There is no memory card slot or port to connect directly to anything other than a PC. It is compatible with Mac and Windows, supporting Vista. The input and output trays fold in nicely to keep a sleek and clean look. It is portable and does not take up much desk space.

It is more designed for photographers and students with light printing needs. This unit is not meant for heavy duty printing or business use. The Pixma iP2600 inkjet printer works slower than other units under $100-the Lexmark Z845 and HP Deskjet D5260 to name a couple. However, expert testing has concluded that it's closer to 6 pages per minute black and 1 per minute in color. Canon states this unit can print up to 22 pages per minute in black and 17 pages per minute in color. It is known for its quality rather than output speed. The Canon iP2600 is a basic inkjet photo printer, much like its predecessor, the iP1800.