HP Photosmart R742 Digital Camera HP Photosmart R742 Digital Camera The $129.99 HP Photosmart R742 proves that a budget-priced camera doesn’t necessarily have to come with a lot of excuses. It delivers 7-megapixel resolution, software-based image stabilization, a 3x optical zoom lens, handy shooting modes... Low price; small, lightweight; rugged construction; 3x optical zoom; image stabilization; context-sensitive help Some photos were darker than expected; video limited to 320x240; burst mode limited to three shots Small and inexpensive doesnt have to be bad—the R742 is well-constructed and produces generally good-quality photos. The image stabilization, shooting modes, and context-sensitive help make this a worthy pick for a beginning digital photographer... The body of the HP Photosmart R742 is metal clad, with a speckled finish accented by bright areas. The lens retracts fully into the body, and when powered off, the cameras body is smooth and takes little room in a pocket or a purse. Good image quality when using 7M Best and in bright daylight, Some Scene modes, Very simple to use, 25inch monitor, Compact and metalclad Monitor difficult to see in daylight, Some noise as of 100 ISO, Compression too strong, Camera returns to the Auto mode and Auto flash when turned off, No optical viewfinder The Photosmart R742 is a basic point-and-shoot, and makes no pretense to be anything else. Clearly designed to fit the need of the occasional user, or the user that wants a no-fuss camera, the HP R742 is simple to operate and very economically priced. ...