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Canon SELPHY CP1500 Compact Photo Printer (Black)

BH #CACP1500B • MFR #5539C001
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Canon SELPHY CP1500 Compact Photo Printer (Black)
Key Features
  • Portable Design with Battery Support
  • Print Off SD Card, USB Drive or Computer
  • Includes Ink/Paper Set for 4 x 6" Prints
  • Supports 4 Different Paper/Sticker Sizes
Print vibrant, professional-like photos off a memory card, USB flash drive, or computer connection with the ultra-compact Canon SELPHY CP1500, in a sleek black design. At approximately 7 x 5 x 2", the SELPHY is a portable photo printer that supports four different paper sizes, including small adhesive stickers. An ink and paper set is included for printing 4 x 6" postcard sized prints, and multiple other sets are optionally available. Between all the supported types, you can print in the following four sizes: 4 x 6", 3.5 x 4.7", 2.1 x 3.4" (stickers), and 2.1 x 2.1". The SELPHY prints vivid photos in 300 x 300 dpi resolution and 16.7 million colors.
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Canon CP1500 Overview

Print vibrant, professional-like photos off a memory card, USB flash drive, or computer connection with the ultra-compact Canon SELPHY CP1500, in a sleek black design. At approximately 7 x 5 x 2", the SELPHY is a portable photo printer that supports four different paper sizes, including small adhesive stickers. An ink and paper set is included for printing 4 x 6" postcard sized prints, and multiple other sets are optionally available. Between all the supported types, you can print in the following four sizes: 4 x 6", 3.5 x 4.7", 2.1 x 3.4" (stickers), and 2.1 x 2.1". The SELPHY prints vivid photos in 300 x 300 dpi resolution and 16.7 million colors.

The printouts dry instantly and are resistant to water, scratches, and fingerprints, and they're made to last a long time up to 100 years. A postcard size image takes approximately 41 seconds to print out, and a credit card size print takes about 23 seconds.

The SELPHY is simple to use and is designed for today's mobile world. While it comes with an AC power supply, it also supports the optional Canon NB-CP2LH battery, which allows up to 54 prints on a single charge. Combine this flexibility with the SELPHY's compact size, and you have a portable printer that can travel with you and print even on the go, without any cable connection.

The SELPHY has an SD card slot that directly supports an SD, SDHC, or SDXC memory card. Many cameras use microSD cards, and these can be connected via an optional microSD card adapter. A compatible USB flash drive can be connected to the onboard USB Type-C port. Likewise, you can connect your computer to this USB port and print photos saved on your computer. (For computer connections, Canon only guarantees compatibility with Windows 11 and the latest versions of macOS.)

Featuring built-in Wi-Fi, the SELPHY CP1500 can be synched up to your smartphone or tablet to work with the SELPHY Layout app or the Canon PRINT app, both compatible with iOS and Android. Using the SELPHY app, you can assign a gloss, semi-gloss, or satin surface finish, as well as apply different overcoat patterns, add a QR code to an image, and more. One use for a QR code is as an invite to an event website. The QR code can be set up to direct your audience to a web link where an invitation will be waiting for them to a wedding or other event.

Besides the supported apps, certain edits to your images can be applied via the large 3.5" display of the printer. You can preview images and add effects such as sepia or black and white looks before printing. The built-in Wi-Fi capability also allows you to wirelessly initiate print commands via Apple AirPrint.

Compatible ink and paper sets include the postcard sized RP-108 and KP-36IP, square sized KC-18IS (adhesive stickers), credit card sized KC-18IF, and others. The output tray of the printer holds up to 18 sheets. Additional features include an anti-theft wire lock slot.

Key Features
  • Print professional-like photos off a memory card, USB flash drive, or connection to a Mac/Windows computer
  • Compact design measuring approximately 7 x 5 x 2" and supporting an optional battery for portability
  • Includes an ink and paper set for printing 4 x 6" postcard sized prints
  • Supports four different paper sizes, including 2.1 x 3.4" adhesive stickers
  • Prints vibrant 300 x 300 dpi resolution photos in 16.7 million colors
  • Synchs up to a companion iOS/Android SELPHY Layout app over built-in Wi-Fi
  • Assign glossy, semi-gloss, and satin surface finishes via the SELPHY app
  • Apply different overcoat patterns, add a QR code to an image, and more
  • Preview images and add effects such as sepia via a 3.5" LCD
  • AC power supply included
Supported Adhesive Paper Sizes
  • Postcard size 4 x 6"
  • L size 3.5 x 4.7"
  • Card size 2.1 x 3.4" (stickers)
  • Square label 2.1 x 2.1"
Additional Features
  • Borderless and bordered printing
  • Bookmark printing
  • 2-up fixed size print
  • Index print
  • Reprint
  • Shuffle print
  • Anti-theft wire lock slot
UPC: 013803346046

Canon CP1500 Specs

Key Specs
Functions
Print
Printing Technology
Dye Sublimation / Thermal Transfer
Color Type
Color
Print Resolution
300 x 300 dpi
Wireless
802.11b/g Wi-Fi 
Power Source
AC Adapter (Included)
Battery (Not Included)
Printer
Printing Technology
Dye Sublimation / Thermal Transfer
Color Type
Color
Ink Palette
CMY, Overcoat
Print Resolution
300 x 300 dpi
Borderless Printing
Yes
Duplex Printing
No
Printer Media Handling
Supported Media
Cassette
Media Handling
1 x Input Tray, Output Tray
Connectivity
Data I/O
1x USB-C 2.0 Input
Wireless
802.11b/g Wi-Fi 
Direct Printing
Apple AirPrint, Canon PRINT
Media/Memory Card Slot
Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC
OS Compatibility
Windows 11 or Later / macOS
General
Display Size
3.5"
Display Type
LCD
Power Source
AC Adapter (Included)
Battery (Not Included)
Battery
No
Dimensions (W x H x D)
7.2 x 2.3 x 5.2" / 18.3 x 5.8 x 13.2 cm
Weight
1.9 lb / 862 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
3.575 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
9.4 x 8.6 x 4.8"

Canon CP1500 Reviews

Fantastic quality

By Luis
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2025-04-01

This printer has phenomenal quality. It uses cartridges so there’s no fussing over ink cartridges. Everyone I print photos for is beyond the moon. The app is super easy to use the price per print is really good if it’s on top of my tower of PC it might be just me, but I found connecting it to an actual PC is kind of involved however connectivity with iPhone and iPad is flawless. I highly recommend.

Surprisingly Good, Easy To Use

By Carl
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2025-02-26

I purchased this for my wife, who loves to take iPhone pics and is always asking me to print them for her. Also, she is not very tech-savvy. The printer is fairly easy for me to set up and is very easy for her to use, she just prints from her iOS Photos app. The print quality is plenty good enough for her to print photos to give to friends and family. I have no experience using it on any other operating system, however I am comfortable recommending this product.

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Does it come with a battery?

Does it come with a battery?
Asked by: Robert
The Canon SELPHY CP1500 Compact Photo Printer does not come with a battery. It is AC power only out of the box. To use it portably, this optional battery is needed: https://bhpho.to/41gn4yt
Answered by: Dan W
Date published: 2023-12-28

Can it print 2x2 inch passport size pictures?

Can it print 2x2 inch passport size pictures?
Asked by: Tam
Yes, the Canon SELPHY CP1500 Compact Photo Printer (Black) can print 2" x 2" passport ID photos.
Answered by: Kenneth C
Date published: 2023-03-28

Will this printer print a two up strip print like ...

Will this printer print a two up strip print like a photo booth as the CP1300 does?
Asked by: Ernie
Yes the Canon CP1500 can print a two up strip as well as many other layouts.
Answered by: Dan W
Date published: 2024-05-08

How heavy is the 4 x 6 paper? Comparable to a ...

How heavy is the 4 x 6 paper? Comparable to a standard lab print?
Asked by: Catherine
Canon KP-108IN paper is slighter lighter than a standard lab print. Canon KP-108IN is comparable to a 190gsm (grams per square meter) paper.
Answered by: roman
Date published: 2022-11-25

Does it work with iPad?

Does it work with iPad?
Asked by: Joseph
The Canon SELPHY CP1500 Compact Photo Printer has both wi-fi and bluetooth for wireless printing from an iPad or a smart phone. The free app is available in the app store or on Google Play for android.
Answered by: Dan W
Date published: 2024-05-08

Can you print directly from a camera like the EOS ...

Can you print directly from a camera like the EOS R via wireless or USB?
Asked by: Eric
No, you cannot connect the Canon SELPHY CP1500 Compact Photo Printer (Black) directly to a camera, like the EOS R, to print. However, it includes an SD card slot you can use to print photos on your camera's SD card.
Answered by: Kenneth C
Date published: 2024-09-02

How many different color tanks? How many blacks? ...

How many different color tanks? How many blacks? Thank you.
Asked by: Art
The Canon SELPHY CP1500 Compact Photo Printer (Black), B&H # CACP1500B, uses one single ink cartridge.
Answered by: Luis F
Date published: 2025-01-26

Will this CP1500 WORK WITH WINDOWS 7 ?

Will this CP1500 WORK WITH WINDOWS 7 ?
Asked by: Leonid
No, the Canon SELPHY CP1500 Compact Photo Printer (Black) is not compatible with Windows 7. The manufacturer only goatees operation with computers running Windows 11 and the latest version of MacOS.
Answered by: Kenneth C
Date published: 2024-05-29
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