Scanning resolutions are:Optical:1200 x 2400 dpi (Optical)Interpolated:19,200 x 19,200 dpi (Interpolated)It is a bit noisier and slower than my other name-brand budget all-in-one inkjet printer, and the it suffers from the same ink evaporation issues as most other inkjets.

Though the process was a bit tedious, it was a situation where a document feeder couldn't have helped to speed up the process, and the photo quality came out beautiful.

However, it is a bit noisey and slightly shakes while printing so one should use it on a heavy surface.

Even though the printer is heavy for a contemporary one, it does vibrate a bit.

Personally, I would treat this TS5020 as a trusty companion to an inexpensive B&W laser printer

Dedicated B&W printing is handled by a separate cartridge