HP Photosmart R817 5MP Digital Camera with 5x Optical Zoom

price: $349.99

SKU: L2031A #ABA

Sales Rank: 753

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Product Description

Take superior photos at 5 MP and 40x total zoom-HP Precision 5x 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 2-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.Exposure control -Center weighted, spot and averageHP adaptive lighting technology brings out details normally lost in shadowsRedeye is identified and removed without software touchupsImage Active gives tips on focus, flash and more, for better resultsUses SD & MMC cards (1 GB Card is recommended)USB connectivityUses HP Lithium Ion rechargeable battery (included)Compatible with Microsoft Windows 98, Me, 2000, XP. Macintosh OS X v 10.2 or laterSystem 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 portSize -3.58 x 1.17 x 2.24 inches (91 x 29.8 x 57 mm)Weight -0.36 pounds (0.16 kg) without batteries

Product Specification

BatteriesIncluded:: 0
Binding:: Electronics
Brand:: Hewlett-Packard
DigitalZoom:: 8
DisplaySize:: 2
EAN:: 0829160934488
Feature:: 5.0-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 13 x 17-inch prints
2.0-inch LCD; 5x optical zoom
32MB of internal memory
In-camera red-eye removal; VGA video at 30 frames per second
Stores images on SD memory cards; powered by a rechargeable Li-Ion battery (battery and charger included)
FloppyDiskDriveDescription:: None
Label:: Hewlett Packard
Manufacturer:: Hewlett Packard
MaximumFocalLength:: 29 millimeters
MaximumResolution:: 5.1
MinimumFocalLength:: 5.8 millimeters
Model:: L2031A #ABA
MonitorSize:: 200 hundredths-inches
OpticalZoom:: 5 x
ProductGroup:: Photography
Publisher:: Hewlett Packard
SpecialFeatures:: nv:Sensor^5.1 Megapixel|Size^1/2.5-inch|Image Resolution^2616 x 1960|Movie Resolution^320 x 240|Optical Zoom^5x|Digital Zoom^8X|Combined Zoom^40x|LCD Monitor^2.0-inch|LCD Pixels^153,600 pixels|Maximum Aperture^F 2.8 - 8.0 (W)|Maximum Aperture^F 4.7 - 7.6 (T)|Shutter Speed^15 - 1/2000 sec.|Flash Mode^Auto|Flash Mode^Red-eye Reduction|Flash Mode^Night Mode|Flash Mode^Off|Self-timer^Yes (10 sec)|Movie Mode^30 fps|Movie Image Resolution^320 x 240|Movie Audio^Yes
Studio:: Hewlett Packard
SystemMemorySize:: 32 MB
Title:: HP Photosmart R817 5MP Digital Camera with 5x Optical Zoom
UPC:: 829160934488
Warranty:: 1 year warranty
MPN:: L2031A #ABA

Customer Reviews

Very happy with my purchase

I first borrowed an r817 (same as r818 except for color) from a friend for a trip to the grand canyon and a trip to Vegas. I was a little worried about the lack of a view finder (only LCD) because I thought it may not work well in bright light or might run the batteries out, but I quickly got over that worry.The camera did incredibly well in the bright sun light at the grand canyon and I never had battery problems. The panorama mode was awesome!I was able to create some phenomenal shots using it...

4/21/2006 12:00 AM | All Customer Reviews

charging was a pain

I loved the camera, absolutely loved it.I was using it one night and it died.I went home and put in on the charger and nothing happened.The light on the charger didn't flash or the camera didn't even go in after dying.The second time I used it, I just got back from vacation and put it on the charger.I was able to turn it on to look at the pictures.As I was looking at the pictures, it just shut off.I was unable to find a way to turn it back on or even shut the nose.I would not recommend it for this...

4/4/2006 12:00 AM | All Customer Reviews

R817 is a great buy!

Now that I've used the camera for a few months I'd like to update my review (scroll down to see original).The problem I mentioned about using the camera in bright sunlight can easily be fixed by increasing the screen's brightness.Battery life has been great, far better than my last camera with rechargeable AAs.Camera is super easy to use and gives great pictures.For example, I frequently change modes depending on the lighting and that feature is easily accessed from a button on the top of the camera...

10/31/2005 12:00 AM | All Customer Reviews

NO OPTICAL VIEW FINDER

Just so you are aware -- this camera does NOT have an optical view finder; you MUST use the LCD on the back to target your photograph; there is no eye sight through an optical view finder -- for us who are accustomed to the OLD 35mm cameras, not using an optical view finder is uncomfortable.Furthermore, just so you are aware, this camera uses a proprietary battery (you can't use standard-sized batteries -- ie; AA-sized batteries); you must use the accompanying battery charger to charge the battery...

9/8/2005 12:00 AM | All Customer Reviews

Very Good Camera

I love to try different cameras, I have been using the R-707for a year and like it very much.I have been using this new R-817 for two weeks, and I love it.It supports high speed SD cards, the 640 X 480 Video is Great.The 5X optical zoom is very nice.I carry this camera in a radio pouch with a belt clip (not loop)everywhere I go, in seconds I am ready to take a pic or vid....

7/30/2005 12:00 AM | All Customer Reviews