The Canon GL2 professional-grade digital camcorder has been around since 2002. It offers USB and FireWire connectivity for transferring video content from the camcorder to a personal computer. If you…
With the rise in popularity of digital photography, camera manufacturers such as Canon have responded by manufacturing cameras for every end of the photography spectrum. The Canon 50D is a consumer…
If the inkjet printer connected to your computer uses a Canon CLI-36 inkjet cartridge, you will want to know the cartridge capacity. Canon provides a CLI-36 color cartridge by itself, as well as in…
Perfect exposure compensation is the ultimate goal of many photographers, and your Canon camera is capable of producing high-quality results. To get the best exposure, the lighting surrounding your…
The Canon iP1800 PIXMA printer is primarily designed for printing photos with resolutions up to 4,800 by 1,200 dpi. Although it's compatible with Windows Vista, the computer won't detect the printer…
The Canon imageRUNNER 2270 is a multi-functional printer that scans documents, produces black and white prints and provides on-site storage. This digital imaging system suits small, office workgroups…
The Canon imageCLASS MF4150 all-in-one duplex printer, fax machine, copier and color scanner requires little assembly during initial setup and little disassembly. Canon has also designed the MF4150…
Canon makes several models of Electro-Optical System cameras that have removable and interchangeable lenses. However, not all models accept the same lenses, and the difference depends on the size of…
Canon i550 alignment problems become apparent when you print. There are three common symptoms: your text will print skewed, your words will be misaligned horizontally or vertically or you will have…
Windows can turn just about any camera capable of motion video into a webcam; this includes the Canon G10. Once you have configured your camera as a webcam, you can use it with a variety of chat…
Printhead problems are not serious, but they are a common occurrence with inkjet printers, including those made by Canon. If the image quality on prints from your Canon printer has decreased, you can…
Using its eight ink tanks, the Canon i9900 photo printer, released in 2004, can produce prints of up to 13 by 19 inches. The Power/Error lamp on the bottom right corner of the printer's front panel…
The Canon i850 Photo Printer features bundled software to create prints, such as stickers, CD covers and albums. Software includes photo editing tools and file management for images recorded by…
The Canon MP160 PIXMA is a photo All-In-One printer that was released in 2007. Although many MP160 users do not experience problems with loading and printing paper on the MP160, some may experience…
Canon Rumors is a website dedicated to keeping a pulse on the latest happenings with Canon's camera business. As the name implies, Canon Rumors also publishes some speculation from verifiable and new…
The Canon Speedlite Transmitter ST-E2 and the PocketWizard FlextTT5-Canon Transceiver work with external off-camera flash units. The ST-E2 operates as an infrared flash controller for Canon…
The Canon Rebel T2i is a digital camera and video recorder. The 18-megapixel camera can shoot up to 3.7 frames per second. The T2i can record high-definition movies at frame rates of 24, 25, 30 or 60…
While a camcorder's internal microphone generally can't compare to a high-quality external mic, its sound-capture quality isn't always as bad as it's often perceived to be. And, if you own a Canon…
The Canon i550 printer connects to your Windows-based PC or Macintosh computer via USB cable, and may experience printing issues if the printer is used for an extended period of time. A manual reset…
The Canon PowerShot A410 3.2-megapixel digital camera offers a range of shooting options, including both still photo and video recording capabilities, designed for beginner photographers. Many of the…
Scanning multiple documents can be time-consuming and monotonous, requiring time to align each of your documents on the scanner's bed and save each scan one by one. But if you're an owner of one of…
The Canon ImageRunner 3035 is a monochrome, full-range digital office copier with scanning capabilities. The Canon 3035 has a scanning resolution of 600-by-600 dots per inch and can scan single or…
The Pixma MP830 is a multi-function printer developed by Canon. The Artisan 835 and Officejet Pro 8500A are comparable devices manufactured by Epson and Hewlett-Packard, respectively. All three…
The Canon LC3175 is a precise laser printer that has a large assembly case to protect its fragile contents from falls or other falling objects. If your assembly case is damaged, you will need to fix…
The Canon MP210 does not feature built-in wireless capability, so to connect it wirelessly you need a USB-enabled router to join a Wi-Fi network. This allows you to use the Canon MP210 to print, scan…
The Canon PIXMA MP240 is a multifunction printer that you can use to scan photos or documents and save them as image files on your computer or a memory card. To make the process user-friendly, you can…
The IXUS 220 -- also referred to as the ELPH 300 HS, in some markets -- is an ultra-compact digital camera developed by Canon and released in 2011. The PowerShot A2000IS is a compact digital camera,…
Canon announced the first EF 16-35 mm f/2.8L USM lens in 2001. The lens received a great deal of attention because of its wide-angle zoom range and its optical performance. The lens offered great…
The Canon BP 511 and the Canon BP 511A are rechargeable lithium-ion battery packs from Japanese optical and imaging manufacturer Canon. They're used for powering some of the company's digital cameras…
Although previously a separate component, scanners are now built into many printers like the Canon PIXMA MP190 All-In-One Printer. Canon MP190 users can scan a variety of documents by using the…
The Canon EOS 7D DSLR camera uses an audible and visual cue to let you know when the camera is focused on the subject. The audible cue is a beep that you may find more bothersome than helpful. The…
When paper does not feed properly or you have repeated paper jams in your Canon MP620, the feed rollers may have debris, dirt or other obstructions. Clean the rollers when feeding problems persist to…
The SD850 IS and SD870 IS are ultra-compact digital cameras developed by Canon. The company announced the SD850 IS in May 2007 and the SD870 IS in August 2007. Canon markets both models toward…
If you have a Canon AE-1 in your photography arsenal, consider it an innovative, durable camera. The metal and polycarbonate film-based camera from 1976 was one of the first to introduce photographers…
The A710 and SD700 are compact digital cameras developed by Canon. The company released both cameras in 2006. Both are part of Canon’s PowerShot line of entry- to mid-level point-and-shoot…
The Canon T2i DLSR camera, like most digital cameras, has a camcorder function you can use to take videos. The T2i can record sound to accompany your videos through the built-in microphone on the…
The 14-megapixel Canon SX30 IS digital camera has several image size settings that you can change according to your needs. The higher the image size you select, the more memory the picture takes up on…
Canon makes two different lines of lenses: the "L" line and the non-"L" line. Canon's "L" lens lineup represents the company's top-of-the-line lenses. While Canon's 24 mm f/1.4L II USM and its 35 mm…
The Pixma iP90 and Pixma iP90v are both wireless portable color ink-jet printers developed by Canon. The company released the iP90 in 2005 and the iP90v in 2007. Both printers feature wireless and…
The MF6530 and MF6540 are nearly identical black and white laser multi-function printers developed by Canon. The company released both devices as part of its ImageClass family of products. Both the…
If you try taking a photo of a moving object without changing the camera's settings, the object will likely appear blurred in the photo. Objects appear blurred because the shutter is open too long and…
In the two years that passed between Canon's release of the EOS 1000D (or Rebel XS) and the EOS 550D (or Rebel T2i), digital camera technology took some big steps forward. The Rebel T2i follows the…
The EOS 350D and EOS 400D are compact digital SLR cameras developed by Canon. The company released the 350D in 2005 and the 400D in 2006. Both are entry-level DSLR cameras that feature a moderate…
The Canon ZR800, released in 2007, and the Canon ZR900, released in 2008, are part of the company's extensive line of digital camcorders and have more similarities than differences. A few minor…
The PIXMA MP990 is an all-in-one printer and scanner device manufactured by Canon. It offers Wi-Fi connectivity, a built-in 3.8-inch display, a six single-ink printing system and a maximum printing…
The MX850 and MX860 are multi-function, all-in-one inkjet printers developed by Canon. In addition to printers, both devices feature on-board scanners, fax machines, photocopiers and memory card…
The Canon FS100 and FS11 are standard-definition hand-held camcorders developed by Canon. The company marketed both camcorders toward amateur videographers looking for decent video quality in a…
The Canon 3050 Copier is an energy-efficient copier that is perfect for a small business or home office. The printer is an Energy Star compliant device that uses just 4 watts of power when idle. It…
Like any compact, point-and-shoot digital camera, the Canon PowerShot SD870 IS can potentially succumb to problems that impact its performance or disrupt its overall operation. To help users correct…
Canon's 40D, released in 2007, is a "prosumer" model, meaning it's advanced enough for the professional, but cheap enough for the amateur. The 40D is very versatile. Because lenses are…
In addition to the shooting modes that are prominently displayed on the mode dial of the Canon SX130 IS, including movie, portrait and landscape, several other special scene modes can be accessed by…
The Canon MP620 all-in-one photo printer's platen glass scan area acts as a cover to some of the internal parts, including the print head and ink storage. You need to open the cover when you first set…
As with any digital single-lens reflex camera, the Canon EOS 450D can suffer from performance issues. As reported by Lori Grunin for CNET UK, the Canon 450D has "excellent photo quality for its class"…
The PowerShot SD900 is a compact, point-and-shoot digital camera that the Japan-based corporation, Canon, released in 2006. According to the online product review resource, CNET Reviews, the Canon…
The Canon Portable Display HS-1200TS user's guide is a two-page document available for free from Canon's website at USA.canon.com. The guide provides information on how to use the calculator, which…
The 50mm lens represents the standard for 35mm film and full-frame digital cameras. This lens gives the best approximation of the angle of view seen by the human eye. Many manufacturers make 50mm…
Released in January 2008, the Canon FS11 digital camcorder comes with a variety of features, including still image capability and built-in Flash memory. CNET Reviews, an electronics review website,…
The Canon EOS 7D is a high-end digital single-lens reflex camera that was released in October 2009 and comes with a variety of features, including white balance control presets and video-recording…
Released in 1976, the Canon AE-1 was the first 35 mm single-lens reflex camera to use a central processing unit, or CPU, as its primary control mechanism, making SLR photography easier for amateurs.…
Canon "THM" files are thumbnail files or sample digital picture files which represent larger pictures and images. These files have a ".thm" extension at the end of the file name. If your computer has…
The Canon DR-2580C document scanner allows users to scan a maximum of 25 black-and-white documents per minute with a 200 dpi output. The DR-2580C supports USB 2.0 and is able to scan immediately after…
For some digital camera users, point-and-shoot models don't provide all that's needed for professional and enthusiast quality photography. Canon, one of the better known names in the photography…
The EOS 5D and EOS 7D are mid-sized digital SLR cameras developed by Canon. The company released the 5D in 2005 and the 7D in 2009. Canon markets both cameras toward amateur enthusiast and…
The Canon EOS 5D comes with six picture styles preinstalled and the option for you to create three additional preset picture styles. Picture styles adjust the camera's settings for different types of…
If you are having a problem with your Canon IP 5000 printer such as an error message, you may wish to disassemble the unit in order to perform maintenance. The most common error that requires…
The Canon FS20 is a digital camcorder that comes equipped with 8 GB of internal Flash memory, which is expandable via a removable SDHC memory card. Other features include a 1.07 megapixel CCD image…
The Canon 2x Extender is a useful accessory for any photographer, regardless of skill and experience. The Canon 2X Extender doubles the zoom on a lens. Many photographers like to use the 2X Extender…
The Canon MX700 is a 5-in-1 network printer that prints in either black and white or full four-color. When printing black and white, the MX700 has a rated print speed of 30 pages per minute. The…
The Canon ImageRunner 2200 is a 22-page per minute digital copier. You can configure it as a stand-alone copier, a network printer, network fax machine and a scanner, making the 2200 a full…
The Canon ImageRUNNER 1025iF is a multi-functional device that produces black and white copies at 25 pages per minute. Once connected to a computer or network, the 1025iF can serve as a 25-page per…
The Canon PIXMA MX700 is a multi-functional color printer. Canon designed the printer to connect to either a computer running Windows or a Mac computer. Not only can the MX700 serve as a color…
Repairing your Canon plotter can help you minimize your business' operating costs and maximize productivity. Canon plotters are large printers used for printing large maps and banners. However, they…
Canon ribbon cartridges in need of repair usually require basic maintenance. Periodically, a standard or deep ribbon nozzle cleaning process will help keep your printer functioning at its best. When…
Canon Pixma printers are able to operate with Windows-based computers as well as Mac computers. In addition to featuring a printing function, these devices also serve as fax and copy machines. There…
The Canon Selphy ES30 is a compact picture printer that retrieves images from various sources for printing, including Bluetooth wireless connections, memory cards and USB connections. Use your Selphy…
The relationship between your computer and your Canon BJC-5100 printer is based solely on the setup you completed when you installed the printer. The name, security and many of printing options were…
The Canon ImageRunner 330 is a high volume copier designed for use in office environments. It features good resolution, decent speed and a wide array of options to allow additional features that turn…
The Canon Imagerunner 3570/4570 is a mono medium-speed, tabloid-sized multifunction copier designed for businesses. The two models share all major features, with the only difference being a 10 page…
The Canon 6050 copier provides a variety of features for the business user. From automatic duplexing for copy savings to producing various media sizes for specific jobs, the 6050 has flexibility for…
The Canon IR 3570 is a digital copier that is capable of being configured as a copier, printer, fax machine and network scan device. It uses "monocomponent" toner, meaning that the developer is mixed…
Canon is a Japanese manufacturer of imaging and optical products based in Ota, Tokyo. The company makes a range of all-in-one printers, faxes and scanners for home users. You can use these devices to…
Canon copiers include features such as printing single and double-sided copies, hole punching, collating and stapling. In order for the copy machine to staple copies, the staple cartridge must be…
When the toner bottle runs low on your Canon IR 2200, the print quality will decline on your final product. When your printer alerts you to a low toner condition, you need to replace the toner bottle…
Photocopying is the process of making a copy of an existing color or black-and-white photo by using a color printer with a scanner. However, newer printers have the capability to print a copy of a…
The history of the Canon Copier traces back to the development of the Xerox machine and the battle that ensued over the photocopier market. New York patent attorney Charles Carlson invented a process…
The Canon imageRUNNER 1023N is a tabletop multifunction office copier that uses a single black toner cartridge---the Canon GPR-22 Black Toner (0386B003AA)---for printing. Unlike many copier/printers…
The Canon MP390 printer has an ink suction feature that allows the ink to be ejected from the ink nozzles. A suction error message occurs when something is preventing the ink suction feature from…
Canon 50mm f1.8 is an inexpensive primary lens, ideal for portraits and low-lighting photography. This is usually the first non-zoom lens many Canon users buy. But as most of us are accustomed to…
The 8600F and its replacement, the 8800F, are film/negative scanners from Canon that can help you digitally archive all your old film strips and 35mm slides. Once they are digitized, it is easy to…
The printhead on a Canon printer delivers small drops of ink through heated tubes to the paper. Over time, the heating elements for the tubes can fail, or the printhead can become clogged with paper…
The Canon MultiPass F30 is a color bubble jet, multifunction printer, copier and scanner. It has individual ink tanks and can deliver photograph-quality output at 2400 x 1200 dots per inch (dpi).…
The Canon i320 is a simple value-priced, bubble jet printer. Printing speeds are up to 10 pages per minute (ppm) in black and 7 ppm in color. It's unique at this level to have true edge-to-edge…