A Canon copier lease lets you use a Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE DX multifunction copier for a fixed monthly payment, usually over 36 to 60 months, with a service agreement covering toner, parts and repairs. Canon leases are arranged through Canon dealers, often financed by Canon Financial Services or another leasing company. Like other copier leases, they come as fair market value (FMV) leases, with the lowest payment and an upgrade at the end, or $1-out leases where you own the copier. This guide covers popular Canon models to lease, what a Canon lease includes, pros and cons, and how to negotiate a better deal.
Popular Canon copiers to lease
Canon’s current office lineup is the imageRUNNER ADVANCE DX family. The right series depends on your speed, color and paper size needs:
| Canon series | Examples | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Compact color (letter/legal) | imageRUNNER ADVANCE DX C478iF, C568iF | Small offices and departments that don’t need 11×17 |
| Color, 11×17 capable, mid volume | imageRUNNER ADVANCE DX C3826i, C3830i, C3835i | Small to mid-size offices printing in color daily |
| Color, higher volume | imageRUNNER ADVANCE DX C5840i, C5850i, C5860i, C5870i | Busy offices and shared workgroups |
| Black and white | imageRUNNER ADVANCE DX 4900 series | Text-heavy offices like legal and accounting |
Within each series, a higher model number generally means a faster machine with a higher monthly payment. Ask your dealer for current models, since Canon updates its lineup regularly.
What a Canon copier lease includes
- The equipment: the copier plus any accessories, such as extra paper trays, a stapler or a booklet finisher.
- A service agreement: usually billed per page, covering toner, parts, labor and preventive maintenance.
- Delivery, installation and setup: network printing, scan-to-email and user codes.
- Software options: Canon’s uniFLOW print management, secure release printing and cloud connectors, often added for a fee.
Pros and cons of leasing a Canon copier
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| No large upfront cost | A multi-year commitment that’s hard to exit early |
| Predictable monthly payment with service included | Overage charges if you print more than planned |
| Strong scanning, security and cloud features | Optional software and finishers can raise the price |
| Upgrade to newer models at the end of an FMV lease | You pay more overall than buying if you keep a machine many years |
Canon copier lease rates
Canon lease payments fall in the same ranges as other major brands: typically about $50 to $150 a month for compact models and $150 to $500 or more for mid to high-volume color copiers, plus the service agreement’s cost per page. Rates depend on the model, accessories, lease term and your monthly volume. See printer leasing costs for a full breakdown.
How to negotiate a Canon copier lease
- Know your monthly volume for black-and-white and color pages, so you don’t pay for a faster machine than you need.
- Get competing quotes, including comparable Sharp, Xerox, Ricoh and Konica Minolta models. Competition lowers prices.
- Compare the total monthly cost, including the equipment payment, service and expected overages.
- Ask what’s included: toner, staples, drums, network setup and training.
- Check the response time written into the service agreement.
- Read the end-of-lease terms: notice periods, automatic renewals, return shipping and data wiping.
For more detail, read our guide to copier lease agreements and copier service contracts.
Canon vs. other copier brands
Canon copiers are known for reliable color output, strong scanning and print management software. Sharp, Xerox, Ricoh and Konica Minolta offer comparable machines at similar prices. For most offices the service provider matters as much as the brand: who maintains the copier, how fast they respond and what the agreement includes. Compare Canon models in our list of top Canon multifunction copiers.
Frequently asked questions
How long is a typical Canon copier lease?
Most run 36, 48 or 60 months. Longer terms lower the monthly payment but lock you in longer.
Can I lease a Canon printer instead of a copier?
Yes. Canon’s compact multifunction printers can be leased the same way, usually with a lower payment than a full-size copier.
Can I buy my Canon copier at the end of the lease?
With a $1-out lease, you own it for $1. With an FMV lease, you can usually buy it at its fair market value, return it or upgrade.
Who services a leased Canon copier?
The dealer you lease from typically provides service under the agreement. Independent dealers that service all major brands can also maintain Canon machines.
Lease a Canon copier, or compare alternatives
Titan Office Solutions sells, leases and services Canon copiers alongside Sharp, Xerox, Ricoh and HP, so you can compare models side by side. Leases include toner, parts and service, with a guaranteed 4-hour onsite response across North Carolina and Virginia. Explore copier leasing or get a free quote.