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Canon · Color Multifunction

Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE C5051

Top of the original C5000 line at 51 ppm A3 color. Available on the secondary market with end-of-life supplies pricing.

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Print speed
51 ppm color
Paper capacity
sheets
Duplex
Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
Connectivity
USB · Wi-Fi · Ethernet
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Canon Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE C5051
Authorized Canon reseller Free shipping to 50 states 1-year manufacturer warranty Install guidance by phone 30-day return policy
Is this the right printer for you?

Who the Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE C5051 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're shopping refurb and want the fastest unit in the original C5000 line.
  • You print 15,000-25,000 pages a month for a 50-100 person department.
  • You scan duplex on a 50-sheet DADF.
  • You want Canon's imageRUNNER ADVANCE menu and fleet consistency.
  • You can absorb end-of-life toner pricing on color volume.
Works fine

You'll be happy if...

  • It's fine if you tolerate refurb units with notable meter counts.
  • It's fine if you start at 1,200 sheets and grow into the ceiling.
  • It's fine if you skip modern cloud connectors.
  • It's fine if you run uniFLOW or PaperCut for cost recovery.
  • It's fine if you use the 8.4-inch touchscreen.
Look elsewhere

Skip this if...

  • Skip this if end-of-life toner pricing destroys your per-page math — go newer.
  • Skip this if you need TLS 1.3 or current security.
  • Skip this if you need OAuth scan-to-cloud.
  • Skip this if your monthly volume tops 35,000 pages.
  • Skip this if a Brother MFC-L2759DW covers monochrome needs.
Full specifications

Every spec, no guessing

The imageRUNNER ADVANCE C5051 is the top of the original C5000 line at 51 ppm A3 color and black, sized for a busy department print room. The 8.4-inch touchscreen, 1,200-sheet base paper input, 6,350-sheet ceiling, and 50-sheet DADF match the rest of the line, with 1200 x 1200 dpi color output and the imageRUNNER ADVANCE menu. The C5051 was Canon's flagship at the original C5000 launch and still appears on the secondary market for buyers who want the most speed in this generation without stepping up to the C7000 or later C5200 chassis. Compared to a Brother MFC-L2759DW, it's a department-class unit that runs at production speeds for a small print room. The 50-sheet DADF runs 80 ipm duplex, warm-up takes about 35 seconds, and standard memory is 2 GB with a 160 GB HDD supporting hold-and-release jobs from the era. The regret buyers report: 51 ppm color is fast, but the original-gen toner cartridges are end-of-life, so supplies are pricier per page than they used to be — model the math on your actual color volume.
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Print
Print technology Multifunction
Print speed (mono) Up to 51 pages per minute
Print speed (color) Up to 51 pages per minute
Duplex printing Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
First page out < 4.0 seconds (B&W), 6.5 seconds (Color)
Copy & Scan
Capability Color Multifunction
Copy speed Up to 51 ppm simplex copies per minute
Duplex copy / scan Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
Scanner type Single-pass duplex feeder
Scan destinations Google Drive, Office 365
Paper
Paper capacity 0 sheets
Paper size
Automatic document feeder 150 sheets pages
Recommended monthly volume 20000 pages
Max monthly duty cycle 130,000 pages/month
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
Display 8.4 inches
Physical & power
Form factor Workgroup
Usage class Small Office
Manufacturer Canon
Model Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE C5051
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 imageRUNNER ADVANCE C5051

The printer itself

Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE C5051 in original Canon packaging. Workgroup form factor, roughly 38-5/8 x 24-3/8 x 29-7/8 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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Get a quote on the Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE C5051

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.
  • One business day turnaround. Quotes land in your inbox within 24 hours. Often faster.
  • 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 imageRUNNER ADVANCE C5051, 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 imageRUNNER ADVANCE C5051 ships with a starter toner cartridge. The starter black toner yields approximately 44,000 pages, while the color toners (cyan, magenta, yellow) each yield around 38,000 pages at 5% coverage. Replacement toner uses the GPR-30 model, which is also compatible with the C5045, C5250, and C5255. When you lease through us with toner included, you never pay for toner separately.
The Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE C5051 is a color printer with a speed of 51 ppm and a 6,350-sheet paper capacity, ideal for high-volume departmental use. In contrast, the Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE DX 4825i is a monochrome printer with a speed of 25 ppm and a standard 1,200-sheet capacity, designed for smaller workgroups. The C5051 features a 160 GB HDD and 2 GB memory, while the DX 4825i has a 256 GB SSD and a 10.1-inch touchscreen. For small offices with lower volume needs, the DX 4825i may be a more cost-effective choice.
The Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE C5051 is a high-speed color printer designed for busy departments, with a speed of 51 ppm and a monthly volume capacity suitable for larger print rooms. While it offers robust features like a 50-sheet DADF and 1200 x 1200 dpi output, its size and volume capabilities may exceed the needs of a typical small business.
Yes, the Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE C5051 is a color printer capable of producing high-quality color output at 1200 x 1200 dpi. It supports both color and black-and-white printing, making it versatile for various business needs.
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 imageRUNNER ADVANCE C5051 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 imageRUNNER ADVANCE C5051 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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