The new Samsung electronic viewfinder, interchangeable lens (EVIL) camera comes about about a year since the Samsung NX-10 is more than a just rumor, though it was only speculation in January. The more SLR-looking camera seemed well built, but we never heard much more of it again. This spanking new NX-100, though, seems like a real winner. The features, styling, specs, and look tempting, but will it be able to survive with the competition of high-output point-and-shoot cameras and multipurpose DSLRs cameras?
Features: 3" AMOLED 640×480 LCD, 14.6 megapixels APS-C image sensor, 100-3200 ISO, 720p video recording. Optional features include flash, GPS module., and EVF, plus the lenses are extra.
And, talking about of lenses, the ones being launched with the Samsung NX-100 are special - the lenses are called i-Function. Yeah, really original, right? But rather good thinking for this type of camera, and has already been seen in the higher-end video camcorders for a quite some time now. Essentially, there's a ring on the lens that adjusts whatever exposure aspect you choose by using a button located on the lens itself. It could be shutter speed, focus, or aperture, whatever. Choose the mode, adjust, then move to the next shot.
DSLR cameras allow you make adjustments with the thumbwheels and dials, although this is a very simple way to allow someone play around with serious settings. There is a 20-50mm F/3.5-5.6 zoom lens that is absolutely huge when placed next to this camera’s small body, and there's a 20mm F/2.8 pancake lens. I’d choose the pancake lens and just crop, there's plenty enough megapixels to pull that off. In 2011 there’ll be an 18-200mm super zoom, 16-80mm 60mm macro, 16mm wide angle, and 85mm, lenses as well.
Samsung NX100 14.6MP Mirrorless Compact Camera Main View
Samsung NX100 14.6MP Mirrorless Compact Camera Back LCD View
Samsung NX100 14.6MP Mirrorless Compact Camera Left Side View
Samsung NX100 14.6MP Mirrorless Compact Camera Top View
As of October 2010, there are thirteen (MILC) cameras available from four manufacturers (Olympus,
Panasonic, Samsung
and Sony), (three from Olympus, four from Panasonic, two from Samsung, and four from Sony), and some similar cameras from other manufacturers (Leica,
Ricoh).
A handful of rangefinder cameras support interchangeable lenses. Three digital rangefinders exist, they are the Epson R-D1 (APS-C-sized sensor), the Leica M8 (APS-H-sized
sensor), both smaller than 35 mm film
rangefinder cameras, and the Leica M9,
which is a full-frame camera.
Features
Samsung's i-Function Lens
Achieve professional-quality images even if you're a beginner. T
Stunning Photos in Seconds - Getting great pictures is easy thanks to the
NX100'si-Function lens.
Snap Stunning Photos in Style - innovative design, advanced features, and
professional quality
Large APS-C size CMOS Image Sensor for Superb Image Quality - natural colors and clear images.
720p HD Video Capture - in 720p resolution and the H.264 advanced video
compression format.
3" AMOLED Display - (Active-Matrix Organic Light-Emitting Diode), a so
called dream display
Instantly Capture Fleeting Moments - perfect size and weight. Without a mirror box and pentaprism,
Creative Effects, Imaginative Photos - NX100 gives you the tools you need.
High Sensitivity 6400 ISO - Nobody likes low-light noise. And with the NX100 you
won't get any.
Optional GPS System - easily mounts onto your camera, automatically tagging and
sorting
Item Includes
• PowerShot SX30 IS Camera Body
• Lithium-ion Battery Pack NB-7L
• Battery Charger CB-2LZ
• Neck Strap NS-DC11
• Lens Cap
• Case for Hot Shoe Cap
• AV Cable AVC-DC400ST
• USB Interface Cable IFC-400PCU
• Digital Camera Solution CD-ROM
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