Wednesday, November 19, 2008

Camcorderinfo.com Select Awards 2008


Camcorderinfo.com has just announced their Select Awards for 2008. Camcorderinfo.com is a tremendously well respected & notoriously tough authority on camcorders.

Samsung has claimed 3 awards in 2008!!

Highlights:

- HMX20 WINS Editor’s Choice for 2008!!
Editor's Pick – Samsung SC-HMX20 – Review, Specs, $669
We could not let the year pass without heaping accolades on the surprise hit, the high definition Samsung SC-HMX20. After years of producing decent but unremarkable camcorders, Samsung's 2008 top of the line model simply blew us away in our lab testing. The performance was nearly unbeatable in any kind of light, offering incredible sharpness, color, and sensitivity. It's also the coolest looking camcorder that has passed through our doors in a long time, with sexy curves and a damn useful swivel grip that allows for handling the likes of which no other camcorder can match. The SC-HMX20 is a great choice for beginners, as the menu and interface are much simpler than the standard full-feature camcorder. Well done, Samsung! Read our full review of the Samsung SC-HMX20 here.

- HMX20 WINS Best Mid-Range Camcorder for 2008!!
Best Mid-range Camcorder – Samsung SC-HMX20 – Review, Specs, $669
The Samsung SC-HMX20 is the strongest camcorder the company has ever released. Recording to SD and SDHC memory cards, the performance is outstanding, the interface is among the simplest in the market, and it looks dead sexy. The huge 1/1.8-inch sensor made for excellent low light results, and the swivel grip allows for some unique handling possibilities. Read our full review of the Samsung SC-HMX20 here.

- MX20- Runner Up, Best Standard Definition Camcorder (2nd only to a camcorder priced $100 higher) Review, Specs, $231

The Samsung SC-MX20 is small, cheap, and slick, making it a great choice for consumers who want a lot of value for only a little green. The MX20 is not the best performing standard definition camcorder, but it compares well to other camcorders in its price range. Most importantly, it's the easiest full-featured camcorder to operate. The menu is laid out in a plain, understandable manner, yet it offers a range of controls and level of quality not attainable by ultra-compact "YouTube" camcorders like the Flip Mino. The MX20 also features a unique swivel grip, allowing for a multiple handling options. Read our full review of the Samsung SC-MX20 here.

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