Canon PIXMA MG3120 Ink Cartridges

The Canon PIXMA MG3120 is one of the most affordable multipurpose photo printers buyers will find on the market. Tests indicate consistent speeds of around 44 seconds for 4x6-inch photos, 9 pages per minute for monochrome projects and 5 pages per minute for color that will suit light use in homes. Overall, this inkjet device has a good set of features that aren't typical of its price range, but it does suffer setbacks like pricey PIXMA MG3120 printer ink that might have buyers looking elsewhere.

Built-in Wi-Fi is an impressive capability that can also allow users to print and scan wirelessly from compatible Apple and Android mobile devices. The device does lack an LCD, so any editing or management over projects will need to be performed on the computer. Included software like Easy-WebPrint EX can be used on PCs to enable organizing and printing multiple web pages. The unit's software features also allow users to turn HD movie frames into high-quality photos.

Other than its ability to automatically print double-sided on paper, the device's media handling is fairly basic, with a total capacity of only 100 pages that is best for low-volume needs. The machine can handle a variety of specialty media to support artistic projects, such as high-resolution paper, super high gloss paper and matte photo paper. On quality paper, the machine can print borderless photos with detail and a vivid resolution of 4800x1200 dpi using color Canon MG3120 printer ink.

The main problem experts reviewing this device brought to light was its expensive black Canon MG3120 ink cartridges that can last for only around 300 pages each. Tricolor PIXMA MG3120 ink isn't much better, yielding around 400 pages.

From its wireless printing capabilities to its automatic duplexing and quality output, the MG3120 is a nice entry-level home device. With this inkjet printer's low retail cost, it's a shame that it's Canon MG31210 ink cartridges are nearly as expensive to replace as it would be to buy a whole new device.

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