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Epson EcoTank ET-4850 vs Canon Pixma G3270 MegaTank Printer

The Epson EcoTank ET-4850 is the stronger office machine: it adds a 40-page automatic document feeder, auto duplex, fax, Ethernet, and a 250-sheet tray, and it prints faster. The Canon Pixma G3270 is the simpler home printer: it prints, scans, and copies well with a big ink tank, but it has no duplex, no ADF, and a 100-sheet tray. Owners of both like the low ink costs; Canon buyers more often report setup and Wi-Fi trouble.

  • Choose the Epson EcoTank ET-4850 if you need an ADF, auto duplex, fax, or wired Ethernet for a small office or a busy home.
  • Choose the Canon Pixma G3270 if you mostly print, scan, and copy at home and want a compact tank printer with good photo output.

Prices

  • Epson EcoTank ET-4850: $103.00 at dhritionline.com (last seen Oct 31)
  • Canon Pixma G3270 MegaTank Printer: $159.99 at BJ's Wholesale Club (checked today)
  • Difference: the Epson EcoTank ET-4850 is $56.99 cheaper than the Canon Pixma G3270 MegaTank Printer at the latest prices (Oct 31 and Nov 10)
Epson
Epson EcoTank ET-4850 All-in-One Printer

Epson EcoTank ET-4850

Epson EcoTank ET-4850 All-in-One Printer

$103.00at dhritionline.comChecked Oct 31
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Pros
  • ADF, auto duplex, and fax cover office paperwork
  • Ethernet plus Wi-Fi for a stable network connection
  • 250-sheet tray means fewer refills
  • Faster mono and color printing than the Canon
Cons
  • Bigger and heavier than the Canon
  • No photo-specific paper handling listed
  • Fax and ADF add complexity home users may not need
Canon
Canon Pixma G3270 Wireless MegaTank All-In-One Printer

Canon Pixma G3270 MegaTank Printer

Canon Pixma G3270 Wireless MegaTank All-In-One Printer

4.2(1,100 ratings)
$159.99at BJ's Wholesale ClubChecked 5 h ago
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Pros
  • Large refillable ink tanks keep running costs low
  • Good photo quality and clean color
  • Simple print, scan, copy set for home use
  • Compact and light for a tank printer
Cons
  • No auto duplex, ADF, or fax
  • 100-sheet tray fills quickly
  • Owners report setup and Wi-Fi connection problems
  • Ink can smudge when wet

What separates them

Epson EcoTank ET-4850Canon Pixma G3270 MegaTank Printer
Automatic document feederYes, for multi-page scan, copy, and faxNone
Auto duplex printingYesNo
FaxYesNo
Paper tray capacity250 sheets in, 30 out100 sheets in, 100 out
Print speed15.5 ppm mono, 8.5 ppm colorAbout 11 ppm mono, 6 ppm color
ConnectivityWi-Fi plus EthernetWi-Fi only
Duty cycleAbout 40 pages per weekdayUp to 3,000 pages per month
Footprint and weight375 x 347 x 231 mm, 6.7 kgAbout 16.4 x 21.9 in with trays open, 13.2 lb

Price history

$459.00$103.00
Nov 1Nov 10
  • Epson EcoTank ET-4850: lowest $103.00 on Nov 1 at dhritionline.com; $199.99 on Nov 10.
  • Canon Pixma G3270 MegaTank Printer: lowest $159.99 on Nov 2 at BJ's Wholesale Club; $159.99 on Nov 10.

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Epson EcoTank ET-4850

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    $103.00Checked Oct 31
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Canon Pixma G3270 MegaTank Printer

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    $159.99Checked 5 h ago
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Specs compared

SpecEpson EcoTank ET-4850Canon Pixma G3270 MegaTank Printer
Supported FunctionsPrint, Color Output, Copy, Fax, ScanPrint, Copy, Scan
Paper SizeA44" x 6"
Paper TypePlain paperPlain paper
Auto Duplex PrintingYesNo
Paper Tray Capacity250 sheets100 sheets
Automatic Document FeederYesNo
Input Capacity250 sheets100 sheets
Output Capacity30 sheets100 sheets
Color OutputYesYes
Depth347 mm21.9 in (Trays Open)
Height231 mm7 in (Closed)
Weight6.7 kg13.2 lbs
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SpecEpson EcoTank ET-4850Canon Pixma G3270 MegaTank Printer
Width375 mm16.4 in (Trays Open)
Color Print Speed8.5 ppmApprox. 6.0 ipm (Letter Simplex)
Mono Print Speed15.5 ppmApprox. 11.0 ipm (Letter Simplex)
Max Color Resolution4800 x 1200 DPI4800 x 1200 dpi
Max Mono Resolution4800 x 1200 DPI4800 x 1200 dpi
Duty Cycle40 pages per weekdayUp to 3,000 Pages / Month
Time To First Print49 seconds (black text)—
Connectivity TypeEthernet, Wireless—
System CompatibilitySmart device

What reviewers say

Epson EcoTank ET-4850

Owners of the ET-4850 line generally like the cheap running costs and the full feature set for a small office. The common complaints are slow print speeds and a bulky body.

What people mention
  • Ink costPraisedOwners say refilling the tanks costs far less per page than buying cartridges.
  • Print speedCriticisedColor pages come out slowly, and the first black page takes about 49 seconds.
  • Build and sizeMixedThe machine feels solid but takes up a lot of desk space and weighs 6.7 kg.
  • Duplex and ADFPraisedTwo-sided printing and the document feeder are seen as big time-savers for office work.

Canon Pixma G3270 MegaTank Printer

  • 4.2 / 51,100 ratings

Reviewers praise the low running costs, large ink tank and good everyday print quality and speed. Setup and wireless connectivity divide opinion, with some finding it easy and others frustrated by unclear directions and connection problems.

What people mention
  • Running costsPraisedOwners like the cheap refillable ink and the large tank that cuts how often they buy ink.
  • Print qualityPraisedReviewers find colors clean and photo output good for a home printer.
  • Print speedPraisedMost find it brisk for everyday home printing.
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Questions and answers

Which is better for a small office?
The Epson ET-4850. The ADF, auto duplex, fax, Ethernet, and 250-sheet tray handle multi-page office work that the Canon G3270 cannot.
Which prints photos better?
The Canon G3270 is the photo-friendly pick, with photo quality called out by owners. Both reach 4800 x 1200 dpi, so the gap is in paper handling and ink behavior, not resolution.
Do both have cheap refillable ink?
Yes. Both use refillable tanks instead of cartridges, and owners of each praise the low running costs. The Epson holds more paper and prints faster; the Canon is the simpler home unit.
Which is easier to set up?
The Epson is the safer bet for a network office because Ethernet avoids Wi-Fi setup entirely. Canon owners split on setup, with some reporting unclear instructions and failed wireless connections.
Is the Epson worth stepping up to over the Canon?
If you scan or copy multi-page documents, print double-sided, or need fax and Ethernet, yes. For casual home printing and photos, the Canon covers the basics.

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Buying guides that pick them

  • Best inkjet tank printers
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Mobile PrintingEpson Smart Panel app—
Cloud ReadyYes—
Network TypeWireless—
Photo Quality—Yes
Printing Technology—Inkjet
Output Type—Color
Ink Type—Hybrid ink system
Number Of Cartridges—4
size—A4
color—Black
actual_color—Black
Cartridge Configuration—Integrated Ink Tanks
Wireless—Yes
Use—Home
Type—All-in-One
Connectivity—Wi-Fi, USB
  • SetupMixedSome find setup easy, while others say the directions are unclear.