Canon Pixma MINI 260

66 reviews

May, 2013

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Value for money (11)
Usability (5)
Print quality (2)
Build quality (2)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 66 reviews from magazines and websites. Comments about the print quality and build quality are on the whole positive. The usability and value for money are also appreciated, but many are less positive about the performance.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Printers the Canon Pixma MINI 260 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 78/100 = Good quality.

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Expert review by: Brian Chen (macworld.com)

Canon PIXMA mini260 photo inkjet printer

The Canon Pixma mini260 produced the best four-by-six borderless photos of all the portable printers we tested. Though it lacks a few desirable features, this straightforward printer does its job well.

Produces high-quality, attractive prints

Faint scratches on prints ; No black-and-white option ; No built-in xD picture card support

The mini260 prints best on several different types of Canon photo paper including matte, glossy, and pro varieties. Canon offers a $28 package that includes 100 sheets of its glossy 4-by-6 photo paper and a three-color cartridge, for a cost per print...

Jan, 2007

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Amazon review summary for the Canon Pixma MINI 260

alaTest has collected and analyzed 52 user reviews of the Canon Pixma MINI 260 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.5/5 for other products on Amazon.com.

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85% of reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

May, 2013

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Consumer review by: R. Ludden (amazon.com)

Nice little printer

This printer was easy to set up and use. The quality of the prints are excellent and the speed of printing is good. I am still on the initial print ink cartrige but the number of prints so far is much better than many printers deliver. Unlike my last...

Oct, 2008

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Consumer review by: R. Ludden (amazon.com)

Nice little printer

Oct, 2008

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Consumer review by: B. Thompson (amazon.com)

LOVE IT!!

I use to have the PictureMate. I had a lot of trouble with it, seems there was just some sort of conflict with my software. I finally had enough of printing 10 pictures at a time and then rebooting and bought this little gem. Totally easy to use, has...

Oct, 2007

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Consumer review by: B. Thompson "nekid Twister champion" (amazon.com)

LOVE IT!!

Oct, 2007

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Consumer review by: Y. Sun (amazon.com)

Very handy for small projects...

For a first timer on photo printer, I was quite proud of myself for putting it togeter out of the box. The installation process was easy, print quality was compatible to the one-hour photo print you get in the stores. Took me awhile to figure out how...

Jul, 2007

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Consumer review by: Y. Sun (amazon.com)

Very handy for small projects...

Jul, 2007

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Consumer review by: B. W. Bradley (amazon.com)

Disappointed - Very Disappointed

I've always loved Canon digital cameras, so I was sure that I would also love a Canon printer. Sadly, I've never been so unhappy with anything as I am with this mini260 printer. After less than six months, of light to medium use, the printer seems to...

Jun, 2007

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Consumer review by: AX5DVOFPEC9BZ (amazon.com)

Canon PIXMA mini260 Photo Inkjet Printer (1444B002)

Disappointed - Very Disappointed

Jun, 2007

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Product Specifications

With its crystal clear 6.3cm TFT screen and Easy-Scroll Wheel, the PIXMA mini260 makes PC-free photo printing easier than ever before. View, select, edit and print digital photos at a touch. Simply spin the Easy-Scroll Wheel to select printing options on the screen. Enhance photos automatically and achieve expert results effortlessly.Print perfect photos directly from popular memory cards and PictBridge compatible cameras and camcorders, without connecting to a PC. Also print photos directly from mobile camera phones via the IrDA interface, PictBridge port or an optional Bluetooth Unit.Produce beautiful color prints with high contrast, smooth gradations and excellent image detail. A superior 9600 x 2400dpi print resolution is achieved using Canon's FINE print head in combination with microscopic 1pl ink droplets. A wide range of Canon photo papers are supported for printing vibrant color photos with a satin or glossy finish.Print a photo lab quality 10x15cm borderless photo in approximately 59 seconds in Standard mode. Simply plug into the PictBridge port and print direct from your camera. Even enjoy fast borderless photo printing on convenient credit card size or fun photo stickers.Canon's ChromaLife100 system delivers beautiful photographs with enhanced durability up to 100 years to preserve your memories. By using the FINE print head, genuine Canon inks and genuine Canon photo papers, the system provides you with long-lasting, beautiful photos.This compact mini photo printer has a smart, stunning design. Take it anywhere with ease, using the convenient carrying handle. Or store it upright in the smallest spaces. To use the printer, simply set it flat and open up the adjustable tilting screen and paper trays. An optional battery pack and Bluetooth Unit provide truly portable printing.A USB port offers flexibility for connection to your PC or laptop, so you can store digital photos. Both Windows and Mac systems are supported.