Printer speed for 4x6 photos on 8550 &/or 8553

Need some feedback on the speed capability of these printers for 4x6 photos in the normal, best and draft modes please. Need to process some 200+ photos in a field environment. 30 seconds each for smaller portables and hope for a bit better speed... maybe???

Hi,
I am presuming it is for the HP Photosmart B8550 or B8553?
I wasn't able to find the normal and best speeds... but found draft on the hp site:
Printing specifications
Print speed
Up to 34 ppm* black text
Up to 32 ppm* color
Up to 90 seconds* for a 330 x 483 mm (13 x 19 inch) draft
Up to 18 seconds* for a fast draft photo
http://www.shopping.hp.com/store/product/product_detail/CB981A%2523B1H
I clicked on the "Specs" tab, and then clicked on "view all specs"
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