Canon MX320 Ink
PIXMA MX320 Ink Cartridges

Canon MX320 Printer Review

The Canon PIXMA MX320 is an all-in-one inkjet device that can print, scan, copy and fax projects for personal users. The unit's estimated ISO print speeds of approximately 8 pages per minute for monochrome and 5 pages per minute for color are right on target, according to expert tests. Despite its consistent speeds, the MX320 isn't the quickest when compared to other units in its class, and has lackluster output, but affordable Canon MX320 printer ink can help keep operating costs down.

The device does have some useful capabilities like a 30-sheet automatic document feeder for continuous scanning and a host of great photo features, including automatic photo fix, borderless printing, and the ability to print images directly from memory cards. Paper handling is also flexible for image projects, accepting media like glossy photo paper and matte photo paper which combine with the excellent PIXMA MX320 printer ink and print head system to create detailed resolutions of up to 4800x1200 dpi.

The unit's other functions are fairly basic, and connection options are limited to a standard USB interface and an optional Bluetooth adapter. Users have simple control features on the front panel for the fax machine, including one-touch speed dialing, redialing and group dialing. The scanner has a few nice bonuses like automatic scanning and scan-to-memory.

When it comes time to replace tricolor Canon MX320 ink cartridges users can choose from either a standard 244-sheet supply or the 349-sheet, high-capacity option. Users can also purchase a replacement black PIXMA MX320 ink with a either a standard yield of 220 pages or a high-capacity of 401 pages. To help reduce costs of replacement Canon MX320 ink cartridges, users can purchase remanufactured supplies rather than more costly OEM versions.

Considering its average speeds and unimpressive text output, the MX320 is a bit of a letdown. All-in-one functionally and affordability are appealing, but buyers should be able to find better-equipped inkjet printers in the same price range.