These aren't that noisy at all compared to most other copiers. They have a dull humming noise that sounds like a fridge running.
They are not noisier than the normal low hissing sound.
One can purchase Sharp copiers from Xerox. Other options for purchasing Sharp copiers include Staples, Copyfaxes, ZapCopiers, Direct Source, and Sharp USA.
Sharp copiers are not listed on Target's website and I've never seen one in their stores. You would probably have better luck finding Sharp copiers in a large office supply store.
This depends on the model and make you buy of the digital copier. In general, Canon brand digital copiers are just as good as that of Sharp.
Sharp digital copiers offfer exceptional quality and features. They do have a high price. Digital copiers from Sharp can backfire with how the ink works and it is a very good system, but watch out for defunct abilities to copy.
Sharp manufactures a line of digital copiers for small offices and home offices.
Most Sharp copiers do take toner to print. However, many of the smaller models are inkjet and thus do not use toner.
There are a variety of digital copiers on the market, including HP, Xerox, Sharp and others. Some models, including the modestly priced Sharp AL2040CS Digital Laser Copier, Printer, Scanner, rate fairly well compared to others - this model rated 4.2 stars out of 5 on Amazon.com. The reviews on Sharp digital copiers are excellent. You can read about this review at http://www.sharpusa.com/ForBusiness/DocumentSystems/MFPsPrinters.aspx
There are many popular brands of multi functional copiers such as Lexmark, Aficio, Ricoh, Brother, Sharp, and Konica. Each model comes in a variety of colors and prices.
Sharp will check an individual's credit report just like when an individual applies for any other loan. Credit scores of 680+ will most likely be required for Sharp to approve you.
Traditional copiers are still very much around, probably even more so then digital. But soon digital will probably become the majority.
Sharp copiers range in price depending on the model from 500 dollars to over 6000 dollars. A mid-range Sharp copier would be the MX-M3 14N model, priced at around 2300 dollars.