try more from each lab and you'll probably find things you like about each. If one lab suits your style better, that's the one to deal with. You won't get bad service or bad product from either one.
Digg this Post!Add Post to del.icio.usBookmark Post in TechnoratiFurl this Post!
Reply With Quote
  (#8) Old
Premium Member
 
wondershots's Avatar
 
Posts: 803
Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: Houston (Westchase), TX
Real First Name: Jim
Camera: Canon 7D
Can Others Edit My Photos: Yes
iTrader Rating: (2)
10-25-2008, 08:34 PM

I've had nothing but good experiences with both companies. Like Shelby says, WHCC will start charging sales tax if you don't have a tax id.

---------------------------
Wondershots Photo Blog
www.wondershots.com
Digg this Post!Add Post to del.icio.usBookmark Post in TechnoratiFurl this Post!
Reply With Quote
  (#9) Old
Pro Pretty Girl Shooter
 
txphotog's Avatar
 
Posts: 1,030
Join Date: Apr 2005
Location: Southeast Texas-Beaumont area
Real First Name: Justin
Camera: Canon 7D and Canon 40d
Can Others Edit My Photos: Yes
iTrader Rating: (1)
Send a message via AIM to txphotog
10-25-2008, 11:56 PM

I just order my first order from Mpix the other day so as soon as it comes in I'll post my results. After checking both websites Mpix seems easier to use and WHCC seems to be geared more toward working professionals.

---------------------------
Canon 7D, Canon 40d, Canon 20d, Canon 1d, Canon Elan 7e, Canon 24-70 2.8L, Canon 70-200 2.8L, Canon 16-35 2.8L, Canon 85 1.8, Canon 580ex flash,Canon 420ex, Lensbaby 2.0 with macro filters, Alien Bee B400, Sandisk Compact Flash Cards
Digg this Post!Add Post to del.icio.usBookmark Post in TechnoratiFurl this Post!
Reply With Quote
  (#10) Old
Forum Master
 
Jenny Z's Avatar
 
Posts: 1,135
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: Garland
Real First Name: Jennifer
Camera: Canon
Can Others Edit My Photos: Yes
iTrader Rating: (1)
Send a message via AIM to Jenny Z
10-26-2008, 10:37 AM

Quote:
Originally Posted by picman View Post
WHCC - soon to be opening a lab in Mesquite.

Love the quality, service and those lollypops
Oh snap, really? SQUEE!!
Digg this Post!Add Post to del.icio.usBookmark Post in TechnoratiFurl this Post!
Reply With Quote
  (#11) Old
Pro Pretty Girl Shooter
 
txphotog's Avatar
 
Posts: 1,030
Join Date: Apr 2005
Location: Southeast Texas-Beaumont area
Real First Name: Justin
Camera: Canon 7D and Canon 40d
Can Others Edit My Photos: Yes
iTrader Rating: (1)
Send a message via AIM to txphotog
10-28-2008, 12:39 AM

Just got my first order back from MPIX and all that I can say is WOW!! Every print looks just as I expected and came pack very well. Will certainly use again.

---------------------------
Canon 7D, Canon 40d, Canon 20d, Canon 1d, Canon Elan 7e, Canon 24-70 2.8L, Canon 70-200 2.8L, Canon 16-35 2.8L, Canon 85 1.8, Canon 580ex flash,Canon 420ex, Lensbaby 2.0 with macro filters, Alien Bee B400, Sandisk Compact Flash Cards
Digg this Post!Add Post to del.icio.usBookmark Post in TechnoratiFurl this Post!
Reply With Quote
  (#12) Old
Forum Regular
 
RightAngle's Avatar
 
Posts: 828
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: Fort Worth
Real First Name: Andy
Camera: 1D MKIIN & 5D MKII
Can Others Edit My Photos: No
iTrader Rating: (10)
10-28-2008, 01:23 AM

I use MPIX all the time and have for quite some time and I have been impressed with every order I get. Their CS is amazing, if its wrong they send another print no questions asked.

As far as pairing up with zenfolio it works very very well. The drop shipping option makes things significantly easier to deal with and keeps things a lot more hassle free from my end.

I really cant say enough positive about MPIX but at the same time I know LOTS of people who feel the same about other labs.

---------------------------
Canon Cameras & Lenses - Mac Computers - DW Drums
Digg this Post!Add Post to del.icio.usBookmark Post in TechnoratiFurl this Post!
Reply With Quote
  (#13) Old
Pro Pretty Girl Shooter
 
txphotog's Avatar
 
Posts: 1,030
Join Date: Apr 2005
Location: Southeast Texas-Beaumont area
Real First Name: Justin
Camera: Canon 7D and Canon 40d
Can Others Edit My Photos: Yes
iTrader Rating: (1)
Send a message via AIM to txphotog
10-28-2008, 01:31 AM

I really didnt like having to pay extra for the luster coat as my local lab charges the same for matte, glossy or luster. It wasnt a huge cost and was well worth it but just different in some way. Can anyone tell me if the MPIX luster is different from other luster papers? Is it an actual liquid (or spray) coat?

---------------------------
Canon 7D, Canon 40d, Canon 20d, Canon 1d, Canon Elan 7e, Canon 24-70 2.8L, Canon 70-200 2.8L, Canon 16-35 2.8L, Canon 85 1.8, Canon 580ex flash,Canon 420ex, Lensbaby 2.0 with macro filters, Alien Bee B400, Sandisk Compact Flash Cards
Digg this Post!Add Post to del.icio.usBookmark Post in TechnoratiFurl this Post!
Reply With Quote
  (#14) Old
Member
 
ddphotography's Avatar
 
Posts: 215
Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: North Texas
Real First Name: Deb
Camera: Olympus
iTrader Rating: (0)
10-28-2008, 08:44 PM

I have only used MPIX for my sports buttons and they do a fantastic job on those, I have probably order more than 100 from them over the past 2 months, every time, wonderful results, have had to send NOTHING back!! VERY happy with them for the buttons
Digg this Post!Add Post to del.icio.usBookmark Post in TechnoratiFurl this Post!
Reply With Quote
  (#15) Old
Forum Master
 
Jenny Z's Avatar
 
Posts: 1,135
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: Garland
Real First Name: Jennifer
Camera: Canon
Can Others Edit My Photos: Yes
iTrader Rating: (1)
Send a message via AIM to Jenny Z
12-05-2008, 01:38 PM

I just placed a big print/Christmas card order with WHCC, and I am absolutely thrilled with them. The quality is fantastic. Throwing a tootsie pop in with each box is a nice touch :D
Digg this Post!Add Post to del.icio.usBookmark Post in TechnoratiFurl this Post!
Reply With Quote
  (#16) Old
Living in the Light
 
JohnT's Avatar
 
Posts: 10,381
Join Date: Dec 2005
Location: Ft. Worth
Real First Name: John
Camera: 5D, 7D, LX3
Can Others Edit My Photos: No
iTrader Rating: (20)
12-05-2008, 01:52 PM

Quote:
Originally Posted by txphotog View Post
I really didnt like having to pay extra for the luster coat as my local lab charges the same for matte, glossy or luster. It wasnt a huge cost and was well worth it but just different in some way. Can anyone tell me if the MPIX luster is different from other luster papers? Is it an actual liquid (or spray) coat?
MPIX's Luster Coat is an actual clear spray that's applied to the photograph. It's optional so that's why they charge extra for it.

---------------------------
I am merely a sojourner on this planet called Earth.
MarkOneFifteen
Digg this Post!Add Post to del.icio.usBookmark Post in TechnoratiFurl this Post!
Reply With Quote
  (#17) Old
Uber Poster
 
boxofrocks's Avatar
 
Posts: 3,579
Join Date: Sep 2005
Location: Coppell
Real First Name: Tom
Camera: Nikon
Can Others Edit My Photos: Yes
iTrader Rating: (8)
Send a message via Skype™ to boxofrocks
12-05-2008, 01:54 PM

Quote:
Originally Posted by dive4fun View Post
I have used both and much prefer WHCC. They are fast, easy, and have great CS. If there is any mistake, they quickly ship the fix free. In my opinion, MPIX is not even in their league!
This.

But those lolipops are kinda starting to pile up on me.

---------------------------
thomasmanchester.com

To improve is to change; to be perfect is to change often.
-Sir Winston Churchill
Digg this Post!Add Post to del.icio.usBookmark Post in TechnoratiFurl this Post!
Reply With Quote
Reply

Tags
mpix, whcc

Thread Tools
Display Modes

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Trackbacks are On
Pingbacks are On
Refbacks are On



Visit Our Sponsors

Google Sponsors

Premium Members do not see Google or Vibrant advertisements. SIGN UP today and help support our community.

Copyright ©2008, Abel Longoria - www.TexasPhotoForum.com
Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.4
Copyright ©2000 - 2010, Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd.
vBulletin Skin developed by: vBStyles.com