Canon imagePROGRAF PRO-2600
A Professional 24″ Printer Built for Serious Print Work
The Canon imagePROGRAF PRO-2600 sits at the centre of Canon’s professional 24″ large format range. It’s designed for studios, photographers, artists and institutions that need consistent, colour-accurate output without the overheads and footprint of larger production machines. This page gives you a clear overview of what the Pro 2600 is designed to do, where it fits within the wider Canon PRO series, and which types of work it’s best suited for. If you’re ready to check pricing, specifications or place an order, you can go straight to the Canon imagePROGRAF PRO-2600 main product page.
What Is the Canon imagePROGRAF PRO-2600?
The PRO-2600 is a professional 24″ pigment ink printer designed for colour-critical work. It replaces earlier Canon PRO models with faster processing, improved colour stability and a refined mechanical platform that’s built for daily studio use. It’s most commonly used for:- Fine art and giclée printing
- Professional photography and exhibition prints
- Gallery, education and reprographics work
- Short-run, high-value print production
Who the PRO-2600 Is Designed For
The Pro 2600 is a strong fit if you need:- Accurate, repeatable colour across multiple print runs
- Support for premium photographic and fine-art media
- A 24″ format that balances impact with manageable space and costs
- A printer that doesn’t demand constant intervention or maintenance
Who Should Consider a Larger Canon PRO Model
While the Pro 2600 covers the majority of professional use cases, some environments are better served by larger models. You may want to consider stepping up if:- You regularly produce prints wider than 24″
- Large exhibition pieces are a core part of your offering
- You run a production-focused studio with very high throughput
Print Quality & LUCIA PRO II Pigment Inks
The Pro 2600 uses Canon’s 12-colour LUCIA PRO II pigment ink system, designed specifically for fine art and photographic output. In practice, this delivers:- Wide colour gamut with excellent shadow detail
- Neutral, controllable black & white printing
- Smooth gradients without visible banding
- Long-term stability on archival media
Typical Applications
The Pro 2600 is commonly used for:- Gallery and exhibition prints
- Limited edition fine art runs
- Professional photographic output
- Colour-critical proofing and presentation work
24″ Format – Why It Works for Most Studios
For many professional environments, 24 inches is the most practical large-format size. It allows for impactful prints while keeping running costs, space requirements and complexity under control. Benefits include:- Support for A2+, panoramic and custom formats
- Lower ink and media costs than wider machines
- Faster setup and simpler day-to-day operation
- Easy integration into existing studio workflows
Running Costs & Ownership
The true cost of ownership is often what separates professional printers over time. The Pro 2600 is designed to keep running predictable and downtime low. Key points include:- No black-ink switching or purge cycles
- Efficient cleaning routines
- User-replaceable print head
- Ink tank sizes suited to both moderate and heavy use
Buying the Canon imagePROGRAF PRO-2600 from RGB UK
Choosing the right printer is as much about support as it is about specifications. When you buy from RGB UK, you get:- Canon imagePROGRAF specialists with real install experience
- Honest advice on running costs and media selection
- Support before and after installation
- Help planning future growth within the Canon PRO range