CES Results: Samsung's New Cameras at the International Consumer Electronics Show
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Last week, the international consumer electronics exhibition CES 2013 was held - perhaps the most high-profile event in the year for all companies in one way or another connected with the production, assembly and development of technologies and software for consumer electronics in all its manifestations: from banal household appliances to hot innovations like flexible OLED displays and the latest mobile processors. Below we have collected all the most interesting news that Samsung presented for the four days of the exhibition, from January 8 to 11. Some products are already on sale, others have yet to find their place in the domestic market. Anyway, under the cut you will find a lot of interesting things.
Even before the launch of CES 2013, press releases began to roll in from the Samsung head office, announcing new products in the categories of Home Appliances and Cameras. The first is not very interesting for us, so let's take a closer look at the new Samsung cameras.
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NX300
This is the new flagship model in the popular Samsung NX Compact System Camera (CSC) series. Along with it, Samsung also introduced the new NX 45mm F1.8 2D / 3D lens - the first 3D lens capable of capturing images and video in Full HD quality and in 3D.
At the heart of the NX300 is a new 20.3-megapixel APS CMOS sensor capable of capturing images in the smallest detail. The wide ISO range (ISO100-25600) further improves performance by allowing users to capture a perfectly balanced image even in dim light. The new hybrid autofocus provides fast and accurate detection of phase and contrast, while the high-speed shutter (the minimum available shutter speed is 1/6000 s) and the continuous shooting mode (9 frames / s) will not let a single frame through. The camera allows you to take pictures in Full HD quality at 60 frames per second.
New technology improved image DRIMe IV, developed by Samsung, is designed to improve the performance of shooting speed and image quality, also responsible for improved color reproduction, noise reduction in photos and support Full HD video (1080p) in 2D and 3D formats (in combination with the new 45 mm 2D / 3D Samsung lens). Video output directly to a wide screen via HDMI 1.4a port. By the way, it is this version of the standard that supports the transfer of 3D video.
NX300 is equipped with a 3.31-inch (84 mm) AMOLED-screen with a resolution of 768,000 pixels, a hybrid touch screen and a 5-way navigation key - all this should provide an intuitive and easy-to-use interface. The display has a folding design, it can be tilted up 90 degrees and down 30 degrees for ease of shooting over the head or from the hip.
The camera is equipped with the SMART mode already known from previous Samsung models, which allows you to select one of 14 different shooting options, such as Creative Snapshot, Landscape, Light Trail or Freeze Frame. All modes automatically adjust aperture and shutter speed to get the best results from shooting in various conditions. The NX300 also has a useful i-Depth function - allowing you to adjust the depth of the image using the i-Function system.
The NX300 carries a two-channel Wi-Fi module and a number of enhanced wireless capabilities under the general title SMART Camera 2.0. The NX300 Wi-Fi connection allows users to instantly and securely share their photos by sending them from the camera to a smartphone or tablet: the user only needs to download the free Samsung SMART Camera app (available for both Android and iOS devices) to his smartphone or tablet and Follow the simple instructions to create a secure connection with the camera.
NX300 is equipped with a practical feature AutoShare, which in the mode of hot duplication automatically sends all the captured photos to your smartphone for safe storage.
Another feature - Mobile Link, allows users to select and transfer images or whole albums of photos from the camera directly to the smartphone at any convenient time. The SMART Camera application also includes a remote viewfinder feature for the NX300.
For placing photo and video materials in one click on the camera body there is a hot button DIRECT LINK. In addition, images can be automatically backed up or stored in the cloud through the AllShare Play service — always securely protected and easily accessible.
The NX300 will go on sale in the first quarter of 2013 at a starting price of $ 750. The cost of a 3D lens will be $ 500. Russian prices will be announced later. The camera is available in black or white.
Specifications:
45 mm 2D / 3D NX lens
In addition to the camera, a 45 mm 2D / 3D whale lens was released, which opens up new possibilities for 3D visualization, being the first system based on a 3D lens in the world of consumer cameras. In conjunction with the new lens, the NX300 can shoot Full HD video (1080p), as well as create 3D photos and 3D video.
Specifications:
The SMART Camera 2.0 family of smart cameras has several updated models: WB200F, WB250F, WB800F, WB2100, WB30F, DV150F and ST150F.
WB250F (WB200F) has rightfully become the flagship model in the WB-series of cameras with a long zoom. The camera boasts an 18x optical zoom, 14.2-megapixel BSI CMOS sensor and a 24-432 mm zoom lens F3.2 – F5.8.
The other model, the WB200F, is almost identical to it: the only difference is in the sensor (the CCD sensor of the same resolution is installed in the WB200F).
The second difference between the cameras lies in the video recording capabilities: the WB250F is capable of recording video in Full HD resolution at 30 frames per second, while the WB200F is limited to 720p.
Possessing a classic case, the camera carries a hybrid interface: an LCD touch screen and a five-way navigation key, allowing users to choose the most convenient way to control the device.
For professional photographers, there is a wide range of manual settings and the usual modes of the creative zone (P, A, S, M). Both the WB250F and WB200F have the same Wi-Fi connectivity as the NX300. Both cameras are equipped with a retractable flash and are available in four colors: white, cobalt black, metallic and red.
Specifications:
The WB800F is a classic camera with a zoom lens of 23–483 mm F2.8 - F5.9 and 16.3 -
megapixel BSI CMOS sensor.
This camera is also based on a hybrid user interface, which gives photographers the choice of camera control: either using the touch screen or using the five-way key's manual control.
The WB800F is available in white, cobalt black and red.
Specifications:
WB2100
This is one of the latest models of the popular WB-series with a long zoom. The camera is equipped with a 76.2 mm (3 ") LCD screen, a 16.3-megapixel BSI CMOS sensor and a 25 mm wide-angle lens most suitable for shooting objects at a great distance. This camera is capable of shooting with a 25x zoom lens. Full HD video (1920x1080 / 60i) and best manifests itself when shooting moving objects. The rotary display greatly simplifies the process of shooting from different angles. The device also comes with a soft wristband for comfort and convenience while working with the camera. WB2100 available in black and red color Design Nominal.
Specifications:
WB30F
It is a new “mini-model” with the full capabilities of WB-series cameras, including those with 10x optical zoom and 24mm lens, while it fits in a thin form factor 17 mm thick. The WB30F is available in black, white, red, purple and pink.
Specifications:
DV150F
The camera is equipped with a 1.48-inch front display. Imaging technologies integrated into the camera, along with a 16.2-megapixel CCD sensor, a F2.5 25-mm high-aperture lens and a 5x optical zoom, provide decent image quality.
The camera is designed for creative individuals and offers a number of functions, such as Smart Filter 3.0, Motion Photo and Magic Frame for post-processing of the received images.
The results of their photographic delights can be quickly shared via Wi-Fi connection. The DV150F is enclosed in a stylish aluminum case and is available in five different colors, including light pink, plum and lime green.
Specifications:
QF30
And this is a new camcorder. It is equipped with a 5-megapixel BSI CMOS sensor, 20x digital and 40x optical zoom, and combines the pleasures of modern Full HD technology, improved Wi-Fi connectivity and new streaming features that allow users to share video on the go and in real time.
Being one of the models of the updated family of SMART-cameras 2.0, the camcorder has an integrated Wi-Fi-connection, which allows users to download video from the camera directly to the Internet. The QF30 is also the first Samsung video camera to have innovative streaming features, thanks to a partnership with Ustream. This company is an interactive broadcasting platform in real time, allows you to stream video to an unlimited audience, and also allows viewers to watch videos and interact with each other from computers, phones and tablets. The QF30 camcorder connects to the Ustream service via a Wi-Fi connection and transmits video in real time. Ustream can also be used for effective monitoring at home: simply leave the QF30 in any room of your home and remotely monitor the situation from work or while traveling abroad using your own Ustream channel.
The Mobile Link feature will provide a reliable connection between the QF30 and the smartphone so that users can easily send video files from the camera to the smartphone. A special application for mobile devices allows you to edit the video stored in the camera and remotely watch it on the screen of a smartphone or tablet.
PC Backup feature provides automatic backup of video files using cloud services, which is good news.
The QF30 camcorder is available in black and white.
Specifications:
ST150F
The model completes a number of new models of SMART cameras. It is equipped with a F2.5 high-aperture 25-mm lens, 5-fold optical zoom and a 16.2-megapixel CCD sensor. Wi-Fi connection also has a place to be.
Specifications:
In addition to all of the above devices, Samsung also introduced the ES95 and ST72 compact cameras.
ES95
The camera is equipped with a 16.2-megapixel sensor, 5-fold optical zoom and a 2.7-inch TFT LCD screen, while supporting video recording with an HD resolution of 1280 x 720 pixels.
Smart Auto technology is designed to help the novice photographer: it automatically detects and recognizes shooting conditions, selecting the most optimal of 16 modes, for example: “Portrait” mode for shooting several people at close range, “Fireworks” with an abundance of bright flashes, or “Sunset” in the predominance of warm tones. Autofocus with object tracking system
helps users achieve a clear image without blur and blur.
Specifications:
ST72
This compact and stylish camera is equipped with a 16.2 megapixel CCD sensor and a 25 mm lens with a focal length of F2.5 and 5x optical zoom and allows you to shoot HD video.
Smart Auto technology, which includes 16 shooting modes, is also available.
Of the interesting features, you can still highlight the Smart Filter (a number of photo filters, such as "Cartoons", "Fish", "Retroscope" or "Oil Paint"), Magic Frame (12 preset frames for photos), Perfect Portrait System (set of modes for adjusting and photo editing (including Beauty Shot, Face Detection, Auto-portrait, Smile Shot, Blink Detection, Red-Eye Fix), as well as the possibility of panoramic shooting - Live Panorama function.
Specifications:
Sales of all these cameras in Russia will begin in the spring of 2013, the exact prices will be known later.
This is not all new Samsung products: in the following publications we will focus on new mobile devices, laptops, TVs and Samsung monitors, which will appear on the domestic market this year.
To be continued...
Last week, the international consumer electronics exhibition CES 2013 was held - perhaps the most high-profile event in the year for all companies in one way or another connected with the production, assembly and development of technologies and software for consumer electronics in all its manifestations: from banal household appliances to hot innovations like flexible OLED displays and the latest mobile processors. Below we have collected all the most interesting news that Samsung presented for the four days of the exhibition, from January 8 to 11. Some products are already on sale, others have yet to find their place in the domestic market. Anyway, under the cut you will find a lot of interesting things.
Even before the launch of CES 2013, press releases began to roll in from the Samsung head office, announcing new products in the categories of Home Appliances and Cameras. The first is not very interesting for us, so let's take a closer look at the new Samsung cameras.
')
NX300
This is the new flagship model in the popular Samsung NX Compact System Camera (CSC) series. Along with it, Samsung also introduced the new NX 45mm F1.8 2D / 3D lens - the first 3D lens capable of capturing images and video in Full HD quality and in 3D.
At the heart of the NX300 is a new 20.3-megapixel APS CMOS sensor capable of capturing images in the smallest detail. The wide ISO range (ISO100-25600) further improves performance by allowing users to capture a perfectly balanced image even in dim light. The new hybrid autofocus provides fast and accurate detection of phase and contrast, while the high-speed shutter (the minimum available shutter speed is 1/6000 s) and the continuous shooting mode (9 frames / s) will not let a single frame through. The camera allows you to take pictures in Full HD quality at 60 frames per second.
New technology improved image DRIMe IV, developed by Samsung, is designed to improve the performance of shooting speed and image quality, also responsible for improved color reproduction, noise reduction in photos and support Full HD video (1080p) in 2D and 3D formats (in combination with the new 45 mm 2D / 3D Samsung lens). Video output directly to a wide screen via HDMI 1.4a port. By the way, it is this version of the standard that supports the transfer of 3D video.
NX300 is equipped with a 3.31-inch (84 mm) AMOLED-screen with a resolution of 768,000 pixels, a hybrid touch screen and a 5-way navigation key - all this should provide an intuitive and easy-to-use interface. The display has a folding design, it can be tilted up 90 degrees and down 30 degrees for ease of shooting over the head or from the hip.
The camera is equipped with the SMART mode already known from previous Samsung models, which allows you to select one of 14 different shooting options, such as Creative Snapshot, Landscape, Light Trail or Freeze Frame. All modes automatically adjust aperture and shutter speed to get the best results from shooting in various conditions. The NX300 also has a useful i-Depth function - allowing you to adjust the depth of the image using the i-Function system.
The NX300 carries a two-channel Wi-Fi module and a number of enhanced wireless capabilities under the general title SMART Camera 2.0. The NX300 Wi-Fi connection allows users to instantly and securely share their photos by sending them from the camera to a smartphone or tablet: the user only needs to download the free Samsung SMART Camera app (available for both Android and iOS devices) to his smartphone or tablet and Follow the simple instructions to create a secure connection with the camera.
NX300 is equipped with a practical feature AutoShare, which in the mode of hot duplication automatically sends all the captured photos to your smartphone for safe storage.
Another feature - Mobile Link, allows users to select and transfer images or whole albums of photos from the camera directly to the smartphone at any convenient time. The SMART Camera application also includes a remote viewfinder feature for the NX300.
For placing photo and video materials in one click on the camera body there is a hot button DIRECT LINK. In addition, images can be automatically backed up or stored in the cloud through the AllShare Play service — always securely protected and easily accessible.
The NX300 will go on sale in the first quarter of 2013 at a starting price of $ 750. The cost of a 3D lens will be $ 500. Russian prices will be announced later. The camera is available in black or white.
Specifications:
45 mm 2D / 3D NX lens
In addition to the camera, a 45 mm 2D / 3D whale lens was released, which opens up new possibilities for 3D visualization, being the first system based on a 3D lens in the world of consumer cameras. In conjunction with the new lens, the NX300 can shoot Full HD video (1080p), as well as create 3D photos and 3D video.
Specifications:
UPDATED SMART CAMERAS
The SMART Camera 2.0 family of smart cameras has several updated models: WB200F, WB250F, WB800F, WB2100, WB30F, DV150F and ST150F.
WB250F (WB200F) has rightfully become the flagship model in the WB-series of cameras with a long zoom. The camera boasts an 18x optical zoom, 14.2-megapixel BSI CMOS sensor and a 24-432 mm zoom lens F3.2 – F5.8.
The other model, the WB200F, is almost identical to it: the only difference is in the sensor (the CCD sensor of the same resolution is installed in the WB200F).
The second difference between the cameras lies in the video recording capabilities: the WB250F is capable of recording video in Full HD resolution at 30 frames per second, while the WB200F is limited to 720p.
Possessing a classic case, the camera carries a hybrid interface: an LCD touch screen and a five-way navigation key, allowing users to choose the most convenient way to control the device.
For professional photographers, there is a wide range of manual settings and the usual modes of the creative zone (P, A, S, M). Both the WB250F and WB200F have the same Wi-Fi connectivity as the NX300. Both cameras are equipped with a retractable flash and are available in four colors: white, cobalt black, metallic and red.
Specifications:
The WB800F is a classic camera with a zoom lens of 23–483 mm F2.8 - F5.9 and 16.3 -
megapixel BSI CMOS sensor.
This camera is also based on a hybrid user interface, which gives photographers the choice of camera control: either using the touch screen or using the five-way key's manual control.
The WB800F is available in white, cobalt black and red.
Specifications:
WB2100
This is one of the latest models of the popular WB-series with a long zoom. The camera is equipped with a 76.2 mm (3 ") LCD screen, a 16.3-megapixel BSI CMOS sensor and a 25 mm wide-angle lens most suitable for shooting objects at a great distance. This camera is capable of shooting with a 25x zoom lens. Full HD video (1920x1080 / 60i) and best manifests itself when shooting moving objects. The rotary display greatly simplifies the process of shooting from different angles. The device also comes with a soft wristband for comfort and convenience while working with the camera. WB2100 available in black and red color Design Nominal.
Specifications:
WB30F
It is a new “mini-model” with the full capabilities of WB-series cameras, including those with 10x optical zoom and 24mm lens, while it fits in a thin form factor 17 mm thick. The WB30F is available in black, white, red, purple and pink.
Specifications:
DV150F
The camera is equipped with a 1.48-inch front display. Imaging technologies integrated into the camera, along with a 16.2-megapixel CCD sensor, a F2.5 25-mm high-aperture lens and a 5x optical zoom, provide decent image quality.
The camera is designed for creative individuals and offers a number of functions, such as Smart Filter 3.0, Motion Photo and Magic Frame for post-processing of the received images.
The results of their photographic delights can be quickly shared via Wi-Fi connection. The DV150F is enclosed in a stylish aluminum case and is available in five different colors, including light pink, plum and lime green.
Specifications:
QF30
And this is a new camcorder. It is equipped with a 5-megapixel BSI CMOS sensor, 20x digital and 40x optical zoom, and combines the pleasures of modern Full HD technology, improved Wi-Fi connectivity and new streaming features that allow users to share video on the go and in real time.
Being one of the models of the updated family of SMART-cameras 2.0, the camcorder has an integrated Wi-Fi-connection, which allows users to download video from the camera directly to the Internet. The QF30 is also the first Samsung video camera to have innovative streaming features, thanks to a partnership with Ustream. This company is an interactive broadcasting platform in real time, allows you to stream video to an unlimited audience, and also allows viewers to watch videos and interact with each other from computers, phones and tablets. The QF30 camcorder connects to the Ustream service via a Wi-Fi connection and transmits video in real time. Ustream can also be used for effective monitoring at home: simply leave the QF30 in any room of your home and remotely monitor the situation from work or while traveling abroad using your own Ustream channel.
The Mobile Link feature will provide a reliable connection between the QF30 and the smartphone so that users can easily send video files from the camera to the smartphone. A special application for mobile devices allows you to edit the video stored in the camera and remotely watch it on the screen of a smartphone or tablet.
PC Backup feature provides automatic backup of video files using cloud services, which is good news.
The QF30 camcorder is available in black and white.
Specifications:
ST150F
The model completes a number of new models of SMART cameras. It is equipped with a F2.5 high-aperture 25-mm lens, 5-fold optical zoom and a 16.2-megapixel CCD sensor. Wi-Fi connection also has a place to be.
Specifications:
COMPACT CAMERAS
In addition to all of the above devices, Samsung also introduced the ES95 and ST72 compact cameras.
ES95
The camera is equipped with a 16.2-megapixel sensor, 5-fold optical zoom and a 2.7-inch TFT LCD screen, while supporting video recording with an HD resolution of 1280 x 720 pixels.
Smart Auto technology is designed to help the novice photographer: it automatically detects and recognizes shooting conditions, selecting the most optimal of 16 modes, for example: “Portrait” mode for shooting several people at close range, “Fireworks” with an abundance of bright flashes, or “Sunset” in the predominance of warm tones. Autofocus with object tracking system
helps users achieve a clear image without blur and blur.
Specifications:
ST72
This compact and stylish camera is equipped with a 16.2 megapixel CCD sensor and a 25 mm lens with a focal length of F2.5 and 5x optical zoom and allows you to shoot HD video.
Smart Auto technology, which includes 16 shooting modes, is also available.
Of the interesting features, you can still highlight the Smart Filter (a number of photo filters, such as "Cartoons", "Fish", "Retroscope" or "Oil Paint"), Magic Frame (12 preset frames for photos), Perfect Portrait System (set of modes for adjusting and photo editing (including Beauty Shot, Face Detection, Auto-portrait, Smile Shot, Blink Detection, Red-Eye Fix), as well as the possibility of panoramic shooting - Live Panorama function.
Specifications:
Sales of all these cameras in Russia will begin in the spring of 2013, the exact prices will be known later.
This is not all new Samsung products: in the following publications we will focus on new mobile devices, laptops, TVs and Samsung monitors, which will appear on the domestic market this year.
To be continued...
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