Canon imageCLASS MF8050CN Color Laser Printer: Features and Specs

Color laser printers are considered less costly to maintain than having an inkjet instead. There’s a long argument between their advantages when it comes to color printing. But in terms of consumable particularly the inks and toners being used during the process, laser types are efficiently economical in the matter.

One of the known models from Canon’s imageCLASS series is the MF8050CN. As a high-end model since it was released early in 2011, this unit offers cutting-edge technology that is commonly found in most commercial printers. Though it’s not actually small to be considered, technically it is compact for what ti can provide.

Features

It is even equipped with Superior Color Imaging Technology that can seemingly create remarkable quality printouts. Although it is a color laser printer, black printing isn't left behind through its Pure Black Technology feature. Through it, users can save the Canon 116 color toner cartridges from being spent since it will force the unit to utilize only the black toner instead. That sounds quite a bit similar to draft-mode printing isn't it?

As a laser unit, its engine doesn't seem to be impressive at all. You might wonder why it is only capable to shoot out colored prints at 12 pages per minute while it’s slower at 8 pages per minute in color. Basically, if you look at it especially on its set of features, this machine is literally suitable for home and home office use as it mainly fits the role.

Specifications

It’s an all-in-one (AIO) machine that can print, copy, scan and even fax, such a versatile unit for a busy home environment. Its faxing capability features Super G3 modem that boosts fax speed up to 33.6Kbps coupled with a 512-page memory. So you don’t have to ask it to get busy because this printer knows how to get things done the busy way. Any additional highlights would be the inclusion of a 50-sheet automatic document feeder (ADF) and USB interfaces that allow scan-to-USB feature for removable media storage. It also comes built-in with an Ethernet port for convenient network printing, scanning and or course fax.

It’s quite short in capacity as it can only hold a maximum of 150 sheets, yes that’s not even considered quite, maybe you can call it limited instead. This printer is supplemented by a 1-sheet multipurpose tray which comes handy with a few non-standard media. We’re not sure if there are secondary trays which you can add to it as there’s only wireless interface listed on the supplies and accessories tab.