Samsung Unveils Three New Digicams

July 13, 2007: Three new models have been added to Samsung’s digicam line-up, featuring 8-megapixel resolution and multimedia capabilities.
The L82T model packs a 3x optical zoom lens and 8.2-megapixel imager into a slim metal body that is available in silver, black or red. Designed for style-conscious people who like to record important moments in their lives, the L83T boasts Face Recognition function (AF & AE) and a Red-eye fix function that can be used during and after taking a portrait. It also features Samsung’s proprietary ASR (Advanced Shake Reduction) technology and a Super Macro mode for shooting close-ups to within 1 cm of a subject.

Movie capture facilities are extensive. The L83T includes an i-Movie mode that uses the high compression MPEG4 file format and supports a top resolution of SVGA (800 x 592 pixels). Movie options include the ability to create cartoons and artistic pictures and a Successive Recording control that lets photographers pause while taking a movie and restart shooting later in the same file. Still image capture and editing meet the needs of the latest UCC (User Created Contents) trends.
Still picture editing controls include colour filters, composite shooting and the ability to add stickers and decorative frames to shots. Selective colour changing is also supported. The supplied Motion Timer enables users to photograph themselves without a remote control. Continuous shooting is supported at up to seven frames/second.
The L830 (and its sister model, the 7.2-megapixel L730) also sport 3x optical zoom lenses, Face Recognition AF & AE and Red-eye fix. Designed for family photographers, they are available in available in silver, black or red and have metal front panels and a minimalist design concept. A feature of both models is Samsung’s proprietary Multi Charge system, which allows the camera battery to be charged via a USB cable.

Both models have a 2.5-inch LCD, which automatically adjusts its brightness according to ambient lighting. Other features include ASR (Advanced Shake Reduction), a top ISO setting of 1600, MPEG4 movies at SVGA resolution and a variety of post-capture editing controls.

The 8.2-megapixel S85 has a 5x optical zoom lens and supports up to 5x digital zoom. Designed for easy shooting, it combines ASR (Advanced Shake Reduction) with a top ISO setting of 1600, Face Recognition AF & AE and Red-eye fix. Movie clips can be recorded at VGA (640 x 480 pixel) resolution. As yet, Samsung Australia has released no information on when (or whether) these cameras will go on sale locally. Check www.samsung.com.au for more information.