Canon imagePROGRAF iPF6100 Large Format Printer
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The Canon imagePROGRAF IPF6100 Large Format Printer produces prints with brilliant color and superb detail thanks to its sophisticated print-head technology. With features designed to help all levels of users achieve extraordinary results, the iPF6100 printer is the ideal solution for any color professional looking for striking, full-bleed color output with strength in paper handling and exceptional speed in output.
The iPF6100 printer is engineered to produce colors, fine details, and subtle expressions required for some of the most challenging color environments such as photography, proofing and professional graphic applications. It is equipped with the ability to recalibrate itself to the original factory settings and apply any necessary adjustments across the printer's media types, resulting in a more predictable printing platform where results can be consistently achieved.
The 12-color LUCIA pigment ink system offers excellent color fastness and stability with a remarkably wide color gamut, while the ink formulation for Black, Matte Black, Gray and Photo Gray inks reduce bronzing, and provides stronger ink adhesion to the print media, resulting in better scratch resistance without any additional protection. The Canon L-COA processor, which is dedicated to the imagePROGRAF, is designed to optimize the best quality output at the highest possible speeds. Vivid breathtaking, long lasting prints are achieved by combining Canon's advanced technological achievements.
- 12-Color Pigment Ink System
- The iPF6100 printer's ink set is comprised of 12 colors with four standard process colors, Photo Cyan and Photo Magenta; plus Red, Green, and Blue; Matte Black, Gray, and Photo Gray. This unique combination creates a broad color pallet and delivers exceptional print results.
- LUCIA Pigment Inks
- The iPF6100 printer's LUCIA ink is specially formulated to reduce graininess and bronzing and resist scratching and fading. The use of Photo Black, Matte Black, Gray and Photo Gray optimize black ink density for exceptional monochrome photo-quality output, and the iPF6100 printer automatically matches the correct black ink to achieve the best print results.
- PF-03 Dual Print Head System
- Engineered for speed and advanced image production, the iPF6100 boasts Canon's dual print head system to lay down ink with unprecedented speed and accuracy. Unlike conventional printers with a single print head, the iPF6100 uses two high-precision, high density print heads with a total of 30,720 nozzles. It lays down precise 4 picoliter-size ink droplets to produce delicate color gradations and high-definition. The twin lines of nozzles on the print heads enable the iPF6100 to minimize the number of printing passes and still maintain superb print quality.
- L-COA Print Controller
- The IPF6100 is built around the innovative L-COA (Large Format printer Common Architecture) processor. When it comes to speed and accuracy, the L-COA processor is in a league of its own. By intelligently processing print data and directing the high precision, high-density print heads, the system ensures image clarity and color accuracy, even for complex graphics and color-rich photographic images. Combined with Canon's dual print head design and the most ink nozzles per color in the industry, the L-COA controller helps achieve phenomenal print speeds.
- Built-in Calibration
- The iPF6100 printer is equipped with the ability to recalibrate itself to the original optimal factory settings and apply any necessary adjustments. This creates a more stable, predictable printing platform on which superior results can be consistently achieved. The system has built-in calibration sensors that accurately detect variation in print heads and measures the density levels of the inks and makes necessary adjustments to return calibration to the original factory settings.
- Multiple Media Options
- The iPF6100 printer offers three media feed options; a rear manual feed, a front straight path manual feed for thicker media up to 1.5mm, and a roll feed for longer paper lengths, and borderless prints. The roll feed comes with two and three-inch core adapters to accommodate all Canon roll-stock media up to 24" wide. The printer also comes standard with a built-in rotary media cutter, and can utilize both its rotary cutter and the optional roll feed unit to produce breathtaking borderless (edge-to-edge) prints in minutes.
- Print Plug-in for Adobe Photoshop and Digital Photo Professional
- The included export modules allow users to directly process and print RAW image files from DPP or Adobe Photoshop, and bypasses the operating systems dependent print driver, thereby allowing processing of 16-bit RGB images directly, which dramatically increases gradations and as a result, overall image quality. Some of the features of this advanced export module include full screen preview, more print quality selections, categorized paper type view, roll paper layout view, and bi-cubic enlargement.
- Printer Driver 2007
- The imagePROGRAF printer driver works with both Windows and Macintosh operating systems offering exceptional, high quality prints through easy usability and accurate color. The printer driver incorporates existing imagePROGRAF features along with, updated easy to use functions. The monochrome photo mode produces neutral, high quality monochrome images with the primary use of the Black, Gray and Photo Gray inks, and helps to ensure minimal shifts in color that are commonly caused by the use of color inks in black and white prints. Another easy to use feature is the free layout feature, which allows for custom nesting of separate images and documents.
- Digital Photo Front-Access Utility
- The Digital Photo Front-Access has been developed by Canon as a utility to import images from a camera, memory card, USB, etc and incorporate them into software applications such as PosterArtist and Photoshop. It provides auto image retouching, the ability to open in PosterArtist and Photoshop files with support for JPEG and RAW images, and simple configuration of print settings by means of the printer driver.
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| Printing Method | |
|---|---|
| Printing Technology | Inkjet printing with FINE (Full-lithography Inkjet Nozzle Engineering) using PF-03 Print Heads |
| Maximum Resolution | 2400 x 1200 dpi |
| Minimum Ink Droplet Size | 4 picoliter |
| Ink Type | LUCIA Pigment Ink |
| Ink Palette | Cyan, Photo Cyan, Magenta, Photo Magenta, Yellow, Black, Matte Black, Gray, Red, Green, Blue, Photo Gray |
| Ink Cartridge Configuration | 12 Individual Ink Cartridges |
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Print Speed | A2 Size (16.5" x 23.4") Color Photo: 3 minutes |
| Input Buffer | 384 MB |
| Printer Duty Cycle | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Print Archival Life | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Paper Handling | |
| Maximum Paper Width | 24" |
| Maximum Printable Area | 24" x 62' (roll feed) |
| Paper Sizes | 8" - 24" Wide (Cut Sheets & Rolls) |
| Borderless Photo Sizes | Roll Media only with widths of 10" (254 mm), B4 (257 mm), A3+ (329 mm), 14" (356 mm), 16" (407 mm), A2 (420 mm), A2+/17" (432 mm), B2 (515 mm), A1 (594 mm), 24" (610 mm) |
| Paper Types | All Inkjet Receivable Media |
| Maximum Paper Thickness |
Top-Loading Manual Feed: 0.8mm (19.6mil) Front-Loading Manual Feed: 1.5mm (59.0mil) Roll Feed: 0.8mm (31.4mil) |
| Paper Capacity |
Manual Feed (top): 1 Sheet Manual Feed (Front): 1 Sheet Roll Feed: 2" or 3" core with total roll diameter of 5.9" |
| Special Media Support | Works with Non-paper Based Inkjet Media |
| Connectivity | |
|---|---|
| Computer Interface |
USB 2.0 (High-Speed) Ethernet (10/100 Base-T/TX) |
| Compatible Memory Cards | No |
| Direct Print Capable | No |
| Network Capable | Yes (Ethernet) |
| PostScript Support | No (Compatible with most 3rd Party PostScript Rip software) |
| System & Software Requirements |
Windows 2000, XP, Vista (32/64 bit) Macintosh OS 9.x, OS X (10.1 or later) |
| Physical | |
|---|---|
| Status Display | 2-line Alphanumeric Monochrome LCD & Indicator LED's |
| Image Preview Display | No |
| Front Panel Controls | Power, Info/Cleaning, Paper feed/Paper select, 4-way controller with OK button, Stop/Eject |
| Power Requirements | 100-120V AC; 50-60Hz |
| Dimensions | 46.3 x 39.1 x 35.2" (1176 x 994 x 894 mm) |
| Weight | 145 lb. (66 kg) with stand |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 11 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
80%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to setup (7)
- Easy to use (7)
- Fast print time (5)
- Durable construction (4)
- Low ink consumption (4)
Cons
- Large footprint (3)
Best Uses
- Photos (8)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Frequent user (9)
- Primary use:
- Business (6), Personal (4)
Most Liked Positive Review
Outstanding printer
I recently replaced my Roland Hi-Fi Jet 40 with the new Canon IPF6100 wide-format printer, and the Canon blows the Roland right out of the water! I print either on Crane Museo or Hahnemuhle ...Read complete review
I recently replaced my Roland Hi-Fi Jet 40 with the new Canon IPF6100 wide-format printer, and the Canon blows the Roland right out of the water! I print either on Crane Museo or Hahnemuhle fine art papers with spectacular results. You won't go wrong with this outstanding new printer.
Expertise: Well-established professional photographer
Previous Equivalent Item Owned: Roland Hi-Fi Jet 40 printer
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Most Liked Negative Review
Just so-so
When this printer is working correctly the speed and output quality are excellent. However, I have spent too much time dealing with paper misfeeds and printhead cleaning than seems reasonable. Misfeeds occur in the...Read complete review
When this printer is working correctly the speed and output quality are excellent. However, I have spent too much time dealing with paper misfeeds and printhead cleaning than seems reasonable. Misfeeds occur in the midst of print jobs, and immediately after successful printing. This wastes paper, time and patience.
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Pros
- Easy To Setup
- Easy To Use
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Photos
Comments about Canon imagePROGRAF iPF6100 Large Format Printer:
I use this printer for fine art photographic printing. The print quality is outstanding. With B&W I have people think they are looking at silver prints. Color quality is outstanding. I use the Canon print driver and do not print through Photoshop. This works very well. This printer really does not clog. I would never go back to an Epson printer! As with any printer, it takes a little time to settle in with papers that work best with your work,
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Easy To Setup
- Fast Print Time
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Canon imagePROGRAF iPF6100 Large Format Printer:
The printer was actually very easy to set up and to start printing. The directions were extremely easy to follow. I am very pleased with the output although printing for optimal quality takes time and care. the documentation does not cover the print interface with Photoshop and Lightroom well. I cannot find updated information on the Canon website regarding the Print Plug-in as it interfaces with CS 5 or Lightroom 3.
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Durable construction
- Easy Setup
- Easy To Use
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Graphics & Charts
- Photos
Comments about Canon imagePROGRAF iPF6100 Large Format Printer:
Excellent Packaging
Excellent Instructions
Superb Quality of Printing
Recommend the Printer to photography Aficionados
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
Cons
- Jams Easily
- Unreliable
Best Uses
- Graphics & Charts
Comments about Canon imagePROGRAF iPF6100 Large Format Printer:
When this printer is working correctly the speed and output quality are excellent. However, I have spent too much time dealing with paper misfeeds and printhead cleaning than seems reasonable. Misfeeds occur in the midst of print jobs, and immediately after successful printing. This wastes paper, time and patience.
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast Print Time
Cons
- Hard Setup
Best Uses
- Photos
Comments about Canon imagePROGRAF iPF6100 Large Format Printer:
Offers lots of flexibility on printing. I use it for photos. Produces very high quality results. Takes a while to set up, instructions could be more clear.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Durable construction
- Easy Setup
- Easy To Use
- Fast Print Time
- Low Ink Consumption
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Photos
Comments about Canon imagePROGRAF iPF6100 Large Format Printer:
I am a nature wildlife photographer that likes to print my own stuff. This printer far exceeded my expectations. The photos created by this printer are absolutely amazing. I did not find it hard to set up and get started. I would recommend this printer to all serious photographers and amateurs. Have Fun!
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Durable construction
- Easy Setup
- Easy To Use
- Fast Print Time
- Low Ink Consumption
- Reliable
Cons
- Large Footprint
Best Uses
- Black & white Documents
- Photos
Comments about Canon imagePROGRAF iPF6100 Large Format Printer:
Great printer ... easy to use. Love it ... great investment.
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Easy Setup
- Easy To Use
- Low Ink Consumption
Cons
- Large Footprint
- Slow Print Time
Best Uses
- Photos
Comments about Canon imagePROGRAF iPF6100 Large Format Printer:
The output quality on this printer is simply outstanding. It's B&W photo performance is especially good and ink consumption is low. The initial setup process is lengthy but once ready for use it is very easy to operate.
Print speed can be a tad slow over Ethernet so I recommend using USB if possible.
The roll feeder is in the rear of the unit rather than underneath, so it does have a deep as well as wide footprint. It is heavy as well, although there are built-in handholds allowing two people to lift it easily. The sturdy wheeled stand allows for one-person moving.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Durable construction
- Easy Setup
- Easy To Use
- Fast Print Time
- Low Ink Consumption
Cons
- Large Footprint
Best Uses
- Photos
Comments about Canon imagePROGRAF iPF6100 Large Format Printer:
I am so pleased with the results of this printer. The crispness it produces is just amazing. I have only had it two weeks, and I can already tell it was worth every penny. So far, I've only printed black and white photographs, but I couldn't be happier with the quality of the prints even at 24x36. Also, the printer is very ink conservative I have printed quite a lot and my ink level has barely decreased.
The only thing I am still struggling with is that unless I am printing full bleed, the printer crops the left side of landscape images off of the page, while still maintaining a border around all sides of the paper. I also can't seem to get the image to center on sheet paper. When using roll paper, I don't experience either problem.
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
Cons
- Hard Setup
Best Uses
- Photos
Comments about Canon imagePROGRAF iPF6100 Large Format Printer:
Difficult to install on on mixed PC/Mac network. Beautiful photo prints.
- Primary use:
- Business
Comments about Canon imagePROGRAF iPF6100 Large Format Printer:
I recently replaced my Roland Hi-Fi Jet 40 with the new Canon IPF6100 wide-format printer, and the Canon blows the Roland right out of the water! I print either on Crane Museo or Hahnemuhle fine art papers with spectacular results. You won't go wrong with this outstanding new printer.
Expertise: Well-established professional photographer
Previous Equivalent Item Owned: Roland Hi-Fi Jet 40 printer
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Cables & Adapters
- Price: $3.95
Ink Cartridges
- Price: $79.00
Photo Paper
- Price: $91.43
Maintenance Tanks
- Price: $54.95
Surge Protectors
- Price: $12.95
What's in the Box
- Power Cord
- 2x Print Heads (PF-03)
- 12 Starter Ink Tank Cartridges
- Maintenance Cartridge (installed)
- 2" Roll Holder with 3" Core adapters
- Printer Stand with Basket
- Sample Roll of Premium Matte Paper
- Media Swatch Kit
- User Software CD-ROM (imagePROGRAF Printer Driver 2007, Print Plug-in for Photoshop & Digital Photo Professional, Printer Driver Extra Kit, Digital Photo Front-Access, imageRUNNER Linking Function, GARO Status Monitor, Media Configuration Tool)
- User Manual CD-ROM
- Quick Start Guide
- Reference Guide
- Menu Map
- 1-Year Limited Warranty
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