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HP Photosmart 428 Portable Photo Studio reviews
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Manufacturer codeQ7080B
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About the HP Photosmart 428 Portable Photo Studio
HP Q7080B is listed in the photo printers category. The recorded specifications include print technology: Inkjet; duplex printing: No; wi-fi: No. This entry covers manufacturer code Q7080B. Specifications relate to this exact source record; other editions or packages may differ.
The listed print technology is Inkjet. Compare replacement consumable prices and expected page volumes alongside the purchase price. Features such as duplex printing or a scanner should be confirmed independently in the specification table.
- Print technology
- Inkjet
- Maximum resolution
- 4800 x 1200 DPI
- Duplex printing
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet LAN
- No
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HP Photosmart 428 Portable Photo Studio specifications
Manufacturer code: Q7080B · Icecat product 311705 · Checked 22 Sep 2026. Specifications belong to this exact model.
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| Print technology | Inkjet |
|---|---|
| Maximum resolution | 4800 x 1200 DPI |
| Duplex printing | No |
| Wi-Fi | No |
| Ethernet LAN | No |
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Audio & listening3 details
| Acoustic power emissions | 4.8 |
|---|---|
| Acoustic pressure emissions | 36 dB |
| Audio system | Unlimited (depends on memory capacity) |
Processor, memory & storage8 details
| Memory (RAM) | 32 MB |
|---|---|
| Card reader integrated | Yes |
| Compatible memory cards | MMC, SD |
| Minimum processor | Intel Pentium II, PowerPC G3 |
| Minimum RAM | 128 MB |
| Minimum storage drive space | 600 MB |
| Storage temperature (T-T) | -30 - 65 °C |
| Storage relative humidity (H-H) | 15 - 90% |
Camera, image & video10 details
| Focus | Normal, macro |
|---|---|
| Lens focal range | ~0,5 m (normal), 0,1 - 0,8 m (macro) |
| Optical sensor size | 25.4 / 2.5 mm (1 / 2.5") |
| Video capability | Yes |
| Zoom capability | 24x (optical 3x, digital 8x) |
| Camera shutter speed | 2 - 1/2 000 s |
| White balance | Fluorescent, Shade, Tungsten |
| Lens system | 6 - 18 mm; 36 - 108 mm (35 mm); f2,8 - f4,9 |
| Light exposure control | Centre weighted auto exposure metering (AE) |
| Megapixels (approx.) | 5.2 MP |
Printing, scanning & paper14 details
| Print head nozzles | 600 |
|---|---|
| Total output capacity | 20 sheets |
| Maximum paper trays | 1 |
| Custom media sizes | 10 x 15 cm, 10 x 30 cm |
| Duplex print options | None (not supported) |
| Paper handling | 20-sheet 10 x 15 cm photo paper tray, 20-sheet output tray |
| Recommended media weight | Papiers pho- HP jusqu'à 280 |
| Standard media sizes | 10 x 15 cm, 10 x 30 cm |
| Power consumption (printing) | 4.5 W |
| Standard input trays | 1 |
| Camera resolution | 690 x 1 pixels |
| Effective sensor resolution | 2620 pixels |
| Colour printing technology | Photoret III |
| Print quality (colour, best quality) | 4800 DPI |
Connections & wireless3 details
| I/O ports | 1 USB |
|---|---|
| Connectivity technology | Wired |
| Networking features | N |
Power & battery2 details
| Charging time | 4 h |
|---|---|
| Power supply type | Camera: 2x AA (Photo Lithium, rechargeable NiMH), AC adapter / printer dock Printer: External power supply module |
Controls & features3 details
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 0 - 50 °C |
|---|---|
| Recommended operating temperature range (T-T) | 15 - 35 °C |
| Control panel | 5.0 colour LCD on camera for taking, previewing, selecting and editing individual photos. Enhanced control panel includes the following functions: "Menu", "Zoom", "Print", "Cancel", "Save to PC", "Connect to TV". |
Design & dimensions8 details
| Product colour | Black, White |
|---|---|
| Width | 227 mm |
| Depth | 116 mm |
| Height | 162 mm |
| Weight | 1.25 kg |
| Maximum dimensions (W x D x H) | 227 x 236 x 162 mm |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 227 x 116 x 162 mm |
| Approximate page yield (A4, colour) | 90 pages |
Software & compatibility5 details
| Electromagnetic compatibility | IEC 61000-4-2: 1995, IEC 61000-4-3: 1995, IEC 61000-4-4: 1995, IEC 61000-4-5: 1995, IEC 61000-4-6: 1996, IEC 61000-4-11: 1994, IATA 902, EN55022 CISPR 22: 1997, EN55022 CISPR 22: 1997, FCC Partie 15 Classe B |
|---|---|
| Export file formats | JPEG (EXIF 2.2) |
| Bundled software | HP Image Zone software for Windows and Macintosh with HP Instant Share |
| Mac compatibility | Yes |
| Compatible operating systems | Microsoft Windows 98, 2000 Prof, Me, XP Edition, XP Prof; Mac OS X v 10.1.5, 10.2 |
Further product details14 details
| Market positioning | Home & office |
|---|---|
| Page description languages | PML |
| Safety | IEC 60950: 1999; EN 60950: 2000; UL 1950/CSA22.2 n° 950, troisième édition: 1995; NOM 019-SCFI-1993; GB4943: 2001 |
| Maximum input capacity | 20 sheets |
| Maximum input capacity for cards | 20 |
| Recommended media | Papier photo: 10 x 15 cm, 10 x 30 cm, papier ordinaire accepté |
| PictBridge | No |
| Minimum system requirements | CD-ROM 4x, SVGA (800 x 600), USB, CD-ROM 4x, SVGA (800 x 600, 16 bits), USB |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 15 - 85% |
| Power requirements | 2 AA |
| Self-timer delay | 10 s |
| Page yield (photo) | HP Grey Photo Inkjet Print Cartridge (15 ml) 80 10 x 15 cm photos (+/- 10%)* |
| Technical features | 5.2 MP camera, 24x total zoom with HP Precision 3x Optical Lens and 8x digital zoom. True-to-life colour printing with HP Vivera Inks for photos that last for generations*. Edit photos using the on-printer tools including zoom, crop, rotate and more. Edit |
| Service & support | One-year limited hardware warranty backed by HP service and support. |
Packaging & supplied accessories2 details
| Package weight | 2.4 kg |
|---|---|
| Package dimensions (WxDxH) | 300 x 200 x 262 mm |
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What is the listed print technology for HP Photosmart 428 Portable Photo Studio?
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What is the listed maximum resolution for HP Photosmart 428 Portable Photo Studio?
The source specification records maximum resolution as 4800 x 1200 DPI. This is a specification, not an independent performance measurement. Check the exact model and the original critic reviews for real-world results.
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