Canon PIXMA G3430 Colour All‑in‑One Wireless Inkjet Printer – Overview
The Canon PIXMA G3430 is a compact 3-in-1 printer that supports printing, scanning, and copying, making it ideal for home or small office use. It features Canon’s MegaTank ink system, offering ultra-low running costs with high page yields.
🔑 Key Features
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MegaTank Refillable Ink System: Significantly reduces printing costs. Yields around 4,600 pages (black) and up to 7,700 pages (colour) with standard ink bottles; higher with economy mode.
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Print Speeds: Up to 11 images per minute (black) and 6 ipm (colour).
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Resolution: High-quality prints with up to 4800 × 1200 dpi, including borderless printing up to A4.
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Wireless & Mobile Printing: Connect via Wi-Fi, USB, or print from smartphones using Canon PRINT, Apple AirPrint, Mopria, or even voice assistants like Alexa and Google Assistant.
📄 Scanning & Copying
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Flatbed Scanner with up to 600 × 1200 dpi optical resolution.
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Copy options include zoom (25–400%), ID copy, and up to 99 multiple copies.
🧾 Paper Handling & Compatibility
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Rear tray holds up to 100 sheets.
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Compatible with A4, A5, B5, Letter, Legal, photo paper, envelopes, and specialty media (e.g., magnetic photo paper, fabric transfers).
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Works with Windows, macOS, Chrome OS, and various mobile platforms.
⚙️ Design & Maintenance
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Compact and lightweight: Approx. 416 × 337 × 177 mm, weighing around 6 kg.
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Features a replaceable maintenance cartridge and mess-free ink bottle refilling system.
✅ Pros & ❌ Cons
✅ Advantages | ❌ Drawbacks |
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Ultra-low cost per page | No automatic document feeder |
High print resolution | Slower colour print speed |
Borderless photo printing | Basic monochrome LCD (not a touchscreen) |
Broad mobile & cloud printing support | Larger size compared to some home printers |
💬 Real-World Use
Perfect for users who print large volumes regularly—especially documents and occasional photos. Offers impressive photo quality for its class, reliable wireless features, and a cost-effective printing experience over time.