Reasons to choose Photosmart 720
Released in 2002, Photosmart 720 has about 38 mm² of sensor area, 3.34 MP effective resolution, and a 266 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.
Side-by-side comparison
HP Photosmart 720
vs Panasonic PV DC3000
VS
Sensor area
38 mm²
Photosmart 72038 mm²
PV DC3000- Area ratio
- 1:1
- Absolute difference
- 0 mm²
- Relative difference
- 0%
The Photosmart 720 and PV DC3000 have the same sensor area. Compare pixel density, sensor architecture, and release generation to understand likely image-quality differences.
These cameras were released 2 years apart. Consider sensor generation when comparing pixel metrics.
Key specification differences
Photosmart 720MetricPV DC3000
3.34 MPEffective pixels3.34 MP
7.11 × 5.33Sensor7.11 × 5.33
3.37 µmPixel pitch3.37 µm
11.35 µm²Pixel area11.35 µm²
8.81 MP/cm²Pixel density8.81 MP/cm²
4.87Crop factor4.87
—Maximum video—
266 gWeight239 g
MultiMedia, Secure DigitalStorageMultiMedia, Secure Digital
AA (4) batteries (NiMH recommended)Battery4x AA
Amber marks the value that is generally preferable in this comparison context. It is not an overall camera score.
How to choose between these cameras
The Photosmart 720 and PV DC3000 have the same sensor area. The PV DC3000 has the lighter body. The Photosmart 720 and PV DC3000 have the same effective resolution. The Photosmart 720 is the newer release. Also consider the lens system and subjects you shoot.
Reasons to choose PV DC3000
Released in 2000, PV DC3000 has about 38 mm² of sensor area, 3.34 MP effective resolution, and a 239 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.