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Canon 4895B006 Pixma Ix6550 A3+ Inkjet Printer

★★★★★3.9 (161 reviews)

Print stunning photos and documents up to A3+ size with Canon's five-ink Pixma iX6550 inkjet printer.

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Overview

The Canon Pixma iX6550 is a dedicated A3+ inkjet printer built for users who need large-format output without investing in a bulky wide-format machine. It uses a five-ink system — one pigment black for crisp text and four dye-based inks (cyan, magenta, yellow, and black) for vibrant photographic prints — delivering resolution up to 9600 x 2400 dpi. Whether you're printing borderless A3+ photographs, architectural drawings, or oversized spreadsheets, the iX6550 handles the job with photo-lab quality results.

Connectivity is handled through USB 2.0 and built-in Ethernet, making it straightforward to share on a wired network. The printer's relatively compact chassis keeps desk space manageable despite its large-format capability. While it lacks Wi-Fi, a scanner, and automatic duplexing — features found on multifunction alternatives — the iX6550 compensates with focused print quality and individual ink tanks that keep running costs in check by letting you replace only the color you've exhausted.

Specifications

Printer Type
Inkjet (Print Only)
Maximum Print Size
A3+ (13 x 19 inches)
Print Resolution
Up to 9600 x 2400 dpi
Ink System
5 individual tanks (PGI-525BK, CLI-526BK/C/M/Y)
Connectivity
USB 2.0, Ethernet
Duplex Printing
Manual
Brand
Canon
Model
4895B006 (Pixma iX6550)

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Prints up to A3+ size, handling large-format photos and documents without a wide-format dedicated printer
  • Five individual ink tanks let you replace only the depleted color, reducing waste
  • Compact footprint relative to other A3+ capable printers
  • Produces photo-lab quality output with up to 9600 x 2400 dpi resolution
  • Dual connectivity with both USB and Ethernet ports

👎 Cons

  • Print-only device with no scanning, copying, or fax capability
  • Lacks built-in Wi-Fi, requiring a wired connection to your computer or network
  • No automatic duplex printing for two-sided documents
  • Print speeds are modest compared to laser printers, especially at high quality settings
  • Five separate ink cartridges can add up in ongoing cost for heavy users

Frequently Asked Questions

The iX6550 supports printing up to A3+ (13x19 inches), making it suitable for large-format photos, posters, and documents.
No, the Pixma iX6550 is a dedicated printer only. It does not have a scanner, copier, or fax function.
It uses five individual ink tanks — PGI-525 pigment black and CLI-526 cyan, magenta, yellow, and black dye inks — so you only replace the color that runs out.
No, this model does not support automatic duplex printing. You would need to manually flip pages for two-sided printing.
No, the iX6550 connects via USB or Ethernet. It does not have built-in Wi-Fi.

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