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Canon SELPHY CP1300 Wireless Photo Printer RP-108 Bundle White

4.4 (10 reviews)

Print lab-quality 4x6 photos wirelessly in under a minute with Canon's portable dye-sub SELPHY CP1300 — now bundled with 108 sheets of ink and paper.

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Overview

The Canon SELPHY CP1300 is a compact dye-sublimation photo printer purpose-built for 4x6 output — the standard print size for snapshots, event photos, and booth printing. Its 300 x 300 dpi resolution with dye-sub technology doesn't tell the full story: dye-sub's continuous-tone process produces perceptibly smoother gradients than an equivalent-DPI inkjet, because color is diffused into the paper rather than deposited as discrete dots. The RP-108 ink set lays down cyan, magenta, yellow, and a clear protective laminate in four passes, yielding prints that are immediately dry, water resistant, and rated for 100-year archival life under album storage conditions. At 47 seconds per print, it won't race a commercial lab, but the output quality-to-size ratio is genuinely competitive.

The CP1300 is designed for users who print frequently away from a desk — photographers running photo booths, families printing vacation memories on the road, or event coordinators who need instant physical keepsakes. Connectivity covers the practical spectrum: Canon PRINT app over Wi-Fi or Wi-Fi Direct for smartphones, USB for direct computer connection, and SD/SDHC card slots for camera-direct printing without any device. The 3.2-inch tilting LCD supports basic on-printer editing — cropping, red-eye correction, filters — which reduces dependence on a phone for quick jobs. The optional battery pack (sold separately) extends the portable use case further, though for stationary studio or event use the included AC adapter is sufficient. The 18-sheet paper tray is the main workflow constraint for high-volume sessions.

Key Features

Not only will your photos be instantly dry, but they will also look great for up to 100 years4 and are even water resistant

Enjoy the simplicity of connecting your smartphone and tablet with ease, through the Canon print app3. You can even print directly from USB, or your camera's memory card2

The sleek, portable design lets you bring the SELPHY CP1300 with you and with the optional battery back you can print and share your memories wherever you are

With the tilting 3.2 inches LCD screen it's easy to choose, edit and print your favorite photos. Output tray capacity: Paper tray: 18 sheets with postcard size paper cassette. Operating temperature is 5 – 40 degree Celsius

Specifications

Printing Technology
Dye Sublimation
Resolution
300 x 300 dpi
Maximum Print Size
4 x 6 inches
Supported Sheet Sizes
3x5 inch, 4x6 inch (postcard)
Paper Tray Capacity
18 sheets
First Print Time
Approx. 47 seconds
Connectivity
USB, Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct, SD/SDHC card slot
Control App
Canon PRINT App (iOS/Android)
Display
3.2-inch tilting LCD
Memory
64 MB internal
Dimensions
5.4 x 7.1 x 2.5 inches
Weight
6.09 lbs
Included Bundle
SELPHY CP1300 + RP-108 Color Ink/Paper Set (108 sheets)
Color
White
Operating Temperature
5–40°C

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Dye-sublimation output is water resistant and rated up to 100 years, matching traditional photo lab durability without any post-processing.
  • Wi-Fi Direct removes the need for a router — connect a phone and print in seconds at events or on location.
  • RP-108 bundle supplies 108 matched ink-and-paper sets, enough for a full event shoot without additional purchases at launch.
  • Compact 5.4 x 7.1 x 2.5-inch footprint and 6-pound weight make it genuinely portable for travel and booth setups.
  • 3.2-inch tilting LCD allows on-printer editing and print selection without needing a phone or computer.

👎 Cons

  • Maximum print size is 4x6 inches — there is no upgrade path to larger formats within the SELPHY CP1300 platform.
  • Paper tray capacity is 18 sheets, requiring multiple reloads for high-volume event printing sessions.
  • First-print time of 47 seconds is slower than many inkjet competitors, which can feel sluggish when printing a single image.
  • Proprietary RP-series ink/paper cartridges lock you into Canon's consumable pricing — no third-party alternatives.
  • Optional battery pack for truly wireless printing is sold separately, adding cost to an already bundled purchase.

Frequently Asked Questions

Dye sublimation. Unlike inkjet, dye-sub layers cyan, magenta, yellow, and a protective overcoat in continuous passes, producing smooth tonal gradients and a sealed, water-resistant surface. The result is a photo that looks and feels like a traditional lab print rather than an inkjet output.
Canon rates it at approximately 47 seconds for the first print. That includes the full four-pass dye-sub process. For batch printing — parties, events — throughput is consistent since the process doesn't slow between prints.
The RP-108 Color Ink/Paper Set provides 108 sheets of postcard-size (4x6) glossy photo paper along with the matched ink cartridge. The ink and paper are a matched system — you cannot use third-party paper without risking color accuracy or mechanical jams.
Wi-Fi Direct is supported, so you can connect a smartphone directly to the printer without a router using Canon's PRINT app (iOS/Android). Standard Wi-Fi network printing is also available. USB and memory card (SD/SDHC) slots provide wired alternatives if wireless isn't convenient.
Canon rates CP1300 prints at up to 100 years when stored in an album away from light, and the protective overcoat layer makes them water resistant — safe for handling, scrapbooking, or display without lamination.