Canon SELPHY CP1500 review: BEST photo printer?

[@cameralabs]

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[@chcomes]

It would be great if you could check color accuracy by taking a photo of the print and comparing to the original file.

[@cameralabs]

@@chcomes it really depends what device is printing it and how you were viewing the original, and on what screen. There's so many variables involved, you'd need a colour management system to really make a fair comparison. Otherwise what I see on my screen is going to be very different to what you see on yours. Even the same device can have different brightness etc.

[@triple_AAAs]

is it available for 3r size photo?

[@dailyreflectionsv]

Hey, Thanks for the video! I'm deciding between this model and the older CP1300. could you maybe tell me if the CP 1300 also gives you the option to make satin finish prints? or is that only an option on the CP 1500? are you happy with the satin finish results ? Kind regards, Vince

[@cameralabs]

@@dailyreflectionsv to be honest I can't remember the options on the CP1300, but overall the print quality is very similar as they share much the same engine. I generally print high gloss for most of mine.

[@ElbowShouldersen]

Long-time SELPHY user here... Obviously the high print quality is the first reason people would want to buy this kind of printer, but the other compelling reason, and it was barely touched on in this video, is that these dye-sub printers can be put away and pulled out many months later and the "ink" (actually dye) works just as well as it would have when brand new... The significance of this, at least for me, is that I can print all my documents on my color laser printer, but if I want to print a real photo I can do that reliably on the SELPHY, which was certainly not the case when I was using a high quality inkjet photo printer, since those printers hate to be neglected. I only wish Canon would come out with a larger format SELPHY printer, but actually the 4x6 size really is much more useful than I thought it would be when I originally bought my first SELPHY printer. In short: Dye-sub printers are the perfect complement to color (or B&W) laser printers.

[@cameralabs]

I agree it's an important benefit and that's why I mentioned it in the review!

[@derfotomann7241]

I also agree. Used the Selphy printers since 2004. Don't get me wrong, they're great. But it's sad to see that Canon didn't change the actually print engine since then. They're mainly just putting the printer into a new housing and update display and software. I also ever wished, they bring out a slightly bigger or faster version.

[@l3lackoutsMedia]

@@derfotomann7241 Look at the good side backwards compatibility of paper and cartridges. Changing it every couple years would cause more problems with that aspect.

[@kernelpanic2887]

Can you say something about durability? Do the images easily smear with moisture? And do they easily fade?

[@Account.for.Comment]

That's the only reason why I kept this printer. It has a lousy limited paper compartibility, and I would return it and buy the Epson compact printer had that printer had dye-sub instead of inkjet. It worked better now as a test print before I sent to a lab. The costs of each prints are about the same as the store and I don't have to deal with uneven borders, shrink-to-fit and cropped out. I really hope I can find compartible photos in store instead of having to order it online when I went travelling.

[@jimjimgl3]

I used to have a small printer on set for clients to see the day's shoot progress after taping to foam core. Fell out of doing that a few years ago but just recently saw another photographers' work up on the wall (we own a studio we rent out when I'm not shooting) and was so impressed with the quality of the prints. I think it was this printer. Need to get back doing this on certain jobs since I think clients really enjoy seeing their day's work come together with little prints.

[@sanfo2003]

Gordon, thanks for this fine review. I know it takes a lot of work and I appreciate it. Also thanks for being so diligent in reading and responding to comments. Good job!

[@cameralabs]

Thanks, you're very welcome!

[@greggScutum]

I recently got one (CP1500) and absolutely love it. The quality (resolution and color reproduction) is more than enough I believe the value for money, for the fun you get from printing at home is amazing!

[@cameralabs]

Glad you like it!

[@justinkabwechibangula5205]

How many pictures can it do in a single day?

[@ladyhawken]

I got the CP1300, but haven't used it for about a year. Now I want to take it out of storage and print some pictures... thanks (again) for inspiring me.

[@cameralabs]

Let us know how it's doing! Hopefully it should work fine, although watch out for any dust that may get in.

[@wilmamichel8158]

I had spent weeks trying to decide whether or not to purchase a Selphy. After watching your very helpful video, I placed my order. Thanks for sharing.

[@cameralabs]

Glad to help!

[@lrfarias]

Recently bought a CP1300. From what I can tell, the CP1500 and CP1300 have the same quality (I believe they have the same quality since Canon first introduced those print cartridges, generations ago). The CP1500 has more phone printing options, and is 6 seconds faster at printing with the glossy finish. The CP1300 does almost the same, however give you more buttons wich can help when printing without a PC / smartphone (and I do that a lot). Thank you for your review.

[@cameralabs]

Yes, the quality is the same.

[@megatesla]

I must say the fewer buttons makes the cropping and zooming a lot more tedious. And since the print quality is the same I see no reason to upgrade to a CP1500.

[@efraim.]

@@cameralabs Then why we should buy the new model?

[@NGC1433]

@@efraim. Nobody said that.

[@chrispatmore8944]

I have the previous model and found that converting B&W shots to CMYK first gives much better results. Of course that has to be done from a computer or iPad with a decent image editor.

[@cameralabs]

Good tip to try, thanks!

[@oopppmmmmlllloo]

I had been waiting for the updated model since watching your CP1300 review a year or so ago. I recently bought one and have been very happy with it. The per print pricing is actually significantly lower than typical labs here in Japan (about 25 yen per L size print vs 40 yen in a lab) which is a nice bonus. I printed about 200 images after purchasing and do wish that the app was a little more "workflow" oriented. There is a lot of repetition to select options and images (e.g., scrolling through lists of albums on your phone), and you are often kicked back out to the home screen to do it all again. Very typical of Canon (and I dare say Japanese) software design, though.

[@cameralabs]

Thanks for the feedback, yes I agree, the app is designed for one print at a time and can get laborious for multiple prints at once. That's interesting your lab costs are high in Japan. Some of ours are too, but I was more referring to online labs which can be much cheaper per print, but also have delivery charges and of course waiting times.

[@abderra18]

I've just started using the RP-108 with 108 sheets of paper. I'm curious if in the real world, the ink lasts for the number of prints in the box?

[@kernelpanic2887]

Hey, can you say somethikg about the durability of the prints? Are they moisture resistant and do they fade easily?

[@oopppmmmmlllloo]

I have not got any wet so can’t speak to moisture, but no print has faded since I started using this back in 2022.

[@domtomazo]

Great timing! Was just looking at printers like this one, for quick and easy sharing of prints with friends and family :)

[@nr1fan4all]

thanks for the video, I was looking at getting a home photo printer to get some photos physical, I lost too many to switching phones causing them to get blurry (not sure if I explained it right). Price wise it seems to be perfect and your review helped me make the decision, thanks for helping me decide on my first ever printer

[@Kingjay814]

I had no idea that they’re were printers like this. I was considering an instax because it was the only small form factor printer I’d ever seen

[@jasmijnariel]

I ordered one after seeing this. I was thinking of a smaller one for on the road. But honestly, it takes time to select the good image , swap it to the printer after processing. I guess too long for the person still being around me. So i will give them later on after a home print

[@peoplez129]

I'd really like to see a comparison of the print quality from this vs the CP1300. Something tells me there probably isn't much if any difference, and that it's primarily just a new shell to keep sales up.

[@cameralabs]

The print hardware is essentially the same, any differences you see are mostly down to image processing in the app

[@peoplez129]

@@cameralabs I think one aspect you 'glossed' over is the difference in the print finish. I like the idea that you can choose satin instead of gloss, or even potentially choose patterns in the finish, but I've never been able to see examples in practice. One thing I think would be nice is if you did high resolution scans of the prints and included the files, so that people can see the print quality close up. It is a shame they don't have matte paper for these, because that would add a lot to its capabilities.

[@cameralabs]

@@peoplez129 yes, I agree, I'll try to find some way to demonstrate the different finishes in future.

[@artistjoh]

@@peoplez129 I agree. Surface gloss levels are important to me. I much prefer matte and satin to gloss finishes.

[@sandilek4349]

Does it have the issue of stuck ink cartridge? My cp1000 has that problem.

[@PlanetaryPenguin321]

I like my CP1300 and the method of printing it uses. I wish there was something on the market that offered at least 8x12 sizes or a very low maintenance printing alternative. If anyone knows of one, please let me know!

[@bfs5113]

I have the discontinued Olympus P-400 (A4 size dye-sub) since 2000. Try B&H re: Dye-sub photo printer.

[@wingcreator]

You need a much larger DNP dye-sub printer.

[@ezradja]

HiTi had that size.

[@alphonsotate2982]

@@bfs5113 I have a fargo from the seventy's it was a beautiful 11x14 inch dye sub process printer like like a huge Selfphy making 11x14 inch glossy's so sad and mad that Fargo stop supporting it totally now any thing over5x7 inch is is ink jet junk I hate I have to use with al its expensive ink and dry out problems if you don't use it daily

[@rollyb1890]

You did an incredible job reviewing the Canon SELPHY CP1500. I just bought one using your Amazon link for a review well done.

[@cameralabs]

Thanks for your support!

[@missychan63]

I just bought this model and I'm not all that happy with it. All of my prints so far have horizontal lines across them - I'm hoping I can figure out the problem and get that fixed because I've heard such good things about this little guy. My biggest complaint though is the fact that the paper tray is either sticking out the front and getting knocked around my desk or I have to put it away somewhere, away from the printer. A little slip tray in the back or even underneath where you could store the two pieces together would be fantastic.

[@samanalavianfar4793]

Hey man!!! Did you ever find the solution for those lines? I have just bought the printer and have the same issue with horizontall line acroos every print and some say it's normal and other says it isn't

[@dunnymonster]

I've owned a Canon Selphy for a few years now and for sure it gives very decent results. My issue however has always been the cost, I've since moved to an Epson Ecotank printer for my small prints. I can print up to A4 size, I'm not just stuck with 6 X 4 sized prints. Of course portability wise this little Canon has it licked. I've also got an Instax printer too, again not particularly cheap to print to and my printer only does the mini prints which are considerably smaller than the Selphy. Nice review Gordon 👍

[@cameralabs]

Thanks! I love inkjets for bigger prints for sure, but it's a different looking process to dye-sub as you know.

[@dunnymonster]

@@cameralabs Indeed, and one of the lesser promoted aspects of these sublimation prints is they are resistant to water damage so will likely last many years even if they are not kept in an album ☺️

[@opmenglish413]

Hey! I have an Epson Ecotank as well and I try to print photos/art prints with it but it always gives off a very blue tint/hue to my pictures. Does it happen to you too, or is it something you were able to fix?

[@dunnymonster]

@@opmenglish413 Never had any issues with mine, however I produce my own custom ICC profiles for the " non Epson " papers that I use. Assuming you are using Epson photo paper and you select the correct media type in the print driver ( so if you use glossy Epson paper be sure to select glossy paper as the type you use in the print dialog driver ). This will ensure the driver selects the correct ICM profile for your paper and colours should be essentially spot on. Are you printing through Lightroom/Photoshop or via Epson's own software. You might be inadvertently double profiling ( i.e.telling Photoshop to control colour but also selecting the driver to also do it, it should be one or the other never both! ). If you are printing on 3rd party papers then all bets are off because your printer doesn't know the exact properties of the paper you are using and so will lay down ink based on the media type you selected in the driver. I would suggest buying a pack of Epson Glossy paper ( any one, doesn't matter ), select glossy as the media type in the driver dialog and ensure whatever software you are using to print from is set so that the printer ( not the application ) is controling colour. You should then get more or less perfect prints with no colour cast. The only other thing that might be happening is you've put the wrong colour ink into the tanks, easily done 😮 If you have then you'll never get it rectified without draining the tanks entirely and starting again 😕

[@opmenglish413]

@dunnymonster Thank you so much for the detailed response!! I didn't realise it could have been the third party paper! Yes, I'm using different brands so that's most likely it. I'll buy some epson paper and try those out, thank you again!

[@DamianBrown]

Still got the cp800, which I've found very handy over the years. It's a big shame they still haven't really included a decent battery pack.

[@danniemikeey579]

I have an inkjet printer that does photos but I hate the outcome of them and even with the special photo paper they come out bad and they take forever to dry! I'll definitely get this one. I want to start scrapbooks! Thank you so much for your review and all of the wonderful useful I formation💕

[@myronachtman4304]

Gordon, this is an excellent review of the CP1500. Great job!

[@dan.allen.digital]

Great video Gordon. Is there a way to batch print say 10 or 20 pictures or do you have to do them one by one?

[@sanjilee6148]

I have the Selphy square and I can print up to 10 different photos at a time.

[@Bolton115]

Great video as usual. I've owned several of these CP series printers, and every one of them has developed the same issue where it fails to recognize the print tray, right after advancing the paper through and wasting one picture's worth of ink medium. It's happened to me with two of them in a row, both brand new, within 50 prints. I found that I could spray contact cleaner and compressed air into the sides of the area where the tray latches into the printer and it helps. Or I can also manually hold the tray downward, there's a trick to it, and you only have to do this til it starts printing the first color pass. Then you can let go and it will finish. So my question is, did you have any troubles with the print tray failing to be recognized or the printer producing errors about it? It does seem like they redesigned the tray for this model, it looks sturdier than the previous ones.

[@bfs5113]

I have used 3-4 CP series and never encountered such an issue, beside the printer stopped working. One trick to prevent wasting a set of ink is to remove ink before switching it off and load ink AFTER switching it on.

[@NatsWright]

Great review, gives Fuji something to think about as they need a 6x4 option! The Lack of a touch screen is a pain, but in this world of smartphones, I guess its not needed on the device?

[@cameralabs]

Yeah, if you use the app, it's all good.

[@karlost23]

There's the Fuji PrinCiao Smart 2 but it's unobtanium outside of SE Asia :( Funnily enough, from a quick squizz at some images, it looks like it uses the exact same ink/paper combo as the Selphy in a simpler form factor (built in battery).

[@jackmatthews9390]

I have three of them. I also bought a third party printer definition set from Robin Wong. The printer definition software makes it easier to make great black and white and better color prints with it. The software definition has worked on cp1200 and cp1300 thus far. Expect them to work on this model too.

[@kroneditor9266]

Do you have a link for that please? Not had much luck finding so far but interested to know more.

[@Sabundy]

I'm actually quite impressed at how small the printer is. As well as the quality of the prints. Much better than film or ZINK imho. Dye sublimation looks like it produces the best results of any instant photo technology to my eyes. I understand that film has its charm and a certain look.....but just from an objective, purely quality assessment.....it's dye sublimation in my books. I have to seriously consider buying one of these.

[@ILLAILLS]

Thankfully I purchased a 1200 years ago and the battery came with it and still works with the 1500

[@jasmijnariel]

Sadly the prints come out of the printer rather dark😢 and it is guessing on how much you have to edit the image to get the right color

[@SergioMusel]

I like my Fuji PrinCiao Smart II more though, more minimalistic, keeps dust off the paper and has internal battery

[@johnfaustus1]

The 2 biggest pain points of these Selphy's were i) WiFi setup and crapware Canon would force you to install on your PC, and ii) slippage of the rubber intake wheels for the paper feed. I hope they've been remedied.

[@Wim37u]

You can reduce slippage by cleaning the rubber with a brush. Although I have mine tilted to reduce slippage. Belts and braces ftw.

[@cjrocksu5942]

Thank you Gordon, you made getting to know the Canon SELPHY CP1500 a breeze! Top Reviewer you are...

[@cameralabs]

Thanks!

[@hildamarmolejo1568]

I have a very old version of this printer. I couldn’t find it for years in my closet and recently found it. I like products from Canon.

[@cameralabs]

Does it still work?

[@duvalpenny100]

I can't recommend this printer enough. Love the quality of this thing.

[@yuidfbse]

I’m actually about to buy the CP1500 but am extremely confused about the paper/cartridge choices as there is an KP108 and a RP108 version available that are seemingly the same for all practical manners, but that some vendors (and Canon) officially claim only the later being compatible with the new CP1500. Very confused. Lovely review as always, thank you Gordon❤️

[@cameralabs]

You're welcome! I'm confused too, it may be a regional thing. I'll try to find out, but fear I may not have the answers until the new year now.

[@c.hgmail7494]

I think the difference may be be the gloosy efect (the RP doing it). Not sure about it, just guessing

[@abderra18]

The RP-108 has 3 ink cartridges (for 3x36 prints) vs KP-108 which has 2 (for 2x56). Other than that they are identical.

[@nujoodalotaibi6858]

Thank for your video! I have Canon Selphy 1500 cp, I have a problem that the photos came out dark and the white colour in photos turnes to yellow when I want to print it!!! I didn’t change the photos settings or anything. The photos quality are very good on my phone ! I coudn’t find any soulotion anywhere 😢😢😢

[@cameralabs]

Sounds like the ribbon may be bad in some way. But speak to canon, they're the tech support, not me!

[@ThexEmoKid]

Thank you for the detailed video, I always seem to watch your videos when thinking of ant photo printer cause you cover mostly everything and yet the videos are also interesting! Keep at it I’m hitting the sub button

[@cameralabs]

Thanks, glad you enjoy them!

[@annetaylor6587]

Thank you for a brilliant review Gordon. Does it come with ink and paper?

[@cameralabs]

It's normally sold with a set of media yes

[@ILLAILLS]

Just purchased today, upgraded from the 1200 that got stuck on the boot screen

[@Marvin-yk4lp]

I hope you can get your hands on a Liene printer and review it as well. Thanks for the review.

[@cameralabs]

Do you have one?

[@aztattookid13]

Just got mine today. It won't print "large" photos with the paper that came with it. 4x6 size I believe. Am I meant to buy a different size paper or something?

[@TheLashingOfTheRain]

Thanks for your video!!! I have a question: For apple Airprint can you print from any photo app or do you have to use the SELPHY app?

[@cameralabs]

In theory, airprint means it should just work directly from Apple devices BUT I found with the Android version that the print didn't always come out how I wanted it to. Using the app will give you more options, but if you don't mind wasting a sheet or two experimenting, it could be worth a try. let me know how you get on!

[@jmd1743]

Those are some high quality photos. I'll book mark that for sure, thank you for the tip.

[@cameralabs]

you're welcome!

[@lasaucissemasquee4421]

Thanks for the review ! I have a CP1300 and while the quality is good I ALWAYS have spots on the photos that look like dust specs :( I use my dust blower and clean the cartridge thoroughly but I always end up with some spots. Do you also have such issues ?

[@cameralabs]

I have heard this from other people. I think you need to keep the surroundings very clean and ideally put the printer in a box with the paper tray removed when not in use.

[@amirulasyraaf9191]

Is it possible for the printer to print in other sizes than 4*6?

[@Alice-uf2dy]

Thank you for the info! What is a good way to keep the dust out? And do you still think it's the best choice for 2024? Thank you for your time!

[@cameralabs]

I would try to cover it or put it away between uses. And tes, I'd say it's still the best choice for this size and type of print

[@Alice-uf2dy]

@@cameralabs Thank you very much!

[@jessemather-moore9145]

Hey Gordon I loved your video! I wanted to ask do you have a link for the spcific battery pack that works for the CP1500, I can only find descriptions that fit the CP 1330 like the Canon Battery Pack NB-CP2LI? Keep up the great work!

[@cameralabs]

Apparently the Canon NB-CP2LI also works on the CP-1500 according to the Canon website. There are a variety of 3rd party options too, but YMMV. Let me know how you get on.

[@neryng]

Thank you Gordon! Very useful video. I was just about to buy a CP1300 to start selling photos for ID, but I will however buy a CP1500, maybe the option to print in three types of finishes will give more opportunities to play :) Because I understand that CP1300 doesn't have three finishing modes -matte/gloss?

[@cameralabs]

I'm not sure, I think it might as the print hardware is essentially the same. Maybe it's a software option for the new model only? I don't know, you'd need to ask Canon.

[@warhamburger40k81]

Does it has third party (special)ink support and paper support, or canon as always push anti consumer practice like on their another printers and scanners?

[@cameralabs]

I'm pretty sure I said in the review that they recommend Canon's own media.

[@warhamburger40k81]

@@cameralabs Yes, but they had recommended their ink even on all previous printers, but it do not stopped them to programm printers to refuse to work with third party ink or strait up to block scan feature in the scanner-printer if you do not use only canons catriges and ink. I had such a problem with canons products in the past, thats why very careful about it, thanks for review.

[@cameralabs]

@@warhamburger40k81 yeah I'm not sure what happens if you try to use third party media with it. I'd assume you have to and base your decision on that worse-case scenario.

[@insightservices5008]

I noticed you can put multiple pictures on one print and in your example, 8 or 20. Are there other options, such as 4 or 6? Thank you, Gordon. Well done. A subscriber now.

[@cameralabs]

Thanks! Yep, the N-up mode allows 2, 4 or 8 in a print, but all at the same size. There's also a bookmark option. The shuffle option I demonstrated with random arranging and different sizes is 8 or 20 only.

[@kelalamusic9258]

That looks awesome! I wonder how it compares with the Liene 4x6 Photo printer?

[@NORLateCrew]

So is it compatible to print straight from a Sony A7iv for example via Bluetooth bypassing the app?

[@cameralabs]

No

[@artistjoh]

I wonder if it will print directly from my Lumix camera via Bluetooth? Also, would it print directly from a Sony ZV-E10? if so, this could be a brilliant little printer for family events.

[@cameralabs]

It will only wirelessly print over WiFi and only if the camera supports wireless pictbridge. Otherwise take the card out or connect a USB cable.

[@artistjoh]

@@cameralabs Thank you Gordon. I am one of the many who have high regard for what you do.. nIt is appreciated. Thank you.

[@mohamedmostafa-fr8gb]

What is the color cartridge for the Canon Selphy cp1500 printer, and the cartridge is enough for how many photos

[@cameralabs]

I say in the video

[@Estirvana]

Thank you for this video. I've been going back and forth between different instant printers and i've decided to go with this one. Gordon, have you also tested the printers that use ZINK paper? The Kodak printers I see bundled with the paper is often the same cost as just the CP1500 alone. I was wondering if the lower costs and what i've heard- lower printer quality is worth it?

[@cameralabs]

I have tested a zinc printer, the Canon zoemini i think. it's nowhere near as good as the cp1500 or instax models.

[@spottedmahn]

“SD card is easiest” not really IMHO. An AirPrint device sitting on the Wi-Fi network everyone in the family can print to natively would seem to be the easiest to me. The 1300 supposedly supported AirPrint. Does this device? Any chance you have reviewed that specific feature? Thanks for the content!

[@cameralabs]

Yes it works with airprint, didn't I mention that?

[@spottedmahn]

@@cameralabs awesome, thanks! You might have. I skimmed the video using the chapters…

[@Jakeisinthepool]

Can you use your dslr or mirrorless directly to that printer like you can in cp1300 using wifi function and straight printing from your camera

[@cameralabs]

Didn't I mention that? Yes if they have pictbridge.

[@10meandyou]

Great video Did you have any problems with paper not picking up??

[@cameralabs]

No, but all paper trays can get cranky from time to time

[@redrobbosworkshop]

Nice review. I have the earlier model and really like it. You can get much cheaper 3rd party batteries for these and i use permanently attached as it avoids wires on the desk and yet another power brick.

[@cameralabs]

Can you recommend a battery?

[@redrobbosworkshop]

@@cameralabs I bought this from Amazon but not currently available. They all likely come from the same factory though : Pickle Power 1900mAh NB-CP2L NB-CP1L Battery

[@cameralabs]

@@redrobbosworkshop thanks!

[@mikeharris7087]

Great review Gordon. I am thinking of buying one of these printers for the intent of making passport photos. I see in your video that the printer has a guide for the face size, is that changeable for different countries, like US passports, UK passports etc? Cheers!

[@cameralabs]

Hmm, I didn't realise it was a different size for different countries, I thought all passport photos started the same size. Either way, they sell this in the US, so I'm sure they have a solution for it. You may want to check with Canon though.

[@RM.TokyoPhotographer]

thanks for a great video...i am sort of lost...is this a type of printer which I have to use the Canons...specific paper? or is it possible to use a different brand paper for printing? like a typical inkjet printer? cheers

[@cameralabs]

As I said in the video, you have to use their own paper, it's not like an inkjet.

[@wsquareww]

Hi Gordon, loved your detailed review of CP1500! I've been a longtime user of CP910 before it die on me lately. I dont think the paper consumables are able to be ported to new CP1500 for usage anymore. Did you have a chance to line it with Liene Amber printer for comparison, and any recommendation? Thanks

[@cameralabs]

Sorry, I've not seen that model.

[@nielosoweznaki]

Hi Gordon, Quick question. There is a sale of cp1300 model and it's almost half of the price of CP1500 in my local store (110gbp vs 200). Do you think I shoud go with 1300? I know that print technology is the same but wondering about the android application features. My main use case will be printing photos directly from the phone.

[@cameralabs]

If you're happy with the phone features I demonstrated in my older cp1300 review, then I'd go for that.

[@nielosoweznaki]

@@cameralabs thanks

[@nielosoweznaki]

@@cameralabs Just seen the cp1300 video, you are just showing simple print from android option there. Is it just it for 1300? I'm wondering as I can see only one application in android store for canon sephy. Are the features restricted on older model?

[@zoomgallygally]

Thinking of buying this for my sister for Christmas. She loves photos. But not sure if it will be cost effective. Can't decide 🙃

[@cameralabs]

I've mentioned the running costs in the review, does that help?

[@mohamedmostafa-fr8gb]

A question, please, does this printer work with electricity only, or does it have another way to operate with the battery without electricity?

[@murtazasyed3392]

nice review im still unsure if ill go with the instax wide or this but I never even considered this printer before this video.

[@cameralabs]

Also check out my newer review of the Canon QX20

[@remlapproductions396]

Can you hardwire print to this selphy printer ? I see it has a type c connection. So I’m guessing you from pc (type A usb) to printer (usb type C)?

[@michpixlondon9555]

Another great informative video - cheers for your help setting up my new Canon cp1500 👍🏻

[@cameralabs]

You're welcome!

[@Jylakir]

Thanks for the review as always :). Just one questions remains for me, are these printer are in the same ballpark when it comes to quality? I really like the option to print from my SD Card but I don't know if printer like the Liene offering better picture quality?

[@cameralabs]

I don't know the Liene, but the Cp1300 and Cp1500 are similar to high-street lab prints.

[@fostervf16]

Omg. I just got mine today. The images are horrifically warm (and yellow). Are yours overly warm with a yellow cast? I'm going to have to return it. It's so unnaturally warm and yellow the photos are hard to look at. My whites are not white at all!

[@cameralabs]

Sounds like a problem with the ink ribbon, you could see my photos in the video and they looked correctly colour-balanced. Maybe an issue with your app settings or images?

[@eddie_yuanshen]

I have cp1500 exactly same issue, use vivid mode and increase light also turn off the optimize for the skin tone, it helps a bit, but ligher lost a bit of details.

[@veroniquestow627]

Does this printer allow for printing sticky labels too?

[@cameralabs]

Did I mention it in the review?

[@mariuc]

Hi! Excellent review! Do you know why the “card size” paper costs much more than the postcard size?

[@cameralabs]

Maybe demand is different, I don't know, sorry!

[@vb8647]

What is the usage of that device? 1000,2000 or more pictures?

[@richardturner81]

This has me thinking of grabbing a small printer for use with my Ricoh GR files that I edit on my phone in LR for mobile. What would you say produces the better prints Gordon? An instax or this Canon?

[@cameralabs]

The prints from the Canon are larger, cheaper and more accurate. The INSTAX prints are most stylised and produced by a more portable machine.

[@richardturner81]

@@cameralabs Thankyou so much Gordon. I really appreciate your channel and the amount of effort that you put into it.

[@cameralabs]

@@richardturner81 thanks, you're very welcome!

[@JennyDarukat]

Apparently there are some aftermarket battery options, has anybody tested these? I'd love to have something like this on battery power for company afterworks or small scale music performances.

[@Aetila]

How about fading? I have an Canon Inkjet printer that gives a nice result...and 3 months later everything is gone, lol, faded into obivion. I used to order real photochemical prints from Fuji (in Sweden), those copies are really fade resisting, unlike ink prints. Great demo there!

[@cameralabs]

Keep them out of sunlight and they won't fade

[@TheCoomer]

Hello Gordon, Could I ask if you would be able to speak with Canon regarding their 'App' and the ability to print in a 'Square' format. It would be great if this is possible as the smaller printer Canon offers that prints small square prints cost far more to print.

[@cameralabs]

Yes, they use different technologies. I think you can get a tray for different paper shape son the CP1500, but not sure if there's a square - there should be though as it's a popular shape

[@wanderpetal]

How is the color stability on these prints? Any sense of how long they’re likely to last, on the fridge, in a scrapbook or notebook, etc.?

[@cameralabs]

They make bold claims, but I can say I've had some from the CP1300 which are a few years old now and look fine. Obviously so long as you don't have them in sunlight.

[@AudreysStudio]

Thank for the advice, sounds fun...quick question...what do you use to connect your laptop to your computer...I need this too.

[@cameralabs]

You mean connect the printer? You could use a USB cable. Maybe download the manual in PDF to read the options.

[@audreytodd-davis3114]

No sorry, I see your laptop is connected to your computer monitor, what do I need to connect my laptop to my computer as well. Sorry for the misunderstanding … oh and looking at the selphy today as well. Looks like fun. Thanks again

[@cameralabs]

@@audreytodd-davis3114 I don't know what you mean - can you tell me what time in the video this happens? My laptop isn't connected to a monitor or a computer. Do you mean when I record the screen to show a web page? That's just a screen recording.

[@matthewtan5342]

Hey Gordon, I'm getting yellow tints on the pictures, but realised that your pictures are white accurate! Any ideas?

[@cameralabs]

Maybe there's an issue with your yellow ribbon? Have you been through more than one reel yet? Otherwise, possibly a colour matching issue with the app, or whatever you're printing from. You'll need to do lots of tests to rule out certain things, like try printing from other devices, computer, phone, direct card etc, and also try images from different sources, phone, camera, even downloaded from flickr. If everything still comes out yellow, then it's an issue with the printer or the media.

[@smallville5519]

PLEASE HELP, I can't find the information if the Selphy CP KP-108IN Color Ink/Paper Set is compatible with the new Canon Selphy CP1500 Printer. I bought the Printer and the Color Ink/Paper Set as a Christmas gift, and can't open the boxes to try it, seller said it SHOULD be compatible, and I can't find the information to be sure. It would mean a world to me if you helped me with this

[@cameralabs]

I did a search and can't find out for sure. I think it should be ok, but I can't say for sure. You'd really need to call Canon to confirm.

[@smallville5519]

@@cameralabs I will call them tommorow as soon as they start working, thank you very much

[@hosunuzdangelenler107]

Uptade please

[@smallville5519]

@@hosunuzdangelenler107 They work together perfect :)

[@VariTimo]

How is the quality of the semi glossy and satin finishes? Also does the printer apply noise reduction or other automatic things and can they be turned off?

[@cameralabs]

They look ok, they're just a little less glossy, not matt.

[@kevinleighuk]

Very helpful review. I am looking to replace a very old Sony dye-sub printer that died over the weekend. This looks to be the only printer of its kind on the market now.

[@cameralabs]

Yes, there aren't many dye sub options

[@kevinleighuk]

@@cameralabs indeed. I was surprised given how useful they for small snap printing as well as easy to use. The Canon's consumables look very similar to the Sony. I've ordered one and will see what it is like.

[@RaulFunesPhotography]

Good video, as always. I have a cp1300 and it works fine, but I would like to know how to synchronise the colour profiles. Thank you!

[@cameralabs]

I have no idea about using profiles between the phone and printer, sorry!

[@juluiszuniega3749]

Hi Gordon! Just wonderin if you'd tried printing using your laptop? Is there any specific app or way that we can print directly thru the laptop and can edit the paper sizes? Thank you!

[@cameralabs]

As I recall, you can just install a standard printer driver that will then work with any application, although you may need to tell it about the installed paper size. I'm sure I tried it from photoshop using my Mac.

Great review, it helped me a lot about what to buy. :) Could you please let us know more about how we can adjust color profiles. Thank you for your effort. :)

[@cameralabs]

Sorry, i don't use colour profiles, I just print with default settings and I'm happy with the results.

[@owlvis4017]

thank you for this review. i assume then if its sliding the paper back and forth and not bending it in any way, you can put any thickness stock in there ? or does it prefer the "selphy" stock? and how does it print on credit card sized paper; does it have those little adjustable arms that align different sizes? i specifically want to print on 3.5 x 2.2" which it says it can do but i don't understand how, or if it'll require trimming from me. thank you so much

[@cameralabs]

You need to use their paper, it's designed to work with the dye sub process and ribbon inks.

[@owlvis4017]

@@cameralabs thank you for letting me know

[@hildamarmolejo1568]

I would think so but I misplaced the cords.

[@gpunique]

You mentioned there are paper options that have a sticker backing on them, but I can't find this paper anywhere. Do you know what model paper I should search for? Thank you!

[@cameralabs]

Its been ages since I made this, but they were listed as media options on Canon's Web page for the printer

[@ChiaraBizzarraGiovanelli]

Hi Gordon! Many people are having issues with white balance on this printer, (everything tend to yellow) do you know about this problem? And the external battery pack is crazy expensive! I'm considering something like Liene photo printer but I'm afraid about the discontinuous availability of the paper.

[@eddie_yuanshen]

I had the same issue with while color actually yellow, I am trying to decrease some of the yellow in the setting.

[@AJ-qj4di]

Hello, do you have any suggestions for increasing the print quality? My photos don’t come out nearly as well as yours do and I considered returning it, but it clearly has the capability, I’m just not sure how to increase the quality. Thank you!

[@cameralabs]

In all seriousness, are the image you're printing good quality, as this could be an issue. Try printing your very best shots, or some high quality ones downloaded from, say, flickr, and see if they print any better. If they do,. then the problem is the images you're sending. If your images are good though, I don't know what to suggest as I just used all the standard settings.

[@alohaanya2788]

Hello, thank you for your reviews. I like it a lot. I'm going to take one. Just one question please, how many pictures we can print with 1 dose of ink?

[@cameralabs]

The ink and paper are sold together, so you have exactly the right amount, no spare. I mention some packs in the video.

[@alohaanya2788]

@@cameralabs cool! Thanks for your answer.

[@mohamedmostafa-fr8gb]

What is the name of the package type of cards for the Canon Selphy cp1500 printer, and each package contains how many cards

[@cameralabs]

I mention them in the video.

[@janetfeltman4502]

Great video. I have the. Selphy 910 and my colors are not vibrant. Any suggestions?

[@cameralabs]

I think it's probably a similar printer in terms of the hardware. Maybe it's your images, or what you're printing from? Perhaps try connecting a different device to it? I'd speak to canon though i've not reviewed that one.

[@bigmikes901adventures]

Thanks Gordon, I’ll check them out👍🏻

[@jerrykovis5417]

Curious what the difference is between this and CP1300?

[@cameralabs]

Did you watch the review? I talk about what's new

[@jerrykovis5417]

@@cameralabs lol, i did watch it. trying to decided between the two and just thought there might. thanks for putting this out, seems like the most comprehensive review.

[@bloedekuh29]

i dont own a selphy yet and wondered should i get the 1300 or the 1500? what do you suggest? i only want to use it at home and i dont care for having to fiddle around too much

[@cameralabs]

The print quality is essentially the same, so choose it on price and features.

[@jamessmith1652]

Amazed how cheap the device and the media are compared to Fujifilm Instax! I realise it's more "pro" but I really wish you could connect via bluetooth from one's smartphone. That's a dealbreaker for me.

[@zytoses9223]

Doesn't really make much sense unless you're using it as a portable printer though, and the only ones who would realistically carry it around are photographers with SD cards. Most people using these are at home with all their devices on their home networks including their printers and their phones of which can be used to print.

[@NaZhaNasip]

Hi Gordon. I would like to ask if you know how to remove the dot on each edge of the passport photo? 10:27 I found it annoying because i want my passport photo to have photo only without that dots as i normally left a bit of the white part whenever cutting the passport photos. I tried to search around for solution but no luck till now.

[@cameralabs]

I don't think there's an option for that

[@vincevinnyp9224]

I wish they had made it powered by USB C PD. But I guess that could hit the battery sales but camera + battery is probably as heavy as camera plus power brick to carry around.

[@cameralabs]

Yes, that would have been good, although maybe you'd need a specific pack in order to supply the correct amount of power? I'll suggest it for the next one.