Samsung SMX-K40 FlashCam

Here is a review about Samsung K40 flash camera. It wasn't long ago when the most popular format for camcorders was mini DV tape. Simple to use but hard to transfer over to a computer. Recently manufacturers are opting for hard drive and SD card solutions for video storage. This allows for easy transfer to a computer for editing and burning to a DVD. Today we take a look at Samsung's latest ultra light camcorder the SMX-K40. The SMX-K40 features near HD quality video at a lower than HD price. The unit can record standard definition video at a resolution of 720�480, and then can be played back on an HDTV in near full-HD quality. Thanks to advanced upscaling technology and built in HDMI connectivity. The unit comes in three different colors, black, Blue, and silver. Again Samsung has fitted this unit as with previous units with a World class Schneider-KREUZNACH lens. This lens is known for its clear and vivid images by correcting chromatic aberration and distortion. It also features an Optical Image Stabilizer and Samsung's Intelli-zoom. The Optical Image Stabilizer prevents shake by means of center plate positioning that moves in the opposite direction of the shaking. While on top of the 52X optical zoom, the 65X Intelli-zoom lets you get up close and personal even from far away. Recharging the unit can be accomplished by two ways. The standard DC adapter and also via a USB cable. Battery life for the unit is 120 minutes.

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Samsung K45 Camcorder: Camcorder zooms in on the action

The Vancouver Sun posted an article about Samsung's digital camcorder, SMX-K40.

SMX-K40 Camcorder, Samsung, Cdn $350

Samsung's K40 and K45 camcorders capture video at standard definition 720 x 480 but then let you upscale your video for high definition television via an HDMI connection. The camcorder has a built-in HDMI output but you have to buy the HDMI cable separately.

A whopping 65-times zoom will bring your videos to the forefront -- that would have come in handy this summer when I was shooting some truly spectacular action of daredevil kayakers running the Sechelt Rapids known as one of the most turbulent stretches of water in the world with waves reaching as high as three metres. Unfortunately without a powerful zoom, the kayaker was hardly a speck in the surging waters.

It also doesn't require that you have your own computer nearby to transform your videos into files for sharing. Samsung's intellistudio, a built-in program lets you edit and play your videos on any computer without having to install software.

It charges either through the AC adapter that's included or via USB when the camcorder is connected to a computer. To check back on videos in the LCD screen, the camcorder shows them with an animating thumbnail that gives a short playback of the file. http://www.samsung.com/.

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