About Canon PIXMA GM4070 Wireless Printer
| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| Functions | Print, Scan, Copy |
| Printer Type | Ink tank all-in-one printer; monochrome by default, optional colour cartridge supported |
| Print Head / Ink | Permanent (replaceable) print head (BH-70), uses GI-70 pigment black ink bottle; optional CL-741/CL-741XL colour cartridges for colour printing |
| Maximum Print Resolution | 600 (horizontal) × 1200 (vertical) dpi |
| Print Speed (A4 ISO) | Monochrome: 13.0 ipm; Colour (if optional cartridge used): 6.8 ipm |
| Paper Handling — Input Capacity | Cassette: up to 250 sheets plain paper; Rear Tray: up to 100 sheets plain or other supported media |
| Supported Paper Sizes & Media (cassette) | A4, A5, B5, Letter (LTR), Custom sizes (width 148–215.9 mm, length 210–297 mm) |
| Supported Paper Sizes & Media (rear tray) | A4, A5, B5, LTR, LGL, Envelopes (DL, COM10), custom sizes (width 55–215.9 mm, length 89–676 mm) — useful for envelopes, long documents etc. |
| Auto Duplex Printing (2-sided) | Yes (on plain paper) for supported sizes: A4, A5, B5, LTR |
| Scanner | Flatbed + Automatic Document Feeder (ADF, 35-sheet capacity) with CIS (Contact Image Sensor) |
| Scan Resolution | Up to 1200 × 2400 dpi optical resolution |
| Copy Function | Copy up to A4/LTR; copy speeds ~10.7 ipm (simplex), ~11.5 ipm (via ADF) in monochrome; up to 99 copies in a job |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi (wireless 802.11 b/g/n), Wired LAN (Ethernet), USB 2.0, Wireless Direct; supports mobile/cloud printing via Canon Print Service / Canon PRINT apps |
| Display & Controls | 2-line LCD display, host-based print language |
| Duty Cycle | Up to 15,000 pages/month |
| Page Yield (Ink Bottle) | Using GI-70 black ink bottle: ~6,000 pages (standard); up to ~8,300 pages in Economy mode (monochrome) |
| Recommended Monthly Print Volume | 150 – 1,500 pages |
| Physical Dimensions (WxDxH) | 403 × 369 × 234 mm (with trays closed) |
| Weight | Approx. 9.2 kg |
| Warranty |
1 Year Warranty |
Efficient Ink Tank Printing
At the heart of the PIXMA GM4070 is its refillable ink tank system. Unlike cartridge-based printers, this model uses a GI-70 pigment black ink bottle, delivering an impressive page yield. In standard mode, it can print around 6,000 monochrome pages — and in Economy mode, this can extend up to about 8,300 pages. This makes the GM4070 particularly suitable for users with frequent printing needs, such as students, home offices, or small businesses, where reducing the cost per page is important.
All-in-One Functionality with ADF
The PIXMA GM4070 isn’t just about printing — it’s a full all-in-one solution. It supports scanning and copying operations in addition to printing. A notable convenience is the 35-sheet Automatic Document Feeder (ADF), allowing easy batch scanning or copying of multipage documents. This feature streamlines tasks like scanning invoices, documents, or multipage reports, saving time and effort compared to manual single-page scanning.
Auto Duplex & Versatile Paper Handling
Automatic duplex (two-sided) printing is built-in for plain paper, which is especially useful for producing professional-looking double-sided documents and saving paper. The printer handles a wide range of paper sizes and types — from standard A4, A5, B5, Letter, Legal to envelopes, small cards, custom sizes, and more. Input capacity is generous: up to 250 sheets in the cassette plus another 100 sheets via the rear tray, making it capable of handling larger print jobs without frequent reloading.
Flexible Connectivity & Modern Workflow
Connectivity is a strong point for the GM4070. It supports Wi-Fi, wired LAN (Ethernet), USB, and even Wi-Fi Direct / wireless printing. For mobile users, it offers printing via Canon’s mobile/cloud printing services, so you can print directly from your smartphone or tablet. This flexibility makes it easier to integrate the printer into various setups — be it a single PC, multiple devices on a network, or mobile devices on the go.
Balanced Performance with Compact Footprint
With a print speed of about 13.0 pages per minute (monochrome) and a max resolution of 600 × 1200 dpi, the output quality and speed are well-matched for standard documents, reports, assignments, invoices, and everyday office prints. The scanner (flatbed + ADF) supports optical resolutions up to 1200 × 2400 dpi, enough for clear document scans and copies. Despite these capabilities, the printer’s size (403 × 369 × 234 mm) and weight (~9.2 kg) remain compact, so it can comfortably fit on a desk or shelf without taking up much space.
Ideal Use Cases
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Home offices / Small businesses: Frequent printing of documents, invoices, reports, certificates, and occasional colour documents (with optional cartridge).
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Students and professionals: For assignments, projects, reports — where high page yield and duplex printing help manage large printouts efficiently.
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Mailing & correspondence: Since it supports envelopes, custom sizes, and duplex printing, it’s suitable for letter printing, mailing labels, or bulk envelope printing.
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Scans and archival: The flatbed + ADF scan/copy function is useful for digitizing paperwork, multiple-page documents, and creating backups or copies.
In summary, the Canon PIXMA GM4070 is a practical, efficient, and versatile all-in-one ink tank printer — especially for users who prioritize low running costs, high monthly print volume, and flexibility. Its combination of print, scan, and copy functions; high-volume ink tank; auto-duplex printing; and flexible connectivity makes it an attractive choice for home offices, small businesses, and anyone with regular printing needs.
