[HWP]

I've been 3D modeling and printing (resin, filament, and even metal) for over 10 years. Choosing one type of printer over another is like trying to choose between a wrench and a hammer. Sometimes you can use them interchangeably... but usually not too well. But they are both incredibly handy tools.

For anyone interested in jumping in, I'd first suggest trying out some of the many free 3D modeling and file repair tools... you're going to need them even if you just want to print other people's models.

Also with resin, do yourself a big favor and watch videos like this one... the chemicals involved can be caustic, toxic, messy, and smelly. 



Resin printing produces some of the best detailed prints available. But requires a lot of care to handle things safely. And even if you use water washable resin (which I don't recommend for many reasons), "water soluble" does not mean its non-toxic. The rinse water should NOT be sent down a drain. I once spilled a few drops on the grass outside my workshop door. And I had a bare spot there for 2 years. Handle with care!