The Canon PIXMA PRO-200 is an inkjet print-only unit designed for professional photo printing. Unlike most general-purpose inkjet office printers, it uses eight Canon CLI-65 dye ink cartridges, including specialized photo ink cartridges. There aren't any high-yield options available. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct, USB, and Ethernet, and there's support for Apple AirPrint and Mopria Print Service. It's compatible with Canon's PRINT app, which provides functionality like scanning from your mobile device.
Our Verdict
Even though it's a professional photo printer, the Canon PIXMA PRO-200 performs decently for home use. Its cost-per-print is low, as the color cartridges yield many prints before needing replacement, and they're relatively inexpensive. Black ink doesn't last as long, but it's still affordable. Print quality is the major strength of this printer. Documents are clear and sharp (although the dye ink has a slight tendency to bleed on the page), and photos look outstanding, as this printer can reproduce a wide range of colors and do so very accurately. However, this printer is very slow to print documents, and it lacks a scanner since it's a print-only unit. There are numerous connectivity options, making it easily accessible from both mobile devices and computers.
Outstanding print quality.
Produces detailed and colorful photos.
Many connectivity options.
Very low cost-per-print.
Very wide color gamut.
No scanner.
No automatic duplex printing.
Exceptionally slow document print speed.
The Canon PIXMA PRO-200 isn't designed for office use, as it's a professional photo printer. As a result, it lacks many features you'd normally find on office printers, like a scanner or the ability to perform automatic duplex printing. Additionally, the document print speed is very slow, producing just two black or color pages per minute. The black page yield is poor, so expect to replace the cartridge often if you print a lot of black-and-white documents. That said, the print quality for black-and-white documents is outstanding, and it's a fantastic choice if your office needs to print color posters, as it can print Tabloid-size sheets. There are also numerous connectivity options, making it easily accessible.
Outstanding print quality.
Many connectivity options.
Very low cost-per-print.
Supports wide-format printing up to 13" x 19" (and beyond with custom print sizes).
No scanner.
No automatic duplex printing.
Exceptionally slow document print speed.
Poor black page yield.
For this usage, the Canon PIXMA PRO-200 falls short. It's an inkjet printer, so leaving it unused for long periods can lead to clogged printheads. It does include maintenance routines to help with clogs, but its limited ink capacity makes stubborn blockages more frustrating to deal with. In a worst-case scenario where flushing doesn't work, you can replace the printheads to get it running again. Page yields are only average, and you'll need to manage eight separate cartridges more carefully than a regular printer. Additionally, it's extremely slow, which makes even a quick, occasional print feel like a chore.
User replaceable printheads.
Exceptionally slow document print speed.
Poor black page yield.
No high-yield cartridges available.
Can clog if it's left unused.
The Canon PIXMA PRO-200 is exceptional for printing photos. It produces outstanding, high-quality photos with very clear details and accurate colors. Also, it supports a variety of wide-format paper, including Supertabloid (13" x 19") and Panorama (8.26" x 23.38") size sheets, and you can set up custom print sizes that are even larger. Compared to other professional photo printers, the cost per print is fantastic, and replacement cartridges are relatively affordable. The color cartridges also yield many pages; the black yield isn't as good. Finally, the print speed for photos is good, as it produces a 4" x 6" photo in 55 seconds.
Outstanding print quality.
Produces detailed and colorful photos.
Very low cost-per-print.
Supports wide-format printing up to 13" x 19" (and beyond with custom print sizes).
Very wide color gamut.
Exceptional color accuracy makes this printer suitable for professional work.
The Canon PIXMA PRO-200 offers decent page yields. It uses eight dye-based cartridges that you can buy individually. That setup takes a bit more management than a typical printer, but that's expected for a dedicated photo printer.
No high-yield cartridges available.
The Canon PIXMA PRO-200 is very slow for printing documents. It can only push two black or color pages per minute; it's a professional photo printer, first and foremost, that prioritizes printing quality over speed. That said, its photo printing speed is within the typical range for inkjet printers.
No automatic duplex printing.
Exceptionally slow document print speed.
The document quality is outstanding on the Canon PRO-200. The text is legible, and no printing artifacts or alignment issues are present. Fine details, like fine lines on a graph, are also very detailed. The one small pain point is when converting color to grayscale; it struggles to reproduce differences in dark shades, like between burnt sienna and deep shades of purple. Still, this is a minor issue overall.
Outstanding print quality.
The Canon PIXMA PRO-200 doesn't have a scanner.
No scanner.
Performance Usages
Changelog
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Updated Jan 12, 2026:
We've updated text throughout the review after converting to Test Bench 1.3.
- Updated Jan 05, 2026: We've updated the review to Test Bench 1.3, which adds a number of test boxes including Risk of Clogging and Ease of Unclogging. We also updated the Usage and Performance boxes at the top of the review to better integrate the new aspects covered. See the changelog.
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Updated Apr 16, 2025:
Added mention of the Canon imgaePROGRAF PRO-310 as an alternative with better color accuracy in the Color Accuracy section.
- Updated Oct 28, 2024: Review published.
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Differences Between Sizes And Variants
We tested the Canon PIXMA PRO-200 in 'Black.' There are no other variants.
See our unit's label.
Popular Printer Comparisons
The Canon PRO-200 is a professional photo printer. It's among the best photo printers we've tested, even outranking its bigger sibling, the Canon imagePROGRAF PRO-300, in terms of color gamut, though its color accuracy lags slightly behind. However, it's a specialized device, as it lacks a scanner and is very slow at printing documents. If you're looking for a general-use printer, it's best to look elsewhere. However, if you primarily print photos, the Canon PIXMA PRO-200 won't disappoint.
If you're interested in seeing some other printers, check out our recommendations for the best photo printers or the best wide-format printers.
The Canon PIXMA PRO-200 and the Epson EcoTank Photo ET-8550 are excellent photo printers, although they're suited for different environments. The Canon is the better choice if you only print photos in a professional environment. It has much better color accuracy and a wider color gamut. However, the Epson is a much more versatile printer; it has a scanner and prints documents much faster. It's a great choice for office settings that need to print a variety of color media from documents to posters.
The Canon PIXMA PRO-200 and the Canon imagePROGRAF PRO-300 are outstanding professional photo printers. Both printers can accommodate a wide range of paper sizes, and they both feature robust cartridge systems with dedicated photo ink cartridges, which deliver exceptional color accuracy and wide color gamuts. The main differences come down to the type of ink they use. The PRO-200 uses dye ink, which performs better on glossy paper; this makes it ideal for photo printing. By contrast, the PRO-300 uses pigment ink, which performs better on non-glossy paper, which makes it better for art prints.
The Epson SureColor P700 and Canon PIXMA PRO-200 are both excellent choices for professional photo printing, offering wide media compatibility and advanced cartridge systems with dedicated photo inks that produce rich, accurate colors and broad color gamuts. Where they differ most is in their ink technology. The PRO-200 relies on dye-based ink, which excels on glossy paper, making it especially well-suited for traditional photo prints. The P700, on the other hand, uses pigment-based ink, which performs better on matte and fine art papers. This makes it ideal for archival or artistic print,since pigment ink also tends to last longer than dye ink.
The Canon PIXMA PRO-200S is a newer version of the Canon PIXMA PRO-200 with nearly identical features. The newer PRO-200S is, unfortunately, a slight downgrade from its predecessor, as it isn't as color-accurate and doesn't perform as well in reproducing fine details. Its black page yield is better than the PRO-200, but its color page yield is significantly lower, resulting in a slightly higher cost per print.
Test Results
The Canon PIXMA PRO-200's build quality is outstanding. The chassis is constructed from thick plastic and feels very sturdy. There's no dedicated input tray, only a top feeder and a manual feeder in the rear, which are easily extendable and share the body's robust feel and construction. The output tray feels similarly well-built. Design-wise, accessing the cartridge bay is straightforward, and changing ink cartridges is a simple task. The top lid opens wide, and easy-to-read labels identify the location of each cartridge on the cartridge tray. However, your only point of access to the printer's internals is through the cartridge bay, and it's quite constricting; people with larger hands may have difficulty dislodging paper jams. Another weak point is the rear feeder's lack of a cover, exposing paper between uses. However, there's a detachable power cable, making it easy to replace in the event of damage.
The display on this printer is very good. Although it lacks a touchscreen, the controls are intuitive, and the simple menu system is easy to navigate. The display lacks tilt adjustments, but it remains easy to read regardless of your viewing angle. There's also a power button and a cancel button on the front of the printer.
This printer uses an eight-dye-based ink cartridge system. In addition to the standard CMYK cartridges, there are also photo cyan (PC), photo magenta (PM), gray (GY), and light gray (LGY) cartridges. The photo cartridges are only used when printing using the Photo setting, not when using the Document setting.
The printer warns you when the ink is low and again when it estimates the cartridge is empty. It doesn't prevent you from printing, but asks if you wish to proceed. If you proceed, the printer will eventually stop printing and display an error message.
The Canon PIXMA PRO-200 requires minimal maintenance. Like all inkjet printers, it risks clogging if left unused for extended periods. Thankfully, several built-in maintenance tasks help resolve issues, like cleaning and deep cleaning, printhead alignment, roller cleaning, and bottom plate cleaning. If you need help with maintenance tasks, you can watch how-to videos using the Canon PRINT app or refer to the online manual.
Regarding ink maintenance, your mileage will vary depending on your use case. If you primarily print photos, the color ink yield is very good, so you can print a lot before replacing the ink cartridges. However, the black ink doesn't fare as well, so you'll have to change it often if you print documents at high volume. Thankfully, changing the ink cartridges is straightforward; simply turn on the printer and lift the top cover, allowing the cartridge tray to move automatically to the center of the printer. Paper jams are trickier to deal with, as you only get one access point through the cartridge bay, which is rather confined. People with larger hands may have difficulty.
You can access the Online User Manual directly from Canon's website.
This is an inkjet printer, which means it can clog if left unused for an extended period. Inkjet printers use liquid ink that flows through extremely fine printhead nozzles. During extended periods of inactivity, this ink can evaporate, thicken, or dry out, potentially blocking the ink flow. Environmental factors such as dry air, dust, temperature fluctuations, or direct sunlight can accelerate clog formation. Clogs may cause missing lines, faded colors, or complete print failures. To reduce the risk, we recommend printing periodically and storing the printer in a cool, stable environment. If clogs occur, most inkjet printers include built-in maintenance routines to help clear the printheads, which are detailed in the Expected Maintenance test box of this review.
If you don't want to deal with unclogging, laser printers use a different system with dry toner and a drum instead of ink and printheads, which avoids this issue.
This printer features replaceable printheads, but its cartridges have a low volume. The available flush volume can fix many everyday clogging issues, but you may need more than one cartridge for the most severe blockages. When flushing is insufficient, users can at least replace the printhead as a last resort.
- Getting started guide
- Canon Photo Paper Pro Luster (five sheets)
- Eight CLI-65 setup cartridges:
- 1x Black
- 1x Cyan
- 1x Photo Cyan
- 1x Magenta
- 1x Photo Magenta
- 1x Yellow
- 1x Gray
- 1x Light Gray
- Setup CD-ROM
- Power cable
There's also a multi-purpose tray, not pictured, for writable CDs and nail stickers.
As this is a photo printer, there's no advertised document printing speed. When performing duplex printing, the printer prints all pages on the first side, then displays a message with instructions on how to reinsert the sheets into the input tray to print the other side.
The top paper feeder's capacity differs according to paper type and size:
Plain Paper:
- A5, A4, B5, Letter: approximately 100 sheets
- A3, B4, Legal, 11"x 17": approximately 50 sheets
Photo paper:
- KG/4" x 6", L, Square 5", Hagaki: 20 sheets
- A4, A3, Letter, 5" x 7", 8" x 10", 2L: 10 sheets
- A3+, 10" x 12": 1 sheet
The black-and-white document print quality is outstanding on this printer. Text is legible, and no printing artifacts or alignment issues are present. Fine details are also very detailed, like fine lines on a graph. The one small pain point is when converting color to grayscale; it struggles to reproduce differences between very dark shades, like burnt sienna and deep shades of purple on the pie chart in the document.
This printer produces superb color documents. Text is clear and legible, colors are vibrant, and fine details are sharp, like lines in a graph. The one minor pain point is that the ink bleeds a bit into the paper. This is visible in the document's table, where the red row bleeds, slightly obscuring the white text. This is an artifact of the printer's dye ink; in most cases, pigment ink produces better, longer-lasting documents.
Using the top paper feeder, you can set custom page sizes from 3.5" x 5" (89 mm x 127 mm) to 12.95" x 39" (329 mm x 990.6 mm), while the rear manual feed tray can accommodate page sizes from 8" x 10" (203.2 mm x 254.0 mm) to 13" x 39" (330.2 mm x 990.6 mm). You can consult the Online User Manual for instructions on loading the top paper feeder and the rear manual feeder.
This printer doesn't have a scanner.
This printer has an exceptional color gamut. It can reproduce a very wide range of colors, with minimal to no banding or graining throughout color transitions. Thanks to the use of dye ink, this printer performs better on glossy paper than its bigger sibling, the Canon imagePROGRAF PRO-300, which uses pigment ink. Whereas pigment ink sits on top of glossy paper, dye ink seeps into the paper, resulting in richer and more saturated colors. The use of dye ink helps the Canon PRO-200 overcome the main weakness of its bigger sibling: undersaturated bright hues. If you primarily produce art prints on non-glossy paper, the PRO-300 will perform better.
This printer's color accuracy is impressive. Most inaccuracies are minor, with the worst offenders being light gray and black. This level of color accuracy makes the printer appropriate for professional work. Consider the Canon imagePROGRAF PRO-310 if you're looking for a similar photo printer with even better color accuracy.
This printer is exceptional at reproducing small details. Finer elements look clear, and even though the printer's halftone pattern produces a bit of softness in the image, you can easily differentiate background details from foreground objects. The outstanding contrast between bright hues and darker shades further adds to the level of detail.
This printer is compatible with the Canon PRINT app. Using the app, you can print documents and photos, print using content from social media or photo-sharing services, and scan with your mobile device's camera. You can also set up and manage an ink subscription, purchase consumables, monitor the printer's status, and access the printer manual and how-to videos.
This printer requires manual installation of drivers to print on Windows and macOS devices, but not on Chrome OS devices. You can find the drivers using the Online User Manual on Canon's website. There are also several desktop utilities and guides available through the user manual.