Average Reviews:
(More customer reviews)PROS:
* easy to use (I mean so simple your grandma could do it)
* great quality photos
* pre-programmed modes allow for quick set up
CONS:
* slow from start to when you can take first photo
* slow to charge flash between pictures
More on the pros:
(Easy to use) When I was shopping around for cameras I was basically walking around the store playing with each camera to and see how many controls I could figure out how to use without reading the manual. With this camera I was up and running in 5 seconds.
(great quality photos) At 6.3 megapixel you get photos of amazing quality with extreme detail (sometimes too extreme; skin imperfections are not great at up close)
(pre-programmed modes) Basically the pre-programmed mode allows you to set basic camera features (such as shutter speed and flash) all at once with a click of a button. You also get 1 mode to program yourself. This allows you to go from a portrait mode to action mode in a second rather than having to play around with all of the settings 1x1.
More on the cons:
(slow at the start) From "Off" mode to picture mode takes longer then you would expect (especially if you have to use flash). So if you want to take a picture of something quickly, you maybe very disappointed. For me this is not such a huge problem since I pretty much take portrait or landscape photos.
(slow to charge flash) I think this is a much bigger problem for this camera than the previous one I mentioned. It takes a while (think like 10 secs or so) between each flash shot. Personally I think this is the biggest flaw that this camera has. This is most annoying when you are taking pictures in a dark environment and the first one you took is not so great so you want to take another quicky, well you're going to have to wait.
Overall:
I am extremely happy with this camera. For the $ you are paying for it, you are getting a great little camera. And yes it is actually smaller than my last camera (Cannon Elph 2.3 megapixel).
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Take superior photos at 6.2 MP and 24x total zoom-HP Precision 3x optical, 8x digital. Small enough to fit in your pocket, this stylish camera features a durable, stainless steel front. View photos and menus on a 1.8-inch LCD. A unique grip keeps the camera steady for quick, one-handed shots. Add creative touches with manual controls. Shoot video clips with sound, and take a series of photos in rapid succession using Burst mode. E-mail without large attachments, or easily print using HP Instant Share. Transfer, print, or e-mail photos while recharging the in-camera battery, plus a spare, using an optional dock (not included).Exposure control -Center weighted, spot and average HP adaptive lighting technology brings out details normally lost in shadows Redeye is identified and removed without software touchups Image Active gives tips on focus, flash and more, for better results Uses SD/MMC cards USB connectivity Uses HP Lithium Ion rechargeable battery (included) or Duracell CP1 one-time battery Compatible with Microsoft Windows 98, Me, 2000, XP. Macintosh OS X v 10.2 or later System requirements -USB-compatible Macintosh computer with Mac OS X 10.1.5, 10.2, or higher; 500 MHz PowerPC processor; QuickTime Version 5.0.1 or later; 128 MB RAM; 240 MB disk space; SVGA monitor (800 x 600, 16-bit color); CD-ROM drive; open USB port Size -3.74 x 1.34 x 2.32 Weight -0.5 lbs (with battery) 1-year limited warranty and customer support
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