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HP 612 2MP Digital Camera w/ 2x Optical Zoom

HP 612 2MP Digital Camera w/ 2x Optical Zoom

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Rating: 4 stars
Summary: It's a Good Choice
Review: This is a good quality camera and is extremely easy to use. It is easy to follow the display indicators as they are similar to what most people would be used to in a non-digital camers. Focusing is simple; viewing pictures on the LCD display is simple; deleting unwanted pictures from memory is easy. The easiest part is uploading pictures to your PC--the software installs itself, and the pictures can be set to upload automatically if the camera is turned on when attached to the USB port on your PC. The camera comes with a set of alkaline batteries, a wrist strap and a USB cable. It is hard on batteries if you use the LCD display a lot, so purchasing a set of rechargeable batteries and a charger is a good idea. (As an aside, I purchased a set of rechargeable batteries made specifically for digital cameras. They are more expensive but worth it).

Rating: 4 stars
Summary: Don't let low reviews fool you
Review: This is a great entry level digital camera. The pictures look good, even on the lowest quality setting. In response to the people who say the pictures are too dark, use some "photo-sense" and don't shoot into unlit corners. Or, simply force the flash option.

I particularly enjoy the large photo capacity. One the low setting the camera can hold 110+ pictures. If you find the need to take pictures on the maximum quality setting, an expandable memory card is recommended.

The only thing keeping me from awarding the 5th star is the fact that the AC adapter is sold separately, which is necessary if you plan to use the camera to recharge batteries. If you own a charger, then it's a moot point.

Let me say again for clarity, this is a great entry level camera. The photography enthusiast may not be won over, but for shooting birthday parties, holiday gatherings, and Jimmy's T-ball game, this camera is a good buy.

Rating: 3 stars
Summary: Satisified
Review: This is my first digital camara and I am finding that it is simple to use and has a number of features that I like. I am not the most computer literate person, but this is simple and easy to use.

Rating: 4 stars
Summary: Good Digicam
Review: This is my first digital camera and I have found it quite nice. My friend had this camera, which is where I got the idea. I have always been into photography but have never really heard good things about digital cameras. Yet i thought this camera put out good quality photos judging from looking at my friend's camera. I went and bought it and it is outstanding. The picture quality is amazing and with 2x optical and 2x digital zoom it can get upclose. The only problem i have found is that it eats up batteries incredibly quickly. But with rechargeable batteries i have so much fun with this camera.

Rating: 4 stars
Summary: am pleased
Review: This is my first digital camera, got tired of missed photos only discovered when developed on my 35mm....I am so impressed with the HP612.. the set up is easy, using the camera for a novice like me made me look good. I did buy all the accessories: recharge batteries with adapter, adapter for downloading, case, so I'm set to go. Have printed my downloads on regular paper, still experimenting, and they came great. The only con, and that's why I gave the camera 4 stars, is that the HP program allows all manipulation except "reducing red eye". I have to go to another picture program on my computer to use this feature. All and all I am pleased with my 612.

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: OMG This is the best digital camera out there!
Review: WOW! That is the only word to descripe this camera! I bought mine at {a department store} not three hours ago and I have not put it down, well except now... DUH!!! Most of the digital camera reveiws on amazon say that the cameras are battery drainer, NOT THIS ONE! I have even had the LCD screen on the whole time and the battery indicator has not, I repeat, HAS NOT moved. The timer is a long one too. It will give you ten secounds to get yo' but into place which should be plentey. This is a SMART camera. The display lets you do anything from it. It is sooo simplictic to use. And the zoom, you have many ways to stop it so you can zoom in on anything you need to! This is the first digital camera I have owned but I have used many, including other H. P.s, and this is the best of them out there!


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