DNP Paper: All the Media, Sizes and Prices
DNP photo paper is the consumable for DNP dye-sub printers: what every photo you print uses up. You buy the printer once, but the paper you buy again and again, it's a recurring cost, like the pods for a coffee machine. That's why it pays to understand how it works: sizes, yield per kit and cost per print. This applies just as much to photo booths as to photographers, labs, photo shops and print kiosks.
Not sure how much paper to order? The calculation by number of events is in how much paper a photo booth needs per year.
What DNP Paper Is and How the Kit Works
With dye-sub there's no liquid ink or cartridges: the consumable is a paper + ribbon kit (the colour ribbon) that run in sync. Each kit prints a fixed number of copies, when the ribbon runs out, so does the paper, so the yield is exact and predictable. That makes it very easy to work out how much paper you need for an event or for a month in the shop.
DNP Paper Sizes and Formats
DNP paper comes in several formats depending on the printer and the use:
- 10×15 cm (4×6"), the standard, the most widely used in photo booths and events.
- 15×20 cm (6×8"), for large prints and event posters (DS620/DS820).
- 15×15 cm and photo strips, the DS620 produces them by making the most of the roll with *rewind*.
- Finishes in glossy, matte and *partial matte* depending on the series.
Which DNP Paper Sizes Exist for Each Printer
Every DNP printer takes its own media sizes, and they are not interchangeable between models. These are the ones DNP currently manufactures for each machine, per its official European catalogue:
- DNP DS-RX1HS: 10×15 cm (4×6"), 13×18 cm (5×7") and 15×20 cm (6×8").
- DNP DS620 / SL620: 10×15 cm (4×6"), 13×18 cm (5×7"), 15×20 cm (6×8") and 15×23 cm (6×9").
- DNP QW410: 10×15 cm (4×6") and 11×20 cm (4.5×8"), each in SD and PD finish.
- DNP DS820 / DS820DX: 20×30 cm (8×12") and A4, the large format of the range.
Price and Cost per Print of Each DNP Kit
We supply the 10×15 cm kits direct from the manufacturer, which is what 95% of photo booths and event services use. What decides your margin is not the kit price but the cost per print (kit price divided by the prints it yields):
- DNP RX1 10×15 paper (DS-RX1HS): 170 €, 1,400 prints, ≈0,12 € per photo. 2 rolls + 2 ribbons.
- DNP DS620 10×15 paper (DS620/SL620): 109 €, 800 prints, ≈0,14 € per photo. Paper + ribbon.
- DNP QW410 10×15 SD paper (QW410): 65,22 €, 300 prints, ≈0,22 € per photo. 2 rolls of 150 + ribbon.
- Need 13×18, 15×20, 15×23, 11×20 or 20×30? We supply those too: get in touch with your model and size and we will send you price and lead time.
Pricing for the Large Formats
Other sizes (indicative pricing, confirm availability with us):
- DS620 13×18 (460 prints): from ~110 €, ≈0,24 € per photo.
- DS620 15×20 (400 prints): from ~118 €, ≈0,29 € per photo.
- DS620 15×23 (360 prints): from ~121 €, ≈0,34 € per photo.
- DS-RX1HS 15×20 (700 prints): from ~190 €, ≈0,27 € per photo.
- QW410 11×20 (220 prints): from ~85 €, ≈0,39 € per photo.
- DS820 20×30 (220 prints): from ~170 €, ≈0,77 € per photo.
How Many Copies a Kit Yields (and Cost per Print)
Each DNP kit yields hundreds of copies depending on the format (for example, many more at 10×15 than at 15×20, because each large photo uses more roll). The figure that really matters for your wallet is the cost per print: divide the price of the kit by the copies it yields. With DNP that cost is competitive and stable, and since it's the industry-standard consumable in Europe, there's always stock. You'll find the exact numbers for each kit on its product page: DNP DS620 paper and DNP QW410 paper.
How Often to Restock the Paper (the Recurring Factor)
Since the kit yields a fixed number of copies, restocking is pure arithmetic: if an average event is 150-300 prints, you know how many kits you'll use per season. The recommendation is to always keep a spare kit: running out of paper in the middle of a wedding or a busy Saturday in the shop is the worst-case scenario. Many customers buy their paper on a recurring basis so they don't depend on last-minute stock, we ship it straight from the manufacturer, so restocking is immediate.
Buyback Program: Never Run Out of Paper
Do you print regularly? We have a DNP paper buyback / subscription program so you never run out of consumable: scheduled restocking based on your printing pace, preferential volume pricing and stock priority in high season. We make sure you always have paper and ribbon ready. Tell us your consumption and contact our sales team to find out the terms.
Who It's For, Beyond Photo Booths
DNP paper is used by anyone who prints photos instantly with a DNP dye-sub printer: photo booth operators, event and wedding photographers, labs and photo-printing shops, print kiosks, rental companies and brand activations. If you're still choosing a printer, check out which DNP printer to buy or the DNP vs Citizen comparison.
Comparison table
| Size | DNP DS-RX1HS | DNP DS620 | DNP QW410 | DNP DS820 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10×15 cm (4×6") | 700 prints/roll · 12.4 s | 8.4 s per print | 150 prints/roll · 18.8 s | No |
| 13×18 cm (5×7") | Yes | 230 prints/roll · 15.6 s | No | No |
| 15×20 cm (6×8") | 350 prints/roll | 200 prints/roll | No | Yes |
| 15×23 cm (6×9") | No | 180 prints/roll | No | No |
| 11×20 cm (4.5×8") | No | No | 110 prints/roll · 23.1 s | No |
| 20×30 cm (8×12") | No | No | No | 33.9 s per print |
| Strips and squares | 2×6" and 15×15 | 2×6" and 9×13 | 10×10, 11×11, 5×10, 5×11 | 10×20 and 13×20 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What Is DNP Photo Paper?
It's the consumable for DNP dye-sub printers: a paper + ribbon (colour ribbon) kit that prints a fixed number of copies. It uses no liquid ink or cartridges; the photos come out dry to the touch and water-resistant.
How Many Prints Does Each DNP Paper Size Yield?
Per roll, according to DNP’s official specifications: the DS-RX1HS yields 700 prints at 10×15 and 350 at 15×20; the DS620 yields 230 at 13×18, 200 at 15×20 and 180 at 15×23; the QW410 yields 150 at 10×15 and 110 at 11×20. Kits ship with two rolls, so the per-box figure is double: that is why the DS-RX1HS 10×15 kit yields 1,400 prints and the DS620 one, 800.
Do You Sell DNP Paper in 15×20 or 13×18?
Yes. We also supply the large formats (13×18, 15×20, 15×23, 11×20 and 20×30) alongside the 10×15, which is what 95% of photo booths use. Get in touch with your printer model and the size you need and we will send you price and lead time.
How Many Photos Does a DNP Paper Kit Print?
It depends on the format: a kit yields hundreds of copies, many more at 10×15 cm than at 15×20 cm (each large photo uses more roll). The exact yield is shown on each kit's product page, and it's fixed because paper and ribbon run out at the same time.
What Is the Cost per Print with DNP Paper?
It's calculated by dividing the price of the kit by the copies it yields. With DNP the cost per print is competitive and stable, and since it's the industry-standard consumable in Europe there's always availability, which avoids last-minute extra costs.
What DNP Paper Sizes Are There?
The most common are 10×15 cm (4×6", the standard), 15×20 cm (6×8", for large prints) and, on models like the DS620, 15×15 cm and strips. There are glossy, matte and partial matte finishes depending on the series.
Is DNP Paper Only for Photo Booths?
No. It's also used by event photographers, labs and photo shops, print kiosks and rental companies. Any DNP dye-sub printer needs its corresponding paper/kit.
How Often Do You Have to Buy Paper?
It depends on how much you print: since each kit yields a fixed number of copies, you can work out your consumption per season. The best practice is to always keep a spare kit so you don't run out of paper in the middle of an event.
What Is DNP Premium Digital Paper and How Does It Differ from SD?
They are two finishes of the same consumable. SD (Standard Digital) is the general-purpose one and covers 95% of events. PD (Premium Digital) uses a different coating layer and gives a slightly denser black and a deeper gloss, at the cost of printing a little slower. On the QW410, the 10x15 and 11x20 kits exist in both versions, so you have to state which one you want when ordering.
What Is a DNP Ribbon and Is It Sold Separately?
The ribbon is the colour tape that transfers the image to the paper with heat. It is not sold on its own: it always comes in the kit, matched to the exact amount of paper, which is why both run out together. Leftover paper with no ribbon, or the other way round, means consumables from different kits have been mixed.
Can I Use One Model of DNP Paper in Another Printer?
No. Each printer takes its own kit and they are not interchangeable: the DS620 kit does not fit the QW410, nor does the RX1 kit fit the DS620. Check the exact model on the label at the back of your printer and compare it against the which DNP paper to buy guide before ordering.
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