Design

This surprisingly compact standalone fax machine looks simple enough to be placed inconspicuously in a professional environment. Integrated with laser beam printing technology, a sheet-fed scanner, a 33.6Kbps modem, and full telephony features, the Canon L380S laser fax printer is operated with ease with the 2-line, 20-character LCD screen on the control panel, which lies on top of the device in between the paper trays. The L380S fax printer is heavy at 11Kg and it is also includes a USB interface for PC connection.

Advantages

It is easy to set-up the Canon L380S laser fax machine; and managers can set up a departmental ID to improve security and control printing costs. There is a generous 250-sheet media capacity with a 50-page ADF (automatic document feeder), and print speeds are up to 18ppm, with crisp output at a resolution of 600dpi. The Canon L-380S fax is compatible with super G3 technology, so messages are transmitted at speeds as fast as 3 seconds per page.

Disadvantages

The Canon i-SENSYS L380S is mainly criticised for its poor construction. The entire device feels flimsy and non-resilient, making users doubt its longevity and overall quality. Apart from that, the Canon Fax-L380S is an overpriced fax machine. Users can find a sturdier device that costs less but would still give them the same benefits like speedy fax and high quality output. The busy control panel may overwhelm first-time users.