Canon PIXMA PRO-10 Color Professional Inkjet Photo Printer

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Overview

The Canon PIXMA PRO-10 Color Professional Inkjet Photo Printer is a premium offering designed for photographers and other creative professionals seeking high-quality photo prints. This inkjet printer represents a blend of cutting-edge technology and advanced features, engineered to produce vibrant and glossy photographs with smooth tonal gradations and subdued colors. Featuring wide support for various brands of photo media, the PRO-10 is an ideal choice for those who demand top-tier performance in their prints.

Design and Build

Dimensions

• Measurements: The Canon PIXMA PRO-10 features a substantial build, measuring 689 mm in width, 385 mm in depth, and 215 mm in height.
• Weight: With a weight of 20.0 kg, the PRO-10 is solidly constructed, emphasizing its durability and stability.

Structure

The Canon PIXMA PRO-10 boasts a sleek and professional exterior designed to integrate seamlessly into any office or studio setting. Its robust construction ensures long-term reliability, making it a dependable choice for continuous, high-volume printing tasks.

Performance

Printing Technology

The Canon PIXMA PRO-10 uses advanced inkjet technology to deliver outstanding print quality. Leveraging a 10-ink system, it achieves superior color accuracy and detail, ideal for producing professional-grade photos.

Print Quality

The printer supports a maximum resolution of 4800 x 2400 dpi, ensuring crisp, high-definition prints. The 10-ink system includes pigment-based inks that enhance longevity and color stability, providing prints that are resistant to fading over time.

Ink System

• 10-ink System: Includes the following inks:
• Cyan
• Magenta
• Yellow
• Black (photo black and matte black)
• Gray
• Light Gray
• Red
• Green
• Chroma Optimizer

The inclusion of specialized colors such as gray, light gray, and Chroma Optimizer helps achieve smoother gradients, reduced bronzing, and enhanced color consistency, making this printer ideal for both color and monochrome prints.

Media Handling

Media Sizes

• Maximum Media Size: The Canon PIXMA PRO-10 can handle media up to A3+ size (13 x 19 inches), providing supportive versatility for a broad range of printing needs.
• Robust Media Flexibility: In addition to standard photo papers, the PRO-10 supports a variety of specialty media, such as fine art papers and glossy photo papers, from different brands, offering users extensive creative flexibility.

Media Types

The printer is designed to accommodate various types of media, including:

• Glossy photo paper
• Matte photo paper
• Fine art paper
• Canvas

This wide compatibility ensures that photographers can choose the best paper type to match their artistic vision, ensuring each print showcases their work beautifully.

Connectivity

Wireless and Wired Connectivity

• Wireless Printing: The Canon PIXMA PRO-10 supports wireless connectivity, including Wi-Fi, allowing users to print directly from their computers, smartphones, or tablets, enhancing convenience and workflow efficiency.
• Ethernet Connectivity: For a more stable connection, the printer also features Ethernet support, making it suitable for networked office environments.
• USB Connection: Direct USB connectivity ensures fast data transfer and easy direct printing from connected devices.

Print from Mobile Devices

The Canon PIXMA PRO-10 supports various mobile printing solutions, including:

• Apple AirPrint
• Google Cloud Print
• Canon PRINT app
• PictBridge

These features provide flexible options for printing photos directly from mobile devices, enabling users to seamlessly integrate the printer into their digital workflows.

Color Management

Accurate color reproduction is critical for professional photography. The Canon PIXMA PRO-10 is compatible with various color management solutions:

ICC Profiles

The printer supports ICC profiles for different media types, ensuring that colors are reproduced accurately according to the specific characteristics of each paper.

Advanced Software

Canon provides a suite of professional software tools, such as:

• Print Studio Pro: This plug-in works seamlessly with Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom, simplifying the process of fine-tuning print settings and managing color profiles, resulting in consistent and accurate prints.

Ease of Use

User-Friendly Interface

The Canon PIXMA PRO-10 features an intuitive interface with easy-to-navigate menus, making it simple to adjust settings and manage print jobs.

Automatic Functions

Several automated features enhance user experience and reduce maintenance:

• Auto Power On/Off: Saves energy by automatically turning off when not in use and powers on when a print job is sent.
• Clog-Free Technology: Keeps printheads clear and ensures consistent print quality.

Maintenance

The design of the Canon PIXMA PRO-10 includes easy-access compartments for ink replacement and routine maintenance, reducing downtime and keeping your