Choose M104a if you need:
- Drum Model: CF219A
- Higher Drum Yield: 12000 pages
- Higher Minimum Custom Media Width: 76 mm
- Higher Maximum Custom Media Width: 216 mm
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare HP M104a & Canon MF247dw
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models M104a and MF247dw within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | M104a | MF247dw |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | — | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | — | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Direct | — | Yes |
| Mobile Printing | None (native mobile printing) | Canon PRINT Business, Apple AirPrint, Mopria Print Service, Google Cloud Print |
| Apple AirPrint | — | Yes |
| Mopria | — | Yes |
| Security Features | — | IP/MAC address filtering, IEEE 802.1X, SNMPv3, HTTPS/IPPS |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 364.7 mm | 391.2 mm |
| Depth | 247.3 mm | 373.4 mm |
| Height | 190.6 mm | 360.7 mm |
| Weight | 4.7 kg | 12.8 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | 220-240 V | 120 V |
| Power Consumption Printing | 380 W | 480 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | 0.5 W | 1.2 W |
| Warranty | One-year limited warranty | 1-year limited exchange/carry-in warranty (U.S.) |
| Fax | ||
| Fax | — | Yes |
| Fax Modem Speed | — | 33.6 kbps |
| Fax Resolution | — | 200 x 400 dpi |
| Fax Memory | — | 256 pages |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | HP | Canon |
| Product Model | LaserJet M104a | imageCLASS MF247dw |
| Product Series | LaserJet Pro | imageCLASS MF240 Series |
| Product Type | Monochrome Laser Printer | Monochrome Laser Multifunction Printer |
| Printer Functions | Print, Scan, Copy, Fax | |
| Print Technology | Laser | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | CF218A | Cartridge 137 |
| Included Black Toner Yield | 1400 pages | 1700 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 1400 pages | 2400 pages |
| Drum Model | CF219A | — |
| Drum Yield | 12000 pages | — |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | 216 x 356 mm (custom) | Legal |
| Supported Paper Sizes | A4, A5, A6, B5 (JIS) | Letter, Legal, Executive, Statement |
| Minimum Custom Media Width | 76 mm | — |
| Maximum Custom Media Width | 216 mm | — |
| Minimum Custom Media Length | 127 mm | — |
| Maximum Custom Media Length | 356 mm | — |
| Supported Media Types | Cardstock, Envelopes, Labels, Laser paper, Photo paper, Plain paper, Postcards, Rough paper, Vellum | Plain, Color, Recycled, Heavy, Bond, Label, Envelope |
| Minimum Media Weight | 60 g/m² | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | 163 g/m² | 163 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | 150 sheets | 251 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 150 sheets | 251 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 150 sheets | 1 sheets |
| Output Capacity | 100 sheets | 100 sheets |
| Automatic Duplex Printing | — | Yes |
| Scanning | ||
| Scanner Type | — | Flatbed + ADF |
| Optical Scan Resolution | — | 600 x 600 dpi |
| ADF Capacity | — | 35 sheets |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 22 ppm | 28 ppm |
| Black Duplex Print Speed | — | 16 ipm |
| First Page Out Black | 7.3 s | 6 s |
| Print Resolution | 600 x 600 dpi | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | 10000 pages/month | 15000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | 150-1500 pages/month | 750-3000 pages/month |
| Warm-up Time | — | 14 s |
| Processor Speed | 600 MHz | — |
| Standard Memory | 128 MB | 512 MB |
| Maximum Memory | 128 MB | — |
| Internal Storage | 0 GB | — |
| Print Languages | PCLmS, PWG, URF | UFR II LT, PCL 5e, PCL 6 |
| Copying | ||
| Black Copy Speed | — | 28 cpm |
| Copy Resolution | — | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Maximum Copies | — | 999 copies |
| Copy Zoom Range | — | 25-400 % |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose MF247dw if you need:
- Ethernet
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi Direct
- Apple AirPrint
What is the difference between M104a and MF247dw?
M104a and MF247dw share specifications such as Print Technology (Laser), Print Resolution (600 x 600 dpi), USB (Yes), Minimum Media Weight (60 g/m²).
The main differences: Printer Functions (M104a: Print, MF247dw: Print, Scan, Copy, Fax); Black Print Speed A4 (M104a: 22 ppm, MF247dw: 28 ppm); Automatic Duplex Printing (M104a: —, MF247dw: Yes).
M104a may suit users who need its differing values, while MF247dw benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.