Built-in HDMI
Built-in HDMI
HDMI connectivity in body, avoiding the hassle of messy cords..
24mm Ultra Wide, 10x Optical Zoom
24mm Ultra Wide, 10x Optical Zoom
24mm ultra wide angle, 10x optical zoom lens: For great group shots and wide landscape shots. Get closer than ever before with the 10X optical zoom...
High Definition (HD)
High Definition (HD)
Get the most out of your videos, with cutting-edge HD technology. You can record movies in 720p to get fantastic HD detail...
Dual Image Stabilisation
Dual Image Stabilisation
Dual Image Stabilisation works by integrating the best sensor shift mechanisms of Optical Image Stabilisation with the sophisticated algorithms of Digital Image Stabilisation, to take ultra clear images without blur...
Smart Auto Mode
Smart Auto Mode
This mode uses extremely clever technology to assess the type of photo you are taking and then optimise the camera automatically to ensure the best results possible are achieved. All this in less than the blink of an eye...
DRIM
DRIM
The new DRIM Engine from Samsung delivers unsurpassed performance for both still image and movie capture. DRIM has an advanced image processing algorithm that lets you capture crisp rich colour images with exceptional speed - virtually eliminating Artefacts and Digital Noise...
Face Detection
Face Detection
Each time you click, your camera automatically recognises if there is a face in the shot. It then optimises the focus and exposure of up to nine faces for stunning, natural looking portraits...
Smile Detection
Smile Detection
Smile Detection ensures that no happy moments are missed by taking the shot automatically when smiles are detected...
Blink Detection
Blink Detection
The Blink Detection function detects when a subjects eyes are closed; this feature triggers the camera to automatically take three shots in order to capture the eyes open...
Beauty Shot
Beauty Shot
The Beauty Shot function uses face detection technology to retouch the facial skin to appear brighter and to give the impression of a smoother skin tone. This can be done either while shooting or during playback...
Scene Mode
Scene Mode
Choose from various scene modes to automatically adjust your camera settings, such as exposure, colour and contrast. These can include; Portrait, Children, Night scene, Backlight, Landscape, Sunset, Dawn, Firework, Snow, Close up, Self, Cafe, Food and Text...
Auto Contrast Balance
Auto Contrast Balance
The new Auto Contrast Balance automatically compensates the brightness of objects in challenging light environments (i.e. backlight conditions) to ensure a perfectly exposed image...
Red-Eye Fix
Red-Eye Fix
Your camera uses a special algorithm to automatically detect and eliminate red-eye from your shot. You just get the perfect, natural portrait. You can even choose to remove red-eye after you have taken the shot...
Smart Album
Smart Album
Find your images quicker. Automatic classification of your images helps you search through all your pictures by simple categories, such as time/date, subject, colour or even by your favourite face...
Recycle Bin
Recycle Bin
The Recycle Bin Function allows you to retrieve images if you've accidently deleted them...
Li-on Battery, in camera charging system
Li-on Battery, in camera charging system
Charge the battery inside the camera from a standard electrical socket or alternatively straight from a USB port connected to your computer. Greater flexibility as there is no need for an additional charger...
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