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Canon imageFORMULA R30 — Plug-and-Scan Desktop Document Scanner
A desktop scanner for small and home offices that would rather not install software at all. The R30 runs entirely on CaptureOnTouch Lite, built into the scanner itself, so connecting it to a Windows or Mac computer is enough to start scanning. It captures both sides of a page in a single pass at 25 ppm / 50 ipm in mono, from a 60-sheet feeder, and uses less than 10W of power while it works.
Quick Glance
Key Features
Plug-and-scan double-sided scanning at 50 ipm
The R30 captures both sides of a page in a single pass at 25 ppm / 50 ipm in black and white, from a 60-sheet feeder — a large capacity for a scanner that needs no software installed to run.
No drivers, no installation
CaptureOnTouch Lite is built into the scanner rather than installed separately. Connect the R30 to a Windows or Mac computer and it is ready to scan in under a minute, with no setup disc or download required.
Energy-efficient by design
The R30 uses less than 10W of power while scanning, and Canon builds it with high-durability consumables and reduced plastic packaging — useful where running costs and environmental impact both matter.
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 R30 is Canon's plug-and-scan desktop model. The RS40 adds photo scanning, and the DR-F120 adds a flatbed for books and IDs.
- USB only — there is no Wi-Fi or network connection on the R30. It scans to the computer it is plugged into.
- Canon's specification page does not state Windows or macOS version numbers for the R30; ask us to confirm current driver support before you order.
- Canon publishes no daily duty cycle for the R30. For a figure to plan around, the RS40 and DR-F120 in this range do state one.
- CaptureOnTouch Lite runs directly from the scanner, so there is no driver disc or download needed before the first scan.
| Model | Scan speed (mono) | Feeder | Daily duty cycle |
|---|---|---|---|
| imageFORMULA R30 (this page) | 25 ppm / 50 ipm | 60 sheets | Not published |
| imageFORMULA RS40 | 40 ppm / 80 ipm | 60 sheets / 40 photos | Not published |
| imageFORMULA DR-F120 | 20 ppm / 36 ipm | 50 sheets | 500 – 1,500 scans |
Choose the R30 for the simplest plug-and-scan setup, the RS40 if you also scan photographs, and the DR-F120 when an occasional flatbed matters more than raw speed.
Best For / Customer Benefits
Customer Benefits
- Captures both sides of a page in one pass, so a double-sided document is scanned once, not fed twice.
- Built-in CaptureOnTouch Lite means no drivers to install — connect it and start scanning within a minute.
- A 60-sheet feeder handles a larger batch than most simple plug-and-scan models in this range.
- Uses less than 10W of power while scanning, keeping running costs low.
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 R30 at 25 pages per minute / 50 images per minute in black and white, and 9 pages per minute / 19 images per minute in colour, capturing both sides of a page in one pass.
No. CaptureOnTouch Lite is built into the scanner, so connecting it to a Windows or Mac computer is enough to start scanning without installing any software.
The R30 takes up to 60 sheets of 80g/m² paper in one load, one of the larger feeders among Canon's simple plug-and-scan models.
No, Canon does not state a suggested daily duty cycle for the R30. If you need a published figure to plan around, the RS40 (no figure either) or the DR-F120 (500 to 1,500 scans/day) are worth comparing.
No. It connects over high speed USB 2.0 only, to one computer at a time. There is no wireless or network option on this model.
Need a simple desktop scanner with no setup?
Tell us your daily page volume and we will confirm whether the R30's built-in software and 60-sheet feeder suit your office.

