Experience unparalleled image quality with Canon's imagePROGRAF PRO Series, featuring advanced 12-color LUCIA PRO pigment ink technology for photographers, artists, and print professionals.
From compact 24" studio printers to production-level 60" systems, the PRO Series delivers museum-quality output with 95% Adobe RGB coverage, exceptional black density, and prints that last 200+ years. Perfect for galleries, photo studios, fine art reproduction houses, and professional print shops demanding absolute color accuracy.
Why professionals choose Canon PRO Series:
- 12-color LUCIA PRO inks - Widest color gamut with smooth gradations
- Gallery-quality output - 2400x1200 dpi with anti-bronzing technology
- Professional workflow - Built-in calibration and color management
- Texas expertise from TAVCO - On-site delivery, installation, training, and service
Canon PRO Series Model Comparison Guide
| Model | Width | Ink System | Color Gamut | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PRO-2600 | 24" | 12-color LUCIA PRO | 95% Adobe RGB | Photo studios, artists |
| PRO-4600 | 44" | 12-color LUCIA PRO | 95% Adobe RGB | Commercial photo labs |
| PRO-6600 | 60" | 12-color LUCIA PRO | 95% Adobe RGB | Museum reproductions |
| GP-300 | 36" | 5-color + Pink | 99% PANTONE® | Brand color matching |
| GP-4600S | 44" | 7-color Aqueous | Extended gamut | Signage, posters |
| GP-6600S | 60" | 8-color Aqueous | Extended gamut | Large-format graphics |
All PRO models include built-in color calibration. GP models feature fluorescent pink for expanded gamut.
Canon PRO Series Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Canon PRO Series better for photography than standard plotters?
Canon PRO Series uses 12-color LUCIA PRO pigment inks versus 5-color systems in standard plotters. This provides: 95% Adobe RGB coverage (vs 75%), smoother gradations without banding, three black inks (Photo, Matte, Gray) for superior tonality, Chroma Optimizer for uniform gloss and anti-bronzing, and 200+ year print permanence. The PRO Series also includes built-in spectrophotometers for precise color calibration and supports fine art media up to 0.8mm thick.
How does the 12-color LUCIA PRO ink system work?
LUCIA PRO employs: Photo Black for glossy papers, Matte Black for fine art media, Gray for improved black-and-white tonality, standard CMYK for base colors, Photo Cyan and Photo Magenta for smooth skin tones, Red and Blue for expanded gamut, and Chroma Optimizer for consistent gloss levels. This combination eliminates metamerism (color shift under different lighting), reduces bronzing on glossy papers, and produces smoother gradients than 4 or 6-color systems. Prints rival traditional photographic processes.
What's the cost per print for Canon PRO Series photo printing?
Typical costs for PRO Series printing: 16x20" fine art print costs $3.50-4.50 (ink) plus $2-4 (paper), 24x36" gallery print runs $8-10 (ink) plus $5-8 (paper), and 44x60" museum piece costs $35-45 (ink) plus $20-30 (paper). Professional photographers typically charge $50-75 per square foot for limited editions, providing a 300-500% markup. Annual ink costs for busy studios average $800-1,200 monthly. Volume discounts are available for purchases of 10 or more cartridges.
Which PRO model is best for a professional photo studio?
For most photo studios, the PRO-4600 (44") offers ideal versatility: handles standard print sizes efficiently (8x10 through 40x60), accommodates panoramic prints up to 44" wide, provides production-level speed for client orders, and includes dual-roll capability for different media. The PRO-2600 (24") suits portrait studios with lower volume needs. PRO-6600 (60") justifies its cost only for high-volume labs printing 50+ large prints daily. Consider the monthly print volume and the largest typical size when choosing.
What's the difference between Canon PRO and GP series printers?
PRO Series focuses on photographic excellence with 12-color LUCIA PRO inks for maximum color accuracy and tonal range—ideal for fine art and photography. GP Series targets commercial graphics with faster print speeds (45 seconds vs 3+ minutes), fluorescent pink ink for expanded gamut in logos/branding, PANTONE® certification (GP-300) for color matching, and lower cost per square foot for signage. Choose PRO for gallery-quality photos; GP for commercial graphics and signage.
How do I maintain color consistency across multiple Canon PRO printers?
Achieve consistent color with: built-in spectrophotometer calibration (run weekly), Device Link Profiles for printer-to-printer matching, Canon's Media Configuration Tool for custom papers, consistent environmental conditions (68-75°F, 40-60% humidity), and regular nozzle checks and head alignments. Canon's Color Calibration Management Console allows centralized control of multiple printers. We provide ICC profiling services and training to ensure your PRO Series printers maintain perfect color consistency for production environments.
Texas Fine Art Printing Excellence: Experience the Canon PRO Series difference from TAVCO. Call 866-254-8590 for special photographer pricing, gallery volume discounts, or to schedule a color workflow consultation in Dallas, Austin, or San Antonio. We offer the complete PRO Series lineup plus museum-quality papers from Canon, HP, and Kodak.
