HP PhotoSmart R707 - Expert Reviews

Review summary: HP recently introduced a 5.1-megapixel point-and-shoot camera that finally adds a level of chic to its Photosmart range. Read our Australian preview.

Review summary: The new hp photosmart R707 digital camera is sleek, stylish, and metal fronted with a 5.1 megapixel CCD which needless to say is more than enough for a normal picture size. It also has 3x optical zoom and 8x digital zoom. It hosts a wide array of ...

Verdict: The R707 is a standard digital camera that makes itself standout with its extra quirks and features.

Review summary: The HP Photosmart R707 has an unusual look. The rubberlike texture of its black body feels secure in the hand, and a polished metal plate covers its front. Though only slightly larger than the Canon PowerShot S500, the R707 is lighter, has a few more ...

Verdict: In our image quality tests, the R707 scored moderately well, producing reasonably sharp pictures with bright, accurate colors. It performed a little below average in the flash test, however: Our test photo had muted colors and overexposed skin tones

Review summary: A compact camera aimed at making digital photography easy for anyone, the R707 mostly hits its mark. Pros: Relatively easy to use. ...

Pros: Relatively easy to use. Interesting in-camera functions (post-red-eye, adaptive lighting). Good image quality.

Cons: Short on dedicated controls. No recharger included. No shutter priority setting.

Review summary: The R707 also features the world's first in-camera, red-eye removal which instantly touches up pictures to stop those demonic glares that are the ruin of every snapper's photo albums.

Verdict: For such an extremely reasonable price you could do a lot worse.