If speed is your thing, then the Canon MP140 inkjet is the perfect printer for you. Not only does the MP140 churn out 20ppm but its built-in copier will turn around an impressive 19ppm, making this the ideal printer for anyone in a hurry. The MP140 is part of Canon's PIXMA all-in-one range which means you get a lot more bang for your buck - a scanner, copier and printer to be precise.
Design
Canon have opted for a futuristic, modern design for the MP140. The white cube has a central control panel which allows you to cancel copy and check ink levels. The Canon MP140 inkjet printer also comes with the brand's unique Z-lid design which allows you to scan large, thick originals like textbooks without any reduction in quality. At the rear is a single high-speed USB connection port for super quick spooling times.
Advantages
The main advantage the MP140 has over its rivals is the speed at which it can print, perfect if you need to work with large text documents or graphic rich articles. Canon have really focused on optimising the hardware and software to create a printer that works at maximum speed, from the printer right through to the scanner and copier, you will struggle to find an entry-level home printer that offers the same performance.
Disadvantages
It would appear that Canon have focused too heavily on the speed of the MP140 printer and neglected the output quality. Colour graphics were disappointing with fading, contrast issues and even some banding. Both the scanner and copier struggled with photographs, producing mediocre results. Having said that, the printer produced crisp, sharp text even at the smallest of fonts, reaffirming that the Canon MP140 inkjet printer is an entry-level inkjet designed for the home market.
