HP PhotoSmart C935

Early 5-megapixel digital compact camera

HP PhotoSmart C935
55/100
CAMERA SCORE
Features 10
Performance 10
Durability 12
Price 12
Usability 11
Brand HP
Model Q2227A

Key Features

SENSOR 1/1.8-inch CCD sensor, 5.3 megapixels
PROCESSOR HP proprietary image processing engine
AUTOFOCUS Contrast detection AF system
PHASE DETECTION Not applicable for this model
VIDEO 320x240 at 20fps, AVI format
STABILIZATION None
BURST RATE Approx 2 frames per second
VIEWFINDER Optical real-image zoom viewfinder
DISPLAY 2.0-inch TFT LCD, fixed
CONNECTIVITY USB 1.1, A/V out
MEMORY CARD SD/MMC card slot
WEATHER SEALING None, plastic body construction
BATTERY LIFE Uses 2x AA batteries

The Most Important Buttons & Dials — HP PhotoSmart C935

Control / Button / Dial Status Note
Shutter-release Button ✓ Present
Mode Dial ✓ Present
+/- EV (Exposure Compensation) Button ~ Limited Via menu
Dedicated ISO Button ✗ Not Present
Dedicated Aperture Dial / Ring ✗ Not Present
Dedicated Shutter Speed Dial ✗ Not Present
AF-ON Button ✗ Not Present
Main Command Dial ✗ Not Present
Sub-Command Dial ✗ Not Present
Function (Fn) Buttons ✗ Not Present
Joystick / Multi-selector ✓ Present Directional pad
AF-assist / Self-timer Lamp ✓ Present
Monitor Mode Button ✓ Present
Video Record Button ~ Limited Via mode dial
Drive Mode Control ~ Limited Via menu

How-to Use HP PhotoSmart C935

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HP PhotoSmart C935 Exposure Indicators

Optimal exposure Underexposed by 1/3 EV Overexposed by over 2 EV
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The key to the photography is light, and it’s the exposure indicators, where you see how much light your camera sensor sees. These indicators both in monitor and viewfinder show whether the photograph would be under or over-exposed at the current setting. The amount of under or overexposure is shown in increments of 1/3 EV.

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Technical Specification

Sensor 1/1.8-inch CCD
Resolution 5.3 Megapixels
ISO Range Auto, 100, 200, 400
Autofocus Contrast Detect
Shutter Speed 16 to 1/2000 sec
Burst Rate 2 fps
Video 320x240 @ 20fps
Stabilization None
Viewfinder Optical
LCD 2.0-inch TFT
Memory Card SD/MMC
Connectivity USB 1.1
Battery Life 2x AA
Weight 260g
Dimensions 105 x 65 x 40 mm