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Samsung's DualView ST600 digital camera. Photo provided by Samsung Electronics Co. Samsung ST100, ST600: Two new DualView digicams
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(Wednesday, July 21, 2010 - 10:30 EDT)

Samsung has today announced its latest pair of DualView digital camera models, unusual for their inclusion of a secondary LCD display on their front panel.

The Samsung ST100 and Samsung ST600 both have very similar specifications, but rather different form factors. The ST100 has an internal 5x optical zoom lens with a rather tight 35mm wide angle, while the ST600 has a standard 5x optical zoom with a useful 27mm wide angle. Maximum aperture for the Samsung DualView ST600 varies from F3.5 to F5.9 across the zoom range. By contrast, the Samsung DualView ST100 isn't quite as bright at its F5.6 wide angle, but is noticeably brighter at the F4.8 telephoto. Both cameras' lenses carry Schneider-Kreuznach Varioplan branding. Interestingly, despite the different lens types, there's almost no difference between the Dualview ST100 and ST600 in terms of size, with height and depth being near-identical, and the ST600 being just a scant tenth of an inch wider. The choice, then, isn't whether you want a more pocketable camera, but whether you want to trade off your wide angle capabilities to negate the need to wait for the lens to extend or retract, and gain a brighter, more powerful telephoto.

The DualView ST600 and ST100 are otherwise pretty similar, at least in terms of the rather limited specifications that are currently available. The Samsung ST100 is the slightly more expensive model, priced at US$350, while the Samsung ST600 costs $330. Both cameras ship from September 2010.

More details can be found in our Samsung ST600 preview and Samsung ST100 preview.

Samsung DualView ST100
Samsung's DualView ST100 digital camera. Photo provided by Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd. Click for a bigger picture!
General
Camera TypeUltra Compact
ManufacturerSamsung
Model NumberNorth America: ST100
Dimensions3.9 x 2.4 x 0.8 in.
(100 x 60 x 20 mm)
Planned Price$350
Planned AvailabilitySeptember 2010
Image Capture
Sensor TypeCCD
Approx. 0.00 in. diagonal
14.20 megapixels (effective)
Aspect Ratio4:3
Image Dimensions12.0 megapixels
10.6 megapixels
8.3 megapixels
8.0 megapixels
4.9 megapixels
3.1 megapixels
2.1 megapixels
0.8 megapixels
Image Preview / Review
ViewfinderNo
LCD3.5 in. diagonal
Lens
Lens TypeSchneider-KREUZNACH Varioplan
5x optical zoom
Image StabilizationYes
Focal Length6.3 - 31.5mm (actual)
35 - 175mm (35mm equivalent)
Aperture Rangef/3.6 (wide) / f/4.8 (tele) - ???
Focusing SystemContrast Detection
Exposure
Exposure ModesProgram
White BalanceImage Sensor
Creative
Scene ModesSmart Auto, Smart Movie, Dual IS, Scene; Smart Auto: Portrait, Night Portrait, Backlight Portrait, Macro Portrait, Night, Backlight, Landscape, White, Natural Green, Blue Sky, Sunset, Macro, Macro Text (Smart Guide), Macro Color, Tripod, Action, Fireworks
Self TimerYes, 2, 10, Self-Shot seconds
Movie FormatH.264 with audio
Max. clip length: 1,200 seconds ()
Storage
File SystemComplies with Design Rule for Camera File System (DCF)
File FormatJPEG
Connectivity
VideoHigh definition: Yes (HDMI)
OtherHMDI (CEC)
Power
Battery TypeLithium-ion rechargeable
Battery Form FactorProprietary
Product Bundle
SoftwareIntelli Studio
Battery / Charger1 x Proprietary Lithium-ion rechargeable battery and charger
Other
Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) compliantYes
PictBridge CompliantYes
Internal MicrophoneYes
Internal SpeakerYes
Tripod MountYes
Remote ControlNo
NotesDual IS (Optical Image Stabilization + Digital Image Stabilization), DualView with 1.8" front LCD and 3.5" touchscreen LCD, Smart Gesture UI, Touch Lock Function, Smart Face Recognition (Register 6 people manually and 14 people automatically / My Star: 6 people who are registered manually), One Touch Shooting, Smart Auto 2.0 (Movie & Still), Smart Album (Smart Album Category: Type, Date, Color, Week, Face, Favorite), Beauty Shot, HD Movie Recording: 720p Resolution @30fps / H.264 Movie File, HDMI CEC. Available in black or pink.
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Samsung's DualView ST100 digital camera. Photo provided by Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd. Click for a bigger picture!
Samsung's DualView ST100 digital camera. Photo provided by Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd. Click for a bigger picture!
Samsung's DualView ST100 digital camera. Photo provided by Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd

Samsung DualView ST600
Samsung's DualView ST600 digital camera. Photo provided by Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd. Click for a bigger picture!
General
Camera TypeUltra Compact
ManufacturerSamsung
Model NumberNorth America: ST600
Dimensions4.1 x 2.3 x 0.8 in.
(104 x 59 x 20 mm)
Planned Price$330
Planned AvailabilitySeptember 2010
Image Capture
Sensor TypeCCD
Approx. 0.00 in. diagonal
14.20 megapixels (effective)
Aspect Ratio4:3
Image Dimensions12.0 megapixels
10.6 megapixels
8.3 megapixels
8.0 megapixels
4.9 megapixels
3.1 megapixels
2.1 megapixels
0.8 megapixels
Image Preview / Review
ViewfinderNo
LCD3.5 in. diagonal
Lens
Lens TypeSchneider-KREUZNACH Varioplan
5x optical zoom
Image StabilizationYes
Focal Length4.9 - 24.5mm (actual)
27 - 135mm (35mm equivalent)
Aperture Rangef/3.5 (wide) / f/5.9 (tele) - ???
Focusing SystemContrast Detection
Exposure
Exposure ModesProgram
White BalanceImage Sensor
Creative
Scene ModesSmart Auto, Smart Movie, Dual IS, Scene; Smart Auto: Portrait, Night Portrait, Backlight Portrait, Macro Portrait, Night, Backlight, Landscape, White, Natural Green, Blue Sky, Sunset, Macro, Macro Text (Smart Guide), Macro Color, Tripod, Action, Fireworks
Self TimerYes, 2, 10, Self-Shot seconds
Movie FormatH.264 with audio
Max. clip length: 1,200 seconds ()
Storage
File SystemComplies with Design Rule for Camera File System (DCF)
File FormatJPEG
Connectivity
VideoHigh definition: Yes (HDMI)
OtherHMDI (CEC)
Power
Battery TypeLithium-ion rechargeable
Battery Form FactorProprietary
Product Bundle
SoftwareIntelli Studio
Battery / Charger1 x Proprietary Lithium-ion rechargeable battery and charger
Other
Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) compliantYes
PictBridge CompliantYes
Internal MicrophoneYes
Internal SpeakerYes
Tripod MountYes
Remote ControlNo
NotesDual IS (Optical Image Stabilization + Digital Image Stabilization), DualView with 1.8" front LCD and 3.5" touchscreen LCD, Smart Gesture UI, Touch Lock Function, Smart Face Recognition (Register 6 people manually and 14 people automatically / My Star: 6 people who are registered manually), One Touch Shooting, Smart Auto 2.0 (Movie & Still), Smart Album (Smart Album Category: Type, Date, Color, Week, Face, Favorite), Beauty Shot, HD Movie Recording: 720p Resolution @30fps / H.264 Movie File, HDMI CEC. Available in black or purple.
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Samsung's DualView ST600 digital camera. Photo provided by Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd. Click for a bigger picture!
Samsung's DualView ST600 digital camera. Photo provided by Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd. Click for a bigger picture!
Samsung's DualView ST600 digital camera. Photo provided by Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd. Click for a bigger picture!

Original Source Press Release:

Samsung Adds Versatility To DualView Family With Two New Models

Never Miss the Perfect Profile Shot with the New Samsung DualView ST600 and ST100

Ridgefield Park, NJ (July 21, 2010) –Samsung Electronics. Co. Ltd, a global leader in digital media and digital convergence technology, today unveiled the latest additions to its DualView camera portfolio, the 14.2 mega-pixel ST600 and ST100. Reinforcing the company’s position as a global leader in the digital imaging industry and a driver of innovation, the ST600 and ST100 build off of the success of the TL225 and TL220, offering consumers a stylish design, a full-range of smart and easy-to-use features, and Samsung’s revolutionary dual LCD technology.

The new flagship models of the Samsung DualView camera family, the ST600 and ST100 each received an upgrade to their front LCD screens, activated by a simple tap, which now measure 1.8” compared to the 1.5” front LCD screens found on their DualView predecessors. With larger front LCD screens, the ST600 and ST100 make it easier for consumers to properly frame themselves in their photos and videos and be part of the action by stepping out from behind the camera and joining friends and family in front. The Samsung DualView ST600 and ST100 are also available in stylish, mood-inspired colors, including purple (ST600) and pink (ST100), and are encased in a slim and sleek compact frame with a metallic finish to deliver a new sense of fun and modern functionality that will ensure users stand out from the crowd.

“Today’s launch is an important landmark for Samsung as it reinforces our position as a leading innovator in the digital camera market,” said SJ Park, President of Samsung Digital Imaging Division. “Unlike any other feature found on digital cameras, consumers immediately recognize the value of what our dual LCD technology can do for them. There is no learning curve or technical understanding that must be achieved as it is a natural extension of what our customers are already doing. Samsung is looking to simplify that task with the new ST600 and ST100, ensuring they have the ability to take the perfect profile shot, and never have to miss that perfect picture moment with family and friends, even if they’re not behind the camera.”

High-Quality Optics and Images
The Samsung DualView ST600 and ST100 come equipped with high-quality Schneider KREUZNACH lenses which are supported by Optical and Digital Image Stabilization to help consumers produce blur-free images. The ST600 combines a powerful 27mm wide-angle focal length with a 5x optical zoom, while the ST100 is the first Samsung DualView digital camera to feature an internal, 5x optical zoom, which keeps the design optimally chic (35mm focal-length).

Innovative and Easy-to-Use Functions
The new ST600 and ST100 feature Samsung’s Smart Auto (Still & Movie) scene recognition technology. With Smart Auto (Still & Movie) selected, the ST600 and ST100 take the guess work out of taking a great photo or video. Smart Auto (Still & Movie) analyzes key elements of the composition of the image such as color, brightness, motion and subject and then selects the appropriate scene mode which will produce the best results.

Additional features offered by the cameras’ front LCD screens include a self-portrait mode, a couples mode which will automatically snap a photo when it detects two faces tilted toward each other, a children’s setting which will play a cartoon animation with sound to encourage young ones to smile for the camera, and a self-timer which provides a visual countdown so that everyone posing for a photo knows exactly when to smile. The newest feature incorporated into the front LCD screen is Samsung’s jump shot mode. When set to jump shot mode, the front LCD will provide a visual queue to those in front of the camera to jump in unison, and immediately trigger the ST600 or ST100 to take three consecutive images to help users capture an image that essentially freezes their subjects in mid-air.

The ST600 and ST100 also incorporate Samsung’s Smart Gesture User Interface (UI) which allows for the quick access and use of key features with either a simple tilt or a hand gesture. Users can quickly scroll through photos by slightly tilting the device in either direction, swiping their finger across the screen, or by selecting the appropriate photos for a slide show. Managing images is also easy with the ST600 and ST100.

* Specifications are subject to change without notice.

For additional information regarding Samsung’s 2010 digital imaging product lineup, including press releases, video content and product images, please visit www.samsung.com/newsroom.

About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is a global leader in semiconductor, telecommunication, digital media and digital convergence technologies with 2009 consolidated sales of US$116.8 billion. Employing approximately 188,000 people in 185 offices across 65 countries, the company consists of eight independently operated business units: Visual Display, Mobile Communications, Telecommunication Systems, Digital Appliances, IT Solutions, Digital Imaging, Semiconductor and LCD. Recognized as one of the fastest growing global brands, Samsung Electronics is a leading producer of digital TVs, memory chips, mobile phones and TFT-LCDs. For more information, please visit www.samsung.com.

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