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Hewlett Packard Photosmart R817

Reviewed November 2005

Our Opinion

 Introduction
Ergonomics
Characteristics
Image Quality
Interface & Software
Camera Views
Test Photos
Specifications
Our Opinion

Class: 5.1 megapixel
• All cameras are rated according to their resolution class •
(1=poor, 5=average, 10=excellent)

Functionality

Photographic Qualities

Combines design, sturdiness, layout of controls, comfort in use.		 8 Image Quality — Outdoor
Based on sharpness, colour accuracy.		 8
LCD Screen
Combines visibility in daylight and indoors, colour accuracy, and image sharpness.		 6 Image Quality — Flash
Based on sharpness, colour accuracy.		 8
Interface
Based on menu clarity, ease of access to menu functions.		 10 Metering Reliability
Based on quality of exposure with meter in automatic mode.		 9
Software
Based on functionality of drivers and bundled software.		 8 Focusing
Based on focusing accuracy and speed.		 7
Power Usage
Based on battery consumption —(with rechargeable batteries)
 9 Lens Quality
Based on the presence of distortion, including any macro mode distortion.
 9
Total: 8.2 Total: 8.2

Positives

Negatives
  • Very good image quality.
  • 5X zoom with little distortion and no chromatic aberration.
  • Custom image quality mode.
  • Low compression mode.
  • Good range of shooting modes.
  • Reasonably priced.
  • Shutter lag while the camera auto focuses.
  • LCD monitor difficult to see outdoors on a bright day.
  • No optical viewfinder.
  • Infinity focus lacks sharpness.

Approximate Retail Price: (November 2005)
Canada $ 399
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Introduction
Ergonomics
Characteristics
Image Quality
Interface & Software
Camera Views
Test Photos
Specifications
Our Opinion




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