BRAMPTON, ON., APRIL 12, 2021 – Canon Canada Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, is proud to share that Keypoint Intelligence recently released its Field Test Report of the Canon Colorado 1650, which assessed the 64-inch roll-to-roll printer in three categories: image quality, usability and speed. Across all categories, the printer obtained exceptional results, with Keypoint Intelligence offering this summary: “An all-round impressive performer, the Colorado 1650 is a standout choice for virtually all wide format printing applications.”

 

Based on tests conducted by Keypoint Intelligence’s production print expert technicians, the report proved the Colorado 1650 to be a true workhorse, demonstrating high speeds in all test scenarios. Impressively, it was found to be three times faster than the competitive average across each quality mode tested. In addition to its speed, the printer’s automatic maintenance, user replaceable components and on-the-fly ink replacement features were all recognized as contributing factors for its increased uptime and faster turnarounds.

 

The technicians noted that Canon’s FLXfinish curing technology makes it easy to produce both gloss and matte finishes without the need to change inks or media. Furthermore, in switching output finish, there was no impact on image quality, even at the most productive speeds. The FLXfinish also enhances the printer’s handling of porous materials such as soft signage and uncoated media because its UVgel technology ensures that each ink droplet is immediately fixed on the media, allowing for highly controlled dot gain and more precise image quality.

 

In the report, colour images were cited as being “routinely vibrant, while delivering exceptional neutrality in black-and-white half-tones.” In addition, “the Colorado 1650 delivered superb PANTONE colour accuracy, generating Delta E00 measurements no greater than 2.32 on average across 15 corporate colours,” a key benefit for print service providers.

 

Notably, the report also emphasized that, given its extremely accurate dimensional stability, modular design and matte finishing capabilities, the printer is very well positioned for the growing digital wallpaper marketplace.

 

The printer was found to be easy to configure, and its double-sided printing and print-side-in substrate support functionalities enable improved media handling and facilitate longer, unattended print runs. Further recognizing the Colorado 1650’s ease-of-use, the report talked of its user-friendly interface, and how it enables print service providers to reduce downtime due to its transparent “at a glance” status monitoring, simple-to-navigate 10.5-inch smart control panel and remote control app.

 

Click here to access the full Canon Colorado 1650 Field Test Report.

 

About Keypoint Intelligence

For 60 years, clients in the digital imaging industry have relied on Keypoint Intelligence for independent hands-on testing, lab data and extensive market research to drive their product and sales success. Keypoint Intelligence has been recognized as the industry’s most trusted resource for unbiased information, analysis and awards due to decades of analyst experience. Customers have harnessed this mission-critical knowledge for strategic decision-making, daily sales enablement and operational excellence to improve business goals and increase bottom lines. With a central focus on clients, Keypoint Intelligence continues to evolve as the industry changes by expanding offerings and updating methods, while intimately understanding and serving manufacturers’, channels’ and their customers’ transformation in the digital printing and imaging sector.

 

For more information on Keypoint Intelligence, please call 973-797-2100, visit keypointintelligence.com or email info@keypointintelligence.com. 

 

About Canon Canada Inc.

Headquartered in Brampton, Ontario, Canon Canada Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Canon U.S.A. Inc., is a leading provider of consumer and business-to-business digital imaging solutions. Innovation and cutting-edge technology have been essential ingredients in Canon’s success. Canon Canada Inc. is committed to the highest level of customer satisfaction and loyalty, providing 100 per cent Canadian-based service and support for all of the products it distributes. Canon Canada Inc. is dedicated to its Kyosei philosophy of social and environmental responsibility.

 

For more information, please visit canon.ca or follow the company on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram using @CanonCanada.

 

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