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Hewlett Packard Photosmart 912 Camera Review
There is a lot you can expect to receive from your new Hewlett Packard Photosmart 912 digital camera. You can expect reliable quality and consistent picture taking. You can also expect to receive some Hewlett Packard Photosmart 912 accessories with your camera. You'll get the Hewlett Packard Photosmart 912 manual and always important Hewlett Packard Photosmart 912 lens which makes the Hewlett Packard Photosmart 912 digital SLR camera worthy of having. One item you will likely want to purchase in addition to your Hewlett Packard Photosmart 912 accessories, if it does not come packaged in a Hewlett Packard Photosmart 912 kit or bundle, is the Hewlett Packard Photosmart 912 leather case. These cases help to preserve your camera and protecting the Hewlett Packard Photosmart 912 body housing the digital camera parts and memory sticks or cards.
Hewlett Packard Photosmart 912 Digital Camera Specifications
| General |
Model Number |
912 |
| Camera Format |
SLR-style |
| Currently Manufactured |
No |
| Retail Price |
$899.00 |
| Street Price |
$450.00 |
| Price Update Date |
2002-07-12 |
| Date Available |
2000-11-01 |
| Remote Control |
Yes |
| Remote Control Type |
IR |
| Tripod Mount |
Yes |
| Weight |
630 g
22.0 oz |
| Weight With Batteries? |
With |
| Size |
144 x 91 x 105 mm
5.7 x 3.6 x 4.1 in |
| Image Capture |
Image Resolution |
1600x1200, 800x600 |
| Aspect Ratio |
4:3 |
| CCD Sensor (Megapixels) |
2.20 |
| CCD Size (inches) |
2/3" |
| CCD Filter Type |
RGBG |
| Lens |
Focal Length (35mm equivalent) |
34 - 108 mm |
| Zoom Ratio |
3.17x |
| Digital Zoom |
Yes |
| Digital Zoom Values |
1.2x, 1.5x, 2x |
| Auto Focus |
Yes |
| Manual Focus |
Yes |
| Normal Focus Range |
50 cm to Infinity
20.4 in to Infinity |
| Macro Focus Range |
2 - 60 cm
0.8 - 24.5 in |
| Min Aperture |
f/17.3 |
| Max Aperture |
f/2.5 |
| Aperture Range Description |
f/2.5 - 11 (wide), f/3.9 - 17.3 (tele) |
| Lens Thread |
49 mm |
| Lens Thread Type |
Lens Threads |
| Display |
Optical Viewfinder |
Yes |
| Optical VF Type |
SLR |
| Optical VF Accuracy |
95% |
| LCD Viewfinder |
Yes |
| LCD Size (inches) |
2.0 |
| LCD Resolution (pixels) |
127000 |
| Exposure |
ISO Settings |
25, 50, 100, 200, 400 |
| ISO Rating Max |
400 |
| Longest Shutter Time |
4 |
| Shortest Shutter Time |
1/1000 |
| Exp Adj Range |
3.0 EV |
| Exp Adj Step Size |
0.50 EV |
| Metering Modes |
Average, Center Weighted, Spot |
| Spot Metering |
Yes |
| Aperture Priority |
Yes |
| Shutter Priority |
Yes |
| Full Manual Exposure |
Yes |
| Self Timer |
10 seconds |
| Flash |
Internal Flash |
Yes |
| No of Flash Modes |
5 |
| Flash Modes |
Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Ext |
| Flash Range Default ISO (meters) |
3.0 |
| Flash Range Description |
No spec from HP, our test showed about 10ft |
| Ext Flash |
Yes |
| Ext Flash Connection |
Hot shoe |
| Image Storage |
Usable Memory Types |
CompactFlash Type 1 |
| Memory Included (MB) |
16.0 |
| Uncompressed Format |
TIFF |
| CCD Raw Format |
No |
| Compressed Format |
JPEG |
| Connectivity |
Video Out |
Yes |
| External Connections |
USB 1.1 |
| Included Software |
HP Photo Imaging Software for Windows, ArcSoft PhotoImpression and PhotoMontage software for Windows and Mac. |
| OS Compatibility |
Windows 98, ME, 2000, NT 4.0(NT needs card reader) |
| Performance Timing |
Continuous Mode Rate (fps) |
3.0 |
| Power |
Battery Form Factor |
AA |
| Usable Battery Types |
Alkaline, Lithium, NiCd, NiMH (4 NiMH recommended) |
| Batteries Included |
AA (4) Alkaline |
| Battery Charger Included |
No |
| More Information |
Notes & Features |
Uses Digita operating system from FlashPoint, allowing scripting of camera functions. LCD display is for image review only, not live viewfinder, due to SLR design. CompactFlash card reader for use with Windows NT must be purchased separately. Uses Pentax lens, HP electronics. Essentially same unit is sold by Pentax as their EI-2000. Manual focus goes down to 10 cm, must use Autofocus for maximum macro of 2 cm. IrDA uses fast JetSend protocol to communicate with selected HP printers. Also supports Digita protocol over IrDA. Camera position sensor rotates images in-camera so they display with correct orientation on LCD or video. Sound capture up to 45 seconds for annotating pictures. Shooting modes includes time lapse option. Preprogrammed Auto exposure modes for specific situations (portrait, landscape, night, sports) |
When purchasing this digital camera, give it a full Hewlett Packard Photosmart 912 review. Check the buttons and screen, make certain it fits your hand, or purchase the Hewlett Packard Photosmart 912 power grip. Check the features and capabilities. Know how to quickly change settings for light and indoor or outdoor settings. There is no film, so speed settings is not required - however you can set the frame rate on the Hewlett Packard Photosmart 912 digital camera for the video or for quick display settings. Your Hewlett Packard Photosmart 912 even allows you take a fast sequence of pictures when the setting is set for it - and can take intermittent action shots, catching it all on disk. Hewlett Packard Photosmart 912 Power GripBefore you purchase, check to see what Hewlett Packard Photosmart 912 rebate is available, if at all. And if you are not able to supplement the purchase of additional Hewlett Packard Photosmart 912 accessories from the savings set forth by a rebate - try to find the Hewlett Packard Photosmart 912 wholesale priced from a distribution outlet. Once you know which camera you want, in this case the Hewlett Packard Photosmart 912, it is just a matter of finding it for the best price. Don;t be afraid to ask questions about the Hewlett Packard Photosmart 912 camera or Hewlett Packard Photosmart 912 lenses while you are shopping, this is the only way you will find out what the location has to offer, and if there is some other product they are trying to push. All in all the Hewlett Packard Photosmart 912 camera is an excellent purchase and will provide you with excellent picture taking for years and tears, provided you maintain and care for your Hewlett Packard Photosmart 912 digital SLR camera. Enjoy your new find and take your memories with you wherever you may roam - with the Hewlett Packard Photosmart 912 powergrip digital camera.
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