Samsung Camera has introduced three new models to its NV series of advanced point & shoot digital cameras – the 12MP Model NV20, the 10MP Model NV15, and the 8MP Model NV8. All three new cameras feature the sleek, elegant design and innovative Smart Touch interface that have become the hallmarks of the NV Series, and set the camera family apart from competitive offerings in the market.

What’s new inside — faster processing of images and improved noise reduction. Other improvements include faster Advanced Shake Reduction (ASR) to 0.7 seconds, advanced noise reduction which supports up to ISO 3200 and a new local contrast control which enables the camera to compensate the brightness of a shadowed subject in backlit conditions for even better results.

NV20

The NV20 is Samsung's first 12MP compact camera featuring Samsung's improved processing technology combined with features such as a 3x optical zoom lens, Advanced Shake Reduction (ASR) and Red-eye fix to deliver optimum image quality to all photographers. The sleek NV20 also offers additional functionality such as TV quality MPEG-4 VGA (640×480) 30 fps video recording and a photo gallery function for convenient picture viewing with the Smart Touch interface. The NV20 boasts a 2.5" LCD screen, a multi-charging system and it comes with a rechargeable battery.

NV15

With 10MP and a 2.5″ wide-view LCD, the NV15 provides brighter, sharper, more detailed images. Coupled with Samsung’s unique Advanced Shake Reduction (ASR) system, the NV15 enables you to take clearer pictures indoors or in lower light conditions. The NV10 also features TV quality MPEG-4 VGA (640×480) 30fps video recording. The NV15 comes complete with a rechargeable battery and can also be charged via USB.

NV8

Functioning as a high resolution 8MP digital camera, the NV8 is a stylish yet practical device sure to attract the next generation of digital photographers. With both Advanced Shake Reduction (ASR) system and Red Eye Fix technology the NV8 will produce stunning results for photographers of all levels. The NV8 with 3x optical zoom is encased in a thin body and boasts the stylish black design in keeping with the NV Series. It also has powerful movie capabilities and a 2.5" LCD screen.

All three models feature 20MB of internal memory and accept MMC/SD/SDHC¹ memory cards for both still image and movie clip capture.

Price and Availability

The Samsung NV20 and NV15 will be available fall 2007 for a price of $399 (US MSRP) and $299 (US MSRP), respectively. Availability and pricing for the NV8 have not yet been announced.

Samsung Cameras has announced the release of the S85 digital camera featuring an 8.2MP resolution and a super-sharp 5x optical zoom lens. The Samsung S85 includes Samsung's Intelligent Face Recognition Technology, which detects the subject's face, automatically adjusts auto focus and auto exposure. The AF function instantaneously recognizes the faces of subjects and accurately focuses on them. The AE function then takes over, setting the appropriate exposure to ensure the highest image quality.

Fourteen scene modes facilitate picture-taking in different shooting environments. Modes included are: Night, Portrait, Children, Landscape, Macro, Text, Sunset, Dawn, Backlight, Fireworks, Beach and Snow, Self-Shot, Food, and Cafe.

Samsung S85 Features¹

• 8.2MP 1/2.5″ CCD Sensor
• 5x Optical Zoom Lens (F2.8 – 4.6)
• 2.5" TFT LCD (TBD dots)
• Face Recognition (AF and AE)
• ASR (Advanced Shake Reduction)
• High sensitivity ISO 1600
• Shutter: Auto 1 – 1/2,000 sec. Manual Mode 15 – 1/2,000 sec.
• 14 Scene Modes
• Movie: 640×480, 320×240 at 30 fps, 15 fps
• Voice Memo in Still Image (max. 10 sec.)
• Internal Memory: ~20MB
• Media: MMCplus (up to 2GB) or SD/SDHC (up to 4GB)
• Power: 2x AA Alkaline or Rechargeable NIMH Batteries

The Samsung S85 will be available in black or silver from the end of September at a price of $179.99 (US MSRP). You can pre-order now to insure quick delivery once the camera is released.

Pre-PMA announcements have started already. Samsung has announced the launch of a super slim 7.1MP digicam, equipped with a 7x internal optical zoom lens, metal body, 2.5" TFT LCD, and MPEG-4 VGA for TV-quality video capability. At just 0.8 inches wide, the L77 is dubbed the slimmest 7MP, 7x optical zoom lens camera.

Samsung's ASR (Advanced Shake Reduction) function allows the user take clear pictures at high sensitivity/shutter speed and low sensitivity at the same time without using the flash. ISO 1600 high-sensitivity capability prevents blur resulting from camera shake or movement of the subject.

Main Features

• 7.1 effective megapixel 1/2.5 ” Type CCD
• f/3.5-5.3, 7x optical zoom lens, equivalent to 38 – 266 mm
• 2.5″ LCD display with 230,000 pixels
• Ultra slim metal body is just 0.8 inches thick
• Advanced Shake Reduction – digital image stabilization
• Records MPEG-4 movies at 640 x 480, 30 fps, with sound
• 20MB onboard memory + SD/SDHC/MMC card slot
• Proprietary lithium-ion battery; 180 shots per charge

At 30fps, the L77 can easily capture moving action and is able to record in MPEG-4 VGA for TV-quality film clips. The camera allows you to pause while recording movies, a rare feature in digicams. For added convenience, film clips and photographs can be edited through the L77's in-built editing capabilities.

Price and Availability

The camera will be available in mid/late March at a price of $399 (US MSRP).

Ordering

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Samsung’s NV series of digicams launched last July are immediately recognizable by their highly attractive and sleek bodies in brushed black or silver (new), stainless steel and a trademark Samsung blue ring located around the lens of each model. This premium line was developed after two years of extensive market research. The NV series features the latest in Samsung digital imaging technology as well as personal media player functions and built-in speakers. Yes, you can even listen to music while taking photos.

This camera measures a mere 3.7 x 2.2 x 0.7 inches with a 2.5-inch high-resolution LCD display. For outstanding image quality, the NV3 integrates a 3x optical zoom (equivalent to 38-114mm in 35mm format) capability with Samsung’s exclusive SHD lens technology.

Samsung’s state-of-the-art Advanced Shake Reduction (ASR) technology is used to compensate for hand shake and ensure sharp images. The ASR function provides enhanced image clarity by electronically compensating for excess hand shake and improving color in environments lacking sufficient lighting where the use of the flash is not desirable.

In addition to the new silver color, there is a special NV3 OPL edition coated with Oriental Plant Lacquer and a pattern which ‘reinforces the individuality and style that the NV series offers the consumer’.

The Samsung NV3 Digital Camera is available at Amazon.com. See the links below.

Samsung Cameras has announced the Model NV11, it’s the fourth addition to the award winning NV series of digital cameras.

The 10MP NV11 is equipped with a 5x Schneider Kreuznach optical zoom lens, 2.7″ LCD, and 1600 ISO high-sensitivity capability. It features Samsung’s proprietary ASR image stabilization system which helps to capture the best possible images even in dimly lit conditions.

The NV11 is also equipped with Samsung’s Face Recognition Technology, which detects a subject’s face, and automatically adjusts auto focus and auto exposure to ensure better composition and image quality in portraits, and other shots featuring people. The AF function instantaneously recognises the faces of subjects and accurately focuses on them. The AE function then takes over, setting the appropriate exposure to ensure the highest image quality.

The NV11 is capable of capturing videos at 30 frames per second in TV quality MPEG-4 VGA format (640 x 480, 320 x 240).

The new NV11 will have a price of $399.99 (US MSRP) and will be available in Spring 2007.

The camera’s name evidently originates from the 7 additional multimedia functions - Camcorder, MP3 player, Portable Multimedia Player, Text viewer, Voice recorder, Portable disk, and the newly added World Tour Guide function which provides travel information covering 2,600 regions in 30 countries.

The i7’s Physical User Interface (PUI) has been designed to make capturing and enjoying special moments an effortless affair. With the 3.0" touch LCD screen in neutral (0 degrees) position, the user can access SRS quality music files through the integrated MP3 player. Rotated to 90 degrees the Portable Multimedia Player (PMP) function is accessible. And, turned a full 180 degrees, high quality still images and MPEG-4 SVGA (800X592)
quality moving pictures can be taken.

The Model i7 includes Samsung's Face Recognition AF and AE, which detects the subject's face, automatically adjusts auto focus and auto exposure to ensure better composition and image quality in portraits, and other shots featuring people. Further information can also be downloaded directly from the internet.

Samsung’s ASR (Advanced Shake Reduction) function allows the user to take clear pictures at high sensitivity/shutter speed and low sensitivity at the same time without using the flash. ISO 1600 high-sensitivity capability prevents blur resulting from camera shake or movement of the subject.

The SRS Labs 3D audio technology SRS WOW HD built into the Samsung i7 enables you to enjoy dynamic 3D sound quality when you listen to music in the MP3 player mode or watch a movie in the PMP mode.

Right now, it’s uncertain whether or not this model will be sold in North America.

Reference Links:
The Model i7 Product Page

Samsung has announced a wide version of the Model L73 digicam. The Model L74 camera is equipped with a 3.6x optical zoom and 28mm wide-angle lens ideal for travel photography. Among the impressive set of features are 450MB of internal memory, MPEG-4 SVGA video recording and a 3.0″ Touch Screen LCD.

Samsung’s ASR (Advanced Shake Reduction) function allows the user to take clear pictures at high sensitivity/shutter speed and low sensitivity at the same time without using the flash. ISO 1600 high-sensitivity capability prevents blur resulting from camera shake or movement of the subject.

The L74 Wide includes Samsung's Face Recognition AF and AE, which detects the subject's face, automatically adjusts auto focus and auto exposure to ensure better composition and image quality in portraits, and other shots featuring people. The L74 Wide is also equipped with a Tour Guide function which provides travel information covering 2,600 regions in 30 countries.

The L74 Wide will have a price of $349.99 (US MSRP) and will be available later in the first half of 2007.

What’s in the box?

L74 WIDE camera, USB cable, software CD, user manual and rechargeable battery: SLB-1137D, 3.7V (1100mAh).

See also the Samsung L73.

One of several cameras Samsung introduced prior to the 2007 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES), the L73 features include a 7.2MP 1/2.5" CCD, 2.5" TFT LCD, slim aluminum body, high-resolution NV lens with optical 3x/digital 5x zoom, MPEG-4 SVGA quality video at 20fps, and continuous shooting functions.

Samsung’s ASR (Advanced Shake Reduction) function allows the user take clear pictures at high sensitivity/shutter speed and low sensitivity at the same time without using the flash. ISO 1600 high-sensitivity capability prevents blur resulting from camera shake or movement of the subject.

The Wise Shot function enables the user to take two continuous pictures with ASR On and flash On and then choose the better of the two pictures. The L73 also has Face Recognition Technology that automatically adjusts AF (Auto Focus) and AE (Auto Exposure) for portrait pictures. A built-in microphone allows a 10-sec voice memo to be attached to any image (non-video).

The L73 also features Samsung’s Intelligent Face Recognition Technology which can detect the subject’s face and automatically adjusts auto focus and auto exposure to ensure the best possible image quality in portraits and other shots featuring people. The AF function instantaneously recognizes the faces of up to 9 subjects and accurately focuses on them all.

The L73 has 20MB of internal memory and can accept Secure Digital (SD) flash memory cards up to 4GB.

What’s in the box?

The Samsung L73, USB 2.0 cable, camera cradle, and CD-ROM containing Samsung’s Digimax Master software (compatible with Windows 98/2000/ME/XP and Macintosh OS X 9.2 through 10.4).

See also the Samsung L74 Wide.