Due to differences between the color tones produced by toner and those of printing ink, the color reproduction capabilities of color copying machines sometimes fall short. Following comprehensive research beginning with the color materials used to produce color toner, Canon has succeeded in developing a new toner that offers a 30% wider color reproduction range than conventional toner, making possible a color space that approaches that of offset printing. The new toner also realizes improved heat-fusion properties for faster fixing, enabling an approximately 1.5-fold increase in processing speed.

With the introduction of this toner, Canon high-speed full-color copiers now offer a level of image quality that enable the machines to fulfill the role of offset proof press, meeting the needs of such high-end users as professional designers and printing industry professionals.