EFI Colorproof XF Attains SWOP Certification for Precision Color Proofing; Breakthrough New Proofing Platform Earns SWOP Certification on Canon, Epson and HP Printers.

FOSTER CITY, Calif. -- EFI (Nasdaq:EFII), the world leader in digital imaging and print management solutions for commercial and enterprise printing, today announced that its Proofing Solutions with Best(TM) Technology, including the scalable, versatile new client/server based Colorproof(TM) XF platform, as well as EFI Designer Edition(TM) and Photo Edition(TM), have earned the publishing industry's demanding SWOP(R) proofing certification. EFI is the first -- and only RIP -- provider to achieve SWOP certification on both the EPSON 4000 and HP 130 -- two of the highest quality output devices on the market.

SWOP, Inc. (Specifications for Web Offset Publications) is a non-profit organization that recommends specifications for the use of all those involved in the production of publications, including advertisers, publishers, printers, advertising agencies and pre-press service suppliers. EFI proofing solutions were tested for their ability to control color inkjet output and produce proofs as close as possible to the appearance of a SWOP Certified Press Proof. EFI Colorproof XF (which now incorporates EFI Screenproof(TM) software), Designer Edition and Photo Edition each simulated a SWOP Press Proof in conjunction with the Canon W8200, Epson 4000 and HP 30n and 130n large format devices.

"Achieving the highest quality output is of paramount importance to printers and this SWOP certification underscores that our solutions consistently deliver to these exacting standards. In addition to ensuring predictability, our newest Colorproof XF platform removes complexity from the proofing process by joining functionality with a cohesive workflow. We are thrilled to deliver these industry leading, SWOP-certified solutions and allow customers to create quality, color accurate proofs easily, and cost-effectively," said Ghilad Dziesietnik, Vice President, Professional Print Workflow and Technology, EFI.

EFI solutions met the demanding expectations of the SWOP committee by successfully hitting precision color targets. Certification was achieved with EFI proofing software on the Canon W8200 using Canon Commercial Proofing Media, on the Epson Stylus Pro 4000 using EFI Gravure Proof Paper, and on the HP 130n with EFI Remoteproof Paper and HP Proofing Semi Gloss Paper. Each combination was proven to create a powerful and flexible digital proofing system for delivering superior quality output at an economical price.

EFI Colorproof XF, EFI Designer Edition and EFI Photo Edition are available today from certified EFI dealer and distributor partners worldwide.

About SWOP

Specifications for Web Offset Publications (SWOP) was initiated in 1975 as a response to the printing industry's need for uniform specifications and tolerances to ensure consistency and quality of material in publications. Over the past 29 years, SWOP has become a major factor in the publication printing industry. Most recently, SWOP has become affiliated with IDEAlliance and GRACoL in an effort to build a coalition supporting the coordinated development of specifications and guidelines, certification programs, software tools, educational seminars, and peer support networks for print media. For additional information about SWOP, Inc., visit the SWOP website at http://www.swop.org.

About EFI

EFI (www.efi.com) is the world leader in digital imaging and print management solutions for commercial and enterprise printing. EFI's award-winning technologies offer document management tools from creation to print, including high fidelity color and black and white Fiery(R) print servers that can output up to 2000 ppm; powerful production workflow and print management information software solutions for increased performance and cost efficiency; and an array of business-critical enterprise and mobile printing solutions. EFI maintains 26 offices worldwide.

NOTE TO EDITORS: EFI Colorproof, Screenproof, Designer Edition and Photo Edition systems in their entirety are SWOP(R) Certified, not the individual components. EFI and Fiery are registered trademarks of Electronics For Imaging, Inc. in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and/or certain other foreign jurisdictions. Colorproof, Screenproof, Photo Edition and Designer Edition are trademarks of Electronics For Imaging, Inc. All other trademarks mentioned in this document are the property of their respective owners.