HP PhotoSmart 850

Price $369.95
Sensor 3.9-megapixel, 1/1.8-inch 4.1MP CCD
Image size 2272 x 1712
Lens f2.8-3.1 8x lens
Focus Auto, 10cm in macro mode
Exposure Program AE, aperture-priority, shutter-priority
Metering TTL
Monitor 2-inch
AE Compensation +3EV to -3EV in 0.5EV increments
Flash Auto, on, off, red-eye
Video output PAL
Movie recording 288 x 216 at 15fps with sound
Other features Instant Share, optional camera dock
Image storage SD card slot
Batteries 4 x AA
AC adaptor No
Software HP Photo & Imaging software, HP Memories
Disc Creator
Weight 388g (without battery or card)
Dimensions 120mm(w) x 120mm(h) x 85mm(d)
Transfer USB
OS Windows 98/Me, 2000 or XP. Mac OS 9.1, OSX 10.1.2 or later

Verdict The PhotoSmart 850 is a reminder of the fact that cameras have to feel like they’re worth the money and be nice to use. If they’re not, the features and image quality won’t be enough

Features: 72
Images: 78
Build: 59
Value: 80
Final Score: 72