Canon

Canon CP1300 Selphy Wireless Compact Photo Printer

4.6 (4711 reviews)
5 Inch

Print vibrant, water-resistant photos anywhere with Canon's portable dye-sublimation printer and built-in Wi-Fi.

$149.99*
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Overview

The Canon SELPHY CP1300 is a compact dye-sublimation photo printer built for anyone who wants quick, tangible prints without the bulk of a full-size printer. Using a thermal dye-sublimation process, it produces borderless photos with 256 levels per color channel — resulting in smooth gradients, accurate skin tones, and vibrant colors across every print. Each photo comes out completely dry and ready to handle, with a water-resistant coating that Canon rates for up to 100 years of longevity under proper conditions.

Connectivity is one of the CP1300's strongest points. It supports Wi-Fi for printing directly from smartphones and tablets via the Canon PRINT app, and also accepts input from USB flash drives and SD memory cards inserted into the printer. The tilting 3.2-inch LCD screen lets you preview, crop, and adjust images without needing a connected device at all. Weighing in at just over 1.9 pounds, the CP1300 is genuinely portable, and with the optional battery pack it can operate entirely off-grid — making it a practical choice for parties, events, photo booths, or travel.

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.Form Factor: All-In-One. | Paper Size : 3 X 5 Inch. | Printer Technology : Dye SublimationPaper Tray : 18 Sheets with Postcard Size Paper Cassette. | Paper Sizes : Postcard (4.0" x 6.0"), L Size (3.5" x 4.7"), Card Size (2.1" x 3.4"), Square Label (2.1" x 2.1"), Output Tray Capacity,

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

Print resolution (Up to) color256 levels per color (16.8 million colors). Paper sizes postcard (4.0 x 6.0 inches), L size (3.5 x 4.7 inches), card size (2.1 x 3.4 inches), square label (2.1 x 2.1 inches). Requires "Canon Print Plug in" available for free from the Amazon App store and an Amazon Fire Phone, Amazon Kindle Fire HD6 or HDX7 device or later running Fire OS 4.0 or later

Form Factor: All-In-One. | Paper Size : 3 X 5 Inch. | Printer Technology : Dye Sublimation

Paper Tray : 18 Sheets with Postcard Size Paper Cassette. | Paper Sizes : Postcard (4.0" x 6.0"), L Size (3.5" x 4.7"), Card Size (2.1" x 3.4"), Square Label (2.1" x 2.1"), Output Tray Capacity,

Specifications

Brand
Canon
Model
CP1300
Printing Technology
Dye Sublimation
Print Resolution
Up to 300 x 300 dpi
Paper Sizes
Postcard (4x6"), L Size (3.5x4.7"), Card Size (2.1x3.4"), Square Label (2.1x2.1")
Paper Tray Capacity
18 sheets (postcard cassette)
Display
3.2" Tilting LCD
Connectivity
Wi-Fi, AirPrint, USB
Color Depth
256 levels per color (16.8 million colors)
Operating Temperature
5–40°C

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Dye-sublimation prints are instantly dry, water-resistant, and rated to last up to 100 years
  • Compact and portable design with optional battery pack for printing anywhere
  • Built-in Wi-Fi plus USB and memory card slots offer multiple ways to print
  • Tilting 3.2-inch LCD makes it easy to preview and edit photos without a phone

👎 Cons

  • Limited to small-format prints with a maximum size of 4x6 inches
  • Requires Canon-specific ink and paper cassettes, which add ongoing cost
  • Print speed is slower than standard inkjet printers at roughly one photo per minute
  • No built-in rechargeable battery; the portable battery pack is sold separately

Frequently Asked Questions

The CP1300 prints on postcard (4x6"), L size (3.5x4.7"), card size (2.1x3.4"), and square label (2.1x2.1") formats using dedicated Canon paper cassettes.
Download the free Canon PRINT app on your smartphone or tablet, then connect to the printer over Wi-Fi. You can also print directly from a USB drive or camera memory card.
Canon rates the dye-sublimation prints to last up to 100 years under proper storage conditions. The prints are also water-resistant, making them more durable than standard inkjet photos.
Yes, with the optional Canon battery pack accessory, you can print on the go without needing AC power.
Yes, it features a 3.2-inch tilting LCD screen that lets you browse, edit, and select photos directly on the printer before printing.