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Canon CP400 Selphy Compact Photo Printer

3.3 (17 reviews)

Print Your Memories Instantly with Canon Selphy CP400The Canon Selphy CP400 is an ultra-light, portable compact photo printer designed for easy, fast, and high-quality photo printing. Print directly from Canon digital cameras or PictBridge-compatible cameras with or without a computer, and enjoy ...

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Overview

Print Your Memories Instantly with Canon Selphy CP400

The Canon Selphy CP400 is an ultra-light, portable compact photo printer designed for easy, fast, and high-quality photo printing. Print directly from Canon digital cameras or PictBridge-compatible cameras with or without a computer, and enjoy long-lasting, vibrant color prints in various sizes, including 4" x 6" postcards, 4" x 8" wide size, and credit card size.

  • Printing Method: Dye-Sublimation thermal transfer (with overcoating)
  • Print Speed (up to):
  • Wide Size: Approx. 102 sec./106 sec.
  • Postcard Size: Approx. 81 sec./85 sec.
  • Credit Card Size: Approx. 40 sec.
  • 8-Mini Labels: Approx. 40 sec.
  • Print Resolution (Up to): Reproduction: 300 x 300 dpi: 256 gradations/ color
  • Standard Interfaces: USB Type A for camera, USB Type B for computer (Mac and Windows software included)
  • Print Size:
  • Postcard size: borderless - 3.9 in. x 5.9 in. (148 x 100mm), bordered - 3.6 x 4.8 in. (91.4x 121.9 mm)
  • Credit card size: borderless - 2.1 x 3.4 in. (54 x 86 mm), bordered - 2.0 x 2.6 in. (50 x 66.0mm)
  • 8 Mini labels: 0.7 x 0.9 in. (17.3 x 22mm)
  • Wide size: borderless - 3.94 x 7.87 in. (100 x 200mm)
  • Print Modes: Postcard size (bordered or borderless); Credit card size (bordered or borderless); 8 Mini labels; Wide size (bordered or borderless)
  • Paper Compatibility: Dedicated paper (for Postcard size; Credit card size prints, Credit card size label, or Credit card sheet with 8 mini labels or Wide size)
  • Physical Dimensions: 6.73 x 4.72 x 2.1 in. / 171 x 120 x 56mm
  • Weight: 28.9 oz./ 820g (excluding paper cassette and ink cassette)

Key Features

High-quality, durable color photo prints

PictBridge compatible--no PC required

Affordable and fun printing for all the family

Multiple paper sizes

Windows and Mac supported (software supplied)

Specifications

Printer Type
Compact Photo Printer
Model Series
Selphy
Print Quality
High-quality, durable color photo prints
Direct Print Compatibility
PictBridge
Supported Operating Systems
Windows, Mac
Supported Paper Sizes
Multiple

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Produces high-quality, durable color photo prints, ensuring lasting memories.
  • Features PictBridge compatibility, allowing direct printing from compatible cameras without a PC.
  • Offers affordable and fun printing for all the family, making photo sharing accessible.
  • Supports multiple paper sizes, providing versatility for various printing needs.
  • Comes with software and supports both Windows and Mac operating systems for broad compatibility.
  • Provides the convenience of compact photo printing at home or on the go.
  • Designed to simplify the photo printing process for users of all technical skill levels.

👎 Cons

  • Specifically designed for photo printing, limiting its utility for text documents or general office tasks.
  • Requires PictBridge-compatible cameras for PC-free printing, which might not be universal for all digital cameras.
  • The "affordable" aspect is subjective and may vary depending on the cost of consumables like ink and paper.
  • Does not mention any wireless connectivity options, potentially limiting modern smartphone printing capabilities.
  • No information provided on print speed, which could be a factor for users with large batches of photos.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Canon CP400 Selphy compact photo printer produces high-quality, durable color photo prints, designed to last.
Yes, the Canon CP400 is PictBridge compatible, which allows for direct printing from compatible digital cameras without the need for a PC.
Yes, it is described as providing affordable and fun printing for all the family, making it an accessible option for personal photo projects.
The Canon CP400 Selphy compact photo printer comes with software and supports both Windows and Mac operating systems.
No, the Canon CP400 supports multiple paper sizes, offering versatility for different photo printing needs.