Key points to remember:
Has speed of 51ppm for b/w or color
Does not offer true 8 bits per pixel
Standard print controller only provides PCL print driver, so PostScript is an expensive option
Paper drawers can hold up to 110lb. index only (can not handle 10point)
Paper drawers do not have paper size sensors
Only comes standard with two paper drawers
First color copy out time of 8 seconds
First b/w copy out time of 6. 2 seconds
Document encryption capability is not standard
Optional fax only has 400x400dpi and does not offer polling
Document feeder can only handle up to 34lb. paper
Optional booklet maker can only make booklets up to 15 sheets
Warmup time is 4 minutes (due to high heat of fuser)Drums only have a life of 78,000 impressions (up to 300,000 on C550)
Black toner yield of only 27,0000 (versus 45K on C550)
Control panel does not tilt or swivel
Can not add toner while unit is runningPaper feeds through the middle of the engine
Canon
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