The Canon imagePROGRAF GP-2000 (5255C003AA) is a 24-inch graphics-focused large format printer designed for creative professionals and print providers. It is ideal for posters, retail graphics and promotional displays. As a result, it delivers exceptional colour impact where visibility and brand accuracy matter most.
Best for
- Ideal users: creative studios, marketing teams and print-for-pay providers
- Typical output: posters, POP graphics, art prints and display materials
- Recommended volume: moderate to high graphics production
- Environment: in-house print rooms and professional studios
Print and image quality
The GP-2000 features an advanced 11-colour LUCIA PRO pigment ink system plus Fluorescent Pink. Notably, it is the world’s first large format printer with aqueous pigment Fluorescent Pink ink. Consequently, it produces brighter, more vibrant output than standard pigment systems.
In addition, Canon’s Radiant Infusion technology layers Fluorescent Pink with other inks on the paper surface. This enhances vibrancy while preserving smooth tonal transitions. Furthermore, dedicated Red, Orange, Green and Violet inks expand the colour gamut significantly.
With a maximum resolution of 2,400 × 1,200 dpi and a minimum 4pl droplet size, the GP-2000 delivers sharp detail and smooth gradients. Therefore, it is well suited to colour-critical retail and exhibition work.
Colour accuracy and certification
The GP-2000 is the world’s first PANTONE™ calibrated large format printer for the PANTONE Pastel & Neon Guide Coated. Moreover, it covers 99% of the PANTONE Formula Guide Solid Coated. As a result, it ensures consistent and industry-standard colour reproduction for brand-sensitive applications.
Media handling and productivity
Designed for production environments, the GP-2000 supports efficient roll handling and high-capacity ink options (160ml, 330ml and 700ml). In addition, hot-swap ink tanks minimise downtime during long print runs.
Smart roll paper management further streamlines workflow. Consequently, teams can maintain output consistency with less manual intervention.
Connectivity, workflow and software integration
- Canon Poster Artist
- Professional Print & Layout, Media Configuration Tool, Direct Print Plus, Driver Select, Publisher Select 3
- Quick Utility Tool Box, Print via mobile devices = Print utility for IPAD, Canon Print Service (Android)
These tools make it easier to manage colour, control costs and maintain production efficiency. As a result, the GP-2000 integrates smoothly into professional graphics workflows.
Running costs and workload fit
For organisations focused on promotional and graphics output, the GP-2000 offers strong productivity and outstanding colour performance. However, if your primary workload involves technical CAD drawings, a technical-focused printer may be more appropriate.
Plot it’s expert take
At Plot it, we recommend the GP-2000 for businesses that prioritise colour vibrancy and retail impact. What sets this model apart is the combination of Fluorescent Pink ink and Radiant Infusion technology. As a result, creative teams can produce eye-catching work that standard pigment systems cannot replicate.
Therefore, for marketing departments and design studios seeking high-visibility output without moving into full production press territory, the GP-2000 is a powerful and distinctive solution.
Why choose the Canon imagePROGRAF GP-2000?
- Positioned for: high-impact poster and retail graphics production
- Ink system: 11-colour pigment plus Fluorescent Pink
- Colour range: expanded gamut with Red, Orange, Green and Violet inks
- Certification: PANTONE™ Pastel & Neon calibrated
- Resolution: 2,400 × 1,200 dpi with 4pl droplets
- Productivity: hot-swap inks and high-capacity tanks
Compatible Fine Art & Photo Printing Media
To achieve the full potential of the Canon imagePROGRAF GP-2000, pairing the printer with professional fine art media is essential. Premium inkjet papers from leading manufacturer Hahnemühle are widely used by photographers and print studios to produce next level museum-quality giclée prints and exhibition photography.
Popular papers including Hahnemühle Photo Rag®, William Turner and German Etching provide archival cotton bases and distinctive surface textures that complement Canon’s LUCIA PRO II pigment ink technology, delivering exceptional colour depth, tonal gradation and long-term print stability.
Combining professional printing hardware with trusted Hahnemühle FinArt and Photo media allows studios, photographers and print shops to produce consistent, certifiable gallery-quality prints for photography, artwork reproduction and premium display graphics. The ecosystem includes readily downloadable ICC profiles, for colour critical, and tonal depth printing.
In summary: The Canon imagePROGRAF GP-2000 is a graphics-led 24-inch large format printer built for colour-critical, high-visibility applications. It combines expanded gamut performance with professional reliability.
