Description

The Canon CanoScan LiDE 300 A4 Flatbed Colour Scanner is a compact, lightweight and easy-to-use scanner designed for high-quality scanning of documents and photos at home, in the office or for study. Featuring an optical resolution of up to 2400 × 2400 dpi, the LiDE 300 captures fine detail and accurate colour while taking up minimal desk space.
With a colour A4 document scan at 300 dpi taking approximately 10 seconds, four convenient EZ operation buttons and USB-powered operation, the CanoScan LiDE 300 provides a simple scanning solution without requiring a separate AC power adaptor.
- ✔ A4 Flatbed Colour Photo & Document Scanner
- ✔ Up to 2400 × 2400 dpi Optical Resolution
- ✔ Approx. 10-Second A4 Colour Scan at 300 dpi
- ✔ 4 Convenient EZ One-Touch Buttons
- ✔ Auto Scan / Copy / PDF / Email Functions
- ✔ USB-Powered – No Separate Power Adaptor Required
- ✔ USB Mini-B Scanner Connection
- ✔ Z-Lid Expansion for Documents up to 21mm Thick
- ✔ Compact & Lightweight – Approx. 1.7kg
- ✔ Ideal for Photos, Documents, Receipts & Study Materials
Sharp 2400 × 2400 dpi Scanning
The Canon CanoScan LiDE 300 provides an optical scanning resolution of up to 2400 × 2400 dpi, allowing it to capture fine detail from photographs, documents, illustrations and other originals.
Whether you are digitising family photographs, archiving important documents or scanning material for school or office use, the LiDE 300 provides high-quality digital results from a compact desktop scanner.
Fast A4 Document Scanning
For everyday document scanning, the CanoScan LiDE 300 can scan an A4 colour document at 300 dpi in approximately 10 seconds. A 4" × 6" colour photo at 300 dpi can be scanned in approximately 5 seconds.
This makes the LiDE 300 a convenient choice for users who need an affordable flatbed scanner for regular home, study or small-office scanning.
4 EZ One-Touch Buttons
The LiDE 300 features four EZ operation buttons on the front of the scanner, providing quick access to frequently used scanning functions without navigating through complicated software menus.
- ✔ Auto Scan
- ✔ Copy
- ✔ Send / Email
Auto Scan helps detect the type of original being scanned and applies suitable settings, making everyday scanning straightforward even for less experienced users.
USB Powered – No Separate Power Supply
The CanoScan LiDE 300 receives both its data connection and operating power through USB, so there is no separate AC power adaptor to connect. Simply connect the scanner to a compatible computer and you have a clean, convenient desktop scanning setup.
Connection note: The scanner itself uses a USB Mini-B interface. It should not be confused with the CanoScan LiDE 400, which uses a USB Type-C connection.
Scan Books & Bulky Documents
The CanoScan LiDE 300 isn't limited to individual sheets and photographs. Canon's double-hinged Z-Lid can accommodate bulky originals up to approximately 21mm thick.
This is particularly useful when scanning:
- ✔ Books
- ✔ Magazines
- ✔ Catalogues
- ✔ Reports
- ✔ Bound Documents
- ✔ Other Thick Originals
Key Features
- ✔ Canon LiDE Flatbed Scanning Technology
- ✔ A4 / Letter Flatbed Scanner
- ✔ Colour, Greyscale & Black-and-White Scanning
- ✔ 2400 × 2400 dpi Optical Resolution
- ✔ Selectable Resolution up to 19,200 dpi
- ✔ Approx. 10-Second A4 Colour Scan at 300 dpi
- ✔ Approx. 5-Second 4" × 6" Colour Photo Scan at 300 dpi
- ✔ 4 EZ One-Touch Buttons
- ✔ Auto Scan Function
- ✔ PDF Scanning
- ✔ Copy Function
- ✔ Send / Email Function
- ✔ USB-Powered Operation
- ✔ USB Mini-B Interface
- ✔ Z-Lid Expansion up to 21mm
- ✔ Compact 250 × 367 × 42mm Design
- ✔ Lightweight – Approx. 1.7kg
Photo & Document Scanning
The CanoScan LiDE 300 is designed to handle both everyday office documents and photographic originals. Its flatbed design allows originals to be positioned directly on the scanning glass without passing them through a sheet-feeding mechanism.
This makes it particularly useful for scanning photographs, delicate originals, identification documents, pages from books and other material that may not be suitable for an automatic document feeder.
Maximum Document Size
The flatbed supports originals up to A4 / Letter size, with a maximum scanning area of approximately 216 × 297mm.
Product Specifications
| Brand | Canon |
| Model | CanoScan LiDE 300 |
| Scanner Type | Flatbed Colour Scanner |
| Scanning Technology | Canon LiDE |
| Optical Resolution | 2400 × 2400 dpi |
| Selectable Resolution | 25 – 19,200 dpi |
| Maximum Document Size | A4 / Letter (216 × 297mm) |
| A4 Colour Scan Speed | Approx. 10 Seconds at 300 dpi |
| 4" × 6" Photo Scan Speed | Approx. 5 Seconds at 300 dpi |
| Preview Speed | Approx. 9 Seconds |
| Colour Bit Depth | RGB 48-bit Input / 16-bit Output per Channel |
| Greyscale Bit Depth | 16-bit Input / 8-bit Output |
| Interface | USB Mini-B |
| Power Supply | USB Bus Powered |
| EZ Buttons | 4 |
| Maximum Z-Lid Expansion | Approx. 21mm |
| Dimensions | Approx. 250 × 367 × 42mm |
| Weight | Approx. 1.7kg |
| Maximum Power Consumption | Approx. 4.5W |
| Standby Power Consumption | Approx. 0.3W |
| Condition | New |
Ideal For
- ✔ Home Users
- ✔ Home Offices
- ✔ Students
- ✔ Small Businesses
- ✔ Photo Digitisation
- ✔ Document Archiving
- ✔ Receipts & Records
- ✔ Books & Magazines
- ✔ School & University Work
- ✔ Occasional High-Resolution Scanning
Why Choose the Canon CanoScan LiDE 300?
The CanoScan LiDE 300 combines high-resolution scanning with a compact footprint and straightforward operation. Its USB-powered design means there is no additional power adaptor taking up desk space, while the four EZ buttons make common scanning tasks quick and convenient.
For customers who need a simple, affordable A4 flatbed scanner rather than a high-volume sheet-fed document scanner, the LiDE 300 provides an excellent balance of image quality, simplicity and compact design.
LiDE 300 vs LiDE 400
| Feature | LiDE 300 | LiDE 400 |
| Optical Resolution | 2400 × 2400 dpi | 4800 × 4800 dpi |
| A4 300 dpi Scan | Approx. 10 sec | Approx. 8 sec |
| EZ Buttons | 4 | 5 |
| Scanner Interface | USB Mini-B | USB Type-C |
| USB Powered | Yes | Yes |
| Upright Scanning | No | Yes |
| Best Suited To | Everyday Home / Office Scanning | Higher Resolution / Faster Scanning |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the optical resolution of the CanoScan LiDE 300?
The CanoScan LiDE 300 provides an optical resolution of up to 2400 × 2400 dpi, making it suitable for high-quality document and photo scanning.
Does the CanoScan LiDE 300 use USB-C?
No. The LiDE 300 scanner uses a USB Mini-B interface. The higher-specification CanoScan LiDE 400 uses USB Type-C.
Does the LiDE 300 need a separate power adaptor?
No. The LiDE 300 is USB bus powered, so power is supplied through its USB connection to the computer.
How fast is the CanoScan LiDE 300?
Canon specifies an A4 colour document scan at 300 dpi at approximately 10 seconds. A 4" × 6" colour photo at 300 dpi takes approximately 5 seconds.
Can the LiDE 300 scan photographs?
Yes. The LiDE 300 is designed for both photo and document scanning and provides up to 2400 × 2400 dpi optical resolution.
Can it scan books?
Yes. Its double-hinged Z-Lid can accommodate bulky documents up to approximately 21mm thick, making it useful for books, magazines and other bound originals.
Can it scan multiple pages automatically?
No. The LiDE 300 is a flatbed scanner and does not have an Automatic Document Feeder (ADF). Pages must be placed on the scanning glass individually.
What is the maximum document size?
The scanner supports documents up to A4 / Letter size, with a maximum flatbed scanning area of approximately 216 × 297mm.
Does it work with Windows 11?
Yes. Canon Australia currently provides a Windows 11 driver and software package for the CanoScan LiDE 300.
Does it work with Mac?
Yes. Canon provides macOS software and driver support for the LiDE 300. Always check Canon's current support page for compatibility with your specific macOS version.

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