Choosing the right printer can be a daunting task. There are several types of printing technologies to choose from, each suited for different needs. Printers come in all shapes and sizes, from tiny travel companions to work group workhorses; some are geared toward photographers, others are for multitaskers. And the many specifications for resolution and speed can be misleading.

As a loose rule of thumb, inkjet printers like the HP Photosmart 7510 and the Canon Pixma MG3220 are a must for vibrant colors and long-lasting photos, whereas Canon's ImageClass MF301 and similar laser printers are best at producing speedy text documents.

Specifications:

• Maximum Printing Resolution 4800 (horizontal)*1 x 1200 (vertical) dpi
• Print, Scan, Copy
• ISO Standard print speed (A4): up to 8.8ipm (mono) / 5.0ipm (colour)
• Prints a 4 x 6” borderless photo in 60secs

Choosing the right printer can be a daunting task. There are several types of printing technologies to choose from, each suited for different needs. Printers come in all shapes and sizes, from tiny travel companions to work group workhorses; some are geared toward photographers, others are for multitaskers. And the many specifications for resolution and speed can be misleading.

As a loose rule of thumb, inkjet printers like the HP Photosmart 7510 and the Canon Pixma MG3220 are a must for vibrant colors and long-lasting photos, whereas Canon's ImageClass MF301 and similar laser printers are best at producing speedy text documents.

Specifications:

• Maximum Printing Resolution 4800 (horizontal)*1 x 1200 (vertical) dpi
• Print, Scan, Copy
• ISO Standard print speed (A4): up to 8.8ipm (mono) / 5.0ipm (colour)
• Prints a 4 x 6” borderless photo in 60secs