Canon Pixma G540 MegaTank Photo Printer

The Canon Pixma G540 is a specialized 6-ink MegaTank photo printer designed for creative enthusiasts and home users who demand exceptional color accuracy and high-quality photo output. Expanding beyond the standard CMYK model, it utilizes a unique six-color dye ink system—including dedicated Red and Gray inks—alongside Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and Black to deliver a wider color gamut, more vibrant reds, and superior monochrome prints with rich tonal gradation. With the high-yield, low-cost MegaTank refillable system offering yields up to 8,000 color pages, plus wireless connectivity and support for a vast range of specialty media, the G540 is an economical and versatile solution for printing lab-quality photos, creative projects, and everyday documents.

Product Features

Six-Ink System for Enhanced Photo Quality

This printer distinguishes itself with a six-color dye ink system: Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black, Red, and Gray. The dedicated Red ink produces more vibrant and accurate red tones, while the Gray ink enhances the depth and detail in black-and-white photographs, reducing the color cast often seen in prints using only composite black. This results in stunning, true-to-life photo prints with a wider color gamut.

High-Yield MegaTank for Ultra-Low Cost Printing

The integrated MegaTank system provides exceptional value, using high-capacity GI-43 refillable ink bottles. A single set of bottles yields approximately 3,700 black pages and an impressive 8,000 color pages, dramatically lowering the cost per print compared to cartridge-based systems and making high-volume photo printing economically feasible.

Wireless Connectivity and Mobile Printing

Stay connected and print from virtually anywhere with built-in Wi-Fi (2.4GHz). The printer supports the Canon PRINT app for seamless printing and scanning from iOS and Android devices, Apple AirPrint, Mopria, and PIXMA Cloud Link for printing from popular cloud services like Dropbox and Google Drive. It’s also compatible with smart assistants like Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.

Versatile Media Support for Creative Projects

Unlock a world of creativity with extensive media compatibility. The G540 supports not only standard and photo papers but also specialty media such as magnetic photo paper, iron-on transfers for fabrics, restickable photo paper, greeting cards, fine art paper, and double-sided matte paper. This versatility makes it perfect for DIY crafts, personalized gifts, and professional-looking photo projects.

Dedicated Photo Printing with Borderless Output

Engineered for photo enthusiasts, it delivers borderless prints on various sizes up to A4, allowing for gallery-style presentations without white edges. With a dedicated photo print mode, it produces sharp, vibrant 4×6 inch photos in approximately 47 seconds.

User-Friendly Operation and Maintenance

Features a clear monochrome LCD for straightforward status monitoring and control. Maintenance is simplified with a user-replaceable maintenance cartridge (MC-G02) and the convenient, spill-resistant ink bottle design, ensuring the printer remains operational with minimal downtime.

Energy-Efficient and Compact Design

Designed with energy savings in mind, the printer consumes minimal power in standby and sleep modes. Its compact form factor, with trays that retract when not in use, makes it a space-efficient addition to any home office or creative workspace.

Product Specifications

Model: Canon PIXMA G540
Functions: Print
Print Technology: Canon FINE Inkjet, Refillable MegaTank System
Ink Colors: 6 (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black, Red, Gray) – Dye
Ink Bottles: GI-43 C/M/Y/Bk/R/Gy
Print Resolution: Up to 4800 x 1200 dpi
Print Speed (ISO): Approx. 3.9 ipm (Black & Color)
Photo Print Speed: Approx. 47 seconds for a 4×6″ borderless photo
Display: Full Dot Monochrome LCD
Connectivity: Hi-Speed USB, Wi-Fi (802.11 a/b/g/n, 2.4GHz)
Mobile & Cloud Printing: Canon PRINT app, Apple AirPrint, PIXMA Cloud Link, Mopria
Smart Home: Compatible with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant
Paper Handling: Rear tray (100 sheets), supports A4, Letter, envelopes, photo & extensive specialty media
Borderless Printing: Yes, up to A4
Ink Yield (Approx.): 3,700 pages (Black), 8,000 pages (Color set)
Maintenance Cartridge: User-replaceable MC-G02
Dimensions (W x D x H): Approx. 445 x 340 x 136 mm (trays retracted)
Weight: Approx. 5.1 kg
Operating Systems: Windows, macOS, Chrome OS, iOS, Android