If your office relies on the Canon imageFORMULA DR-C240 for fast, compact document scanning, you may be disappointed to hear that Canon has officially discontinued this model. The good news is that, unlike some discontinued products, the DR-C240 has a direct replacement: the Canon imageFORMULA DR-C350.
In this blog, we’ll introduce the Canon imageFORMULA DR-C350, run through the key differences between the two scanners and give you a quick side-by-side comparison, so you can see exactly what you gain by upgrading. Whether you scan invoices, patient records, ID documents or everyday paperwork, the DR-C350 is designed to slot straight into the same space on your desk and keep your workflow moving.
Canon imageFORMULA DR-C350
Key Differences
- DR-C350 Is Faster (50ppm vs 45ppm)
- DR-C350 Has A Larger 100-Sheet Feeder
- DR-C350 Handles Double The Daily Volume
- DR-C350 Connects Via USB-C
- DR-C350 Scans Most Passports Without A Carrier Sheet
- DR-C350 Is Narrower On The Desk
The Canon imageFORMULA DR-C350 is the direct replacement for the DR-C240 and improves on it in almost every area. It scans at up to 50 pages per minute, or 100 images per minute in duplex, compared with 45ppm and 90ipm on the DR-C240. The biggest jump is in colour, where the DR-C350 runs at up to 50ppm at 200dpi, while the DR-C240 slowed to 30ppm.
The feeder has grown from 60 to 100 sheets, so there is less reloading during large batches, and the suggested daily volume has doubled from 4,000 to 8,000 scans. The DR-C350 also swaps the old USB 2.0 connection for USB Type-C, and at just 283mm wide it is Canon’s narrowest imageFORMULA scanner yet, making it ideal for reception desks, service counters and busy workstations.
For businesses that check ID, the DR-C350 can scan most passports straight through the feeder without a carrier sheet, which saves time at the front desk. Canon also offers an optional emulation tool that lets the DR-C350 work with systems already set up for the DR-C240, making the switch as smooth as possible.
DR-C240 vs DR-C350: Quick Comparison
| Feature | Canon DR-C240 (Discontinued) | Canon DR-C350 (Replacement) |
|---|---|---|
| Mono Scan Speed | Up to 45ppm / 90ipm | Up to 50ppm / 100ipm |
| Colour Scan Speed | Up to 30ppm / 60ipm | Up to 50ppm / 100ipm (200dpi) |
| Feeder Capacity | 60 sheets | 100 sheets |
| Suggested Daily Volume | 4,000 scans | Up to 8,000 scans |
| Optical Resolution | 600dpi | 600dpi |
| Connectivity | USB 2.0 | USB 3.2 (Type-C) |
| Passport Scanning | With carrier sheet | Usually without carrier sheet |
| Plastic And Embossed Cards | Yes | Yes |
| Double Feed Detection | Ultrasonic | Ultrasonic |
| Width | 291mm | 283mm |
| Weight | 2.8kg | 2.9kg |
| Software | CaptureOnTouch | CaptureOnTouch Pro, DR Management Tool |
Verdict
The Canon imageFORMULA DR-C240 earned its place as a dependable, compact office scanner, and its replacement builds on that in every way that matters. The DR-C350 is faster, especially in colour, holds 40 more sheets, handles twice the daily volume and connects via modern USB-C, all while taking up less space on the desk.
If you’re looking for a like-for-like replacement for your DR-C240, we recommend the Canon imageFORMULA DR-C350.
Or, if you’d like to compare other options, take a look at our full range of Canon scanners.
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