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Samsung's Digimax S1000 digital camera. Courtesy of Samsung, with modifications by Michael R. Tomkins. Samsung: Two new Digimax cameras
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(Thursday, July 20, 2006 - 15:52 EDT)

Samsung USA has today released two new cameras which seem closely related to the S500, S600 and S800 models introduced last April.

The Samsung Digimax S700 and S1000 have sensor resolutions of seven and ten megapixels respectively. The cameras share similarly styled bodies with Samsung SHD-branded 35 - 105mm-equivalent 3x optical zoom lenses. The actual lenses used differ to account for slightly different sensor sizes - the S1000 has a rather more telephoto lens to account for the fact that instead of a 1/2.5" CCD sensor, it has a somewhat larger 1/1.8" sensor. The aperture range is identical at wide angle, but at telephoto the S1000's lens is slightly less bright at F5.1 - F13.1. The S1000's lens also focuses one centimeter closer.

Other differences between the cameras include the choice of LCD display, connectivity, built-in memory, minimum ISO sensitivity, minimum shutter speed, aspect ratio, playback and digital zooms, movie mode, dimensions and weight. The S1000 features a 2.5" LCD displaywith 230,000 pixels, USB 2.0 High-Speed connectivity, 45MB of built-in memory, a minimum ISO sensitivity of 80, shutter speeds from 8 - 1/1500 second,a fixed 4:3 aspect ratio, a maximum of 10x digital zoom and 14.4x playback zoom, an MPEG-4 movie mode, and is the slightly larger and heavier of the two cameras. The S700 features a smaller and lower-resolution 2.4" LCD display with 112,000 pixels, slower USB 2.0 Full-Speed connectivity, 20MB of built-in memory, a minimum ISO sensitivity of 50, shutter speeds from 8 - 1/2000 second, a choice of 4:3 or wide 2:1 aspect ratio, a maximum of 5x digital zoom and 10.1x playback zoom, and a MotionJPEG movie mode in its slightly smaller and lighter body.

Other features of both cameras include multi and spot exposure metering, seven white balance modes, ten scene modes, and a five-mode built in flash. Both cameras require images to be framed on an LCD display, with no optical viewfinders available, and store images on Secure Digital cards or the previously mentioned built-in memory. Power comes courtesy of AA batteries (with alkaline disposables in the product bundles), and the included software is Samsung's Digimax Master.

The cameras will both ship in the USA this August. The S700 is priced at $250, and the S1000 will have a $100 premium with a pricetag of $350.

Samsung Digimax S1000
Samsung's Digimax S1000 digital camera. Courtesy of Samsung, with modifications by Michael R. Tomkins. Click for a bigger picture!
General
Camera TypeCompact
ManufacturerSamsung
Model NumberS1000
Dimensions3.9 x 2.4 x 1.1"
99.6 x 61.8 x 27.0mm
Weight169.0 g
5.9 oz
Planned Price$349.99
Planned AvailabilityAug 2006
Image Capture
Sensor Type1/1.8" CCD
10.30 megapixels (total)
10.10 megapixels (effective)
Aspect Ratio4:3
Image Dimensions3672 x 2760 (10.1 megapixels)
3472 x 2604 (9.0 megapixels)
3264 x 2448 (8.0 megapixels)
3072 x 2304 (7.1 megapixels)
2816 x 2112 (5.9 megapixels)
2592 x 1944 (5.0 megapixels)
2272 x 1704 (3.9 megapixels)
2048 x 1536 (3.1 megapixels)
1600 x 1200 (1.9 megapixels)
1600 x 800 (1.3 megapixels)
1024 x 768 (0.7 megapixels)
640 x 480 (0.3 megapixels)
Image Preview / Review
ViewfinderNo
LCD2.5", 230,000 pixels
Playback Zoom14.4x max
Lens
Lens TypeSamsung SHD Lens
3x optical zoom
Image StabilizationNo
Focal Length7.4 - 22.2mm (actual)
35 - 105mm (35mm equivalent)
Aperture RangeWide: F2.8 - F7.1; Tele: F5.1 - F13.1
Focusing SystemTTL auto focus
Focusing RangeNormal: 33" - infinity (80 cm - infinity)
Macro: 1.6" - 33" (4 cm - 80 cm)
Exposure
ISO SensitivityAuto, 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1000* (TBD)
Shutter Speed8 - 1/1500 second
Exposure ModesProgram
Metering ModesMulti, Spot
Exposure Compensation+/- 2.0EV in 1/2EV increments
White BalanceImage Sensor - Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Fluorescent_H, Fluorescent_L, Tungsten, Custom, Manual
Internal FlashModes: Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off
Range: Wide: 0.2m - 3.0m, Tele: 0.4m - 2.5m
Creative
Scene ModesNight, Portrait, Children, Landscape, Close-up, Sunset, Dawn, Backlight, Fireworks, Beach & Snow
Digital Zoom1.0x - 10.0x
Self TimerYes, 2/10/2+10 seconds
Time LapseNo
Movie FormatAVI (MPEG-4) with audio
640x480 and 320x240
Max. frame-rate: 30 frames per second
Storage
Recording MediumSD/MMC, Built-in
File SystemComplies with Design Rule for Camera File System (DCF)
File FormatJPEG (EXIF 2.2)
Connectivity
VideoYes, NTSC / PAL switchable
ComputerUSB 2.0 High Speed
OtherCamera Cradle
Power
Battery TypeAlkaline disposable, NiMH rechargeable
Battery Form Factor2 x AA
Product Bundle
SoftwareDigimax Master, Storage Driver
Battery / Charger2 x AA alkaline disposable battery
Flash Memory45.0MB built-in memory
Other
Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) compliantYes
PictBridge CompliantYes
Internal MicrophoneYes
Internal SpeakerYes
More Photos
Samsung's Digimax S1000 digital camera. Courtesy of Samsung, with modifications by Michael R. Tomkins. Click for a bigger picture!
Samsung's Digimax S1000 digital camera. Courtesy of Samsung, with modifications by Michael R. Tomkins. Click for a bigger picture!
Samsung's Digimax S1000 digital camera. Courtesy of Samsung, with modifications by Michael R. Tomkins. Click for a bigger picture!
Samsung's Digimax S1000 digital camera. Courtesy of Samsung, with modifications by Michael R. Tomkins. Click for a bigger picture!
 

Samsung Digimax S700
Samsung's Digimax S700 digital camera. Courtesy of Samsung, with modifications by Michael R. Tomkins. Click for a bigger picture!
General
Camera TypeCompact
ManufacturerSamsung
Model NumberS700
Dimensions3.8 x 2.4 x 1.0"
96.8 x 61.8 x 26.4mm
Weight136.0 g
4.8 oz
Planned Price$249.99
Planned AvailabilityAug 2006
Image Capture
Sensor Type1/2.5" CCD
7.40 megapixels (total)
7.20 megapixels (effective)
Aspect Ratio4:3, Other
Image Dimensions3072 x 2304 (7.1 megapixels)
2816 x 2112 (5.9 megapixels)
2592 x 1944 (5.0 megapixels)
2816 x 1408 (4.0 megapixels)
2272 x 1704 (3.9 megapixels)
2048 x 1536 (3.1 megapixels)
2272 x 1136 (2.6 megapixels)
2048 x 1024 (2.1 megapixels)
1600 x 1200 (1.9 megapixels)
1600 x 800 (1.3 megapixels)
1024 x 768 (0.7 megapixels)
640 x 480 (0.3 megapixels)
Image Preview / Review
ViewfinderNo
LCD2.4", 112,000 pixels
Playback Zoom10.1x max
Lens
Lens TypeSamsung SHD Lens
3x optical zoom
Image StabilizationNo
Focal Length5.8 - 17.4mm (actual)
35 - 105mm (35mm equivalent)
Aperture RangeWide: F2.8 - F7.1; Tele: F4.9 - F12.4
Focusing SystemTTL auto focus
Focusing RangeNormal: 33" - infinity (80 cm - infinity)
Macro: 2.0" - 33" (5 cm - 80 cm)
Exposure
ISO SensitivityAuto, 50, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1000* (TBD)
Shutter Speed8 - 1/2000 second
Exposure ModesProgram
Metering ModesMulti, Spot
Exposure Compensation+/- 2.0EV in 1/2EV increments
White BalanceImage Sensor - Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Fluorescent_H, Fluorescent_L, Tungsten, Custom, Manual
Internal FlashModes: Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off
Range: Wide: 0.2m - 3.0m, Tele: 0.4m - 2.5m
Creative
Scene ModesNight, Portrait, Children, Landscape, Close-up, Sunset, Dawn, Backlight, Fireworks, Beach & Snow
Digital Zoom1.0x - 5.0x
Self TimerYes, 2/10/2+10 seconds
Time LapseNo
Movie FormatAVI (MJPEG) with audio
640x480 and 320x240
Max. frame-rate: 30 frames per second
Storage
Recording MediumSD/MMC, Built-in
File SystemComplies with Design Rule for Camera File System (DCF)
File FormatJPEG (EXIF 2.2)
Connectivity
VideoYes, NTSC / PAL switchable
ComputerUSB 2.0 Full (LOW) Speed
OtherCamera Cradle
Power
Battery TypeAlkaline disposable, NiMH rechargeable
Battery Form Factor2 x AA
Product Bundle
SoftwareDigimax Master, Storage Driver
Battery / Charger2 x AA alkaline disposable battery
Flash Memory20.0MB built-in memory
Other
Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) compliantYes
PictBridge CompliantYes
Internal MicrophoneYes
Internal SpeakerYes
More Photos
Samsung's Digimax S700 digital camera. Courtesy of Samsung, with modifications by Michael R. Tomkins. Click for a bigger picture!
Samsung's Digimax S700 digital camera. Courtesy of Samsung, with modifications by Michael R. Tomkins. Click for a bigger picture!
Samsung's Digimax S700 digital camera. Courtesy of Samsung, with modifications by Michael R. Tomkins. Click for a bigger picture!
Samsung's Digimax S700 digital camera. Courtesy of Samsung, with modifications by Michael R. Tomkins. Click for a bigger picture!
 

Original Source Press Release:

Samsung Camera Bolsters Feature-Packed Premium Line with Two New Models

Seven MP S700 and Ten MP S1000 Complete the "S" Series Line

Secaucus, NJ (July 20, 2006) - Samsung is pleased to announce the launch of two new "S" Series models within its Premium line of Samsung Digimax digital still cameras. The seven mega-pixel S700 and the ten mega-pixel S1000 are full featured models designed to deliver maximum value, style and performance for digital photographers of all skill and experience levels. Offering features useful to the entire family, both models boast a crystal-clear 2.4-inch LCD and a 3x optical zoom in both still and movie modes.

"The "S" Series cameras are perfect for everyone from beginners to advanced digital photographers," says Stewart Henderson, National Marketing Manager at Samsung Opto-Electronics. "With the addition of the S700 and the S1000, we have bolstered our already strong and comprehensive range of digital still cameras. This, combined with the recent launch of our NV Series, enables us to deliver products that meet the needs of a diverse dealer and consumer base."

For recording movies while on the go, top-of-the-line model S1000 supports MPEG-4, the high-compression, high-quality video format that can record for up to 3-4 times longer than traditional video formats commonly used in other digital cameras. The S700 supports MJPEG video recording. The S1000 can even record more than one-hour of high quality VGA (640x480) video at 30 fps when using a 256 MB memory card. With VGA technology, this model provides a larger screen view and clearer video quality when played on an LCD or TV screen. For steady recording, the built-in movie stabilization will automatically detect and correct lateral and vertical camera movement caused by the shooter's unsteady hand. All three models also enable users to take advantage of the 3x optical zoom even while in the movie recording mode.

These models also feature robust movie clip editing functions which allow users to be more creative with their images than ever before. For example, "S" series owners can select and save a portion of a movie clip during playback and/or select part of a movie clip to be saved as a still image. All of this can be done right on the camera, without the aid of a computer or third party editing software. Also included is Samsung's unique successive video function that allows shooters to pause and resume video recording at any time and merge multiple video files into one single file.

For crystal-clear images under many lighting conditions, these models feature seven scene modes including: Landscape, Close-Up, Sunset, Dawn, Backlight, Fireworks and Beach & Snow. And, for the ultimate in creative control the "S" series models also feature a Special Effects Hot Key, putting several special effects at the user's fingertips. These effects include: Color Effect, offering a variety of colors, including B/W, sepia, blue, red, green or Negative depending on your photographic settings; Highlight, which keeps the subject in sharp focus while putting the rest of the image into soft focus; Photo Frame, allowing the shooter to choose from nine different types of photo frames to shoot their subjects in; and Composite Shot that allows the user to take two-to-four, and save them into a single file.

For further convenience, all Samsung digital still cameras feature a built-in image editing function allowing users to edit a variety of images without the use of a PC. The Trimming function can be used to cut an undesired part of an image and save only the required part. When short of memory, shooters can use the Resizing function to recover some of the memory space, by resizing and saving images in a smaller size. The Rotating function allows users to rotate an image in the desired direction and save it.

To ensure the clarity of images regardless of shooting range, the Auto Macro function automatically adjusts shooting distance and focus. By using the macro button, users can set the camera to automatically adjust distance and focus from between 5cm to infinity.

Equipped with 16MB of built-in memory, these models allow shooters to save pictures without a memory card while the Copy to Card function allows users to seamlessly transfer images saved in the internal memory to external memory. The 'S" series also includes various useful functions such as voice recording for up to one hour, voice memo for adding a short voice message to a picture and "One-touch Playback" for instant playback of a picture even when the power is off.

Model MSRP Availability
Digimax S700

$249.99

August 2006

Digimax S1000

$349.99

August 2006

Samsung Opto-Electronics America, Inc., Secaucus, N.J., is the U.S. subsidiary of Samsung Techwin Co., Ltd., Sungnam Kyungki-Do, Korea. Samsung Opto-Electronics markets a full line of auto focus cameras, zoom and digital cameras for the amateur as well as the professional under the Samsung brand name. CCTV monitors and lenses, motorized zoom lenses, binoculars, observation and security systems, and video presenters are other products in the family of photographic and optical equipment.

For additional information on the entire range of Samsung digital cameras, visit:

http://www.samsungcamerausa.com/

Technical specifications subject to change prior to product launch

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