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Top HP PhotoSmart R817 Camera Review
HP R817
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Full camera review of the HP R817
including including extensive photographic tests, thorough specifications,
introductions to new accessories, great images of particular parts, tips on
using the camera.
HP Press Release Excerpt:
Zoom in closer with the new HP
Photosmart R817 and R818 Digital Cameras
With new HP Photosmart Scuba/Underwater
camera casing these models are latest and most impressive
additions to the HP R-Series range
LONDON, UK, JUNE 1, 2005 – HP today
announced the launch of the HP Photosmart R817 and R818 Digital
Cameras. Featuring a powerful Pentax 5x optical lens, 5.1
megapixel (MP) resolution and new intuitive HP Real Life
technologies, these cameras make it easy for all photographers
to capture unique detail in every picture.
With the HP sculpted wave style finger grip
and sleek stainless steel finish these cameras are contoured to
sit perfectly in the consumer’s hand. The HP Photosmart R817
comes with a bold silver finish to compliment the cameras smooth
curves, whilst the R818 model comes with a dark midnight grey
metallic finish for the fashion or design conscious consumer.
These cameras advanced features include
multi-zone auto focus for crisp accurate shots. Users are able
to select shutter or aperature priority, or choose to take
greater control by working within the ‘full manual mode’ in
light sensitive situations, in order to capture more creative
photographs. Both cameras have an impressive 40x total zoom (5x
digital, 8x optical) and the large 5.1 cm LCD screen, which
features on both cameras, makes it simple to quickly view
images, indoors and out, allowing users to check their shots as
soon as they are taken.
New modes
A choice of 15 unique shooting modes
including action, landscape, beach and theatre mode, gives users
a definitive solution for any scenario. The new ‘theatre mode’,
for example, makes it easier to capture correctly exposed
true-to-life photographs of concerts and performances at the
touch of a button. Photographers can use this feature together
with the extended zoom to get up close and personal, no matter
where they are sitting.
In addition, these cameras benefit from a
host of new and exclusive HP Real Life technologies. These
landmark features include the new HP In-camera Panorama
stitching, which allows users to ‘stitch’ together multi-shot
photos of landscapes and sequences in the camera. The camera can
seamlessly stitch up to 5 photos together, without the use of a
PC, to create a single photo for easy printing. Panorama photos
can then be previewed on the camera’s large LCD screen, allowing
users to confirm that they’ve captured their desired shot.
Both models are also equipped with a ‘video
mode’, making it possible to capture the sights and sounds of
every moment with picture perfect quality. Often, when reviewing
video, photographers have a desire to extract specific frames or
stills from the moving images. The HP Photosmart R817 and R818
Digital Cameras make it possible for users to print ‘stills’
directly from video footage, without the need for a PC. Users
can extract, print and share any of the moving pictures as
single frame photographs.
Other HP Real Life technologies featured on
these cameras include HP Adaptive Lighting Technology, which
automatically brightens selected areas of high contrast photos
to give brighter, more true-to-life shots. Also, HP In-Camera
Red-Eye Removal ensures that all photos taken turn out flawless,
by amending the images whilst they are still in the camera,
without the aid of a PC or additional software.
With all of the functionality of the HP
Photosmart R817 Digital Camera, the R818 model comes bundled
with the HP Photosmart R-Series Docking Station, the HP
Photosmart R-Series camera sleeve and an additional Lithium-Ion
battery.
Waterproof housing
To protect the camera, wherever it goes,
users can purchase the new optional HP Photosmart
Scuba/Underwater Camera Case (Q6218A). This brilliantly
engineered housing allows users to travel to previously
unexplored depths of up to 40 metres (130 feet). The innovative
‘snap-on’ design gives users unrestricted access to all the
functions of the camera, including the zoom, LCD screen and
flash.
Additional accessories:
The camera can be purchased with or without
an optional HP Photosmart R-Series Digital Camera Docking
station, which creates a quick connection to both a PC and Mac.
Using HP Instant Share software the dock makes it easy to
download, print and email images straight from the camera. This
multi-functional docking station can recharge the Lithium-Ion
battery while it’s in the camera, as well as providing an extra
charging bay for a second battery that is included with the
dock. The dock can also be connected to a TV to allow easy
viewing of photos as a slideshow using the ultra-slim remote
control.
For more day-to-day protection, users can
purchase the optional HP Photosmart R-Series Weather-Resistant
Jacket (Q6215A) to protect the camera. Offering a strong outer
layer, this jacket in no way reduces the functionality of the
camera, working instead to protect its sleek sharp looks from
the bumps and bruises of everyday use.
The HP Photosmart R817 Digital Camera is
available bundled with the HP Photosmart R-Series Docking
Station (L2033A) at a recommended street price of £349* or can
be purchased on its own (L2031A) for £299*. Shipping date – end
July 2005
The HP Photosmart R818 Digital Camera is
available bundled with the HP Photosmart R-Series Docking
Station (L2036A) for £399*. Shipping date – end August 2005
* Estimated price including VAT
About HP
HP is a technology solutions provider to
consumers, businesses and institutions globally. The company’s
offerings span IT infrastructure, global services, business and
home computing, and imaging and printing. For the four fiscal
quarters ended April 30, 2005, HP revenue totaled $83.3 billion.
More information about HP (NYSE, Nasdaq: HPQ) is available at www.hp.com.
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