Canon MP170 Ink
PIXMA MP170 Ink Cartridges

Canon MP170 Printer Review

Want to print high quality pictures right at home for a low cost? Look no further than the Canon MP170. Targeted for home users and photographers, this printer offers quick and simple printing of all standard document types for under $50. Canon MP170 ink isn't too pricy either. Conveniently, it hooks up with most media types including Compact Flash, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, Smart Media, SD Card and Micro Drive. With scanning and copying capabilities, this machine is more than just a photo printer.

At 12.3 pounds with dimensions of 17.5x15x7.2 inches, the unit is lightweight but more bulky than other models. Still, it fits in most common home office spaces with ease. The PIXMA MP170 inkjet unit can print 22 pages per minute and 17 pages per minute with black and color printer ink, respectively. Windows and Mac are both compatible with the all-in-one, and set up is simple.

The price of PIXMA MP170 ink is quite affordable. Included in the purchasing box are black and color Canon MP170 ink cartridges. Reviews show that this particular model has low printer ink consumption, meaning the customer will probably save money in the long run. However, one downside is that there are not separate color Canon MP170 ink cartridges, which could frequently cause wasted printer ink. The black ink prints with 600x600 dpi, while the color ink prints with 4800x1200 dpi.

For the most part, consumer reviews are relatively consistent. Users enjoy the fast printer, scanner and copier speeds. The sharp colors produced by the Canon MP170 ink are also praiseworthy, according to consumers. The large footprint is an issue for some, but most think it's a value regardless of its somewhat husky size. Most call the inkjet printer reliable and durable, and its cheap price, makes it that much better.