Canon PIXMA MP750 All-in-One Photo Printer

by Canon

Product Details

• Item Weight: 29.8 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 34 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B000650R0M
• Item model number: 9790A001
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (34 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: November 20, 2004

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

The powerful Canon PIXMA MP750 Photo All-In-One is versatile and very fast. It can print or copy up to 25 ppm in black and up to 17 ppm in color, and a beautiful 4-by-6-inch borderless print takes about 36 seconds (1). Plus, its USB 2.0 Hi-Speed interface (2) enables fast image transfers and scanning speeds delivering improved performance for both printing and scanning functions. For even higher productivity, the integrated 35-page auto document feeder helps you speed through larger copy jobs; dual paper path lets you keep a second type of paper ready for printing; and built-in two-sided printing (duplexing) saves both time and paper. Plus, electronic sorting automatically collates your copies, so you don't have to.

Features:

• Print and copy up to 25 ppm black, 17 ppm color
• 35-page auto document feeder, dual paper path, and built-in two-sided printing
• ContrastPLUS ink system for true-life photos and laser-quality text
• Scan beautiful color at up to 48-bit color depth
• Direct photo printing from PictBridge compatible digital cameras and DV camcorders
• Maximum 4,800 x 1,200 color dpi

This high-performance machine has the quality to match. When scanning photos and other images, you'll produce superb 2,400 dpi scans with 48-bit color depth. Its ContrastPLUS 5-color ink system--four dye-based inks plus a pigment-based black ink--produces brilliant photos, along with laser-quality text. Canon Full-photolithography Inkjet Nozzle Engineering (FINE) uses a high-performance 1,856-nozzle print head that ejects precise and consistent droplets as small as 2 picoliters. The result? Clear, detailed images with outstanding resolution of up to 4,800 x 1,200 color dpi (3).

Precision Color Distribution Technology
Unlike other systems, nozzle configuration in Bubble Jet printers is simple, so it is easier to make them smaller and more dense. Using its superior semiconductor manufacturing technology, Canon has succeeded in developing an ultrahigh-precision, multinozzle print head. The problem of color inconsistency has been solved by positioning a mirror-image line of 128 nozzles (600 dpi pitch for each color) at a half-pitch offset from the existing line. This configuration also provides the added advantage of enabling high-resolution printing at 1,200 dpi.

Canon Think Tank System
This efficient system has five individual ink tanks, so you'll replace only the color that runs out, not an entire cartridge containing unused ink. Plus, a low-ink sensor alerts you when a tank's ink level gets low. The result? Higher efficiency, lower printing costs (4).

Exif Print Technology
Exif 2.2 is the worldwide printer independent standard for digital image processing. Under Exif 2.2, the digital still camera can record data tags for specific camera settings and functions such as whether the flash was on or off, if the camera was in landscape, portrait or night scene mode, etc. Referencing some or all of this information, an Exif Print compatible application can process digital camera images intelligently based on specific camera settings and the shooting environment.

Easy-PhotoPrint v3.0
While most photo-editing software applications will brighten the entire image, Easy-PhotoPrint 3.0 accurately detects the subject's face and adjusts the skin to the optimum tone. Brighten dark faces caused by bright backgrounds. Choose from one-click automatic to correct the entire image all at once, or manual to correct just a selected area.

Before

After

Easy-PhotoPrint 3.0 also lets you select and print any image on your PC, perfectly trim images, correct images using lab-quality retouching features, correct red-eye, smooth facial lines and skin tone, sharpen faces, remove blemishes, and print in a variety of sizes and layouts.

Shoot, Print, Share

This printer can connect directly to select digital cameras. Learn more about PictBridge.

Here's a new, fast way to print photos: just connect to any PictBridge compatible (5) digital camera or DV camcorder, and print! It's simple, convenient and it will save you time.

What's in the Box
PIXMA MP750 Photo All-in-One, PIXMA MP750 print head, BCI-3eBk black, BCI-6Bk black, BCI-6C cyan, BCI-6M magenta, BCI-6Y yellow, power cord, documentation kit, setup CD-ROM; USB cable not included

Notes: (1) PPM print speeds are based on the highest speed printer driver mode. CPM copy speed based on fast mode when copying a letter-sized document. Photo print speed based on maximum print speed using Canon Photo Paper Plus Glossy. Print/copy speed will vary based on system configuration, software, document complexity, print mode and page coverage. (2) USB 2.0 Hi-Speed performance requires Windows XP Service Pack 1 or Windows 2000 Service Pack 4 with pre-installed USB 2.0 port. (3) Resolution may vary based on printer driver setting. Ink droplets can be placed with a horizontal pitch of 1/4800 inch at minimum. (4) Will vary based on composition of images/documents printed. (5) For a listing of select Canon digital cameras and DV camcorders featuring Bubble Jet Direct or PictBridge direct printing technology, visit www.usa.canon.com/consumer/directprint. To determine if a non-Canon brand camera or camcorder is PictBridge compatible, please consult the manufacturer.

Product Description

PRINT AND COPY UP TO 25 PPM BLACK / 17 PPM COLOR 35 PAGE AUTO DO

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

294 of 296 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Which Canon Multifunction is right for you?, April 19, 2005

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diljs - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Canon PIXMA MP750 All-in-One Photo Printer (Office Product)

First off, if you're in the market for a printer, you can't go wrong with a Canon. Canon printers consistently beat out the competition in independent tests for print quality. Their items are elegant, well designed, and most importantly, ink is affordable.

We all know the razor and blade scheme: sell the printer below cost and make it up with pricey cartridges. Canon, however, saves you a lot of money by including the print head with the printer and not on each cartridge. Because of this, genuine Canon cartridges can be had for around $12, while 3rd party cartridges, which many claim work just as well, can be found for as low as $2.

If you've already decided on a Canon multifunction, lets see which model is right for you. Canon's current market list is as follows:

MP130 - New model, and the most affordable yet.
Copy/Print/Scan
18ppm black, 13ppm color
2 ink tanks
No auto sheet feeder!
Card slots

MP390 - Has a fax, About half the cost of the MP7xx's.
Copy/Print/SCan/Fax
18ppm black, 12 ppm color
2 ink tanks
card slots

MP750 - Older model - exactly the same as mp780 but no fax.
Copy/Print/Scan
25ppm black, 17 ppm color
5 ink tanks
Built in Duplexing

MP760 - New Model - geared towards photo enthusiasts.
Copy/Print/Scan + Special Photo Features
25ppm black, 17 ppm color
5 ink tanks
No auto sheet feeder!
Built in Duplexing
*Unique photo features:
2.5 inch lcd screen
Built in film adapter for 35mm slides or negatives
can print directly from negatives
Card slots

MP780 - Does it all except for the mp760 photo features.
Copy/Print/Scan/Fax
25ppm black, 17 ppm color
5 ink tanks
Built in Duplexing

Now, let's look more closely at some key differences between these models:

*Fax: The first thing you should do is decide if you need a fax or not. If you do, you should choose between the MP780 or the MP390. If not, don't rule those two out just yet, they may have have other features you can't live without.

*Note: There is NO auto fax/telephone switching on these models if you wish to use the same line for faxes and voice calls.

*Number of ink tanks: The next important thing you should look at is whether you want to be able to replace each color individually or not. The MP750, MP760 and MP780 all have 5 individual ink tanks (photo black, black, cyan, yellow, magenta), while the MP130 and MP390 have only 2 (black and tricolor). The cost of each cartridge is about the same, but you will waste some leftover ink by throwing out the MP130 or MP390's color cartridge when just one color runs out.

*Photo printing: If you're planning on printing a lot of photos, you should probably go with an mp7xx. These have a superior print head, as well as the 5 separate ink tanks. The MP760 is especially noteable with all the features Canon has added specifically for photos. These come at a price however, as the MP760 does not share the auto sheet feeder of its MP750 and MP780 cousins, or the fax of the 780.

*However - If you plan on printing directly from memory cards, beware! The mp750 and mp780 do not have card slots! The 2 cheaper models and the mp760 do.

*Auto sheet feeder: The mp130 and mp760 do NOT have an auto sheet feeder. All 3 of the others do. An auto sheet feeder is very useful when doing a lot of scanning or faxing.

*Duplexing: The mp7xx models each have built in duplexing.

*Size: The mp7xx models weigh around 30 pounds and are quite big. The MP390 is a smaller, and weighs 18 pounds. The mp130 has a tiny footprint for a multifunction printer, and weighs 14 pounds.

Some features that all of Canon's current MFPs share:

*Copying: Each of these models has a copy function, and all have the same resolution (600x600 black, 1200x1200 color).
*USB 2.0 connection
*Pictbridge direct photo printing support
*All 5 models are great looking and will complement almost any decor.

My recommendations:

If you want a great price on an excellent printer and don't need a fax: MP130

If price is an issue but you still need a fax: MP390

If you can afford an MP700 series and don't need a fax, card slots, or the MP760's photo features: MP750

If you need its exclusive photo features (but no fax or auto sheet feeder): MP760

If you can afford an MP700 series and need a fax (but no card slots and none of the MP760s photo features): MP780

103 of 103 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars DID SOME RESEARCH...BEST BRAND/ PRINTER!, April 28, 2005

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J. Labbe - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Canon PIXMA MP750 All-in-One Photo Printer (Office Product)

After hours of research on every brand of printer (Epson, HP, Lexmark, etc.) Canon was the overwhelming and best choice. After deciding on Canon, I purchased the PIXMA MP 750. This being the newest at the time, early 2005, was also the printer with all the features I needed.
I almost got swayed into an Epson after finding out how bad HP reliability is but found out that Epson has some problems with their Print Heads going bad and/ or drying up. This is an expensive problem from what I understand since not only the print heads are expensive but only a "trained pro" can replace it. On Canon printers, anyone can change the print heads, although I have not heard of many problems with Canon print heads. Also, on any printer, Always...Always turn the printer OFF when not in use. Do not allow ink jet printers to stay in an on or standby mode for long as this will allow any printhead on any brand printer to dry up. If the printer is off, the printhead is automatically covered to extend the life of it.

To address an issue that it took me a while to find out...WHY IS THE 5th INK A 2nd BLACK INK? The second black is a black ink to enhance photos mainly. It is a PIGMENT black ink (ie. Epson DURABrite inks) that Canon says increases the quality of the other four Dye-based inks. If you are thinking that you have seen many other printers with the option to have 6 inks for photos...dont worry, this printer, with its ultra-fine printhead, does the greatest job of any HP, Epson, or other 6 ink printers!

Also, many people complain about USB caables not being included with MOST printer brands...COME ON, think about it, the cost of a $15 USB cable (average cable cost) will have to be passed on to us in the price of the printer. With this fact in mind, if USB cables were always included, next time I buy a printer I would be paying for a second USB cable which I do not need...one would be unused. TIP - I got a top quality, 10 ft USB printer cable on Ebay for under $4 with shipping included. Just shop around first...you are already online reading this review!

THE GOOD...

Great looks,
THE best paper handling system out there...no jams,
Ease of use,
Two paper feeds,
Photo print quality is the best...even with only 5 inks,
The Finest/newest print head in the price range ($200-250),
Flat bed and sheet fed batch scanning,
Individual ink tanks,
Good software bundle

THE BAD...

None after 2 months of use!!!
Update...no bad after 5 months of use!!!

43 of 43 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Well designed multifunction, March 23, 2005

By 

R. Olson "industrial designer" (San Francisco, CA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Canon PIXMA MP750 All-in-One Photo Printer (Office Product)

I had originally planned to buy the Canon MP130 but chose this model instead since the launch of the MP130 in the US was delayed. In retrospect I am glad that I went with the MP750 despite the increased price and size. Print quality is generally excellent, especially when printing on treated inkjet paper. I keep regular cheap paper in the bottom cassette, and keep the nice stuff in the automatic sheet feeder, which makes it easy to switch. The printer is also very quiet compared to other inkjets I've owned, and does not have as long and obnoxious a startup/warmup sequence either. I like the fact that I can replace each color ink cartridge individually. The scanning and copier functions are quick and produce high quality output. I frequently use the double-sided printing option, which ends up saving a lot of paper.

The only minor complaint I have at this point is that the unit emits a very slight hiss whenever it is plugged in (even if not turned on) -- I believe this is from the flourescent tube in the scanner. Then again, I have very sensitive hearing and it doesn't bother my wife at all. The hiss is generally most pronounced right after the scanner is used, and then fades away (but never disappears completely). Still, something to consider if you're thinking of putting this in the bedroom.