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Samsung's AQ100 digital camera. Photo provided by Samsung Electronics America Inc. Samsung SL605 and AQ100: two new durable compacts
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(Saturday, February 20, 2010 - 15:00 EST)

Alongside the enthusiast-class TL350 and TL500 models, Samsung has today unveiled its SL605 and AQ100 compacts, aimed at outdoors types and hitting a more affordable price point.

The Samsung SL605 and AQ100 have rather differing degrees of protection against their shooting environment, matching their price tags. For $130, the Samsung SL605 is rubberized in several points so as to provide a degree of protection, and also includes an anti-scratch mask over the LCD. The twelve megapixel SL605 includes a 5x optical zoom lens with 27mm wide angle and Samsung branding. More details are available in our Samsung SL605 preview.

The Samsung AQ100 meanwhile is waterproof to a depth of ten feet, and provides a dedicated Aqua mode for taking underwater photographs. Sensor resolution, like that of the SL605, is twelve megapixels and the AQ100 includes a prism-folded, Samsung-branded 5x optical zoom lens. Our Samsung AQ100 preview is available with more information on this model.

SD/MMC including SDHC, Built-in
Samsung SL605
Samsung's SL605 digital camera. Photo provided by Samsung Electronics America Inc. Click for a bigger picture!
General
Camera TypeUltra Compact
ManufacturerSamsung
Model NumberNorth America: SL605
Dimensions3.8 x 2.3 x 0.9 in.
(97 x 59 x 22 mm)
Planned Price$130
Planned AvailabilityApril 2010
Image Capture
Sensor TypeCCD
Approx. 0.00 in. diagonal
12.20 megapixels (effective)
Aspect Ratio4:3, 16:9
Image Dimensions4000 x 3000 (12.0 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
LCD2.7 in. diagonal
230,000 dots (approx. 77,000 pixels)
Lens
Lens TypeSamsung Zoom Lens
5x optical zoom
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 - Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Fluorescent H, Fluorescent L, Tungsten, Manual
Creative
Self TimerYes, 2 or 10 seconds
Movie FormatAVI (Motion JPEG) with audio
Storage
Recording Medium
File SystemComplies with Design Rule for Camera File System (DCF)
File FormatJPEG (Exif 2.21)
Connectivity
ComputerUSB 2.0 High Speed
Power
Battery TypeLithium-ion rechargeable
Battery Form FactorProprietary
Product Bundle
Battery / Charger1 x Proprietary Lithium-ion rechargeable battery and charger
Other
Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) compliantYes
PictBridge CompliantYes
Tripod MountYes
Remote ControlNo
NotesDurable design (Metal Front Cover, Dust-proof Button-pad & Anti-scratch Mask), Smart Night Mode, Smart Auto, Perfect Portrait System: Beauty Shot / Face Detection / Self Portrait / Smile Shot / Blink Detection / Red-eye Fix.
More Photos
Samsung's SL605 digital camera. Photo provided by Samsung Electronics America Inc. Click for a bigger picture!
Samsung's SL605 digital camera. Photo provided by Samsung Electronics America Inc. Click for a bigger picture!
Samsung's SL605 digital camera. Photo provided by Samsung Electronics America Inc. Click for a bigger picture!
Samsung's SL605 digital camera. Photo provided by Samsung Electronics America Inc. Click for a bigger picture!
Samsung's SL605 digital camera. Photo provided by Samsung Electronics America Inc. Click for a bigger picture!
Samsung's SL605 digital camera. Photo provided by Samsung Electronics America Inc. Click for a bigger picture!
Samsung's SL605 digital camera. Photo provided by Samsung Electronics America Inc. Click for a bigger picture!

Samsung AQ100
Samsung's AQ100 digital camera. Photo provided by Samsung Electronics America Inc. Click for a bigger picture!
General
Camera TypeUltra Compact
ManufacturerSamsung
Model NumberNorth America: AQ100
Dimensions3.7 x 2.4 x 0.7 in.
(94 x 61 x 18 mm)
Planned Price$200
Planned AvailabilityApril 2010
Image Capture
Sensor TypeCCD
Approx. 0.00 in. diagonal
12.20 megapixels (effective)
Aspect Ratio4:3, 16:9
Image Dimensions4000 x 3000 (12.0 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
LCD2.7 in. diagonal
230,000 dots (approx. 77,000 pixels)
Lens
Lens TypeSamsung Zoom Lens (Internal)
5x optical zoom
Focal Length6.3 - 31.5mm (actual)
Aperture Rangef/3.6 (wide) / f/4.8 (tele) - ???
Focusing SystemContrast Detection
Exposure
Exposure ModesProgram
White BalanceImage Sensor - Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Fluorescent H, Fluorescent L, Tungsten, Manual
Creative
Self TimerYes, 2 or 10 seconds
Movie FormatMPEG4 (H.264) with audio
Storage
Recording MediumSD/MMC including SDHC, Built-in
File SystemComplies with Design Rule for Camera File System (DCF)
File FormatJPEG (Exif 2.21)
Connectivity
ComputerUSB 2.0 High Speed
Other
Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) compliantYes
PictBridge CompliantYes
Tripod MountYes
Remote ControlNo
NotesWaterproof up to 10 Feet, 720p HD Movies, Smart Filter (Lens and Color Effect), Smart Auto, Smart Album, Perfect Portrait System: Beauty Shot / Face Detection / Self Portrait / Smile Shot / Blink Detection / Red-eye Fix, Photo Style Selector.
More Photos
Samsung's AQ100 digital camera. Photo provided by Samsung Electronics America Inc. Click for a bigger picture!
Samsung's AQ100 digital camera. Photo provided by Samsung Electronics America Inc. Click for a bigger picture!
Samsung's AQ100 digital camera. Photo provided by Samsung Electronics America Inc. Click for a bigger picture!
Samsung's AQ100 digital camera. Photo provided by Samsung Electronics America Inc. Click for a bigger picture!
Samsung's AQ100 digital camera. Photo provided by Samsung Electronics America Inc. Click for a bigger picture!

Original Source Press Release:

Samsung Announces Pair Of Durable Compact Cameras Allowing Users To Get Adventurous With Their Photos

Waterproof AQ100 and Durable SL605 Offer High-End Features in Protective Frames

Anaheim, CA (February 20, 2010) - Samsung Electronics America, Inc., a market leader and award-winning innovator in consumer electronics, today added two 12 mega-pixel point‑and‑shoots to its digital camera lineup for 2010 - the durable SL605 and the waterproof AQ100. Thanks to their elements‑focused design, the AQ100 and the SL605 grant peace of mind and allow users to focus on taking the perfect shot, rather than worrying about damage to the camera. The AQ100 and the SL605 will be on display during PMA 2010, February 21-23, in the Samsung booth, #2227, in the Anaheim Convention Center.

“Memories can happen at any given moment and in any environment,” said Mr. SJ Park, CEO of Samsung Digital Imaging Company. “Further diversifying and expanding the range of digital imaging solutions available from Samsung, consumers can rely on these durable compacts to perform in the most challenging of environments as they’re both built to last and feature packed for the highest-quality results.”

AQ100
Offering extraordinary capabilities, the slim (0.78” thick) AQ100 was developed for use in up to 10 feet of water and thanks to the camera’s exceptional low-light performance, it’s capable of taking bright images at that depth. Whether taking photos of friends and family in the pool or a school of fish while snorkeling in the ocean, users will benefit from the AQ100’s dedicated Aqua mode, which will optimize camera settings for the best possible underwater photos.

A powerful camera on land or in water, the AQ100 boasts an ample, 5x optical inner‑zoom lens complete with Digital Image Stabilization to help reduce blurry images. Additionally, the AQ100 features a bright, 2.7‑inch TFT-LCD screen for framing and reviewing images.

In addition to taking beautiful still images, consumers can also record impressive 720p HD video above or below the water. The AQ100 offers image stabilization while recording video and for complete simplicity, it has Smart Auto (Still & Movie) scene recognition technology which fine tunes both video and picture settings for the best possible results. All the users have to do is point and shoot.

SL605
The new SL605 was designed with durability in mind, and offers consumers Samsung’s Anti‑scratch Mask, which safeguards the camera from any unwanted scratches during everyday use. Furthermore, key areas of the Samsung SL605, including the bottom, buttons and areas surrounding the 2.7-inch TFT-LCD (230,000 pixel), are rubberized to further protect the camera from elements such as dust, dirt or sand.

Beyond its durability, users will also benefit from the Samsung SL605’s internal 27mm wide‑angle, 5x optical zoom lens, which gives them the ability to take sharp and detailed images from any distance. With a wide-angle lens at their fingertips, users will be able to capture more of a desired scene, such as landscapes or large groups of friends and family. The SL605 offers standard definition, VGA video recording and also features Samsung’s intuitive and easy-to-use Smart Auto scene recognition technology.

Samsung has also incorporated a Smart Night Mode in the new SL605, which will allow consumers to capture sharp, properly exposed images when shooting at night. Typically, a flash can be too bright and wash out one’s subject when used in low-light or night-time settings, ruining what could have been a great image. With Samsung’s new Smart Night Mode, this is no longer an issue as consumers can now increase or decrease the power of the flash to ensure the perfect shot, the way they want, each and every time.

* Specifications are subject to change without notice.

About Samsung Digital Imaging
Samsung Digital Imaging Co. Ltd. is a leader in photo imaging technology, digital cameras and optical devices. The company offers a range of high-performance digital compact and DSLR cameras, introducing cutting-edge features to meet consumer needs. Samsung began developing film cameras in 1979 and has led the growth of the digital imaging market through its advanced technology and innovation. For more information, please visit www.samsungimaging.com

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. Please visit www.samsung.com for more information.

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