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Canon · Color Multifunction

Canon imagePRESS Lite C165

65 ppm color / 70 ppm BW production color MFP — 2400 dpi R-VCSEL, 10.1" touchscreen, 300-sheet single-pass duplex ADF, 3,300-sheet base capacity, automatic duplex to 80 lb. Cover, scan to email/SMB/cloud.

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Print speed
65 ppm color
Paper capacity
sheets
Duplex
Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
Connectivity
Bluetooth · USB · Wi-Fi · Ethernet
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Canon Canon imagePRESS Lite C165
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Is this the right printer for you?

Who the Canon imagePRESS Lite C165 is actually for

Most printer pages just tell you what a printer does. Here's the honest version: when this machine is the right choice, when it's fine, and when you should look at something else. We sell a lot of these for a reason, but the reason is not "every office."

Best fit

Pick this if...

  • You run an in-house print room or a small workgroup of 25-100 people that needs entry-level production color in a desktop-class footprint (27.1 x 37.1 inches).
  • You print 5,000-25,000 pages a month with occasional 13x19 short-run jobs and need 2400 dpi R-VCSEL output, not just office-MFP quality.
  • You scan stacks of mixed-size originals daily and need single-pass duplex at up to 220 ipm color / 240 ipm BW from the 300-sheet ADF.
  • You want full MFP capability (print, copy, scan, fax option) with scan-to-email/SMB/SharePoint/cloud built in — not bolted on as a production-print accessory.
  • You need 3,300 sheets of letter capacity standard plus stack bypass for stocks up to 130 lb. Cover (350 gsm).
Works fine

You'll be happy if...

  • You print 25,000-50,000 pages a month — the C165 handles it but the C170 (faster engine, same chassis) is the better fit at that volume.
  • You need 11x17 occasionally — works fine, but the 32 ipm color rate on tabloid is half the letter speed.
  • You want a Fiery DFE — the optional imagePRESS Server L30 V2 (FS400 Pro) or M10 V2 (FS400) bolt on, but the standard imagePRESS Printer Kit-G1E covers most office workflows.
  • You're replacing an imageRUNNER ADVANCE C5500 / C7500 — operators adapt fast; the 10.1" touchscreen interface is similar.
Look elsewhere

Skip this if...

  • You print over 50,000 pages a month — the C165 is the slower of the Lite siblings; the C170 or a C710-class production press is the right call.
  • You need 11x17 from every tray — Tray 1 and Tray 2 are letter only; 11x17 comes from Tray 3, Tray 4, or the stack bypass.
  • You need maximum 1,200 sheets of 11x17 — standard 11x17 capacity is 1,100 sheets, and you'll hit it on real production runs.
  • You need automatic duplex on 130 lb. Cover — auto-duplex is capped at 80 lb. Cover (220 gsm); heavier stocks are simplex only.
  • You don't have a Canon dealer relationship — toner and click billing run through dealer channels, not retail.
Full specifications

Every spec, no guessing

The Canon imagePRESS Lite C165 is the entry-level production color MFP in the Lite C165/C170 family — built for in-house print rooms, design departments, and small commercial shops that need genuine 2400 dpi R-VCSEL output and 13x19 capability without committing to a full production press. It runs at 65 ppm color / 70 ppm BW Letter (32 ipm color / 35 ipm BW on 11x17), with a 10.1-inch touchscreen, 4 GB of RAM, 250 GB standard HDD (1 TB max with mirroring), and 3,300 sheets of standard Letter paper capacity across two engine cassettes plus two larger trays. The 300-sheet single-pass duplex ADF scans at 220 ipm color / 240 ipm BW duplex, with full scan-to-email / SMB / FTP / WebDAV / USB / Advanced Box / cloud (via uniFLOW) destinations — this is a real MFP, not a print-engine-with-scanner. Standard PDL is the imagePRESS Printer Kit-G1E (PS, PCL, UFR); optional imagePRESS Server L30 V2 (Fiery FS400 Pro) or M10 V2 (FS400) for shops that need Fiery workflow. The thing buyers regret: under-spec'ing the paper deck. The base 3,300-sheet capacity sounds like plenty until you start running real production volume; if you're above 15,000 pages/month, budget for the optional Letter Paper Deck Unit-E1 or POD Deck (3,500 sheets each) on day one.
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Print
Print technology Multifunction
Print speed (mono) Up to 65 pages per minute
Print speed (color) Up to 65 pages per minute
Duplex printing Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
Print resolution Up to 2,400 × 2,400 dpi
Copy & Scan
Capability Color Multifunction
Copy speed Up to 65 ppm copies per minute
Duplex copy / scan Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
Scanner type Single-pass duplex
Scan resolution (optical) Up to 2,400 × 2,400 dpi
Scan destinations
Paper
Paper capacity 0 sheets
Paper size
Recommended monthly volume 100000 pages
Max monthly duty cycle
Connectivity
Wired Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000)
USB USB for charging, data transfer, and OTG support
Wireless Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n/ac/ax
Bluetooth Bluetooth for wireless peripherals and audio devices
Display 10.1 inches
Physical & power
Form factor Workgroup
Usage class Small Office
Manufacturer Canon
Model Canon imagePRESS Lite C165
How you can buy this printer

Buy it, lease it, or just reorder supplies

Three ways to get this printer, each priced to match how you actually use it. Most small offices lease because toner and maintenance are bundled. If you know what you need, buy outright. If you already own one, just reorder supplies.

Buy outright
One-time payment · yours to keep
Custom quote
Free delivery · 1-yr warranty
  • Machine is yours the day it arrives
  • 4,500-page starter toner included
  • 1-year Canon manufacturer warranty
  • Install help by phone or remote session
  • Order your own toner when the starter runs out
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Most small offices
Lease & bundle
36- or 60-month term · toner included
Custom lease quote
Flexible terms · tailored to your volume
  • Printer + unlimited toner bundled
  • Maintenance and parts included
  • Upgrade to a bigger machine anytime
  • Typical lease payment is tax-deductible
  • One predictable monthly bill instead of surprise toner orders
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Supplies only
Already own one? Just reorder.
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Genuine Brother TN830 / TN830XL
  • Genuine Brother TN830 toner (standard yield, ~1,200 pages)
  • Genuine Brother TN830XL toner (high yield, ~4,500 pages)
  • Genuine Brother DR810 drum unit when it's time
  • Free shipping on qualifying orders
  • Auto-reorder option so you never run out mid-job
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Final lease rate depends on term length, credit profile, and bundled supplies. Outright purchase and supplies pricing varies with bundled warranty, install packages, and order volume. Request a quote for exact pricing.

Included with every order

What ships with the Canon imagePRESS Lite C165

The printer itself

Canon imagePRESS Lite C165 in original Canon packaging. Workgroup form factor, roughly 27.1 x 37.1 x 48 inches

Starter toner

Includes a high-capacity starter supply, giving you about 3 to 6 months of use before you have to think about your next order.

Setup documentation

Canon quick-start card, power cord, USB cable (use Wi-Fi or Ethernet for multi-user), and a link to driver downloads.

Setup call (if you want it)

Book a 20-minute setup call with our team. We'll walk through network config, driver install, and first print. No extra cost, no sales pitch.

Supplies & consumables

Toner, yields, and what to actually reorder

The #1 question we get on this printer is "which toner do I buy?" Short answer: you have two cartridge options and a drum. Standard yield TN830 covers roughly 1,200 pages. High yield TN830XL covers roughly 4,500 pages and is the better value for most offices. Pick XL unless you print very little.

The drum unit (DR810) is separate and usually lasts 15,000 to 30,000 pages before it needs replacing. At a typical small office volume, expect to change it once every 2 to 4 years.

If you lease this printer through us, toner and drum are included. You never pay for supplies separately. That's usually the better deal once you add up real costs over 3 years.

TN830

Standard-yield toner

About 1,200 pages · fits all L2700 / L2750 / L2759 series

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TN830XL

High-yield toner BEST VALUE

About 4,500 pages · recommended for most offices

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DR810

Drum unit

15,000–30,000 pages · replace every 2–4 years · separate from toner

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Tell us how you want to pay (outright, lease, or supplies only) and what volume you run. You'll get a line-item quote back within one business day, from a specialist who actually works on these machines, not a general sales rep.

  • Real pricing, no runaround. Upfront monthly lease rate or outright price, plus shipping and any install add-ons itemized.
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  • No credit pull until you say yes. We don't ping your credit to give you a quote. Only if you sign.
  • Volume & bundled supplies. Tell us your monthly print volume and we'll price toner bundling so you don't get surprised.
FAQ

Canon imagePRESS Lite C165, common questions

The questions we get asked most often on this model. If yours isn't here, call (704) 741-0821 and get an answer in about 30 seconds.

Yes, the Canon imagePRESS Lite C165 ships with a starter toner cartridge. The black toner has an estimated yield of 54,000 pages, while the cyan, magenta, and yellow toners each yield approximately 37,500 pages at 8.5% coverage. Replacement toners are the genuine Canon T07 series (T07 BK, T07 C, T07 M, T07 Y). When you lease through us with toner included, you never pay for toner separately.
The Canon imagePRESS Lite C165 is a production color MFP with 65 ppm color / 70 ppm BW speed, 2400 dpi output, and 13x19 capability, ideal for print rooms and small commercial shops. The Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE DX 4825i is a monochrome A3 MFP with 25 ppm speed, designed for workgroups of 10–30 people. Key differences include color vs. monochrome output, higher speed and resolution in the C165, and the DX 4825i's focus on office workflows with optional single-pass DADF. For small offices needing color and high volume, the C165 is the better choice.
Yes, the Canon imagePRESS Lite C165 is well-suited for small businesses with high-volume color printing needs, offering 65 ppm color / 70 ppm BW speed, 2400 dpi resolution, and a 3,300-sheet standard capacity. It handles up to 15,000 pages/month comfortably, making it ideal for in-house print rooms or design departments.
Yes, the Canon imagePRESS Lite C165 is a full-color production printer with 2400 dpi resolution and 65 ppm color output. It supports vibrant color printing for professional-quality documents, marketing materials, and graphics.
Request a quote through the form on this page or call us at (704) 741-0821. A printer specialist responds within one business day with a detailed, itemized quote based on your location, monthly volume, whether you want to buy outright or lease, and any bundled supplies or service. Quotes are free and no obligation. We do not pull credit to issue a quote.
Canon includes a 1-year limited manufacturer warranty on the Canon imagePRESS Lite C165 when purchased new from an authorized reseller. Titan Office Solutions is an authorized Canon reseller. Extended warranty and full-service maintenance plans are available through our managed print services bundle, which covers parts, labor, and on-site service for the life of the agreement.
Yes. Free delivery is included on every Canon imagePRESS Lite C165 order shipped within the continental United States. Most orders ship within 1 to 2 business days and arrive within 2 to 5 business days. Install guidance is available by phone or remote session at no extra cost.

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