Canon Pixma MP640 Ink Cartridges

Canon Pixma MP640 Printer Description

Superb photo prints and fast document printing can be enjoyed when using the Canon Pixma MP640 in the home.

Possessing Wi-Fi connectivity and the ability to also scan and copy, this machine is able to provide a range of connection options in order to easily integrate itself into home networks. Sharing prints, scans and copies with the whole family is a simple process by using the machine’s wireless settings or an Ethernet connection.

For those who like their printing tasks to take place at a fast rate, the MP640 offers ISO ESAT speeds of 9.2ipm for mono documents and 8.1ipm for colour.

A five-ink system means that users will be able individually replace their cartridges, providing a more cost-effective way to manage their printing expenditure. Prints will appear sharp and crisp when printing text documents whilst photo prints will benefit from dye-based inks.

Printing a 10 x 15cm borderless photograph can take place in approximately 20 seconds. Photos can be printed via Ethernet, Wi-Fi or Bluetooth.

An intuitive Easy-Scroll Wheel allows users to preview images on a clear 7.5cm colour display. Printing and scanning from USB memory sticks and memory cards is also possible.

Canon Pixma MP640 Expert Review

Amongst the various features available with the Canon Pixma MP640, there are a number of functions that will see this machine become an important part of your home office.

With auto duplexing and two paper paths, this all-in-one can offer savings as well as advanced productivity for a business user. There is also the machine’s Auto Scan Mode that can automatically recognise what’s being scanned and then selects the appropriate settings.

There are also family-friendly features to be enjoyed. PictBridge compatibility will allow for printing from digital cameras whilst there’s also the opportunity to personalise your favourite albums and films by printing directly onto CDs and DVDs.

Slightly bulkier than other models in the Pixma range, the MP640 does well to allow for a 150-sheet paper tray whilst remaining a compact machine.

Print quality is excellent and this is a more than acceptable printer for the home that can carry out photo printing and document printing efficiently and consistently.

Pros

• Able to print double-sided
• Can print on CDs/DVDs
• Excellent print quality
• Fast printing

Cons

• No touchscreen display
• Print speeds considerably slower when auto duplexing

Star Rating: 4.5