Canon imagePROGRAF GP-200 24″ 6-Color Large-Format Printer
Original price was: $4,092.00.$3,699.00Current price is: $3,699.00.
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- Canon GP-200 Fluorescent Pink Ink: Aqueous pigment fluorescent pink for standout posters, neons, and retail graphics.
- Compact Office-Ready Design: Fits in classrooms, retail counters, and small offices without a dedicated production space.
- Direct USB Printing: Print PDF and JPEG files straight from a USB drive without a computer connection.
- 24″ Print Width: Handles roll and cut-sheet media from 8″ to 24″ wide with borderless printing.
The Canon GP-200 is a compact 24″ large-format printer built for in-house poster and signage production in offices, retail stores, restaurants, schools, and small studios. It’s part of the world’s first large-format printer line with aqueous pigment Fluorescent Pink ink, giving it a wider color gamut than most printers its size. Buffalo Imaging serves professional print shops and studios with the equipment and supplies they need to keep production moving.
Fluorescent Pink Ink in a Compact Footprint
Canon’s Radiant Infusion technology layers Fluorescent Pink ink with the printer’s other pigment colors on the paper surface, creating bright, soft color reproduction that standard printers can’t reach. The GP-200 packs this into a compact design that fits into small offices and classrooms without needing dedicated production floor space.
PANTONE Calibrated Accuracy
The GP Series is the world’s first PANTONE Calibrated line for the PANTONE Pastels & Neons Guide Coated, covering fluorescent and pastel colors most printers can’t reproduce. This matters for brand-accurate signage and in-house marketing materials where color consistency is important.
Direct Printing and Security
PDF and JPEG files can be printed directly from a USB thumb drive without a computer connection, using the printer’s 3″ color touchscreen to preview and print. The GP-200 also includes Secure Print with PIN-protected job release, along with panel lock and remote UI access controls, useful in shared office or school environments.
Connectivity and Compatibility
The printer connects via USB 2.0, Ethernet, or Wi-Fi, with a built-in USB port for direct printing from external media. It’s compatible with both Mac and Windows workflows and comes bundled with Canon’s PosterArtist Lite poster creation software.
What’s in the Box
- imagePROGRAF GP-200 printer with stand
- Catch basket
- Print Head (PF-07)
- 2″/3″ core media spool with adapters
- 6 starter ink tanks, 90ml each (Fluorescent Pink, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black, Matte Black)
- Maintenance cartridge (pre-installed)
- Power cable, tools, and screws
- User manual, quick setup guide, and media guide
- Software discs (Windows drivers, PosterArtist Lite)
- Warranty statements and product registration materials
Full Specifications
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Print Technology | Thermal inkjet, 5-color pigment plus Fluorescent Pink (6 total) |
| Ink Colors | Matte Black, Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Fluorescent Pink |
| Max Print Width | 24″ |
| Max Resolution | 2400 x 1200 dpi |
| Print Head | PF-07, 15,360 nozzles total (2,560 per ink) |
| Media Handling | Roll and cut sheet, 8″ to 24″ wide, up to 5.9″ roll diameter |
| Connectivity | USB 2.0, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, USB thumb drive printing |
| OS Compatibility | Windows and Mac |
| Power Consumption | 71W max, 2.0W standby, ~0.3W power off |
| Operating Environment | 59-86°F, 10-80% relative humidity, non-condensing |
| Noise Level | 49 dB(A) operation, 35 dB(A) standby |
| Printer Dimensions (basket open) | 39″ W x 35″ D x 42″ H |
| Weight | 110 lbs (roll holder included, no ink, no print head) |
| SKU | 5249C002AA |
| Alternate SKU (also sold as) | 5249C002AB |
| UPC | 013803341867 |
| User-Replaceable Items | Print Head (PF-07), Maintenance Cartridge (MC-31), Ink Tanks (PFI-120/PFI-320), Cutter Blade (CT-08) |
| Bundled Software | PosterArtist Lite, Quick Utility Toolbox, Accounting Manager, Device Management Console, Media Configuration Tool |
What is the Canon imagePROGRAF GP-200 used for?
The GP-200 is a compact 24″ large-format printer built for in-house poster and signage production. It’s commonly used by offices, retail stores, restaurants, schools, and small studios that want vibrant color without dedicating a full production space to it.
What is the best Canon printer for a small office or retail poster setup?
The GP-200 is Canon’s compact, entry-level graphics printer, purpose-built to fit in a small office, classroom, or retail counter footprint. If you need occasional poster and signage output without full production-scale demands, it’s designed specifically for that rather than the larger production-focused GP-2000 or PRO Series.
What makes the Fluorescent Pink ink different from a standard printer?
The GP-200 is part of the world’s first large-format printer line with aqueous pigment Fluorescent Pink ink. Canon’s Radiant Infusion technology layers the fluorescent pink with other pigment colors during printing, producing bright, soft color reproduction and a wider color gamut than most printers its size.
What’s the difference between the Canon GP-200 and the GP-2000?
The GP-200 and GP-2000 are both 24″ GP Series printers but built for different scales. The GP-200 is a compact 5-color plus Fluorescent Pink thermal inkjet printer for offices and light-duty use, while the GP-2000 is a 10-color plus Fluorescent Pink production printer with the FINE piezoelectric print head used across Canon’s professional lineup. They use completely different ink cartridges and print heads, with no consumables in common.
What media types and paper sizes does the GP-200 support?
The printer handles roll and cut-sheet media from 8″ to 24″ wide, with a maximum roll diameter of 5.9″. It supports borderless printing on standard widths and common paper sizes.
Does the GP-200 work with the RU-23 roll unit accessory?
No. The RU-23 is designed for the FINE piezoelectric printer platform used by the GP-2000 and PRO-2600/2100. The GP-200 uses a different thermal inkjet architecture and does not share roll unit accessories, ink cartridges, or print heads with those printers.
Is the Canon GP-200 the best compact printer for classroom or small business use?
It’s purpose-built for that use case: a compact footprint, direct USB printing without a computer, and PIN-protected Secure Print for shared environments like schools and offices. Whether it’s the best fit depends on your color and volume needs, but among Canon’s large-format lineup, it’s specifically the compact, easy-to-fit option.
Can the GP-200 print without a computer connected?
Yes. The printer supports direct printing of PDF and JPEG files from a USB thumb drive. You preview the image on the 3″ touchscreen and print directly, without needing a computer connection.
What connectivity options does the GP-200 have?
USB 2.0, Ethernet, and Wi-Fi are all built in, along with USB thumb drive printing for direct file printing. It works with both Mac and Windows and comes bundled with Canon’s PosterArtist Lite poster creation software.
What is the best way to secure print jobs on a shared office printer?
The GP-200 includes Secure Print with PIN-accessed job release, along with panel lock and remote UI access controls. This is especially useful in shared environments like schools and offices where multiple people have access to the printer but you want to control who can release printed jobs.
| Print Width | 24" |
|---|---|
| Weight | 110 lbs |
| Dimensions | 39 × 35 × 42 in |
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