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Canon Pixma iP4200

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4.5 stars

"Extraordinary"

by edweissman on August 29, 2005

Pros: Print quality; graphics; color; duplexing; print speed

Cons: Aside from size, none that I can think of
Summary: The Canon iP4200 replaces both the ip3000 and iP4000 printers and is essentially an upgrade. The iP4200 uses Canon's new ContrastPlus inks (5 cartridges: 3 colors plus a a dye-based black for photography and a pigment based black for text) and continues the use of Canon's FINE printhead technology.
Text is extraodrinarily crisp, rivalling a laser printer. Graphics are sharp, with good color contrast. The few photos I've printed so far rival what I've seen from Snapfish, Ofoto. etc.
Setup with WinXP Pro was a breeze. Canon provides clear, step-by-step directions which worked first time out.
My computer, which is 3 years old, has only USB 1.1 ports. Although the installation directions warned that I might encounter problems during installation, it went smoothly (the printer will function best under USB 2.0).
All in all, for a price under $120 delivered, this printer is an extraordinary buy.
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I've recently had occasion to use the duplexing feature. Duplexing print is seamless; all you have to do is check off a box. The printer handles printing on both sides easily.
On the subject of photos, I'm still amazed at how well this 3 color (plus black) printer reproduces the color range. I will compare my photo prints to those of any of the commercial photo services, and having the ability to edit my shots, at home, is a major benefit.
This printer is an excellent bargain, especially at the price.

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reply by: bobgoff on May 9, 2007

This user seems to use ad-speak, "spectacular" and "extraodinary", does he or his family work for Canon or a subsidury?

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reply by: on October 5, 2005

For those who read reviews from around the world, or have noticed the mysterious "inner cover" on the machine, note that Canaon N. America has chosen to disable direct CD/DVD printing again, as they did for the IP3/4/5000 before it. Look at Canon, UK, for example, and you'll see the capability prominently featured

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