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product_id: 438480738
title: "PIXMA G550"
brand: "canon"
price: "£270.80"
currency: GBP
in_stock: null
reviews_count: 8
url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/438480738-pixma-g550
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# 3,800 photo prints per ink set - mega volume 6 dye-based inks including red & grey for vivid color 4800x1200 DPI ultra-high resolution PIXMA G550

**Brand:** canon
**Price:** £270.80
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 📸 Print like a pro, save like a boss!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** PIXMA G550 by canon
- **How much does it cost?** £270.80 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/438480738-pixma-g550)

## Best For

- canon enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted canon brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Print More, Refill Less:** High-yield ink tanks produce up to 3,800 4x6 photos per refill, slashing downtime and ink costs for busy creatives.
- • **Effortless Ink Management:** Front-facing tanks and nonsqueeze bottles make monitoring and refilling ink a breeze—no mess, no guesswork.
- • **Vibrant, True-to-Life Photos:** Six specialized inks including red and grey deliver unmatched color depth and contrast for professional-grade prints every time.
- • **DIY Maintenance & Energy Smart:** User-replaceable print head and maintenance tank minimize downtime, while Auto Power On/Off saves energy without lifting a finger.
- • **Seamless Wireless Connectivity:** Print directly from your smartphone, tablet, or laptop via WiFi and the Canon PRINT app—stay productive anywhere.

## Overview

The Canon PIXMA G550 is a single-function photo printer engineered for professionals and enthusiasts who demand vibrant, high-resolution prints with ultra-low running costs. Featuring six dye-based inks including red and grey for enhanced color fidelity, it supports massive print volumes of up to 3,800 4x6 photos per ink set. Its user-friendly design includes front-facing ink tanks, hassle-free refills, WiFi connectivity for mobile printing, and easy DIY maintenance, making it the ultimate powerhouse for high-quality photo printing with minimal downtime.

## Description

PIXMA G550 - Single-Function photo printer with the ability to produce great volumes at extremely low costs.

## Features

- See the difference. Six dye-based inks offer enhanced photo print quality, and the addition of red and grey inks increases colour vibrancy and contrast, and ensures no colour shift regardless of what photo media you’re using
- "Pump up the volume. High-volume ink tanks enable incredibly high page yields* – one set of bottles can print around 3,800 4x6 photo prints, meaning fewer bottle refills."
- Designed for simplicity. Front-facing ink tanks make it easy to monitor ink levels, nonsqueeze ink bottles and key-type nozzles make refills hassle-free, and the 2 Line LCD is easy to navigate
- Do-it-yourself maintenance. With a user-replaceable print head and maintenance tank you’ll experience minimal downtime, and the Auto Power On/Off function will contribute to energy saving
- WiFi connectivity. Print from your phone or tablet using the Canon PRINT App, Mopria or AirPrint, or use WiFi to connect to your PC, laptop or Canon WiFi-enabled camera

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Product dimensions | 34D x 44.5W x 13.6H centimetres |
| Controller type | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa |
| Printer media size maximum | 8.5 x 11 inch |
| Power consumption | 0.18 Kilowatts |
| Included components | 6 high-yield dye-based ink bottles (1 x Black, 1x C/M/Y, 1 Red and 1 Grey), Setup CD-ROM (CD only for Windows), UK Power Cord, PIXMA G550 Refillable MegaTank Inkjet Printer, Manuals and other documents |
| Print media | Glossy photo paper |
| Scanner type | Photo |
| Max input sheet capacity | 150 |
| Max copy speed (black and white) | 3.9 ppm |
| Compatible devices | Smartphones, PC, Tablets, Laptops |
| Maximum colour print resolution | 4800X1200 DPI |
| Sheet size | A4, A5, B5,A6, LTR, LGL, 4" x 6" (10x15cm), 5" x 7" (13x18cm), 7" x 10" (18x25cm), 8" x 10" (20x25cm), Square 5" x 5" (127mm x 127mm), Square 3.5" x 3.5" (89 mm x 89 mm), Card Size 55mm x 91 mm (2.17"x3.58") Envelopes(DL, COM10, C5, Monarch), [Custom size] width 55 - 216 mm, length 89 - 1200 mm |
| Maximum black and white print resolution | 1200 |
| Warranty type | limited warranty |
| Colour depth | 1 bpp |
| Dual-sided printing | Yes |
| Item model number | PIXMA G550 |
| Manufacturer | Canon |
| Form Factor | Print Only |
| Processor Count | 1 |
| Connectivity Type | Wi-Fi |
| Number of USB 2.0 Ports | 1 |
| Hardware Platform | Laptop, PC, Tablet |
| Are Batteries Included | No |
| Item Weight | 5.1 kg |
| Guaranteed software updates until | unknown |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Canon
- **Connectivity technology:** Wi-Fi, USB
- **Printing technology:** Inkjet
- **Special feature:** Network Ready
- **Colour:** Black
- **Model name:** PIXMA G550
- **Printer output:** Colour
- **Maximum print speed (colour):** 3.9 ppm
- **Max print speed monochrome:** 3.9
- **Item weight:** 5.1 Kilograms

## Images

![PIXMA G550 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61PRFCgE6BS.jpg)
![PIXMA G550 - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/710uKEPW6XS.jpg)
![PIXMA G550 - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71QBs9ejf4S.jpg)
![PIXMA G550 - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91Mo7vFo0KS.jpg)
![PIXMA G550 - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71bO6sDY7sS.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Can I use any brand of inks for this or do I have to use the rip off Canon inks? Thanks**
A: It's a matter of opinion.   Personally,  I don't grudge the price of the ink in the bottles, and I believe the brand inks are a better quality and I am guessing because you are looking at that printer you are looking for good quality prints.  If not, I would go for a G2520, which I use for the farm records.  This printer is proving to be very cost effective,  the inks seem go on for ever!  Definitely,  the cheapest printer o run that I have had, the only draw back is the photo quality isn't good, hence why I have the 2 printers.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Would definitely buy again
*by S***J on 12 April 2025*

Excellent printer! Was choosing between this and an Epson EcoTank. Am very glad I went with the Canon.The quality and colour is good. It prints on 260 gsm photopaper easily. The tanks dropped a little when first filling the heads, but since the first print I've done multiple full page cards, and the levels don't look like they've changed one bit, whereas my previous cartridge printer would probably already be needing a refill already!Some review sites say it is a slow printer, but it doesn't feel slow at all, and is more than fast enough for the odd office printer job or run of postage labels.Two nitpicks are that the USB port faces out the back, so the printer can't sit flush against the wall (and its recessed too, so you can't just get an angled USB adapter). Additionally the LCD display is not backlit, so its hard to read if the printer is in shadow, such as on a shelf.My biggest highlight is borderless printing on full A4 - I didn't realise how much I'd appreicate this until I used it! Now I wouldn't consider a printer without it again.With so many printer companies nowadays engaging in dodgy rent-seeking behaviour, its really nice to see such as solid and efficient printer from Canon. It's well worth the cost and I'd for sure buy it again.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ How many pages?
*by M***T on 12 April 2024*

The only thing I use this printer for is photos. So let me say, after alot of printing, it's very good at photos. It is just a printer. No scanning function, I have a flatbed for that!When I looked at the page count expected for photos I thought 'how many pages?'After a running through the photo paper I bought (100 sheets each A4 and 10*15) I can believe it! Over two thirds of a tank left.Initial unpacking and setup was easy if time consuming. Loads of transit tape/packing to remove. Print heads to install. Ink to load from the colour keyed ink bottles. No danger of adding the wrong ink!Software to download and install. Network setup to complete and finally ready to print.Canon provide simple Linux software support, a much more advanced Windows software package and an app for your phone. They all work well.What's it like as a printer? Easy to use. Lots of paper options for most scenarios. Print speed isn't the fastest but it's not bad given the quality produced.Stuff I miss, second paper tray and wired network. But for the price, can't complain.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ So far ~ so good
*by S***E on 2 April 2025*

So far, so good (but early days yet!). Set-up was simple enough and filling ink reservoirs from the supplied bottles was easy without spillage. Drivers installed OK - although none supplied (d/l from site).First prints have been beyond criticism; colour density and tones look very good (on basic, "photo-quality" plain white paper only yet).I was NOT going to buy a Canon again as my Pixma gave up with fatal error message FAR TOO SOON as was a write-off. But reviews led me to buy this and - to repeat - SO FAR, all's well.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Canon PIXMA G550 - Single-Function photo printer with the ability to produce great volumes at extremely low costs.
- Canon GP 501 Glossy Photo Paper, 10 x 15 cm, 100 Sheets
- Canon PP201 Plus Glossy II - 10cm x 15cm Photo paper for quality output with a glossy finish

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*Last updated: 2026-05-16*