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Oh my gosh ! What a great review. I have been listening to others trying to review this printer and it was taking them so long I wanted to scream . So glad I found your review. This is how a review of a product should go.

Great review. These printers are wonderful while they work. We have the old CP1200. We didn't use it that much for the past 5 years and recently it stopped working - stuck on Canon screen and can't boot to menu. Searched the internet and it turns out a lot of people are having this problem. It doesn't matter if the printer has been used at all. Generally after the waranty expires, this happens at some point. Spoke with an authorised Canon repair shop and they told me Canon doesn't make spares for the Selphy line, so they can't repair it. Some people had luck with different tricks to make it start, but they didn't work for me. I was considering buying the newer CP1300, but searched online and it turns out it has the same issue, as well as other hardware issues with paper detection erros, etc. So keep that in mind when you buy the printer - at some point after 1-2 years (most people online had it happen in that period) it could become a paperweight. Also, factor the price of the printer in the cost per print. For us it almost trippled the price of the existing prints after it kicked the bucket.

After using this printer for events for many years and thousands of prints I can attest that this printer is a sweet deal. The color balance is very close to WSIWG so long as your system is calibrated. It prints fairly fast and is extremely economical at about .30 cents US. Great resolution as well! My only complaint is that unfortunately it only prints 4x6 :( > A 5x7 version would be killer! The best thing apart from the quality is that when you buy a paper pack you know exactly how many prints you're getting (103 prints) and there's no waste of ink! Highly recommended.

Wow, what a great review! I was dreading watching KZfaq review videos and having to deal with the ads, intro animation, welcome message, hook, subscription request, announcements, all before getting to the actual review (which usually consists of fluff and takes longer than necessary). Your review got straight to the point, right away, and no fluff. Thank you for quality review!

I’m researching this 2yrs later as a present for my Mum. Still seems to be the best option on the market here in New Zealand

Looks so much better than Local grocery store's photo quality. Thanks you for sharing !

Great review - to the point and you tell us exactly what we want to know!

This is the most comprehensive review of this printer I've found on YT. I actually might just go and buy one.

It is now 2022 and I am trying to use my Selphy 1300 but I have forgotten how and the manual is no longer available on their website. Don't have a smart phone and wonder if the app is even available. I did a search on KZfaq and your video came up. A lifesaver!!! I was able to figure out a few things and your video filled in the gaps!!! Did you think back when you made this video that it would help someone 4 years later??? Thank you so much for taking the time to make this video and have a lovely day!!

You have a nice, clear voice. Easy to follow and the review was presented really well

Mr. Gordon, great video, I had bought CP1300 today, and so blessed to see your video, thank you so much

Was considering buying this for when I do photo booth prints at events! Now I’m convinced! Thank you!

I'm so impressed by your review of this product. I was given this by a friend and it is coming in handy for Christmas. I bought Christmas ornaments that need pics in them and this is the perfect fit for doing that. Thank you so much for all the details and advantages of the Canon Selfie.

Thank you so much for the review. I've only heard abt this printer a few days ago and your thorough explanation on it helps me a lot.

I've got an older Selphy and I'm so happy for it. By the way Gordon you are almost on 100.000 subscribers!!! Way to go. Great!

thank you so much, i was debating between this one and another one and this really sold it for me!

Thanks for the review man, buying this for my gf for xmas and a photo album, this review really helped me out.

I've just got home from Aldi with one for the bargain price of...£39.99!! Can't wait to use it!

Can you choose the format of the picture? I mean like maybe i want 3x4 size and not 4x6 can i change format or does it have to be 4x6?

Great review. That is just what I needed for reassurance from an expert.before buying it. Thank you!

Very concise, articulate and most importantly, not a million um's and ah's or superfluous chit-chat. I'm subscribing! thanks

Great Review. I was going to get one for my wife for Christmas, but it was "iffy" until I saw the review. She'll thank you, too.

Great video - I just treated myself to one of these babies, although I have two printers at home as well (which used to be good for photos... not anymore). I am an avid scrapbooker, so I tend to print hundreds of pics every few months. I order them online, of course, because this would not be at all economical, but it sure is sweet to have this at my fingertips when I need a pic or two to complete my layout. Thanks for sharing :)

Awesome review Gordon! Thank you so much!

I purchased this for my sister after watching your review. She loves it and I have to say I'm impressed. I'd like to buy you another coffee or at least give you something towards it. From one fellow coffee lover to another.

Absolutely brilliant, mate. I am a big fan of your channel.

4 years and man this video is till so helpful. Thank you for the advice. I have noted that your left hand is a bit shaky and I hope its only because of the weight of the printer. Stay in good health please. And thank you for the review 💜

Thank you for detailing so much for this product, including showing the ink cartridge and photo papers used. 😊

Thank you. I appreciate your tutorial - and your beautiful shots.

great review thanks! answered my questions

Love Steller’s jays. Thanks for a great review.

There should be the option to use our own mobile phones to preview and control the printer (or any other device). It could work as the interface to any equipment, thus making things more efficient and cheaper.

hi Gordon, thanks for the great video review. are you familiar with adjusting aspect ratios and cropping before sending to this printer? particularly with smartphone photos. Smartphone photo aspect ratios are not typically 3 by 2 so parts of the picture are usually chopped off. but it seems none of the canon apps allow for control of cropping.

Excellent informative review Gordon, I was looking at different mobile printers as a present for my wife and this has now made up my mind, thanks again for the help.

Omg thank you for this normally people will talk about a random topic and will not think about the multiple things that people my want to use the printer for

thanks for the review. watched the one you made on the CP1500. waiting on a used CP1300 with 4 cartridges and 144 sheets to arrive. got it for $95 USD (with shipping + taxes). Probably won't be buying any new cameras in the near future since I'm happy with the ones I currently have, but I'm a subscriber now. You do a great job reviewing, definitely the best with the Selphy Printers.

Thanks for reviewing this so well.

I have just research online. Was just curious which is most economical to use plus getting decent pictures. Thank you, enjoyed your video on this one.

Useful for learning about printing from Photoshop and Capture One? Useful for printing short run business cards? I'm thinking of half a dozen or so at a time.

very informative and clear video, thanks

I bought you a coffee for the succinct review you did of the Canon Selphy 1300 printer. Thank you. Enjoy the British accent.

Thanks for the review! Great video and I'm going to buy one! :)

6 Gordon’s for your viewing pleasure 😂😂😂 Funny guy, great video mate 👍🏼

great review Gordon! i Have a few questions though as i am really interested in buying a portable printer. Can you add custom borders on your photos? And is this any good for black and white photos?

I got this for christmas and am really excited to use it!! except mines black

I like your review . Straight to the point and I am buying it !!

Great and very clear, efficient review. Thx 🙏

Thank you!! Im going to get one now!!

Great video! Quick question, Does the printer HAVE to be connected to something in order to print? Or can I just print without the need to plug it in with all those cables

great review Gordon!.thanks for sharing..leave a mark on your house..staycon..

Excellent review and instructional video. I’m sold.

Great video! this was extremely helpfull.

thank you so much for this nice review

Very Good review! Thank you.

That was really helpful, many thanks.

Such a great review. Thank you

Very nice practical demonstration of any photo printer 👍👍👍thanks !💙💛💜

thank you for the review, very helpful!

hahahah i love the part of "buy me a coffee". Love your videos, thanks a lot!! I saw your videos when i bought my nikon d5100 looong time ago, and now when a get my canon cp-1300. Wish you the best!

Jolly good review. Very clear. Thsnk you.

Very good review. Thanks for sharing.

Great informative video thanks

Good review! Thank you...

Great video. Gordon, I got my printer for Christmas and just opened it up recently. I printed a couple of pictures for my son but the first picture only did one pass and came out yellow and the next two only passed twice and was red and didn't do the final 2 passes. Have you ever heard of that and if so, how would I fix it? Is it possible the box didn't come with all the ink?

Thank you so much! Think I'm sold

A very good and a useful review! THX!

Fantastic review

Great video.Thank you.

Wow this thing looks perfect

Great review Gordon! Just bought the CP 1300. What photo app did you use on your Android to print to the Selphy? Thx Much!! :)

I' m going along with the idea that this would be a great way to get a rough test print.

Thanks, Gordon! Terrific review, well explained, very useful!

Thanks for the great video, I'm not thrilled w the borders on the pictures, if I was to cut them, would that jeopardize the prints?

that eclipse photo is brilliant!

Hey Gordon. I have a Fuji XT3 and I was wondering how I could print wirelessly to a printer straight from my camera ?

Salutations from California, thanks for the info.

thanks for the review! Quick question, if working with photoshop is it better to use CMYK space or RGB for the purposes of using this printer? Thanks!

Thanks man have a nice day awesome video.

Great review! thank you!

Hi Gordon, thanks for your review. It is indeed impressive and informative. I just have a question. Could i use it without internet connection?

Thank you for doing this video

Brilliant review. Thanks man

Great Review! Going to get it.

At 2:25 you skipped the connection sequence, you just said that the printer has already been connected to your wi-fi network. Then in the CP1500 review around 12:00 mark you pointed out that the CP1500 creates a wi-fi connection directly to the printer, which acts as an access point. After these two reviews I was under the impression that the CP1300 does not have the direct wi-fi mode, but I watched another video which proved that both models have the same wi-fi features, that is, either going through an external access point, or establishing a direct connection to a smartphone. I am glad that I double-checked and watched another video, because the CP1300 for half the price of the CP1500 is good enough for me :)

Good review, amazed how quick and simple this fab printer is... Hope you weren't having a bad day, given the very shaky hands bud?

great review, any idea if it can print photos with different finishes like matte for instance ? I wanted to get the CP1500 but it's not available in my country yet

Great review! I'm going to buy it on Monday due to this video. One thing, is it so dense so your hand is shaking, or you're using very good image stabilization while shooting?

mini print guys, amazing you'r video

Hello, If I don't use it for a long time, should I keep the ink open and keep it separate or can I keep the ink inside the printer?

Excellent video thanks 😊

Hey Gordon, fantastic video! ive been wanting to get a small photo printer for quite some time now, I was talking to some of the reps from canon on their live chat recently and they let me know the existence of this printer and that's how I found your video! fantastic little thing I think im definitely going to grab one, thanks!

This video was quite helpful

Great review!

Cool 😎. I wanted to use it as a postcard. I am not sure if the paper is thick enough. And I need to somehow print a generic postcard blank template on the back. It will be odd to use this printer for that. It means I may have to use another printer to print the back blank template.

Thankyou for the review! It's seems often that these printers are kind of shunned by photographers. It seems to be as well practical as one would perhaps expect. However I wonder if you've noticed any "social" advantages with it? Do say friends or people show interest for small images?

Hi I would like to use the printer at my sisters bday party but the hall has no internet. Can I still print from my phone to the printer? Thank you

Can you customize it? Like for an event I want to set up a photo booth so can I set it up as when people take selfies and print out the strips then there would be a customized font at the bottom of the strip? Like they do for weddings where the photo strip has the bride’s and groom’s name and date of the wedding on there?

Incredibly good printer. So much better than the Fuji Instax cameras and printers. And a very thoughtful review. Thank you.

Can you choose the size you want to print the photo from the app? Are there only specific sizes to choose from or can you input your own custom size?