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CANON HONGKONG COMPANY LIMITED Domestic Sales Office: 19/F., The Metropolis Tower, 10 Metropolis Drive, Hunghom, Kowloon, Hong Kong. Telephone No. : (852) 3191 2333 Facsimile : (852) 2723 9684 website : www.canon.com.hk shop-canon : www.shop-canon.com.hk
[For Immediate Release]
September 17, 2009
Canon New SELPHY ES40 Compact Photo Printer Creative Gold/Silver Printing Functions for Sharing Infinite Photo Pleasure As a continuation of Canon SELPHY personalized digital photography’s concept, brand new SELPHY ES40 Compact Photo Printer features with even more playful elements, including the unique gold/silver printing cartridge# provided by Canon which allows users to amplify the glam on the most precious moments. With the built-in Creative Print function, SELPHY ES40 enables users to enjoy the all-round experience of creative printing and inspire more creativity. SELPHY ES40 equips with built-in photo editing function which supports manual adjustments without computer, clear and sharp images can be produced easily. With a host of innovative functions together with Canon professional printing technology SELPHY ES40 brings forth the unprecedented printing experience to users, impeccable images can now be shared immediately with family at anytime. Unique Gold And Silver# Prints Sparkling Moments SELPHY ES40 features with Canon’s unique gold and silver printing effects #. And for your most memorable shots, photo with gold/silver frames or clip arts helps you to create a lasting keepsake for loved ones. Users can create a unique and special sparkling photo with fun printing experience easily. Built-in Creative Print Function To Demonstrate Creativity And Fun The built-in Creative Print function of SELPHY ES40 supports a variety of creative photo frames, clip arts and speech bubbles. Users can also make use of the photo calendar templates and a variety of layouts to personalize their calendar and photo albums, adding more fun and personal style to daily life without using a computer. In addition, SELPHY ES40 supports printing borderless or bordered photos, borders in different color are available for selection. Users can enjoy flexible and creative photos printing by just a few simple steps. The bundled SELPHY Photo Print software allows users to extend their creativity by additional photo frames, clip arts and speech bubbles. In addition, users can download frames and clip arts from the software based on personal preferences, and store them #
As of Aug 19, 2009, compared with home-use dye-sub and ink-jet 4R compact photo printers
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in the printer to make printing ready at any time. SELPHY ES40 is suitable for a family to participate and create their unique photo together, photography from now on becomes a great fun. SELPHY ES40 provides 8 special image effects which stimulate special effect of DSLR, like Soft Focus, Star Lights, Soft Edges and Faded Edges, which permits users to add illustrations to any photo easily and creatively. The newly added “Smooth Skin” effect which could make skin look smooth and beautiful. SELPHY ES40 also supports ID Photo print feature with the use of Canon digital compact camera that is suit with the daily-life use. Portrait Image Optimization – Creation Of Perfect Photo SELPHY ES40 features with Portrait Image Optimization function, with the use of Face Detection technology, it can automatically adjust skin tone and background exposure to ensure natural skin tones. In additional, SELPHY ES40 also equips with the accurate and efficient Auto Red-eye Correction function. SELPHY ES40 also features photo editing function that enables users to manually correct brightness, contrast, sharpness and saturation of a photo directly from the printer without using a computer, to achieve perfect print quality. “Insert, Select, Print” 3 Easy Steps For Printing Photos With SELPHY ES40 Compact Photo Printer, only 3 steps – “Insert Memory Cards, Select Photo, Press Print”, are needed for printing flawless photos. The paper tray and AC adapter of SELPHY ES40 are integrated in the printer body which allows user to have a worry-free printing experience without forgetting any accessories. SELPHY ES40 is equipped with a built-in multi-card slot compatible with 20 latest memory card formats, including CF, SD, SDHC, miniSD, microD and MS Duo, thus cater for different needs of users. In the meantime, it supports PictBridge direct photo printing and Bluetooth┼ wireless printing which can print photos directly without connecting to computers. SELPHY ES40 features a large 3.5-inch 230,000-dot LCD which provides users a larger screen to preview images before printing and creates a more user friendly interface. With the 360º easy-scroll wheel, users could now enjoy simpler and easier operation and also means less buttons on the panel to keep the sleek design. SELPHY ES40 supports Voice Guidance function, it reminds users with voice notice ┼
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during printing operation; and reminds users to correct mistakes when encountering errors. Instead of visiting photo-processing shops in person, users can simply press the “print” button to instantly print the perfect photos and share with family and friends. Easy Photo Pack With Numerous Choices Of Photo Size With the ink and paper integrated cartridges design of Easy Photo Pack, users can now replace the ink and paper more conveniently. No separate installation or removal avoids installation errors that lead to unnecessary wastage. No matter having a replacement or long-term placement in the printer, Easy Photo Pack can also prevent dust from entering the paper tray and destroying the photo-printing quality. Instead of Color and Gold/Silver cartridge, SELPHY ES40 provides a Dedicated “Black and White” cartridge, which allows users to experience high quality monochrome prints for a classic look. In Addition, Easy Photo Pack supports 4 print sizes, specifically, 4R, 3R, 2R and 2R full-sized label, allowing users to select the most suitable size. Picture Perfect For 100 Years^ Prefect Moment Lasts Forever With the advanced dye-sublimation thermal printing technology, SELPHY ES40 produces pictures with the richest and brightest colors on the paper. Each photo is coated with a glossy finishing that protects pictures from fingerprints, dust particles, water drop, and other external pollutants. As a result, printed images stay true and the perfect moment can be kept. The brand-new Canon SELPHY ES40 compact photo printer will be available for sale on Sep 18, 2009 in Hong Kong. Suggested retail price is HK$1,980. SELPHY ES40’s accessories and suggested retail prices are as below: Accessory BU-30 Bluetooth module
SRP HK$380
Consumables E-P20G 4R photo paper 20 sheets with Gold ink package E-P20S 4R photo paper 20 sheets with Silver ink package E-P100 4R photo paper 100 sheets with ink package E-P50 4R photo paper 50 sheets with ink package E-P25BW black & white photo paper 25 sheets with ink package E-L100 3R photo paper 100 sheets with ink package E-L50 3R photo paper 50 sheets with ink package E-C25 2R credit card size photo paper 25 sheets with ink package E-C25L credit card size full label 25 sheets with ink package
SRP HK$180 HK$180 HK$200 HK$100 HK$70 HK$200 HK$100 HK$60 HK$130
CPP HK$9.0 HK$9.0 HK$2.0 HK$2.0 HK$2.8 HK$2.0 HK$2.0 HK$2.4 HK$5.2
^ Result of accelerating test, where photo was stored under 23oC and relative humidity 50% in a photo album 3
About Canon Hongkong Company Limited Canon Inc. (TSE:7751 / NYSE:CAJ) was founded in 1937 in Japan. Its predecessor, Precision Optical Instruments Laboratory, produced Japan's first 35 mm focal-planeshutter camera in 1934, called the Kwanon. Canon Inc. eventually expanded into the photocopying and printing industries, launching Japan’s first plain-paper copier in 1970 and the world's first inkjet printer in 1985. With over 70 years of experience in imaging products manufacturing, Canon’s global revenue currently stands at US$44.9billion (as of 31 December 2008). The extensive resources it devotes to research and development has made Canon one of the U.S. imaging industry’s top technology patent-holders, and the only manufacturer across the globe to offer both input and output device solutions to the world’s various imaging needs. Established in 1971, Canon Hongkong Company Limited (CHK) is responsible for the sales, marketing and service of all Canon product lines in Hong Kong, including its digital cameras, digital video camcorders, printers, copiers, scanners, projectors and other imaging merchandise. CHK adheres to Canon’s corporate philosophy, kyosei, which in essence motivates staff to proactively strive for harmonious coexistence with other citizens through participation in various social and charitable activities. Furthermore, CHK is proud to adopt internationally recognized management systems, having become certified in conformance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001 between 2003 and 2005. CHK was also COPC-2000® CSP Standard certified in 2006. Canon Enquiries Hotline: 3191-2333 Website: www.canon.com.hk ##### This press release is distributed by Canon Hongkong Company Limited - Domestic Sales Office. This press release can be downloaded at http://www.canon.com.hk/en/about/press.aspx
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SELPHY ES40 Specification Dye-sublimation thermal print method (with overcoating) 300 x 600 dpi (300 x 300 dpi; connecting to PC, via Bluetooth, select two images or above per sheet, or creative print) Gradation 128 levels (per color) (300 x 600 dpi) 256 levels (per color) (300 x 300 dpi) Ink Easy Photo Pack (Dedicated ink and paper integrated cartridge) - Color (Y, M, C and overcoating) - Monochrome (Monochrome and overcoating, available in postcard size only) - Gold / Silver (Y, M, C, Gold//Silver and overcoating, available in postcard size only) Paper Dedicated paper Postcard (4R) E-P100 / E-P50 Gold/Silver Postcard (4R) E-P20G / E-P20S Monochrome Postcard (4R) E-P25BW Large size (3R) E-L100 / E-L50 Card size (2R) E-C25 Card size (with full page label sheets) (2R) E-C25L Feeding System Automatic (Automatically feed from the Easy Photo Pack) Paper Eject System Automatic paper ejection on the paper cassette Printing Modes/Sizes Postcard size, borderless: 100.0 x 147.6 mm Postcard size, bordered: 91.0 x 121.2 mm Large size, borderless: 89.0 x 119.0 mm Large size, bordered: 78.2 x 104.9 mm Card size, borderless (with full page label sheets): 54.0 x 86.0 mm Card size, bordered (with full page label sheets): 49.5 x 66.0 mm Printing Features Stand print (Single image print, Multiple image print at one time, multiple copies of a single Image Print) All Image Print (Number of copies selectable) DPOF Image Print Bordered/ Borderless (1-up/ 2-up/ 4-up/ 8-up layout) Date Print File No. Print Trimming print Index print*1 Fixed size print*1 Creative Print (Frames, Clip Arts, Calendar, Multi-layout, Speech Bubble, ID Photo Print*2 and Image Effect*3) *1 Border color for selection *2 Compatible to the photo captured by Canon digital compact cameras with high resolution *3 Include Fade Edges, Soft Edges, Soft Focus, Star Lights, Modern Bright, Pinhole Camera, Nostalgic, Smooth Skin
Printing Method General Resolution Specification
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Printing Speed Δ1 (Standard Resolution/Normal Temperature) Δ1
Measured from the start of the yellow printing pass to final output
Card Direct or PictBridge Postcard (4R) Approx. 55 sec Large size (3R) Approx. 47 sec Card size (2R) Approx. 33 sec (Including label sheets) - Printing speed varies depending on digital camera’s recording pixels and types of memory cards or its capacity. - Print time with Bluetooth communication is not listed above, because it varies greatly depending on a device and image size
Image Processing*
Image Quality Adjustment Interface
Memory card slots Support Memory Cards
Without adapter
Via adapter LCD Monitor External Format External Connection (cable) Wireless Product Specification
Operating Environment Power Source Power Consumption Dimensions Weight
My Colors: Vivid, Neutral, Sepia, Black & White, Positive Film, Light Skin Tone, Dark Skin Tone, Vivid Blue, Vivid Green, Vivid Red Manual correction: brightness, contrast, sharpness, saturation Red-eye Correction * Only applicable when using memory card direct printing and Bluetooth printing, not applicable to index printing Portrait Image Optimize Function - Support Canon direct printing and card printing Built-in (Images can be viewed on the LCD monitor of printer) CompactFlash, Microdrive, SD, miniSD, SDHC, miniSDHC, microSD, microSDHC, MMC, MMCplus, HC MMCplus, MMCmobile, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick PRO Duo MMCmicro, xD-Picture Card, Memory Stick Micro, RSMMC 3.5-inch color LCD (approx. 230,000 dots) USB Canon Direct Print compliant camera/ PictBridge compliant device: Type A connector, Connecting with computer: Type B connector Bluetooth - Bluetooth Unit BU-30 (sold separately) required 5 - 40ºC, 20 – 80% RH AC 100V - 240V (50/60 Hz) 100VA 70W or less (4W when in idle) 226.3 x 225.0 x 138.0mm Approx. 2,090g (Printer)
All data is based on Canon's standard testing methods. Subject to change without notice
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