Canon PIXMA iP2580

There are so many options for photo printers these days no matter what budget you have. Though personally, I feel that those 4x6 sized photo printers are the best options for personal photo albums, the larger ones (that can accept A4-sized paper), are definitely more practical with the lower running costs and acceptable picture quality. We check out the Canon PIXMA iP2580 and see how well does it set itself apart from the already impressive document printer range in Canon's own PIXMA series.

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The first impression I got from this one was way better than what I got from the older models, primarily because Canon is finally doing something about the way their inkjet printers look. The previous models were downright ugly with their bulky design, dull gray color scheme and the lack of a front paper-out tray.

The PIXMA iP2580 still doesn't have the paper-out tray, but it does sport a sleek and classy piano finish (mind those finger-prints), and a curvaceous design. This time round, it looked absolutely stunning on my desktop, with just about everyone around me asking me about the 'snazzy new printer' I'm reviewing.

With a design like that and the simple two button hard interface, the printer sets off on a good vibe. If it outperforms its predecessors, then we may just have a winner here. Let's see...