Canon MAXIFY MB5420 Wireless Small Office All-in-One Inkjet Printer

Small Office Powerhouse With Big Business Results

The Canon MAXIFY MB5420 Wireless Small Office All-in-One Inkjet Printer is engineered to keep pace with demanding teams that need dependable, high-quality output without slowing down. Purpose-built around business-ready pigment inks, single-pass 2-sided scanning, and a generous 500-sheet paper capacity, the MB5420 delivers crisp text, vibrant graphics, and efficient workflows—print, copy, scan, and fax—all from one compact, network-ready device.

Speed That Keeps Your Team Moving

Hit deadlines confidently with ISO print speeds up to 24 ipm in black and 15.5 ipm in color. Automatic 2-sided printing slashes paper consumption while maintaining professional presentation standards. A responsive 3.5-inch color touchscreen brings frequently used tasks to the surface so you can print, scan, or copy in fewer taps. Whether you’re posting client-ready reports or color-rich charts, the MB5420 is designed to maintain pace in peak periods.

Single-Pass Duplex ADF for True Two-Sided Efficiency

The 50-sheet Automatic Document Feeder supports single-pass, two-sided scanning and copying, meaning it scans both sides of a document simultaneously. This significantly reduces bottlenecks when digitizing contracts, forms, and multi-page, double-sided documents. Built-in duplex copying and collating features further streamline office tasks while helping reduce paper waste.

High-Capacity Paper Handling

Two front-loading 250-sheet cassettes (500 sheets total) keep plain paper and letterhead—or different sizes and media types—ready to go. With less time spent reloading trays, your team can focus on output, not upkeep. Support for common office sizes, including Letter, Legal, A4, B5, Executive, and #10 envelopes, makes the MB5420 a versatile fit for mixed-media workflows.

Business-Grade Pigment Inks for Durable, Professional Output

Canon’s 4-color pigment ink system (PGI-2200/PGI-2200XL) produces crisp black text and sharp color graphics that resist smudging, water, and highlighters—ideal for invoices, proposals, and handouts. XL tanks help drive down cost per page and extend uptime, making the MB5420 a cost-conscious choice for small offices that print steadily throughout the week.

Robust Connectivity—Wired, Wireless, and Mobile

Connect the way your team works: Hi-Speed USB 2.0 for a direct PC connection, Ethernet for reliable office networking, and dual-band wireless capability with Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n. Wi-Fi Direct enables peer-to-peer printing without a router. For mobile users, Apple AirPrint, Mopria, and the Canon PRINT app enable quick printing and scanning from iOS and Android devices. Cloud-friendly workflows make it easy to move documents in and out of popular services from virtually anywhere on your network.

Copy, Scan, and Fax—Streamlined

Beyond printing, the MAXIFY MB5420 is a fully capable document hub. Its flatbed scanner and 50-sheet duplex ADF handle up to Legal-size documents with an optical scan resolution up to 1200 x 1200 dpi. Copy features like 2-on-1/4-on-1, ID card copy, and reduction/enlargement (25–400%) help tailor outputs to your needs. Built-in Super G3 fax with up to approximately 250 pages of memory ensures important messages get through even when paper or ink temporarily run low.

Precision and Clarity—Every Page

Achieve print resolutions up to 600 x 1200 dpi for crisp, legible text and clean vector lines—perfect for contracts, spreadsheets, and project documentation. CIS scanning technology captures fine details while maintaining efficient, low-heat operation that’s ideal for desktop use.

Easy Operation and Administration

The intuitive 3.5-inch color touchscreen simplifies access to key functions, presets, and maintenance tools. Quick shortcuts for duplex copying, collating, and mix-and-match resizing reduce repetitive steps. Administrators can leverage Ethernet connectivity for centralized placement on the office network, optimizing device access and placement. With broad OS support for Windows and macOS, plus mobile platforms via Canon PRINT, device integration is smooth in mixed-OS environments.

Optimized for Small Offices and Workgroups

From solo professionals to small teams, the MB5420 is designed for shared use. The 500-sheet capacity and high-yield pigment cartridges reduce interruptions, while duplex features and a single-pass ADF accelerate document finishing. If your office generates a steady flow of proposals, invoices, and color reports, this MAXIFY model brings the right balance of speed, quality, and cost control.

Media Versatility

Print on plain paper, letterhead, envelopes, labels, and Canon specialty photo media. While borderless photo printing is not supported, the MB5420 excels at business documents and graphics where sharp text, clean charts, and durable marks are paramount. Support for a range of weights—from everyday 64–105 g/m² up to Canon specialty stocks around 275 g/m²—broadens your options for presentations and handouts.

Cost Control With XL Tanks

Canon PGI-2200XL high-yield cartridges help lower cost per page and extend the time between replacements. This is especially valuable in environments where uptime and predictable running costs are critical. Individual CMYK tanks mean you replace only what’s empty, minimizing waste.

Set Up and Compatibility

Getting started is straightforward: connect via Ethernet or Wi-Fi, run the guided setup from the touchscreen or the included software, and install the Canon PRINT app for mobile workflows. The printer supports Windows 7/8.1/10/11 and macOS 10.10 or later. For mobile, AirPrint and Mopria offer native compatibility without additional drivers, while the Canon PRINT app adds scanning, cloud access, and printer management features.

Real-World Advantages vs. Home Printers

Compared with entry-level home inkjets, the MB5420 offers faster ISO speeds, a 500-sheet input capacity, single-pass duplex scanning, and business-tuned pigment inks that resist smudges and highlighters. For offices that outgrow consumer models, this MAXIFY unit provides clear gains in durability, output quality, and task automation without requiring the footprint or cost of enterprise devices.

Tips for Best Results

• Use Canon PGI-2200XL cartridges for lower cost-per-page and fewer interruptions.
• Enable duplex printing by default to reduce paper consumption.
• Load different media in each cassette (e.g., letterhead in one, plain paper in the other) to save time.
• Use the Canon PRINT app to scan directly to mobile devices and share to cloud services.
• For the sharpest text, choose a high-quality office paper in the 90–105 g/m² range.
• When scanning double-sided documents, use the single-pass ADF to halve processing time.

Recommended Accessories

• Canon PGI-2200 Standard and PGI-2200XL High-Yield Ink Tanks (Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow)
• Canon office and presentation papers; Canon High Resolution Paper for graphics-heavy reports
• Ethernet cable (for wired networking) or high-quality USB 2.0 cable (direct connection)
• Surge protector/UPS for power conditioning in office environments
• Extra RJ-11 telephone line cable for fax placement flexibility
• Desktop printer stand with storage to manage spare ink and paper

The MAXIFY Lineage

Canon’s MAXIFY series was created to bridge the gap between home printers and large enterprise MFPs, focusing on the needs of small offices and workgroups: fast ISO speeds, durable pigment inks, high-capacity paper handling, and simplified mobile/cloud connectivity. The MB5420 carries this ethos forward with features tuned for real productivity—reliable duplexing, strong connectivity, and business-class print quality in a compact footprint.