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HP Photosmart 8150

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Brand HP 2005
Model Q3399A#ABA
Released Year 2005
Type Printers
Status Discontinued
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Overview

The HP Photosmart 8150 is a color inkjet printer primarily designed for photo printing with six individual ink cartridges to provide an extended color range and better photo quality. It supports high-resolution printing up to 4800 x 1200 optimized dpi, using HP's Vivera inks technology to deliver vibrant and long-lasting prints. The printer includes a 4-inch color LCD screen for previewing and editing photos directly on the device without a computer. Connectivity options include USB 2.0 and PictBridge for direct printing from compatible digital cameras. The device supports various photo paper types and sizes, emphasizing photo print quality over high-speed document printing. It features an integrated memory card reader compatible with multiple card formats for flexible media input.

The Photosmart 8150 uses a print engine optimized for photo reproduction and has a decent print speed for photos; however, its text document printing speed is moderate. It supports borderless photo printing and offers user-adjustable print settings for color correction and cropping. The design and software integration focus heavily on casual home users and amateur photographers needing high-quality photo prints.

Specifications

MPN Q3399A#ABA
Model Photosmart 8150
Technology Inkjet
Connectivity USB 2.0, PictBridge, Memory Card Slot (SD, MMC, CompactFlash, Memory Stick)
Output Type Color
Type Digital Photo Printer
Black Print Speed 20 ppm
Weight 11.9 lbs
Depth 15.4in
Height 6.8in
Width 18.4in
Max. Memory 16MB
Platform M·A·C, PC Products
Extend Printer Technology Inkjet
Duplex Printout Optional
Installed RAM 16MB
Direct Printing Capabilities Print Photos Without a PC
Color Print Speed Up to 20pPM
Computer Operating System Microsoft Windows XP Home, Microsoft Windows 2000, Microsoft Windows XP Professional, Microsoft Windows 98, Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition, Apple Mac OS X
Memory Card Compatibility MultiMediaCard, Memory Stick, CompactFlash Type II, Smartmedia, xD Picture Card, CompactFlash Type I, Secure Digital (Sd)
Form Factor Desktop
Networking Type Wireless Network Adapter (Optional)
Media Type Envelopes, Banners, Transparencies, Photo Paper, Index Cards, Labels, Plain Paper, Greeting Cards, Iron-On Transfers
Printers Special Features Borderless Printing
Max Resolution (Bw) 1200x1200DPI
Panel Color LCD
Monthly Duty Volume 3000 Pages
Max Resolution (Color) 4800x1200DPI
Max Media Size 216x610mm
Media Capacity 370 Pages
Release Date October, 2004
Printer Type Color Inkjet
Print Technology Thermal Inkjet with 6 individual Vivera pigment ink cartridges
Max Print Resolution 4800 x 1200 optimized dpi
Print Speed (Black Text) Up to 20 ppm (draft mode)
Print Speed (Photo) Approximately 1-2 minutes for a 4x6 borderless photo
Display 4-inch color LCD screen
Paper Input Capacity Up to 125 sheets
Supported Paper Sizes Letter, Legal, 4x6, 5x7, 8x10 inches
Borderless Printing Yes
Operating Systems Supported Windows XP/Vista, Mac OS X 10.3 and 10.4 (limited support for newer OS)
Dimensions (W x D x H) 17.3 x 15.5 x 6.9 inches
Power Consumption Approx. 30 watts printing

Key Advantages

The HP Photosmart 8150 offers outstanding photo print quality with its six-ink system producing rich and vivid colors. It provides user-friendly controls with a large LCD touchscreen for easy navigation and photo editing. The integrated card reader broadens connectivity options, allowing direct photo printing from various memory cards without a PC. Support for borderless printing enhances the professional finish of printed photos. Vivera pigment inks enhance the longevity and water resistance of prints. The printer includes various photo sizes support, meeting diverse printing needs for photographers and home users alike.

Limitations

The Photosmart 8150 has a relatively slow document and photo print speed compared to newer printers. Although excellent for photo printing, its text print quality and speed are average. It lacks wireless connectivity options common in more recent printers, limiting convenience with mobile devices. The printer is somewhat bulky and may require considerable desk space. Consumable cost is higher due to six individual ink cartridges, which might be expensive to replace frequently. The device software and drivers are not updated for recent operating systems, impacting compatibility with newer computers.

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