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Canon G1520 MegaTank reviews
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Manufacturer code4469C008
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About the Canon G1520 MegaTank
Canon 4469C008 is listed in the inkjet printers category. The recorded specifications include colour printing: Yes; duplex printing: Yes. This entry covers manufacturer code 4469C008. Specifications relate to this exact source record; other editions or packages may differ.
For Canon G1520 MegaTank, the recorded details include colour printing: Yes; maximum resolution: 4800 x 1200 DPI; duplex printing: Yes. Use these facts to narrow a shortlist, then compare the reviewers’ findings on the features that matter for your use.
- Colour printing
- Yes
- Maximum resolution
- 4800 x 1200 DPI
- Duplex printing
- Yes
- Largest ISO paper size
- A4
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Canon G1520 MegaTank specifications
Manufacturer code: 4469C008 · Icecat product 88926578 · Checked 23 Sep 2026. Specifications belong to this exact model.
Key specifications
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| Colour printing | Yes |
|---|---|
| Maximum resolution | 4800 x 1200 DPI |
| Duplex printing | Yes |
| Largest ISO paper size | A4 |
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Printing, scanning & paper18 details
| Separate cartridges | Yes |
|---|---|
| Duplex printing mode | Manual |
| Printing colours | Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow |
| Ink tank system | Yes |
| Ink type | Pigment-based ink |
| Number of print cartridges | 4 |
| Borderless printing | Yes |
| Total number of input trays | 1 |
| Maximum print size | 216 x 1200 mm |
| Paper tray media types | Banner, Card stock, Envelopes, Glossy paper, High resolution paper, Iron-On Transfers, Matte paper, Photo paper, Plain paper, Semi-glossy paper |
| Photo paper sizes | 10x15 cm |
| Photo paper sizes (imperial) | 4x6" |
| Paper tray media weight | 64 - 105 g/m² |
| Sound pressure level (printing) | 49.5 dB |
| Power consumption (printing) | 15 W |
| Cartridge(s) included | Yes |
| Included cartridge capacity (black) | 6000 pages |
| Included cartridge capacity (CMY) | 7700 pages |
Connections & wireless2 details
| USB port | Yes |
|---|---|
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 1 |
Power & battery5 details
| Power consumption (off) | 0.2 W |
|---|---|
| Power consumption (standby) | 0.6 W |
| Energy Star Typical Electricity Consumption (TEC) | 0.09 kWh/week |
| AC input voltage | 100 - 240 V |
| AC input frequency | 50 - 60 Hz |
Controls & features1 detail
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 5 - 35 °C |
|---|
Design & dimensions6 details
| Colour | Yes |
|---|---|
| Product colour | Black |
| Width | 445 mm |
| Depth | 330 mm |
| Height | 135 mm |
| Weight | 4.8 kg |
Software & compatibility5 details
| Windows operating systems supported | Windows 10, Windows 7, Windows 8.1 |
|---|---|
| Mac operating systems supported | Mac OS X 10.11 El Capitan, Mac OS X 10.12 Sierra, Mac OS X 10.15 Catalina |
| Server operating systems supported | Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Server 2016, Windows Server 2019 |
| Other operating systems supported | ChromeOS |
| Bundled software | Printer Driver IJ Printer Assistant Tool Easy-PhotoPrint Editor (download) |
Further product details5 details
| Total input capacity | 100 sheets |
|---|---|
| ISO A-series sizes (A0...A9) | A4 |
| Market positioning | Home & office |
| Recommended system requirements | Windows: 1.5GB or more Note: for bundled software installation. The necessary amount of hard disk space required. Display: 1024 x 768 XGA |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 10 - 90% |
Packaging & supplied accessories2 details
| Cables included | AC |
|---|---|
| Harmonized System (HS) code | 84433210 |
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What is the listed colour printing for Canon G1520 MegaTank?
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What is the listed maximum resolution for Canon G1520 MegaTank?
The source specification records maximum resolution as 4800 x 1200 DPI. This is a specification, not an independent performance measurement. Check the exact model and the original critic reviews for real-world results.
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