Canon SELPHY CP1300

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Do not use ink

Unlike its predecessor CP1200 or any other mobile photo printer model, the Canon SELPHY CP1300 does not use any ink cartridges. Instead, this model adopts an entirely new method of producing images, made possible by the Canon KP-108IN Photo Paper and Color Ink Tape.

This portable printer uses thermal printing technology to create vibrant photos and get them dry in no time. Thermal printing uses a thermal print head to transfer solid ink from the ink ribbon to the printing paper. This process requires the printer to run 4 separate colors to convert each primary color; it’s black, cyan, yellow, and magenta.

The above process makes printing photos faster, especially from such a compact device. While it can’t compete in quality with larger and more specialized photo printers, the 300 x 300 resolution will give you photos with great color.

Not quite portable

It is a pity that the Canon CP1300 is not a handheld printer like in the videos that we often see in advertising. For those who want to take this printer with them on all their travels, you might be a bit disappointed to learn that it’s not as portable as you might imagine. The Canon SELPHY 1300 requires the AC adapter to be plugged in at all times to power the unit. However, if you want a “fully portable” photo printer experience, you’ll have to purchase a separate backup battery.

Print wirelessly from your phone

The SELPHY CP1300 is designed to be easy for everyone to connect and use, especially with easy connection to your Apple or Android smartphone. Using the SELPHY Photo app, you can send and print photos directly from your photo library to the printer in seconds. The accompanying app is available for free on the App Store (IOS) and CH Play (Android). After setting up your account and linking to your Canon SELPHY printer, you’ll be able to print in no time.

The machine also supports Apple’s AirPrint printing software, easy to use and compatible with iPhone, iPad, or Macbook.

For those who want to print faster, you can connect directly using the Mini-USB 2.0 cable that connects your camera to the printer, you can print multiple photos at once.

Cost per print

This is probably the issue that many people care about when deciding to buy a printer product. Just like any other printer, there will be expenses required to keep the machine up and running and produce sharp images.

Instead of the cost of replacing ink cartridges, we have to buy printing paper and ink ribbons, both of which are boxed and sold together. Priced at about $30 for each kit, there will be 108 sheets of printing paper measuring about 4×6 inches and 3 ink ribbons. All have been correctly calculated by Canon when 1 ink cartridge can print 36 photos.

With an average of only about 20 cents, this is considered a suitable price for a photo with sharp images on genuine specialized photo paper.

Fast printing time

It can be considered a big step forward in mobile printing technology. Previously, a photo taken with a Polaroid camera could take up to 3 minutes to fully show details and colors. Not to mention the time spent shaking the photo and keeping it out of direct sunlight. With the CP1300’s photos, you only need to wait for a very short time.

On the Canon SELPHY CP1300’s print speed tests, we tested printing a borderless 4 x 6-inch postcard, the time will fall to about 40 seconds. If you choose a smaller size, it can print a 2.1 x 3.4″ photo (Card Photo Size) in about 33 seconds.

For a mobile printer, this is considered a fast print speed. Remember that, unlike previous Polaroids, they do not need to be dried for storage.

Impressive color rendering

Powered by the “Zink” or Zero Ink technology adopted by previous Canon mobile printers, the new Canon color paper and ribbons break new ground and deliver excellent results compared to other Canon predecessor printers. The Zink technology previously available on the Canon IVY Mobile Photo Printer often leaves photos with rather a murky color quality.

Fortunately, with the latest version of Canon, all these problems have been fixed.

Colored ink and paper create photos with true-to-life colors. Canon even boasts that photographs printed on this type of paper can last up to 100 years if properly maintained. The color capabilities are also nothing to complain about, with the ability to produce 256 different shades for each color (16.8 million total), the contrast between colors is quite impressive.

Conclusion

You will have a photo printer equipped with the leading printing technologies for a mobile photo printer. It deserves to be chosen to save the moments in life. It’s a great way to capture fond memories of unforgettable parties and outings.

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