What Ink Does the Canon PIXMA MP495 Use?
Last Updated:Quick answer: The Canon PIXMA MP495 uses two cartridges: a PG-210 black and a CL-211 tri-color. The high-yield PG-210XL and CL-211XL versions fit too. Castle Ink stocks remanufactured PG-210XL Black, CL-211XL Color and a combo pack.
The MP495 takes the same cartridges as its predecessor, the MP490, and the MP280, MP250 and MP480. In the UK and Europe it uses PG-510/CL-511 instead, which won't work in a U.S. printer.
CastleScore · October 2026
72/100 — Recommended
Canon PIXMA MP495
| Pillar (weight) | Score | What it is based on |
|---|---|---|
| Owner ratings (28%) | — | No retailer rating with enough reviews to use. |
| Expert reviews (18%) | 70 | Pocket-lint 3.5/5 |
| Cost per page (24%) | 81 | About 5.5¢ per page blended (black + color) with our remanufactured PG-210XL (401 pages) and CL-211XL (349 pages). |
| Reliability (13%) | 76 | Most-reported problems: E13/E16 ink-level errors after refills or new cartridges; 5B00/P07 'ink absorber full', with no user fix; Wi-Fi dropping off the network; printer stops when the color cartridge runs out |
| Features (12%) | 50 | Print, copy, scan, Wi-Fi, single-digit LED display. No document feeder, no fax, no auto two-sided printing, no memory card slots. |
| Value (5%) | — | Running cost and owner satisfaction |
Limited data: We could not find enough owner ratings for this printer, so that weight is spread across the other pillars.
Discontinued. Canon announced the MP495 in July 2010 at $79.99. It's no longer sold, but PG-210 and CL-211 cartridges still are.
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The cartridges, pictured
PG-210XL + CL-211XL 2-packBlack + Color
PG-210XL Black2973B001 · ~401 pages
CL-211XL Tri-color2975B001 · ~349 pages
PG-210XL + CL-211XL 2-pack
PG-210XL Black
CL-211XL Tri-colorOur own remanufactured cartridges, photographed in-house.
What Ink Cartridges Does the Canon PIXMA MP495 Take?
| Cartridge | Canon part no. | Approx. yield | Castle Ink option |
|---|---|---|---|
| PG-210 Black | 2974B001 | ~220 pages | — |
| PG-210XL Black | 2973B001 | ~401 pages | Remanufactured PG-210XL Black |
| CL-211 Color | 2976B001 | ~244 pages | — |
| CL-211XL Color | 2975B001 | ~349 pages | Remanufactured CL-211XL Color |
Yields are Canon's ISO figures from its PG-210/CL-211 page-yield sheet. Both cartridges must be installed for the printer to work.
Is XL Worth It?
Yes. On October 15, 2026, Staples listed Canon's PG-210XL at $39.99 (about 10¢ a page) and the CL-211XL at $46.99. Our remanufactured PG-210XL is $19.95 (about 5¢ a page) and CL-211XL $21.95, or $35.99 for the combo pack.
How Do I Replace the Ink in the Canon PIXMA MP495?
- With the printer on, open the paper output tray and lift the scanning unit until the support holds it. The cartridge holder moves into the replacement position.
- Pinch the tabs to open the locking cover for the empty cartridge and lift it out.
- Unpack the new cartridge and gently peel off the orange protective tape. Don't touch the gold contacts or the nozzles.
- Put it in the correct slot (color on the left, black on the right) and push the locking cover down until it clicks.
- Lower the scanning unit gently and wait for the automatic head cleaning to finish. Align the print head if lines look off.
Which Other Printers Use PG-210 and CL-211?
The PIXMA iP2702, MP240, MP250, MP270, MP280, MP480, MP490, MX320, MX330, MX340, MX350, MX360, MX410 and MX420.
What PIXMA MP495 owners ask
These are the questions that come up most for this printer in Canon's support community and owner reviews, answered in our words.
It shows E13 or E16 after I changed a cartridge.
The printer can't detect the ink level, which is common with refilled or remanufactured cartridges. Hold Stop/Reset for at least five seconds to turn off ink-level detection and keep printing.
It shows 5B00 or P07.
The waste-ink absorber is full. Canon's fix is service, and owners report no reliable reset at home, so most replace the printer.
Why does it stop when the color is empty?
Both cartridges must be installed. Use the five-second Stop/Reset override to keep going on a low cartridge, or replace it.
How do I read error codes without a screen?
The single-digit display flashes letters and numbers in turn, such as E, 1, 3. Look the code up in the on-screen manual or on Canon's support site.
PIXMA MP495 quirks worth knowing
- Canon rates it at 8.8 ISO pages a minute in black and 5.0 in color, and a 4x6 photo in about 41 seconds.
- It prints, copies and scans over Wi-Fi or USB. Wireless setup needs a USB cable for a moment.
- There's no memory card slot, no PictBridge and no fax.
- Paper loads into a 100-sheet rear feeder, and two-sided printing is manual.
Frequently Asked Questions
What ink does the Canon PIXMA MP495 use?
PG-210 or PG-210XL black and CL-211 or CL-211XL color.
Is the MP495 wireless?
Yes. It has Wi-Fi and USB.
Will PG-240 or PG-510 cartridges fit?
No. PG-240 is a different family and PG-510 is the European version.
Other printers that use PG-210 and CL-211
Canon PIXMA MP280 · Canon PIXMA MP250 · Canon PIXMA MP480
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