Hewlett Packard Photosmart 812

Hewlett Packard's Photosmart 812 is more than just smart with photos. As its name might fail to suggest, it also shares images quite easily.

A 4Megapixel sensor combined with a Pentax 3X optical zoom lens means it's got enough under the hood to play with the big boys. While it makes few compromises on quality, this camera is really all about ease of use.

After only a few moments spent with the Photosmart 812, you'll notice that HP has managed to make just about everything work as you'd want it to. One of the best touches is the fact you can browse through your photos after taking a picture without having to switch to playback mode.

Great emphasis has recently been placed on sharing digital images online. HP takes this one stage further with its innovative Instant Share feature. Just take a photo and select a destination, such as a printer.

The next time the camera is connected to your PC, the image will automatically be printed. Images are stored online, a small thumbnail and web link being sent to the email recipient.

This process is made even simpler if you use the optional Photosmart 8881 docking station (£49.99 inc. VAT).

If there's one small niggle, it's the noisy zooming of the lens when you switch the camera on. Other than that, it's cool and gadgety all the way, complete with funky icons that'll amaze your friends.

Far from being intrusive, these additions improve the Photosmart 812, making it simple and fun to use. HP manages to explain its functions in plain English on the LCD, while keeping the display clear and uncluttered.

The 812 delivers great quality and a host of easy-to-use and useful functions in an attractive, compact case.

Price: £399.99 (inc. VAT)

Contact: Hewlett Packard 08705 474 747
www.hp.com/uk/

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Nikon Coolpix 2500

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Kodak DX4900

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Canon PowerShot G2

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Pentax Optio 430

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