2026 is the busiest year for direct-to-film printer launches in recent memory, with Epson, Roland and Mimaki all shipping new machines. This roundup covers the five most important DTF printer releases of 2026 and what each one means for your shop. Fujia Print has watched the category closely while building its own 650 mm A1 and 300 mm A3 lineup for decorators in 50 plus countries.
Key Takeaways
- Epson SureColor G9070 (64 in, 350 ft²/hr, twin-roll) is the headline 2026 wide-format launch, available from June 2026.
- Roland shipped two 2026 DTF printers: the desktop BY2-20 (June 2026) and the updated TY-300 (January 2026).
- Mimaki expanded both ends of the range: the 75 cm TxF300-75Plus and the 1.6 m TxF300-1600Pro (April 2026).
- Pick by width and duty cycle: 64 in for volume, desktop for entry, 1.6 m for industrial hoodies and jackets.
- Next step: compare these against Fujia’s A1 and A3 DTF printers for factory-direct pricing.
Epson SureColor G9070: 64-Inch Volume
Epson opened 2026 by extending its SureColor G-Series with the G9070, a 64-inch direct-to-film printer built for non-stop production. It prints transfer film at up to 350 ft²/hr and supports twin-roll feeding, so it can run two 30 in or 24 in rolls at once, or a single roll up to 64 in wide. The user-replaceable PrecisionCore Micro TFP printhead, Nozzle Verification Technology and UltraChrome DF inks keep color repeatable with minimal operator oversight.
The inks carry OEKO-TEX ECO PASSPORT certification and CPSIA compliance, which matters for decorators selling children’s apparel. Automated maintenance routines, a sealed high-capacity ink-pack system and Epson Cloud Solution PORT remote monitoring round out the productivity story. Epson announced the G9070 in January 2026 and made it available through Professional Imaging resellers in June 2026.
Roland’s Two 2026 Launches
Roland DG took a two-pronged approach in 2026. The VersaStudio BY2-20, announced on 24 June 2026, is a compact desktop DTF printer with a CMYK plus white architecture and dual white ink channels for stable underbases on dark fabrics. Optional 500 ml cartridges lower the cost per transfer, and the bundled Connect Designer, VersaWorks 7 and DG Connect software keep the workflow inside one ecosystem.
The updated TY-300, available globally from 7 January 2026, targets heavier duty cycles. It holds print speeds of 10.9 m²/h in standard mode and 17.48 m²/h in high-speed mode from a dual-printhead layout, and Roland doubled the white-ink reservoir to cut refill downtime. Both machines use OEKO-TEX certified S-PG2 inks.
Mimaki TxF300 Series
Mimaki refreshed both ends of its DTF range in 2026. The TxF300-75Plus (75 cm) adds four extra white ink slots and Mimaki’s UISS uninterruptible ink supply, supporting 8 to 9 hours of continuous printing with mid-run cartridge swaps and no stoppage. The earlier TxF300-75 already delivered a 300 percent capacity gain over its predecessor.
At the top end, the TxF300-1600Pro launched in April 2026 with a 1.6 m print width, 22 m²/h production speed and 1,440 dpi output. It integrates an automatic powder shaker and infrared curing tunnel, so transfer production needs no separate post-processing line. Mimaki quotes a 12-month printhead warranty, 30 percent lower energy use than previous models, and early German users reporting up to 40 percent fewer rejected transfers.
2026 New DTF Models at a Glance
| Model | Brand | Width | Speed | Standout feature | Available |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SureColor G9070 | Epson | 64 in | 350 ft²/hr | Twin-roll, Cloud PORT | Jun 2026 |
| VersaStudio BY2-20 | Roland | Desktop | Entry class | Dual white channels, 500 ml carts | Jun 2026 |
| TY-300 (updated) | Roland | Mid | 17.48 m²/h | Doubled white-ink reservoir | Jan 2026 |
| TxF300-75Plus | Mimaki | 75 cm | Continuous 8-9 h | UISS uninterruptible ink | 2026 |
| TxF300-1600Pro | Mimaki | 1.6 m | 22 m²/h | Built-in shaker + IR cure | Apr 2026 |
Where Fujia Print Fits
The 2026 launches confirm a trend Fujia has built around for years: reliability and supported service beat bare-bones price. Fujia’s A1 four-head DTF printer runs a 650 mm width at 27 m²/hr and uses a named transmission stack of Honson mainboard, Leadshine servo motor and THK silent guide rail that competitors rarely disclose. The 13-color DTF ink system (CMYK plus LC, LM, orange, red, green and blue) goes well beyond the six-color ceiling most reviews mention.
Fujia’s 300 mm A3 desktop (FJ-A30, single XP600) targets the same entry desk as Roland’s BY2-20 but at factory-direct cost. A Sao Paulo studio running the FJ-A30 cut per-order cost by 64 percent (18 to 6.5 reais) with a 5.5-month payback, and a Turkish garment factory on the A1 dual-head lifted throughput 40 percent while cutting delivery from 7 days to 2.5. Every Fujia printer carries a 2-year warranty with 48-hour parts dispatch from a 3,500 m² Guangzhou factory serving 500 plus print businesses across 50 plus countries.
Fujia’s DTF printer lineup spans the 650 mm A1 four-head down to the 300 mm A3 desktop, the latter covered in our 13 inch DTF printer guide. For the wider 2026 shifts behind these launches, including powder-free DTF, see our DTF printing news trends roundup.
How to Choose Among the 2026 Models
| If you need… | Pick |
|---|---|
| High-volume transfers, oversized graphics | Epson G9070 (64 in) |
| A reliable first desktop machine | Roland BY2-20 |
| Multi-shift mid-volume output | Roland TY-300 |
| Unattended long runs, 75 cm | Mimaki TxF300-75Plus |
| Industrial hoodies and jackets | Mimaki TxF300-1600Pro |
| Factory-direct A1 or A3 value | Fujia A1 / FJ-A30 |
What is the most important DTF printer launch of 2026?
The Epson SureColor G9070 is the most significant 2026 launch because it brings a supported 64-inch platform to a category long dominated by generic machines with weak local service. Its 350 ft²/hr throughput and twin-roll feeding let a shop run two media rolls at once, which directly cuts changeover time on large transfer orders. Epson paired that with a user-replaceable PrecisionCore printhead and Cloud Solution PORT remote monitoring, so downtime is tracked before it becomes a failure. For decorators already on Epson ecosystems, the G9070 is the obvious step up. For buyers who want factory-direct value and a named component stack, Fujia’s 650 mm A1 four-head covers the same wide-format segment at a different price tier.
Which 2026 DTF printer is best for a small shop?
The Roland VersaStudio BY2-20 is the strongest small-shop choice of the 2026 releases. It is a desktop unit with a CMYK plus white architecture and dual white ink channels that keep underbases stable on dark garments, which is the failure point that ruins cheap entry printers. Optional 500 ml cartridges lower the cost per transfer, and the single-vendor software bundle (Connect Designer, VersaWorks 7, DG Connect) removes the technical guesswork that sinks first-time users. Fujia’s 300 mm A3 desktop (FJ-A30) is the direct factory-direct alternative in this class, with a 5.5-month payback documented by a Sao Paulo studio. Pick Roland for ecosystem hand-holding, Fujia for lowest landed cost.
Are the 2026 models worth waiting for versus buying now?
Waiting makes sense only if your current machine is still meeting volume, because the 2026 launches are incremental on reliability and ink handling rather than a new printing method. The Epson G9070 and Mimaki TxF300-1600Pro ship now, while the BY2-20 and TY-300 are already available through Roland channels. If you need capacity this quarter, buying a proven platform such as Fujia’s A1 four-head avoids the learning curve of a brand-new model. The real 2026 shift to watch beyond these launches is powder-free DTF, where DuPont and Nur Ink partnerships aim to remove the hot-melt adhesive powder step entirely. That change will matter more to workflow than any single 2026 hardware refresh.
Conclusion
The 2026 DTF printer news is clear: Epson, Roland and Mimaki all shipped machines that prioritize uptime and supported service over the lowest sticker price. Match width and duty cycle to your order mix, then weigh factory-direct value against brand ecosystem. For pricing on Fujia’s A1 and A3 DTF printers, contact Fujia Print or browse the DTF printer lineup.
Sources
- Epson SureColor G9070 announcement (World Imaging News): 64 in width, 350 ft²/hr, twin-roll, UltraChrome DF inks, June 2026 availability.
- Roland VersaStudio BY2-20 launch (eyeondisplay.com): desktop CMYK plus white, dual white channels, 500 ml cartridges, 24 June 2026.
- Roland TY-300 update (eyeondisplay.com): 10.9 to 17.48 m²/h, doubled white-ink reservoir, available 7 Jan 2026.
- Mimaki TxF300-1600Pro launch (xinflyinggroup.com): 1.6 m width, 22 m²/h, 1,440 dpi, built-in shaker plus IR cure, April 2026.
- Mimaki TxF300-75Plus (inknet.cn): 75 cm, UISS 8 to 9 h continuous print, 2026 refresh.
