Compare Prices : Canon PIXMA iP90v - Expert Reviews

Review summary: The Canon Pixma iP90v is the 2007 refresh of the Pixma iP90. Aside from support for Windows Vista and an odd reduction in photo print speed, the iP90v is essentially the same product. It even costs the same $250 as the older model. If you already have ...

Pros: Text quality has improved over the last version ; very compact design makes it easy to carry with you ; ink-saving modes can save you in a pinch ; PictBridge- and IrDA-enabled

Cons: The printer is expensive, and add-ons such as battery packs make it moreso ; photo print speed is slower than that of the older model

Verdict: The Canon Pixma iP90v is the Vista-enabled version of the older Pixma iP90 and offers nearly the same print speeds and quality. It's a very useful printer if you travel a lot and need to print often, but consider the purchase carefully because it's ...

Review summary: A4 photo printing on the hoof, but the battery costs extra

Pros: Compact and lightweight ; outputs A4 borderless colour prints ; acceptable reproduction for colour promo material ; easy-to-use software bundle

Cons: Plastic casing may not be sturdy enough for the road ; photo-quality output lacks richness ; battery and Bluetooth cost extra ; pricey for an A4 photo printer

Verdict: Although expensive for a portable printer, the iP90v does produce borderless A4 colour prints at a reasonable rate

Review summary: A4 photo printing on the hoof, but the battery costs extra

Pros: Slim, head-turning design ; Great music quality ; 3G functionality

Cons: Difficult keypad ; Average camera

Verdict: If lugging a laptop isn't giving your shoulder the workout it needs, then a portable printer will up the burn.

Review summary: Canon Pixma iP90v : What's smaller than a breadbox, lighter than laptops, and fits easily in most carry-on bags? It's none other than the new portable Pixma iP90v Photo Printer. The Pixma iP90v Photo Printer delivers high print quality, speed, and ...

Pros: Text quality has improved over the last version ; very compact design makes it easy to carry with you ; ink-saving modes can save you in a pinch ; PictBridge- and IrDA-enabled

Cons: The printer is expensive, and add-ons such as battery packs make it moreso ; photo print speed is slower than that of the older model

Verdict: *The Pixma iP90's photo speed is for an 8x10 print; the iP90v's photo speed is for a 4x6 print.