Canon Pixma mx860 vs. canon mp980 all-in-ones?
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@ K. Newsom I would recommend that you buy the Canon MX850 for use in the office and outsource the film/slide scanning. The MX850 is a much better value than the MX860 and offers better quality, speed and functionality in a head-to-head comparison. MX850 ink is also ~24% less expensive according to ISO/IEC printing tests. You can even print wirelessly from a laptop if the MX850 is plugged into a WiFi router. See http: //www.nytimes.com/2008/08/14/technology/personaltech/14pogue.html? for a recent NY Times article on one slide scanning service written by technology columnist David Pogue. You might also try googling, "slide scanning services review" for other alternatives. To do it right, negative/slide scanning requires specialized equipment -- much better than an MP980 -- and a lot of work and patience. If you place any value on your time, it's much cheaper hiring someone else to do the job. If you still wish to take on this project, buy a used Nikon or Canon 35 mm slide/negative scanner on eBay that has been designed specifically for this task. New models cost well over $500, and an additional ~$200 for an automatic slide loader.
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Thanks, Michele. I'm surprised, too by your comments about the colours. After being advised that the cartridges for the MX860 were very expensive and that the MX850 had problems connecting wirelessly, I ended up buying an Epson TX800FW. The few photos I've printed look ok to me. (I'm not a pro). It's been great to have a fax. One if its drawbacks is only one full-sized paper tray. I've yet to fully test out the machine.
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In comparison of the two flatbed scanners a few things stick out. The Epson Perfection 5000 is editors choice at PC Mag. In all fairness the Canon 8800 is not rated. However, the model it replaced, 8600, was the previous editors choice and was top rated by Consumer Reports. Just comparing the star ratings of the two the Canon has only 4 and above rating whereas the Epson has 1 and above ratings. In written reviews the Epson seems to have more software and hookup issues than the Canon. Yet, it has better reviews on scan quality such as scratch and dust removal and better negative scans. So, what's more important ease of use or scan quality. In comparison of the two flatbed scanners a few things stick out. The Epson Perfection 5000 is editors choice at PC Mag. In all fairness the Canon 8800 is not rated. However, the model it replaced, 8600, was the previous editors choice and was top rated by Consumer Reports. Just comparing the star ratings of the two the Canon has only 4 and above rating whereas the Epson has 1 and above ratings. In written reviews the Epson seems to have more software and hookup issues than the Canon. Yet, it has better reviews on scan quality such as scratch and dust removal and better negative scans. So,... » Read More In comparison of the two flatbed scanners a few things stick out. The Epson Perfection 5000 is editors choice at PC Mag. In all fairness the Canon 8800 is not rated. However, the model it replaced, 8600, was the previous editors choice and was top rated by Consumer Reports. Just comparing the star ratings of the two the Canon has only 4 and above rating whereas the Epson has 1 and above ratings. In written reviews the Epson seems to have more software and hookup issues than the Canon. Yet, it has better reviews on scan quality such as scratch and dust removal and better negative scans. So, what's more important ease of use or scan quality. « Show Less
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I have a Cannon MX860, these work great - every time - print highest quality as factory brand name cartages as a fraction of the cost. It's all about pages per dollar. This are really the answer.
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Hello,I'm sorry but I couldn't find a MX-920 Canon printer? Is there possibly another model number that it goes under?Thanks,Troy
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I am interested in what yoiu decide. I am looking at the same two scanners, primarily to scan family slides. The reviews for the Canon seem more consistently favorable. Those for Epson seem to reflect either love or hate.
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My 610 works and produces above the norm consistently, had it since 2007 and I've had HP's, Epson's , etc and what really makes the 610 shine is to scan, save to desktop, and attach to an email, documents, photos, text and flawlessy. In fact I got Canons website for upgrades for software etc. and thought why??????????????. If it ain't broke........................Good all around every day machine but a photo above 8x10 should be handled by a Canon, I believe 9000 pro or an Epson 3880 for superior print quality!
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Actually I gave my wireless Canon Pixma MX340 away - As often as our internet goes down, being wireless & all, I couldn't use it when the internet was down, so I gave it away & opted for one that isn't wireless so I can still use it for photoshop. Sorry I could not be of more help.
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While I own the Canon i9000 and am quite pleased with it, the ink formulas are proprietary and from what I've read Epson's are not. The ink differences have created an issue with WYSIWYG monitor to printer. (Monitor is calibrated).If I had it all to do again, I would probably go with an Epson printer.
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The MX870 printer is multifaceted. It prints envelopes, booklets, photos and etc. It also staples. I have owned the printer since December and I'm still learning about its features.. It has only one paper tray.
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I just upgraded my 8600 plus to the 8620 today and have aleady noticed alot of little enhacements. The automatic document feeder is more reliable and handles larger loads. Duplex printing is much faster. The output tray is less sticky and doesn't jam as easily when you pull it out.
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This link will tell you everything: http://www.usa.canon.com/cusa/consumer/products/printers_multifunction/photo_all_in_one_inkjet_printers/pixma_mg8220
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According to the box, these ink cartridges are for Cannon Model(s): MP640, MX860, MX870, MP980 and MP990 only. Suggest you do either a google or bing search for this type of cannon cartridge and that should tell you what you need to order for this type of Cannon printer.
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In addition to what others have mentioned, the MP830 prints all documents faster than the MP780. The Mp830 includes a camera card reader and a colour display.The cartridges on the MP830 are chipped, making it much harder for third party ink companies to produce refilled ink cartridges.
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I owned a 3800 until it died, and then I bought a 3880. Difference is the 3880 uses different inks claiming to be better. I can tell no difference in the prints, however. If you use paper/printer profiles in Photoshop, though, note they are different.
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They're almost the same. Get the P310 as it's newer. Beware the small sensor and slow exposure.
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Hi Benzin - I recommend the Canon MP 240 Series Printer I do all my Photo printing on this Printer and I am well pleased with it. Try it. Thanks for asking - Marie