One million pixels. It describes the resolution of a camera sensor or an image. A 24-megapixel sensor records about 24 million pixels, for example 6000 by 4000.
More megapixels allow larger prints and more cropping. They do not automatically mean better pictures. Lens quality, sensor size and technique matter just as much.
Martin Kaninsky
Martin is the creator of About Photography Blog. With over 15 years of experience as a practicing photographer, Martin’s approach focuses on photography as an art form, emphasizing the stories behind the images rather than concentrating on gear.