Portable photo printers for your smartphone

Updated on 24-Feb-2021

Digital photography has pretty much made traditional photographs obsolete. However, you can’t deny that there is something special about having a physical copy of a picture. Maybe it has something to do with the fact that it is a tangible moment in time? Or maybe there is nostalgia involved? Regardless, if you are thinking about printing your pictures, you may want to consider these portable printers that are available on Amazon. Keep in mind that these devices are selected on the specifications and features that are offered.

Canon Selphy CP1300

The Canon Selphy CP1300 can be paired with your smartphone with the Canon Print App via Wi-Fi, and you can select the photos you want to get printed using the app itself. You can also insert your camera’s memory card to print pictures from your DSLR as well. The printer sports a 3.2-inch LCD screen, which should make it easy for you to choose and edit the images you want to print. By getting your hands on the appropriate papers, you can print pictures in four different sizes to decorate your home.

Canon Selphy SCP1000 Photo Printer

The Canon Selphy SCP1000 photo printer features a small display and uses a unique dye-sublimation printing technology. The company claims that this allows for high-quality photos with vibrant colours. A unique feature of this printer is the fact that it can also be used to print ID photos in two sizes. Another notable feature of the printer is the dust-protection cover, which should prevent failed prints and mechanical malfunctions. 

Kodak Mini 2 HD Wireless Mobile Instant Photo Printer

The Kodak Mini HD Wireless Mobile Instant Photo Printer is compatible with Android and iOS devices and connects via Bluetooth or NFC. The Kodak Photo Printer app offers a bunch of tools such as filters, crop tool, stickers, card templates, ID photo print, and more. The printer uses Kodak MC Cartridges that combine paper and ink. The company says that the photos printed on the paper dry instantly and can stay bright for up to 10 years.

Fujifilm instax Share SP-3 Printer

The Fujifilm instax Share SP-3 Printer connects with your phone via the instax SHARE app that is available on iOS and Android. The device uses a new laser exposure system which is said to offer a printing time of 13 seconds. The company also notes that the system lowers printing noise. The printer uses instax Square Instant photos, which prints pictures on a 1:1 aspect ratio.

Canon Ivy

Here is a pocket-friendly photo printer from Canon that can be an ideal companion for your smartphone. It weighs less than 160g, making it lighter than some of the smartphones in the market. The Canon Ivy can print 2×3-inch photos instantly, enabling you to convert your memory into a physical entity that you can look upon whenever you want. You just need to connect your smartphone with the Canon Ivy mini photo printer app via Bluetooth, and you can print any of the pictures on your smartphone or social media platforms. Moreover, you can add frames, filters, stickers, text and more to the picture via the app to add more elements to the final print. 

HP Sprocket Select

The HP Sprocket Select is a premium mini photo printer for your smartphone that prints pictures on good-quality sheets. The sheets are so good that they are resistant to smudges, wear and tear and water, as per company claims. It prints 2.3×3.4-inch pictures, which is the preferred size these days. The HP Sprocket app enables you to edit pictures with ease and add any of its exclusive stickers on them before you give the print command. The sleek and lightweight body design makes it an easily portable device.  It has a rechargeable battery, and you do not have to worry about buying cells or batteries for this mini printer. 

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