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Canon imageFORMULA R10 — Pocket-Sized Duplex Document Scanner
A pocket-sized document scanner built for people who work away from the desk. The R10 scans both sides of a page in a single pass, runs entirely on USB bus power, and has CaptureOnTouch Lite built into the scanner itself, so there is nothing to install before it starts scanning. At approximately 0.9 kg and 285 x 95 x 40 mm closed, it fits in a laptop bag alongside a 20-sheet feeder for everyday paperwork, business cards and plastic ID cards.
Quick Glance
Key Features
Single-pass duplex scanning, no software needed
The R10 scans both sides of a page in a single pass and works the moment it is plugged in — CaptureOnTouch Lite is built into the scanner itself, so there is nothing to install on a Windows or Mac computer. It scans at 12 ppm / 14 ipm in mono and 9 ppm / 10 ipm in colour.
Pocket-sized for a laptop bag
Closed, the R10 measures 285 x 95 x 40 mm and weighs approximately 0.9 kg, small enough to travel in a laptop bag. It runs entirely on USB bus power, so there is no separate power adapter to carry between locations.
Handles cards as well as paper
A 20-sheet feeder takes ordinary A4 documents, and the same feeder accepts business cards and plastic cards up to 1.4 mm thick, including embossed cards, so IDs and paperwork go through the same scanner.
Detailed Specifications
Specifications are provided by the manufacturer and may be updated or changed without prior notice. AtomOffice is not responsible for any discrepancies between the information shown here and the manufacturer's official documentation.
Need-to-Know
The R10 is Canon's simplest portable scanner, built to run without installing any software. The P-208II and P-215II trade that simplicity for a larger feeder and higher speed.
- USB only — there is no Wi-Fi or network connection on the R10. It scans to the computer it is plugged into and draws its power from the same USB cable.
- Canon's driver list for the R10 names Windows 8.1 and 10, and macOS 10.12 through 10.15. If you run Windows 11 or a newer macOS, ask us to confirm current driver support before you order.
- The built-in CaptureOnTouch Lite software runs directly from the scanner, so there is no separate driver disc or download needed to start scanning.
- Canon's suggested daily duty cycle for the R10 is approximately 500 scans. For a heavier daily volume, the P-215II or a desktop model would suit better.
| Model | Scan speed (mono) | Feeder | Daily duty cycle |
|---|---|---|---|
| imageFORMULA R10 (this page) | 12 ppm / 14 ipm | 20 sheets | Approx. 500 scans |
| imageFORMULA P-208II | 8 ppm / 16 ipm | 10 sheets | 50 – 250 scans |
| imageFORMULA P-215II | 15 ppm / 30 ipm (USB 3.0) | 20 sheets | 500 – 700 scans |
Choose the R10 when you want plug-and-scan simplicity with no drivers to install; step up to the P-215II for higher speed and a dedicated card slot.
Best For / Customer Benefits
Customer Benefits
- Scans both sides of a page in one pass, so a double-sided document is captured once, not fed twice.
- Built-in CaptureOnTouch Lite software means no drivers to install — plug in and start scanning.
- Runs entirely on USB bus power, so there is no separate charger or power brick to carry.
- Handles business cards and embossed plastic cards through the same 20-sheet feeder as ordinary paper.
Best For
Official & Recommended Options
Need a roller kit, a carrier sheet or a flatbed unit? Contact us — we can confirm what fits your scanner before you order.
Frequently Asked Questions
Canon rates the R10 at 12 pages per minute / 14 images per minute in black and white, and 9 pages per minute / 10 images per minute in colour. It captures both sides of a page in a single pass.
No. CaptureOnTouch Lite is built into the scanner itself, so you can connect it to a Windows or Mac computer and start scanning without installing any software first.
Yes. Alongside A4 documents in its 20-sheet feeder, the R10 scans business cards (49 x 85 mm) and plastic cards up to 1.4 mm thick, including embossed cards.
No. It connects over USB only, to one computer at a time, and is powered from the same USB cable it scans through.
Canon gives a suggested daily duty cycle of approximately 500 scans. For higher daily volumes, the P-215II (500 to 700 scans a day) or a desktop workgroup model would be a better fit.
Need a scanner that travels with you?
Tell us how you plan to use the R10 — for documents, ID cards or both — and we will confirm it is the right fit for your daily volume.

