Samsung Introduces WB500, New Digital Camera
The WB500 (USA : HZ10W) Samsung’s new digital camera, gives shooters the ability to capture video in 720p high-definition at 30 frames-per-second (fps), and thanks to H.264 compression, users can record video for longer periods of time, allowing them to better utilize the remaining memory capacity on their memory card. High picture quality is obtained by employing an 10.2 mega pixel 1/2.33″ high resolution CCD sensor. High picture quality is obtained by employing an 10.2 mega pixel 1/2.33″ high resolution CCD sensor. The Frame Guide feature allows you easily set up the composition of the shot so it can be used as a guide for the photographer…
SAMSUNG expands 2009 digital camera lineup with four new models(WB500/ST50/NV100HD/NV9)
At the 2009 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, Nevada, Samsung Electronics America, Inc. introduced its new digital camera lineup for the first half of 2009. Consisting of four new models, Samsung’s new digital cameras run the gamut in terms of style and innovation and are designed for shooters of various skill levels and budgets.
Samsung WB500
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WB500 (USA : HZ10W)
The new 10.2 mega-pixel WB500 (USA : HZ10W) sets a new standard for the mega-zoom category, offering a high-performance, ultra-wide 24mm Schneider lens with 10x optical zoom that allows shooters to be more creative and flexible when taking digital images. The WB500 (USA : HZ10W) offers a host of manual controls, including the ability to adjust shutter speed, aperture, exposure, and focus. The camera also incorporates both Optical and Digital Image Stabilization to help reduce image blur. The WB500 (USA : HZ10W) gives shooters the ability to capture video in 720p high-definition at 30 frames-per-second (fps), and thanks to H.264 compression, users can record video for longer periods of time, allowing them to better utilize the remaining memory capacity on their memory card. Additionally, shooters can utilize Optical Image Stabilization and the camera’s 10x optical zoom while recording video, as well as Samsung’s Successive Recording mode, which allows the user to pause and then resume filming without having to save the clips as individual files.
Feature:
10.2 Megapixels
A mounted high picture quality 10.2 mega pixel CCD
High picture quality is obtained by employing an 10.2 mega pixel 1/2.33″ high resolution CCD sensor. Clear picture quality can be achieved even for images larger than A2. A robust mounted image processor allows for rich gradation, fast and high quality picture processing.
The World’s First 24mm Ultra Wide, Optical 10X Zoom
Capturing every detail of your life
Whether you’re indoors or out, snapping a landscape or friends around a table, the amazing 24mm ultra wide angle lens gives you a wider shooting range from a shorter distance and more flexibility. Now you have the ability to capture images of beautiful landscapes and entire buildings from a very short distance—not something you can do with a standard 35mm. The 24mm ultra wide angle lens and the 10x optical zoom is a perfect marriage of advanced versatility with the convenience of a stylish, compact camera.
Dual Image Stabilization
Twice the technology for crisp, clear images
Blurry images can be caused by many factors, such as hand shaking, zooming or insufficient light. Dual Image Stabilization eliminates the blur caused by camera shake and delivers clear, crisp images every time—even under difficult lighting situations. Integrating the best lens shifting mechanisms of Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) with the sophisticated algorithms of Digital Image Stabilization (DIS), Dual Image Stabilization—another superior Samsung innovation—corrects even the tiniest of shakes.
Compact High Zoom
Your ticket to a front-row seat
See how the unbelievably compact WB500 hides a 24mm ultra wide 10x optical zoom lens in its thin design. This amazingly versatile lens is perfect for shooting indoors, landscapes and group portraits. The powerful 10x optical zoom brings the action to you so there’s no need to move around. While the ultra wide angle lens enables you to get everything you want in the shot.
High Definition Movie Recording
Just like being in the theaters your memories deserve the best
With the ability to record HD movies with your Samsung camera, you can enjoy HD-quality movies of 720p resolution at 30ftps. The Latest H.264 compression format enables more than doubled efficiency compared to the previous format which surpasses the capabilities of a digital camcorder. So say goodbye to your video camera and transform your living room into a personal movie theater!
Photo Style Selector
Put a personal touch on your photos
Taking a simple snapshot, framing an artful pose, or doing something different have never been easier. You can select from a wide variety of optimized advanced photo effects and know exactly what you’re getting with a suite of preview images to show you the results before you take your shot.
Smart Album
A quick and easy tool to help you sort through all your photos
With a 4GB SD card, your camera can store up to 2,000 7-megabyte photos—that’s a lot to keep track of! But with the Smart Album function sorting and organizing your photos is easy: it allows you to sort your photos by time, content, color, or theme. Smart Album lets you get straight to the best or sort through the rest.
Frame Guide
Never be left out of the picture again
Imagine be able to compose a photo even before it’s even shot. The world’s first Frame Guide feature on the WB500 has turned that into reality. The Frame Guide feature allows you easily set up the composition of the shot so it can be used as a guide for the photographer. Simply hand off the camera and you’ll never have to be missing from another photo. Now your vacation pictures will come out exactly the way you envisioned them.
High Sensitivity ISO 3200
Take high-quality, high-speed photos with our Image Noise Reduction feature
With a true ISO 3200 setting, your Samsung camera can effectively minimize noise for crystal clear images. The super speed sensitive ISO 3200 feature give you the ability to take amazingly detailed photos–even under low light conditions. Plus, ISO 3200 lets you take perfectly focused photos of fast-moving images, like during a sporting event.
Perfect Portrait System
With the Perfect Portrait system, faces have looked better
With our unique Perfect Portrait system, imperfect photos are a thing of the past. For example, the Beauty Shot feature is like having your own make-up artist—right in your camera. It automatically identifies imperfections such as blemishes and dark circles on the face, and retouches them so that faces appear brighter and smooth. And with different level settings, you can control the amount of retouching that takes place—it’s that simple! Plus, the ultra-intelligent Smile and Blink detection technologies will never let you ruin another picture-perfect moment again by detecting when the subjects’ eyes are open and their smiles are at their peak.
Specifications:
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The Samsung WB500 (USA : HZ10W) will be available in January 2009 at an MSRP of $299.99.
About Samsung Electronics America, Inc.
Headquartered in Ridgefield Park, NJ, Samsung Electronics America, Inc. (SEA), a wholly owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., markets a broad range of award-winning, digital consumer electronics and home appliance products, including HDTVs, home theater systems, MP3 players, digital imaging products, refrigerators and washing machines. A recognized innovation leader in consumer electronics design and technology, Samsung is the HDTV market leader in the U.S.
More information about Samsung WB500 Digital Camera can be found at Samsung website