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Comparison of Large Format Printers

Canon large printer formats fall into 4 categories

Graphic Printers
Infographics and Poster Printers
MFP Imaging Systems
Technical Documents and General Use Printers

Canon Graphic Printers

Canon has an array of large printer graphics printers. These printers produce vibrant colors as well as quality grayscale colors, by using Canon’s advanced LUCIA EX ink system. These printers come in 24 inch, 44 inch and 60 inch print formats.

Graphic Printers Include:

Printer	imagePROGRAF iPF9400	imagePROGRAF iPF9400S	imagePROGRAF iPF8400	imagePROGRAF iPF8400S
Type	12-Color 60-inch Printer	8-Color 60-inch Printer	12-Color 44-inch Printer	8-Color 44-inch Printer
Print Resolution	2,400 x 1,200 dpi (Max)	2,400 x 1,200 dpi (Max)	2,400 x 1,200 dpi (Max)	2,400 x 1,200 dpi (Max)
Ink Capacity	330ml per color2(Optional 700ml)	330ml per color2(Optional 700ml)	330ml per color2(Optional 700ml)	330 and 700ml per color available
Color Set	Cyan, Photo Cyan, Magenta, Photo Magenta, Yellow, Black, Matte Black, Red, Green. Blue, Gray, Photo Gray	Cyan, Photo Cyan, Magenta, Photo Magenta, Yellow, Black, Matte Black, Gray	Cyan, Photo Cyan, Magenta, Photo Magenta, Yellow, Black, Matte Black, Red, Green. Blue, Gray, Photo Gray	Cyan, Photo Cyan, Magenta, Photo Magenta, Yellow, Black, Matte Black, Gray
RAM	640 MB	640 MB	384 MB	250GB / 384 MB
Hard Drive	250 GB	250 GB	250 GB
Media Thickness	Front Loading Manual Feed: 0.07 - 0.8mm (2.8 - 31.4mil) Roll: 0.07 - 0.8mm (2.8 - 31.4mil)	Front Loading Manual Feed: 0.07 - 0.8mm (2.8 - 31.4mil) Roll: 0.07 - 0.8mm (2.8 - 31.4mil)	Front Loading Manual Feed: 0.07 - 0.8mm (2.8 - 31.4mil) Roll: 0.07 - 0.8mm (2.8 - 31.4mil)	Front Loading Manual Feed: 0.07 - 0.8mm (2.8 - 31.4mil) Roll: 0.07 - 0.8mm (2.8 - 31.4mil)
Software Included	Canon Printer Driver, Print Plug-in for Adobe Photoshop. Print Plug-in for Digital Photo Professional, Printer Driver Extra Kit (Free Layout, Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy, Advanced Preview), Print Plug-in for Microsoft® Word/Excel/PowerPoint (PC only), Accounting Manager, Gallery Wrap Feature	Canon Printer Driver, Printer Driver Extra Kit (Free Layout, Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy, Advanced Preview), Print Plug-in for Adobe Photoshop, Print Plug-in for Microsoft® Word/Excel/PowerPoint (PC only), Accounting Manager	Canon Printer Driver, Print Plug-in for Adobe Photoshop. Print Plug-in for Digital Photo Professional, Printer Driver Extra Kit (Free Layout, Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy, Advanced Preview), Print Plug-in for Microsoft® Word/Excel/PowerPoint (PC only), Accounting Manager, Gallery Wrap Feature	Canon Printer Driver, Print Plug-in for Adobe Photoshop. Print Plug-in for Digital Photo Professional, Printer Driver Extra Kit (Free Layout, Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy, Advanced Preview), Print Plug-in for Microsoft® Word/Excel/PowerPoint (PC only), Accounting Manager, Gallery Wrap Feature, Color Calibration Management Console, Printer Driver Optimization Module for AutoCAD, Direct Print & Share

Other Canon Graphic Printers

Printer	imagePROGRAF iPF6450	imagePROGRAF iPF6400	imagePROGRAF iPF6400S	imagePROGRAF iPF5100
Type	12-Color 24-inch Printer	12-Color 24-inch Printer	8-Color 24-inch Printer	12-Color 17-inch Printer
Print Resolution	2,400 x 1,200 dpi (Max)	2,400 x 1,200 dpi (Max)	2,400 x 1,200 dpi (Max)	2,400 x 1,200 dpi (Max)
Ink Capacity	130ml/300ml per color2	130ml/300ml per color2	130 and 300ml per color available2	130ml per color2
Color Set	Cyan, Photo Cyan, Magenta, Photo Magenta, Yellow, Black, Matte Black, Red, Green. Blue, Gray, Photo Gray	Cyan, Photo Cyan, Magenta, Photo Magenta, Yellow, Black, Matte Black, Red, Green. Blue, Gray, Photo Gray	Cyan, Photo Cyan, Magenta, Photo Magenta, Yellow, Black, Matte Black, Gray	Cyan, Photo Cyan, Magenta, Photo Magenta, Yellow, Black, Matte Black, Red, Green. Blue, Gray, Photo Gray
RAM	384 MB	384 MB	250 GB / 250 MB	192 MB
Hard Drive	250 GB
Media Thickness	Top Loading Manual Feed: 0.07 - 0.8mm (3.2 - 31.4mil)Front Loading Manual Feed: 0.5 - 1.5mm (19.6 - 59.0mil)Roll: 0.07 - 0.8mm (3.2 - 31.4mil)	Top Loading Manual Feed: 0.07 - 0.8mm (3.2 - 31.4mil) Front Loading Manual Feed: 0.5 - 1.5mm (19.6 - 59.0mil) Roll: 0.07 - 0.8mm (3.2 - 31.4mil)	Top Loading Manual Feed: 0.07 - 0.8mm (3.2 - 31.4mil) Front Loading Manual Feed: 0.5 - 1.5mm (19.6 - 59.0mil) Roll: 0.07 - 0.8mm (3.2 - 31.4mil)	Top Loading Manual Feed: 0.08 - 0.8mm (3.2 - 31.4mil) Front Loading Manual Feed: 0.5 - 1.5mm (19.6 - 59.0mil) Roll: 0.08 - 0.8mm (3.2 - 31.4mil) Cassette: 0.08 - 0.3mm (3.2 - 11.8mil)
Software Included	Canon Printer Driver, Print Plug-in for Adobe Photoshop. Print Plug-in for Digital Photo Professional, PosterArtist Lite (PC Only), Printer Driver Extra Kit (Free Layout, Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy, Advanced Preview), Print Plug-in for Microsoft® Word/Excel/PowerPoint (PC only), Accounting Manager, Gallery Wrap Feature Optional SU-21 SpectrophotometerModel:X-Rite SU-21Color Measurement Width: 480mmMax. Media Thickness:0.50mmXRGA Compliant :YesISO 13655 Compliant :YesUser Switchable UV	Canon Printer Driver, Print Plug-in for Adobe Photoshop. Print Plug-in for Digital Photo Professional, PosterArtist Lite (PC Only), Printer Driver Extra Kit (Free Layout, Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy, Advanced Preview), Print Plug-in for Microsoft® Word/Excel/PowerPoint (PC only), Accounting Manager, Gallery Wrap Feature	Canon Printer Driver, Print Plug-in for Adobe Photoshop. Print Plug-in for Digital Photo Professional, PosterArtist Lite (PC Only), Printer Driver Extra Kit (Free Layout, Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy, Advanced Preview), Print Plug-in for Microsoft® Word/Excel/PowerPoint (PC only), Accounting Manager, Gallery Wrap Feature, Color Calibration Management Console, Printer Driver Optimization Module for AutoCAD, Direct Print & Share Optional SU-21 Spectrophotometer Model :X-Rite SU-21 Color Measurement Width:480mm Max. Media Thickness:0.50mm XRGA Compliant :Yes ISO 13655 Compliant :Yes User Switchable UV Filter :Yes White/Black Backing :Included on one strip Support for Third Party RIPS :Most leading Third Party RIPS	Plug-in for Digital Photo Professional, Digital Photo Front-Access, Printer Driver Extra Kit (Free Layout, imageRUNNER Linking Function)

Technical Documents and General Use Printers

The technical documents and general use printers are for architects and engineers who need to ensure accurate drawings, documents and presentations. These quality large printers use bold and compelling colors for technically skilled and business savvy clients. These line of printers feature a one of a kind five color dye/pigment ink set so your prints will stand out.

Printer	imagePROGRAF iPF825	imagePROGRAF iPF815	imagePROGRAF iPF785	imagePROGRAF iPF780	imagePROGRAF iPF770
Type	5-Color 44-inch Dual Roll Printer	5-Color 44-inch Printer	5-Color 36-inch Printer	5-Color 36-inch Printer	5-Color 36-inch Printer
Print Resolution	2,400 x 1,200 dpi (Max)	2,400 x 1,200 dpi (Max)	2,400 x 1,200 dpi (Max)	2,400 x 1,200 dpi (Max)	2,400 x 1,200 dpi (Max)
Ink Capacity	330ml per color (Optional 700ml)	330ml per color (Optional 700ml)	130ml or 300ml per color4	130ml or 300ml per color4	130ml per color2
Color Set	Dye:Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black Pigment:Matte Black	Dye:Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black Pigment:Matte Black	Dye: Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black Pigment: Matte Black	Dye: Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black Pigment: Matte Black	Dye: Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black Pigment: Matte Black
RAM	32 GB dedicated file processing memory, 384MB RAM	32 GB dedicated file processing memory, 384MB RAM	32GB	256MB	256MB
Hard Drive	160 GB	160 GB	320GB
Media Thickness	Front Loading Manual Feed: 0.07 - 0.8mm (2.8 - 31.4mil) Roll: 0.07 - 0.8mm (2.8 - 31.4mil)	Front Loading Manual Feed: 0.07 - 0.8mm (2.8 - 31.4mil) Roll: 0.07 - 0.8mm (2.8 - 31.4mil)	0.07-0.8mm (2.8-31.4mil)	0.07-0.8mm (2.8-31.4mil)	0.07-0.8mm (2.8-31.4mil)
Software Included	PosterArtist Lite, Accounting Manager, Canon Printer Driver, Digital Photo Front-Access, Printer Driver Extra Kit (Free Layout, imageRUNNER Linking Function), HDI Driver for AutoCAD3	PosterArtist Lite, Accounting Manager, Canon Printer Driver, Digital Photo Front-Access, Printer Driver Extra Kit (Free Layout, imageRUNNER Linking Function), HDI Driver for AutoCAD3.	Canon Printer Driver, Printer Driver Extra Kit (Free Layout, Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy, Advanced Preview), Direct Print & Share, imagePROGRAF Print Utility2, PosterArtist Lite (PC Only), Print Plug-in for Microsoft® Word/Excel/PowerPoint (PC only), Status Monitor, Media Configuration Tool, Optimized Module for AutoCAD	Canon Printer Driver, Printer Driver Extra Kit (Free Layout, Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy, Advanced Preview), Direct Print & Share, imagePROGRAF Print Utility2, PosterArtist Lite (PC Only), Print Plug-in for Microsoft® Word/Excel/PowerPoint (PC only), Status Monitor, Media Configuration Tool, Optimized Module for AutoCAD	Canon Printer Driver, Printer Driver Extra Kit (Free Layout, Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy, Advanced Preview), Direct Print & Share, imagePROGRAF Print Utility^, PosterArtist Lite (PC Only), Print Plug-in for Microsoft® Word/Excel/PowerPoint (PC only), Status Monitor, Media Configuration Tool, Optimized Module for AutoCAD

Other Technical Documents and General Use Printers

Printer	imagePROGRAF iPF685	imagePROGRAF iPF680	imagePROGRAF iPF670	imagePROGRAF iPF610	imagePROGRAF iPF5100
Type	5-Color 24-inch Printer	5-Color 24-inch Printer	5-Color 24-inch Printer	5-Color 24-inch Printer	5-Color 17-inch Printer
Print Resolution	2,400 x 1,200 dpi (Max)	2,400 x 1,200 dpi (Max)	2,400 x 1,200 dpi (Max)	2,400 x 1,200 dpi (Max)	2,400 x 1,200 dpi (Max)
Ink Capacity	130ml or 300ml per color4	130ml or 300ml per color4	130ml per color2	130ml per color2	130ml per color2
Color Set	Dye: Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black Pigment: Matte Black	Dye: Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black Pigment: Matte Black	Dye: Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black Pigment: Matte Black	Dye:Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black Pigment:Matte Black (two channels)	Dye:Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black Pigment:Matte Black (two channels)
RAM	32GB	256MB	256MB	256 MB	192 MB
Hard Drive	320GB
Media Thickness	0.07-0.8mm (2.8-31.4mil)	0.07-0.8mm (2.8-31.4mil)	0.07-0.8mm (2.8-31.4mil)	Top Loading Manual Feed: 0.07 - 0.8mm (2.8 - 31.4mil) Front Loading Manual Feed: 0.5 - 1.5mm (19.6 - 59.0mil) Roll: 0.08 - 0.8mm (2.8 - 31.4mil) Cassette: 0.08 - 0.3mm (3.2 - 11.8mil)	Top Loading Manual Feed: 0.07 - 0.8mm (2.8 - 31.4mil) Front Loading Manual Feed: 0.5 - 1.5mm (19.6 - 59.0mil) With Optional Roll Unit: 0.07 - 0.8mm (2.8 - 31.4mil)
Software Included	Canon Printer Driver, Printer Driver Extra Kit (Free Layout, Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy, Advanced Preview), Direct Print & Share, imagePROGRAF Print Utility2, PosterArtist Lite (PC Only), Print Plug-in for Microsoft® Word/Excel/PowerPoint (PC only), Status Monitor, Media Configuration Tool, Optimized Module for AutoCAD	Canon Printer Driver, Printer Driver Extra Kit (Free Layout, Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy, Advanced Preview), Direct Print & Share, imagePROGRAF Print Utility2, PosterArtist Lite (PC Only), Print Plug-in for Microsoft® Word/Excel/PowerPoint (PC only), Status Monitor, Media Configuration Tool, Optimized Module for AutoCAD	Canon Printer Driver, Printer Driver Extra Kit (Free Layout, Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy, Advanced Preview), Direct Print & Share, imagePROGRAF Print Utility^, PosterArtist Lite (PC Only), Print Plug-in for Microsoft® Word/Excel/PowerPoint (PC only), Status Monitor, Media Configuration Tool, Optimized Module for AutoCAD	Canon Printer Driver, Digital Photo Front-Access, Printer Driver Extra Kit (Free Layout, imageRUNNER Linking Function), HDI Driver for AutoCAD4	Canon Printer Driver, Digital Photo Front-Access Printer, Driver Extra Kit (Free Layout, imageRUNNER Linking Function), HDI Driver for AutoCAD4, PosterArtist Lite (PC only), Print Plug-in for Microsoft® Word/Excel/PowerPoint (PC only)

Infographics and Poster Printers

The large infographics and poster printers create large scale vibrant banners and point of purchase displays. These printers use Canon’s LUCIA EX 6 - Color pigment ink system to create eye-catch prints in vivid color and are sure to capture attention.

Printer	imagePROGRAF iPF8400SE	imagePROGRAF iPF6400SE
Type	6-Color 44 inch Printer	6-Color 24 inch Printer
Print Resolution	2,400 x 1,200 dpi (Max)	2,400 x 1,200 dpi (Max)
Ink Capacity	330 and 700ml per color	130 and 300mi per color
Color Set	Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black, Matte Black, Red	Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black, Matte Black, Red
RAM	384 MB	256 MB
Hard Drive
Media Thickness	Front Loading Manual Feed: 0.07 - 0.8mm (2.8 - 31.4mil) Roll: 0.07 - 0.8mm (2.8 - 31.4mil)	Front Loading Manual Feed: 0.07 - 0.8mm (2.8 - 31.4mil) Roll: 0.07 - 0.8mm (2.8 - 31.4mil)
Software Included	Canon Printer Driver, Printer Driver Extra Kit (Free Layout, Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy, Advanced Preview), PosterArtist Lite (PC Only), Print Plug-in for Microsoft® Word/Excel/PowerPoint, Accounting Manager (PC Only), Direct Print & Share, Optimized Module for AutoCAD (PC Only)	Canon Printer Driver, PosterArtist Lite (PC Only), Printer Driver Extra Kit (Free Layout, Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy, Advanced Preview), Print Plug-in for Microsoft® Word/Excel/PowerPoint, Accounting Manager (PC Only), Direct Print & Share, Optimized Module for AutoCAD (PC Only)