HP Photosmart R927 review

What you need to know

Reviewed by: Shams Tarek

Reviewed on: 16 May 2006

Tags: HP, HP Photosmart R927, shutter lag, priority, aperture priority

We like:

Extensive help menus and features for beginners; oversize LCD; attractive and sturdy

We don't like:

Poor image quality; sluggish performance

CNET UK judgement:

With its big 76mm LCD and a menu system full of helpful tips, the HP Photosmart R927 is a decent camera for someone new to digital photography, or to photography in general. Pixel-peepers looking for the best image quality, though, should steer clear

Full review:

Most digital cameras come with the assumption that the user has at least some knowledge of photography -- but not HP's Photosmart R927. It might be the 8-megapixel flagship of the company's camera line, but with a menu and help system that's every bit as slick at its sculpted, brushed-aluminium casing, the Photosmart R927 doesn't require you to know anything to get started with this camera. As in the past with some HP cameras, we were less than satisfied with its image quality. Still, very casual photographers are likely to be pleased with the R927, especially if they're just getting into photography, but discerning users will be disappointed with the final output. Continue Reading...