Amazon.co.uk Review
The HP PhotoSmart 735 compact digital camera offers an impressive specification, including automatic image enhancement and an optional quick-action PC dock. HP hasn't been given the credit it deserves for its range of cameras: coming to digital imaging from the computer side rather than from conventional photography means it isn't first in people's thoughts when it comes cameras. The PhotoSmart 735 shows again that HP should be well up there with the leaders.
A chunky but comfortable compact design, using just two AA batteries for power, this new camera continues HP's relationship with Pentax by using a Pentax 3x zoom lens, to which it adds 5x digital zoom of its own. The CCD sensor has 3.2 megapixels and 16 MB of internal memory to store your images. If you need more room than this, a Secure Digital slot is available in its right-hand end.
As well as a 38 mm full-colour LCD display on its back panel, a secondary mono LCD is used in the top to provide status information on things like battery status, image quality and remaining exposures. Three buttons next to the status display combine with a further six around the main screen to set the camera's options and navigate its well-structured menu system.
Controls for zoom level and shutter release are well placed and an additional small button on the top surface of the camera provides a video function, limited only by available memory. HP includes its InstantShare software with this camera, which enables you to upload your images to a secure server run by the company. It then automatically sends e-mails to selected contacts to enable them to view your private slideshow.
Image quality is good, and you can select manual aperture control as well as different modes for action, landscape, portrait and night photography. Those looking for a good 3 megapixel digital camera with a good range of options can't go wrong with the HP PhotoSmart 735. --Simon Williams
Manufacturer's Description
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HP Photosmart 735 digital camera delivers outstanding digital snapshots with 3.2 MP resolution and up to 15x zoom - 3x optical and 5x digital - from a Pentax precision lens for clear, crisp photo prints. Snap a photo and select on the camera where it will go the next time you dock or connect to your PC using HP Instant Share. One-touch, fully automatic technology delivers great shots with manual overrides for adding creative touches. On-camera help wizard acts as a guide. Video capability with audio. The on-camera microphone also allows attachment of real-life audio clips to still photos. Easily print without a computer via USB cable, or the camera’s memory card. Optional dock enables effortless sharing of photos to computer (or select HP printers), recharging of batteries, and slide shows on TV using wireless remote.
