Model: 0971C002
from $349
The Canon MAXIFY MB5420 is a wireless all-in-one inkjet printer designed for small office environments. It offers fast print speeds of 24 ipm in black and 15.5 ipm in color, utilizing a CMYK pigment ink system for smudge and highlighter-resistant documents. With dual 250-sheet paper cassettes, a 50-sheet ADF, and duplex printing, copying, and scanning capabilities, this printer handles diverse tasks efficiently. Connectivity options include USB 2.0, Ethernet, and Wi-Fi, supporting mobile printing features like Apple AirPrint and Google Cloud Print, making it ideal for productive small office use.
Buy a laser printer unless you regularly print high-quality glossy photos. For high-volume color, consider an ink-tank printer (Megatank/Ecotank) instead of traditional cartridge models to save hundreds on ink. Available from $349.
Inkjet printers have a razor-and-blades model: cheap upfront, but exorbitant ink costs. Laser printers cost more upfront but have a vastly superior and cheaper cost of ownership over their lifespan.
Common Failure Modes
Inkjet printers almost always fail due to dried and clogged printheads from infrequent use. Laser printers are much more robust but may eventually require fuser or drum replacements after thousands of pages.
Buy a laser printer unless you regularly print high-quality glossy photos. For high-volume color, consider an ink-tank printer (Megatank/Ecotank) instead of traditional cartridge models to save hundreds on ink.
Printers suffer from mechanical wear on gears and rollers. Cheaper inkjets may last a few years, while robust laser printers can last over a decade.
The Canon MAXIFY MB5420 Wireless Small Office All-in-One Inkjet Printer is available at bhphoto, starting at $349.
Inkjet printers have a razor-and-blades model: cheap upfront, but exorbitant ink costs. Laser printers cost more upfront but have a vastly superior and cheaper cost of ownership over their lifespan.
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