Reasons to choose Photosmart M23
Released in 2005, Photosmart M23 has about 25 mm² of sensor area, 4 MP effective resolution, and a 120 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.
Side-by-side comparison
HP Photosmart M23
vs Leica D-LUX
VS
Sensor area
25 mm²
Photosmart M2325 mm²
D-LUX- Area ratio
- 1:1
- Absolute difference
- 0 mm²
- Relative difference
- 0%
The Photosmart M23 and D-LUX 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 M23MetricD-LUX
4 MPEffective pixels3.2 MP
5.75 × 4.32Sensor5.75 × 4.32
2.49 µmPixel pitch2.79 µm
6.21 µm²Pixel area7.76 µm²
16.1 MP/cm²Pixel density12.88 MP/cm²
6.02Crop factor6.02
—Maximum video—
120 gWeight204 g
MultiMedia, Secure DigitalStorageMultiMedia, Secure Digital
AA (2) batteries (NiMH recommended)BatteryLi-Ion Li-ion battery
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 M23 and D-LUX have the same sensor area. The Photosmart M23 has the lighter body. The Photosmart M23 has the higher effective resolution. The Photosmart M23 is the newer release. Also consider the lens system and subjects you shoot.
Reasons to choose D-LUX
Released in 2003, D-LUX has about 25 mm² of sensor area, 3.2 MP effective resolution, and a 204 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.