REVIEWS / MFPS / CANON INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED

Canon Pixma MG4270 Review

30 Nov, 2012, 6:04 pm IST | by Anand Tuliani | MFPs

MFPs

A compact multifunction device with wireless capability

A compact multifunction device with wireless capability
An LCD display and navigation aids make operation easy
The MG4270 uses two cartridges - CMY and Black
The Eco and Quiet settings configurable from the menu

PRICE IN INDIA

8,760

TECH2 RATING

5.0

AVERAGE USER RATING

6.0

How we test

CONTACT

Canon India Private Limited

 info@canon.co.in

 +91 0124 4160 000

 www.canon.co.in

An inkjet multifunction device (MFD) is the most affordable solution if you want to print, scan and take photocopies at home—you can buy one for under Rs 4,000. The more advanced models feature a card reader, LCD display and built-in Wi-Fi adapter. So, the bonus features include wireless printing capability and the option to print photos directly from memory cards. The Canon Pixma MG4270 is one such premium inkjet MFD for home and office use. Let’s find out whether it’s a worthy investment.

A compact multifunction device with wireless capability

A compact multifunction device with wireless capability

 

 

Design and features

The Pixma MG4270 sports a space-saving design. It’s about as large as an entry-level MFD, and the feed and output trays are designed to be folded up when not in use. In addition to minimising the footprint, it also helps prevent dust from entering the printer. The shell is all-black and thankfully, there are no glossy surfaces. So there is no question of surfaces getting stained with fingerprints or scratched. The only glossy bit is the screen of the tilting 2.5-inch LCD display. Along with the card reader that reads MS Duo and SD memory cards, the display comes in handy to preview photos before printing them. In addition to direct printing, the card reader also makes it possible to scan photos directly to memory cards.

The MG4270 uses two cartridges - CMY (colour) and Black

The MG4270 uses two cartridges – CMY (colour) and Black

 

 

The MG4270 uses two print cartridges (CMY and Black) and the maximum print resolution is 4800 x 1200 dpi. The optical resolution of the flatbed scanner is 1200 x 2400 dpi. Now, we have to see whether such a resolution translates into crisp results. At Rs 799 and Rs 1,199 for the black and colour cartridges respectively, the cost of the consumables isn’t too high.

An LCD display and navigation aids make operation easy

An LCD display and navigation aids make operation easy

 

 

Thanks to the LCD display, the user interface of the printer is graphical. This makes it easy to make changes to the print, scanning and copying settings. The navigation comprises three buttons below the display to choose functions/options, a 5-way D-pad and Home and Back buttons. The UI is snappy and very intuitive—tinker with the UI for a few minutes and you’ll be well-versed with what this printer is capable of. Some of the interesting features include Quiet mode, which sobers down the mechanisms to reduce noise, two-sided printing aid and the ability to print web templates and photos from online albums courtesy the built-in Wi-Fi adapter. The WLAN setup menu helps configure the wireless network settings in detail.

The Eco and Quiet settings configurable from the menu

The Eco and Quiet settings configurable from the menu

 

 

Depending on what you wish to install, it takes up to 15 minutes to install the drivers and setup the printer. A notable addition to the package is the My Image Garden application that makes it easy to manage photos, enhance them using filters, print calendars and so on. Canon’s website also has a link to Creative Park from where you can download content for printing greeting cards, paper craft, scrapbook and more.

Page 1:

Design and features


Tags:

Canon Pixma MG4270 , Canon MG4270 , Canon MG4270 review , Canon MG4270 specs , Canon MG4270 specifications , Canon MG4270 price in India , Canon MG4270 Indian pricing , Canon MG4270 performance , Inkjet MFP , Inkjet MFD , Inkjet printer , Inkjet MFD with wi-fi , inkjet MFP with wi-fi , wi-fi printer , photo printer , inkjet photo printer

Would you buy it?




Canon PG-740 CL-741 CISS Set-Up mipohk

18 Aug, 2012, 01:22 pm IST

Canon PG-740 CL-741 CISS Set-Up mipohk

Get creative with Canon PIXMA

20 Nov, 2012, 09:02 am IST

Get creative with Canon PIXMA

 


How We Test

The Tech2 Labs receives many products every single week and each of them is tested with the utmost care and highest level of objectivity. There’s a constant effort to reduce and totally eliminate subjectivity. Each product is tested according to set test processes so the same test scenario is used.

Verdict
The ratings awarded to a product are derived from a number of tests and calculations, keeping certain important factors in mind. These factors consist of features, performance, quality and value for money. In case of software and some other categories, build quality might be replaced with ease of use or ease of installation. Products are compared with other products in a similar price range or product category.


Features
The features component of the score is rated based on the kind of features present on a particular product. Features are a big part of what people look for when they’re buying a new product such as a phone or a camera.

Performance
The performance score is derived from the benchmarks and tests run on the product. In case of the subjective scores, an average of the scores given by the group of reviewers is considered.

Build Quality
The build quality of a product is important so that it doesn’t fall apart after some use. The build quality scores from the way the product is designed and the kind of materials used in the product.

Value
Value for money comes from the fact that a cheap product is able to provide most of the performance of a higher priced product. Once again, value for money is judged by comparing pricing and performance of products in a particular price range or category. 

There are many other aspects of the product that are looked at such as the bundled software and accessories. All of these scores are aggregated together to form the final score.

What do the ratings mean?

Ratings are simple - higher the score, the better the product. A brief listing of the features and what they mean are given below.

1 - 3

The product is bad in almost every aspect. We strongly advise against purchasing this product.

4 - 6

An average product that isn't the best you can buy, but isn't the worst either.

7 - 8

Product with this rating is highly recommended because it's priced sensibly, has a good set of features and performs well.

9 - 10

Exceptionally excellent product with features and performance unlike any we've seen in the past. A must-have for everyone!

What is the Average User Rating?

We at Tech2 take product reviewing very seriously and every product is tested with the utmost care and level of objectivity. The end user who buys a particular product and uses it over an extended period of time has his own take on a product and there might be nuances that he or she can shed light on. The Average User Rating is present to help readers get the complete picture of how good or bad a product is. The Average User Rating is calculated by averaging the ratings by the thousands of readers visiting Tech2.com every single day. To record your own rating of a product, simply click on the user rating bar. If you disagree with our ratings or our community's product rating, please don't hesitate from voicing your opinion in the comments section below the review.

Leaked Images, Availability, Pricing,
Specs, Pre-order

LG X Boom CM9730 Video Review

LG X Boom CM9730 Video Review

21 May, 2013, 05:42 AM

Samsung Galaxy S4 Video Review

Samsung Galaxy S4 Video Review

14 May, 2013, 11:30 AM

4.8

HP ElitePad 900 Video Review

HP ElitePad 900 Video Review

14 May, 2013, 11:24 AM

2.5

MORE VIDEOS

Tech2 checks out the Connex350, world's only multi-material 3D printer

Tech2 checks out the Connex350, world's only multi-material 3D printer

During our recent trip to Chennai, we got the chance to spend a couple of...

By Karan Shah

Tech2 Talks Printers With Canon, India

Tech2 Talks Printers With Canon, India

Tech2 got in touch with VP Sajeevan and imbibed his glimpses on Canon, and

By Rossi Fernandes

Multifunction Devices: A Perfect Solution for Offices

Multifunction Devices: A Perfect Solution for Offices

12 MFDs thoroughly tested, which one's going to sit in your office?

By Anand Tuliani

MORE FEATURES