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Thursday, January 6, 2011

[CES 2011] Fujifilm unleashes a storm of new Camera at CES 2011 with eleven models

Following is an article from Akihabaranews about Fujifilm's new digital camera held at CES 2011.


Fujifilm unleash a storm of new Camera at CES 2011 with eight eleven models

We had yet to hear about Japanese camera manufacturers announcing something at CES, and well it seems that Fujifilm started the dance by announcing no less than eleven new models.

FinePix HS20EXR

The HS20EXR is Fujifilm’s flagship model and comes as a “Bridge”. This 16Mpix Camera comes with an improved dual IS, TTL Flash metering, HD (1080p) video recording, EXR technology, RAW Support, as well as a high-speed movies mode going up to 320fps.


FinePix F550EXR

Maybe the most interesting, as far as I am concerned, of all models introduced at CES. The F550EXR is a very capable point & shoot with a 16Mpix EXR CMOS and a nice 3” LCD monitor, capable of shooting photos at 11fps and shooting video in Full HD. This model also includes RAW file capture, and a nice motion panorama 360-degree shooting mode. But what I like the most on this F550EXR is its convenient GPS module allowing you to geo-tag each and any one of your photos.


FinePix S3400 and S2950

Both models come with a 14Mpix sensor, a 3” LCD monitor, 720p video mode with AF, HDMI out, Smile and Blink Detection, Face Recognition, ISO 6400 Max, and Dual IS, but only the S3400 comes with a 28x optical zoom while the S2950 comes with only 18x optical zoom.


FinePix XP20 and XP30


Fujifilm’s only Adventureproof cameras that are Shockproof, Waterproof and Dust/Freezeproof available at CES this year. Both models come with a 14Mpix sensor, a 5x Optical Zoom, Tracking AF, CCD Shift Image IS, Motion Panorama, 720p video and capable to withstand falls from up to 1.5 meters high, water 5 meters down, cold to -10°C and dust/sandproof. If both models are technically similar, only the X30 comes with a GPS.


FinePix Z90



The most stylish of them all, the Z90 is a compact 14Mpix Camera with a 720p video mode, Motion Panorama mode, a 5x Optical Zoom, Tracking AF, Digital IS and a nice little 3” touchscreen.


FinePix T200



The T200 is an entry-level 14Mpix Camera with a 10x optical Zoom, 720p video, Motion Panorama Dual IS and a very handy high contrast 2.7” LCD screen.


FinePix JX300 and JV200



Both cameras come with a 14Mpix sensor, but only the JX300 features a 5x optical zoom, while its little brother the JV200 only comes with a 3x optical one. Both feature a 720p video mode, a Digital IS, Face detection, with Smile and Blink detection.


FinePix AX3000 and AV230



The last two models introduced at CES 2011 are entry-level cameras with a 14Mpix sensor, 720p video mode, Motion Panorama Mode, Face Detection with Smile and Blink Detection, Intelligent Scene Recognition and Digital Image Stabilization, a High Contrast 2.7-inch LCD Screen, a 5x Fujinon Optical Zoom Lens for the AX300 and 3x for the AV230.

But maybe the most interesting aspect of these two models is their need of only 2 AA batteries widely available even in the most remote village that you may find.



Read more: http://en.akihabaranews.com/79364/cameras/fujifilm-unleash-a-storm-of-new-camera-at-ces-2011-with-eight-eleven-models


[CES 2011] Five new Cameras from Samsung at CES 2011 with DualView ST700, PL170 and PL120 / WB210 and PL210

Following is an article from Akihabara about Samsung's new digital camera held at CES2011.

Five new Cameras from Samsung at CES 2011 with DualView ST700, PL170 and PL120 / WB210 and PL210

Count on the Korean giant to make sure that CES will not be a waste of your time this year again, and the company introduced no less than five new models again with the usual DualViews ones including this year the ST700 and PL170, two cameras offering a pair of LCD, one on the back and one on the front, with for the ST700 a 16.1Mpix sensor, a 5x optical Zoom, Dual IS, and a 3” touchscreen as well as a 720p video mode and ISO up to 3200. The PL1700 on the other hand does come with a smaller (1.5”) front LCD and no HD video capability. While the latest model, the PL120 just comes with a 2.7” rear LCD monitor.

The WB210 and PL210, are on the other hand more “conservative” and does not come with a dual monitor, but comes with a 14Mpix sensor, a 3” monitor, and a 12x optical zoom for the WB210 and only 10x for the PL210.

CES, Las Vegas – January 5, 2011 – Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd, a global leader in digital media and digital convergence technologies, announced today the launch of three new DualView compact cameras, reinforcing the company’s ownership of this area of the market and taking dual screen technology to the next level. The new ST700, PL170 and PL120 offer a unique combination of high image quality, fun and engaging special features, and complete usability, which together with Samsung’s innovative dual screen technology adds up to a premium compact camera package for easy to capture self portraits.


The ST700 represents the ultimate in dual screen innovation from Samsung. The new camera boasts a 1.8” front LCD screen, the largest ever incorporated into this style of camera, giving even more opportunities for portrait self-shooting, which has become the hallmark of the DualView camera. The impressive front screen is complemented by a new 3.0” touch screen with Smart Access UI on the back of the camera for seamless usability and clear, crisp image display. The ST700 doesn’t lose out on quality either. With a 16.1 Megapixel (MP) image sensor and a 26mm 5x optical zoom lens for innovative image capturing, the ST700 is the most advanced DualView camera to date, allowing you to be part of the perfect moment.



The PL170 and PL120 will bring the added value of dual screen technology to all camera users, letting every photographer get out from behind the lens and start self-shooting in style. In addition to the bright 1.5” front screens that allow you to perfectly frame your portrait, these two models also incorporate the Easy Self Shot feature from the ST700, which allows you to turn on only the front screen for added privacy.



Samsung first brought the DualView technology innovation to the market towards the end of 2009. Since then, additional models have strengthened Samsung’s presence in this field, while also rapidly expanding the company’s market share within compact cameras as a whole.



“We are very proud that our DualView technology has struck such a chord with our customers and we are determined to make sure that we continue to innovate with this unique technology,” said Mr. Hyunho Chung, Executive Vice President and Head of the Digital Imaging Business, Samsung Electronics. “Last year we introduced dual screen technology on many more of our products such as the ST600 and ST100. In 2011, we will do the same, while also showcasing our innovation with the unprecedented ST700, simply the best dual screen camera we have ever made. We look forward to these products improving our customers’ lives in the same way that they have helped us to grow our market share over the past two years, and we will continue to innovate to make sure we have complete ownership of this area of the market.”



Picture Perfect Portraits

DualView cameras were designed with self-portrait photography in mind, and the new models take this to the next level to ensure you can place yourself in the perfect moment. In addition to the innovative new Easy Self Shot feature, the ST700 also includes a new Children mode that allows you to create your own animations to keep kids happy and engaged when you want to capture those special family memories. All three models use 26mm lenses for a wider and deeper perspective that is ideal for portraits. The ST700 and PL170 have 16.1MP sensors for some of the sharpest images available, with the PL120 at 14.2MP.



Seamlessly Simple to use

For the new ST700 model, Samsung has also used its strength in the Smartphone market to develop a new Smart Access user interface (UI). The touch-based UI works in the same quick, intuitive way as many Smartphones, meaning that everyone will find the ST700 quick and easy to operate, and that even advanced functions can be simply done using a few touches of the buttons on the large, clear 3.0” wide touch LCD screen. The Smart Access UI enables users to drag, click and control ‘app-style’ icons, easily flip through photos, and control a range of the camera’s features.



Fun for all the Family

The three new models also take on a sense of fun, which is a big part of the DualView photography experience – putting artistic, professional pictures within reach of even novice users. All three models come equipped with a HD Movie recording feature, so you have the control to capture great videos alongside your still images. The Smart 2.0 filters, such as ‘soft focus’, ‘half-tone dot’ and ‘cinema’ sit alongside more common features such as ‘fish-eye’, ‘miniature’ and ‘sketch’ in the three new models, giving entertaining and professional finishes at the touch of a button. You can also deploy the newly added Magic Frame feature to instantly create formatted postcards or posters to share with your friends and family. By simply pre-selecting the template available on the camera and then taking your picture, the photo will automatically appear on selected template for original photo display. In addition, the ST700 and PL170 feature an HDMI output feature which provides seamless connectivity to your TV, and also come in four great stylish colors. Making a poster or a fun post card of you with friends has never been easier with the Magic frame capability.



Smarter than Ever

All three new models also include Samsung’s Smart Auto feature, which works for both still and video images. The system analyzes key elements of your shot like brightness, color and motion and automatically adjusts the camera’s settings to get the perfect shot. Smart Auto includes 16 different modes for images and four for video. Users also have the option of controlling advanced features by selecting manual control.



CES, Las Vegas – January 5, 2011 – Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd, a global leader in digital media and digital convergence technologies, has today announced the launch of the WB210 and PL210 – two high zoom, wide angle cameras which boast intuitive features that make it easier than ever to take great pictures on the go. Both cameras have been designed to deliver clear and detailed pictures, all packed into a sleek and super-portable body.



The WB210 boasts a long 12x optical super zoom lens set in a slim-line 22.4mm body, to make capturing distant subjects in perfect detail easier than ever. The new camera also includes the option of a 21mm wide angle setting, through its super wide shot mode, to get deeper shots at close range – perfect for capturing landscape scenes or big groups of friends when on the move. The WB210 also includes 14 Megapixel photo quality, for crystal clear pictures, and a large 3.5” touch screen with Samsung’s new Smart Access UI system to deliver unprecedented usability. The camera also delivers HD quality movie recording, as well as face detection to ensure you never miss your family and friends in your pictures.



If you’re looking for simplicity and great shots, the PL210 offers a comprehensive set of features to help capture better images, with ease. It features a 10x optical zoom with 27mm wide angle lens in a body measuring just 19.7mm to ensure portability, and a large 3.0 LCD screen for an enjoyable photographic experience every time. The PL210 also provides high image quality with its 14 Megapixel sensor and HD movie capabilities.

“At Samsung our continuing goal is to offer our customers the industry’s best quality and value, using our innovations to create an easy and enjoyable photography experience for everyone,” said Mr. Hyunho Chung, Executive Vice President and Head of the Digital Imaging Business, Samsung Electronics. “These new additions to our compact camera range – the WB210 and PL210 – are at the heart of this goal, by giving people easy-to-use devices that can take high quality pictures and movies at an affordable price. Thanks to our ongoing commitment and investment in optical and digital technology, we are able to pack strong features into small and compact cameras. And thanks to our expertise in other areas such as mobile phones, we can deliver unique innovations like the intuitive new Smart Access UI system, which delivers ultimate ease of use and ensures you can get the most out of your camera every time.”



Super Long Zooms

The WB210 and PL210 both incorporate powerful long zooms, for detailed pictures on the go. The WB210 features a 12x optical zoom, while the PL210 includes a 10x optical zoom. Additionally, the WB210’s optional 21mm wide angle lens, when set to super wide shot mode, provides users with the opportunity to capture great panoramic or distance shots. The cameras are also portable enough for easy travel.



Enjoy Smart Features

Both cameras feature Smart Filter 2.0 – the next generation in Samsung’s special effect filter technology. Smart Fliter 2.0 gives users the opportunity to change the mood of their still images and movies with new modes including; Soft Focus for smoother looking images, Half Tone Dot effect for a unique dot patterned image, Old Movie for a retro style shot and an Enhanced Movie Filter to capture the unique feeling of a special day within your films.



To enhance the intuitive nature of the camera, the WB210 includes the innovative Smart-Access user interface, delivering easy access and control and the emotional satisfaction to smart-phone friendly users. The UI function also allows users to drag, click and control ‘app-style’ icons, easily flip through photos, and control camera’s features including aperture and shutter speed.




Read more: http://en.akihabaranews.com/79380/camcorder/five-new-cameras-from-samsung-at-ces-2011-with-dualview-st700-pl170-and-pl120-wb210-and-pl210


Wednesday, May 26, 2010

Monday, April 19, 2010

[2010CES] Samsung NX10 Presentation

Following is a link to a presentation in video about Samsung NX10 mirrorless digital camera that was shown in the 2010 CES.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OfR8ng_5wAM


Monday, April 27, 2009

Review: CES: Samsung packs camcorder with SSD for fast start



Camcorders with hard-disk drives have been available for some years and offer a simpler solution than tape-based systems for people who want to edit video on a PC. The new SSD camcorder has all the same advantages and improves over hard-disk drives in some areas.

Most notably the startup time for the SSD model is virtually instant. Users can start recording as soon as the camera is switched on compared with having to wait up to five seconds with the hard-disk drive model.

The SSD models are also lighter, more resilient to vibration and shock and operate more quietly than hard-disk models, Samsung said.

Samsung will offer three SSD-equipped models. The HMX-H106 offers 64GB of recording space and can be expanded using an SD memory card.

Two additional models, the HMX-H105 and - H104, offer 32GB and 16GB of space, respectively. A fourth model, the HMX-H100, has no SSD and requires the use of an SD card.

The cameras record in 1920-by-1080 pixel full high-definition using the MPEG4 H.264 format, and the 64GB of recording space on the top-end model works out to 12 hours of recording time, said Samsung.

Pricing for the camcorders wasn't immediately announced. The H105, H104 and H100 will be available in the US from March while the H106 will follow in April. Launch plans for overseas markets also were not announced.


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http://www.macworld.co.uk/news/index.cfm?newsid=24219


Thursday, April 16, 2009

Samsung introduces us to its H-Series of HD camcorders



It's CES week, so gadgets aplenty are on the agenda, including this latest collection of HD camcorders from Samsung - The HMX-H106, HMX-H105, HMX-H104, and HMX-H100. All camcorders are packed with full HD sensors and a Schneider Kreuznach Varioplan HD lens with Optical Image Stabilization and 10x optical zoom. So, we're looking at a bunch of super superior cameras. But it's the H106 that really steals the spotlight, with its 64GB SSD - a HD camcorder first.

Thursday, March 26, 2009

CE: Samsung debuts H-Series of HD camcorders, first with 64GB SSD



CrazyEngineers annouonced Samsung's H series camcorders.


You should've known that Canon wouldn't be able to introduce a new family of HD camcorders without Samsung hitting back with a crew of its own, so it's with that in mind that we present Samsung's H-Series.
The HMX-H106, HMX-H105, HMX-H104, and HMX-H100 all arrive with Full HD sensors and a Schneider Kreuznach Varioplan HD lens with Optical Image Stabilization, but it's the H106 that really steals the show. Said device is the first Full HD camcorder to incorporate a 64GB SSD within, while the H105 and H104 offer up 32GB and 16GB SSDs, respectively; as for the H100, you'll be providing your own SD / SDHC card before anything gets recorded. The whole crew utilizes H.264 compression, meaning that the big daddy can hold 12 hours of footage at Full HD resolution. Mum's the word on pricing / availability, but the full release is waiting just after the break.

Wednesday, March 11, 2009

Samsung launch six new digital camcorders at CES



Samsung Electronics has unveiled six new digital camcorders at the 2009 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, Nevada.


It has five new full-HD models called HMX-H100, HMX-H104, HMX-H105, HMX-H106,HMX-R10 and the SMX-F34 - a YouTube compatible compact digital camcorder. Several of the new camcorders feature internal, flash based Solid State Drives (SSD), providing higher capacity, and faster, more durable onboard memory. “The new H-Series digital camcorders utilise H.264 compression, which significantly increases recording time,” a spokesman for Samsung said.

“They also capture 4.7 mega-pixel digital still photos, feature HDMI connections for playback as well as Optical Image Stabilisation to make shooting HD video easy.”Samsung’s newly introduced SMX-F34 is the company’s next generation YouTube compatible compact digital camcorder.

Building on the success of the SC MX20, the SMX-F34 offers users battery life of up to three hours, as well as added features, including built-in memory, digital still photo capability, and Samsung’s 42x Intelli-Zoom. The SMX-F34 will be available in four colours, including Midnight Black, Sunset Red, Galaxy Silver, and Deep Ocean Blue.



Tuesday, March 10, 2009

Samsung SMX F34 camcorder



Building on the the company's SC-MX20 camcorder, Samsung's SMX F34 offers built-in memory, digital still photo capability, and the 42x Intelli-Zoom which allows users to go beyond the camcorder's 34x optical zoom.



The SMX-F34 includes a memory card slot for SD/SDHC and also offers 16GB of internal flash memory. It also has a 680K pixel CCD sensor delivers a resolution of 720x480 It will be available in four colors, including black, red, silver, and blue, all with silver trim.

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Friday, March 6, 2009

Samsung SMX-F34 YouTube-friendly camcorder announced at CES 2009




In addition to the four H-series camcorders announced at CES, the SMX-F34 was also given a look-in. Dubbed as the ‘company’s next generation YouTube compatible compact digital camcorder’, it has a 34x optical zoom and 42x Intelli-Zoom.


16GB of internal storage, otherwise the memory card slot will take SD/SDHC cards. The resolution is alright at 720 x 480 – not the greatest, but we imagine the price will reflect that. Up to eight hours of standard definition when video is saved on the flash memory.


The main attraction of the SMX-F34 is the compatibility with YouTube, specifically the Web &
Mobile shooting mode which shoots in the exact resolution best suited to YouTube.


Photos can be taken at a 800 x 600 resolution, and that 42x Intelli-Zoom means you can get further than the 34x optical zoom ‘without sacrificing image quality’, according to Samsung. The LCD screen measures 2.7-inches, and it’s available in black, red, silver and blue.

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Thursday, February 19, 2009

Best Performance Compact Cameras of CES 2009



Samsung is attacking the performance compact market with the introduction of the Samsung HZ10w.


Handsome and unassuming, the Samsung HZ10w handled like an average compact and felt smaller than the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 in our hands. Here at CES, we were impressed with the HZ10w's 24mm wide-angle lens, allowing us to frame more booth babes into our shots without having to back up significantly.

Samsung also went with new lenses this year, and the HZ10w struts with Schneider optics. Also noteworthy was the Samsung HZ10w's 10x optical zoom, which is a triumph, given the camera's compact size. The Samsung HZ10w shoots 720P 30fps video utilizing H.264 compression, which are specs that promise excelled video quality compared to Motion-JPEG. In back, the Samsung HZ10w has a 2.7" LCD, but we feel that Samsung could have easily fit a 3-incher on the back.
Nearly one third of the back is engulfed by a circular directional pad and three buttons. In other news, we like the shutter button zoom toggle, advanced manual control and Optical Image Stabilization. Overall, we liked what we saw, but it wasn't enough to dissuade us from the venerable Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3. Price: $300. Release: January 2009.

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Samsung charts roadmap to be digicam number one



Last year, Samsung said it was aiming to be among the top three brands for digital cameras, and it seems the company has almost met its aim.


The Korean chaebol has just revealed an even more ambitious plan--to be the number one digicam brand within the next two or three years. Kim Soo Bong, vice president of the Strategy Marketing Team for the Digital Camera Division in Samsung Techwin, told CNET Asia that while many manufacturers, including Samsung, are sharing the number three position in the global digicam market now, the company is an "outstanding number three". He said this is possible because the company will differentiate itself from competitors by offering unique design, friendly user interface, better image quality, and superior performance.

Some key trends which Samsung will adopt for its snappers this year would be wide-angle optics, intelligent automatic shooting mode, and most importantly, user-friendliness. While Samsung's forecast for the digicam market this year isn't too optimistic, it will not adopt a lower pricing strategy. Compared to bigger players such as Canon and Sony, the Korean company admitted that its imaging products are not as strong.

However, it is sure of its direction and will attempt to win consumers' hearts by improving its shooters instead of using price point as an incentive. Regarding the hybrid system which was announced last year, Kim told us the camera is still under development. As to when it will be made available, he said 2010 is a good estimate but that the the company will analyze the market first for possible advantages. With regard to the pricing, Kim said this is undecided yet but will definitely be made affordable to consumers.

This shooter will probably compete in the same segment as the Micro Four Thirds system which is currently implemented only in the Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1. Click here for more information on Samsung's digicam lineup for CES.

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CES 2009: Best digital camera announcements so far



I love the specs on this camera: It’s a 10.2-megapixel 10x megazoom that’s relatively compact at just 4.13 x 2.4 x 1.4 inches. But what I really like is its ultra-wide lens, which goes from 24mm to 240mm (equivalent).


It offers the usual raft of features that are becoming ubiquitous (e.g., face, smile and blink detection) as well as both optical and digital image stabilization. Of particular interest is the ability to capture video in 720p high-definition at 30 fps, with both optical image stabilization and the 10x optical zoom being functional during video recording.

A nice touch is the ability to pause video recording and then resuming without having to save the clips as individual files. The HZ10W also serves up plenty of manual controls, such as shutter speed, focus, aperture, and exposure settings.

The camera will be available this month at a list price of $299.99. (Samsung also announced two other cameras–read Andrew Nusca’s post from Vegas here.)

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Samsung debuts 64GB SSD full-HD camcorder





Samsung Electronics has extended its line of full-HD digital camcorders with four new models - the HMX-H106, HMX-H105, HMX-H104, and HMX-H100.

In addition to full HD video, the new H-Series offers a renowned Schneider Kreuznach Varioplan HD lens with Optical Image Stabilization, H.264 and internal Solid State Drives to provide onboard memory. Samsung's new flagship HMX-H106 features an internal 64GB Solid State Drive (SSD), increasing both write performance and dramatically reduces power consumption. The company claims that when actively reading and writing data, Samsung's SSD technology consumes approximately 1/8th of the power of a comparable HDD.

The HMX-H105 and HMX-H104 offer 32GB and 16GB SSDs, respectively, and like the HMX-H106, also allow consumers to expand memory capacity using an SD/SDHC memory card. The lowest-end HMX H100 does not feature an internal SSD and requires the use of a SD/SDHC memory card.

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Wednesday, February 18, 2009

Samsung provides interesting feature set for new megazoom camera



The new 10-megapixel HZ10W from Samsung looks wonderful on paper. A compact camera with a 10x megazoom wide-angle 24mm Schneider lens and a whole mess of features.



You get 720p HD video capture at 30fps using H.264 for good-quality compression and the zoom works while shooting. The video mode also allows you to pause and resume capture so you don't end up with a bunch of small files. There's optical image stabilization, too, so your photos aren't a blurry mess when that lens is extended.

And for those that like lots of control, you'll be able to adjust the HZ10W's settings manually for things like shutter speed, aperture, exposure, and focus. I also wouldn't doubt the inclusion of multiple settings for color, sharpness, and contrast.

The HZ10W is available in January 2009 with a sub-$300 price tag.

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Samsung Cams Go Ultrawide, Ultraslim



During four digital camera announcements at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas today, Samsung introduced a wide-angle, 10X-optical-zoom camera that ranges from an extremely wide 24mm on the wide-angle end to 240mm on the telephoto end. In wide-angle capability, the Samsung HZ10W is the league leader at this year's CES among fixed-lens cameras.



The 10.2-megapixel HZ10W, which will be available in January for $300, also features a 720p high-definition shooting mode (30 frames per second with the H.264 codec) that saves video clips as one file, even after the shooter pauses the recording. Also in the mix are dual optical/digital image stabilization and today's usual host of face-detection, smile-trigger, and red-eye-correction modes.

In addition to the HZ10W, Samsung announced the ultracompact, 12.2-megapixel TL100, which is just 16.6 millimeters thick.

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Samsung reveals four camcorders in H series launch at CES 2009



Samsung unleashed four new models of camcorders on the CES attendees today, the HMX-H106, HMX-H105, HMX-H104 and HMX-H100.


All feature Schneider Kreuznach Varioplan 37mm HD lens along with Optical Image Stabilisation, and SSDs. 10x optical zooms finishes up the similiarities.
Starting with the flagship HMX-H106, it’s features 64GB of SSD memory, a world first, along with a SD/SDHC memory card slot.

The HMX-H105 and HMX-104 boast 32GB and 16GB SSDs plus the card slots, whereas the HMX-100 skips the SSD in favour of the card slot. The HMC-H104 records up to three hours, the HMX-H105 six hours and the HMX-H106 12 hours.

Each has a 2.7-inch LCD screen, built-in strobe flash, and a still
photo mode for 4.7-megapixel pics.
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Samsung Unveils First Camcorders With Solid-State Drives



Samsung on Wednesday introduced five high-definition camcorders, three of them the company claims are the first to use internal solid-state drives.


The camcorders,
introduced at the International Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, include the HMX-H106, HMX-H105, and HMX-H104, which have storage capacities of 64 GB, 32 GB, and 16 GB, respectively. In terms of recording times, the largest drive holds 12 hours of high-definition video, the middle drive six hours, and the smallest device three hours.

Samsung said its SSDs offer several advantages over hard-disk drives, which are typically used in camcorders with capacities of 32 GB and 64 GB. SSD are lighter, smaller and have no moving parts, which makes them quieter and more reliable, the company said.

In addition, the SSDs use one-eighth of the power of a compatible HDD and are more resistant to shock and vibrations, Samsung said. They also have faster read/write speeds and
boot up quicker.

Each of the camcorders features a 2.2-megapixel
CMOS imaging sensor, a 10x optical zoom, and a Schneider Kreuznach Varioplan HD lens. The products also include image stabilization technology to help counteract shaky video and blurring. The devices also can take 4.7-megapixel digital still photos.

Samsung introduced two HD camcorders that require the use of separate
memory cards, the HMX-H100 and the HMX-R10. The latter device can also take 9 megapixel still photos and has a 5x optical zoom and a swiveling 2.7-inch touch-screen LCD.

In addition, Samsung unveiled its second-generation compact camcorder that can record in the format and
resolution required by YouTube, resulting in faster upload times to the online video network. The SMX-F34 differs from the previous generation in that it can also take digital still photos. The new product has 16-GB of flash memory for storing up to eight hours of standard-definition video.

Prices for the new products weren't disclosed. The HMX-H106 is scheduled to be available in April, the HMX-H105, -H104 and -H100 in March; the HMX-R10 in the summer and the SMX-F34 in the spring.


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Tuesday, February 17, 2009

SAMSUNG USING SOLID-STATE DRIVES IN CAMCORDERS



Samsung is releasing a posse of high-definition camcorders that store video on internal solid-state drives. The flagship of Samsung's line, the HMX-H106, is the first camcorder to come stocked with a 64-gigabyte SSD.


Until now, camcorder makers have employed a variety of storage media, including tape, DVDs, flash memory and small hard drives.

Just as in high-end laptops that use SSDs rather than conventional hard drives, SSD storage is likely to yield a significant improvement in performance for camcorders.
Samsung has also announced two other SSD models, the HMX-H105 (with a 32-gigabyte SSD) and HMX-H104 (with a 16-gigabyte SSD). The camcorders enable users to expand memory capacity by adding an SD/SDHC memory card.

The new camcorders employ H.264 compression technology, and Samsung says the HMX-H106 can store up to 12 hours of HD video in fine mode.
The H105 and H104 will be available in March, and the H106 in April.
Samsung did not provide prices for the camcorders.

— Rik Fairlie
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Monday, February 16, 2009

Samsung HZ10W Digital Camera First Impression Review



Fresh from the floor of CES, we bring you Samsung's new not-quite-ultra-zoom camera, the HZ10W.


This model manages to fit an impressive 10x zoom as well as a decent wide angle lens into a body not much bigger than a standard point-and-shoot. It also houses a 10-megapixel sensor, and will sell for $299.99 in January.
Based on our brief experience with this camera, we were really impressed by the quality of the components and the menu system, but less so with the slow lens. Read on for more of our First Impressions of this camera, keeping in mind that they are based on a pre-production sample, and that image quality can't be judged without taking a final camera into our labs for analysis.

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