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Has there ever been a better time to buy a DSLR camera?

If you're shopping for a DSLR don't miss the February 2011 issue of PC & Tech Authority which is on sale now. We've put 11 DSLRs and hybrid cameras head to head. Below is an extract. Get the magazine or iPad edition and you get the full shebang: our full reviews of 11 cameras, comparison feature table, our guide to understanding sensors, plus we kit you out with our accessory guide.

 

Has there ever been a better time to buy a DSLR? We'd argue not, and offer the excellent Nikon D3100 as proof. For less than $900, you can now buy a camera that shoots HD video, takes wonderful pictures and is compatible with what many experts claim to be the best-quality range of lenses in the world.

 

Read more : http://www.pcauthority.com.au/Feature/244797,has-there-ever-been-a-better-time-to-buy-a-dslr-camera.aspx

 

Samsung NX100 review

The Samsung NX100 is an innovative camera, but not always a practical one. The compact interchangeable lens camera has a handsome and slim body, but you should hang on to it carefully because it doesn’t include a textured grip. Inside is a large APS-C image sensor that captures 14.6-megapixels of resolution. This means that you get the same sized sensor as in many standard DSLRs, but in a smaller overall package. Samsung designed a clever iFunction control system that lets you adjust some of the most common camera settings from controls on the lens itself. Yet, neither the 20-50mm kit zoom, nor the body, includes image stabilisation. There’s a smart system for automatic exposure selection, but no built-in flash.

When thinking about a NX100 as the next possible camera for you, the real question is, does innovation outweigh its shortcomings?

Read more : http://www.macworld.com.au/reviews/samsung-nx100-27590/

Samsung NX100

The Samsung NX100is an innovative camera, but not always a practical one. The compact interchangeable lens camera has a handsome and slim body, but you should hang on to it carefully because it doesn’t include a textured grip. Inside is a large APS-C image sensor that captures 14.6-megapixels of resolution. This means that you get the same sized sensor as in many standard DSLRs, but in a smaller overall package. Samsung designed a clever iFunction control system that lets you adjust some of the most common camera settings from controls on the lens itself. Yet, neither the 20-50mm kit zoom, nor the body, includes image stabilization. There’s a smart system for automatic exposure selection, but no built-in flash.

When thinking about a NX100 as the next possible camera for you, the real question is, does innovation outweigh its shortcomings?

Read more : http://www.macworld.com/article/158901/2011/03/nx100_review.html

Gadget review: Samsung NX100

If you’re looking for a compact, lightweight alternative to a DSLR, Samsung NX100 will be ideal for you.


Riding on the success of NX10, Samsung’s first mirrorless camera, NX100 also comes with a mirrorless APS-C size sensor and a three-inch AMOLED screen, plus new features such as i-Function Lens.


Mirrorless cameras were one of the digital camera trends in 2010, and they are expected to grow this year as more companies jump on the bandwagon.


What makes them special is that even though you can still play with interchangeable lenses, the same as you do with a DLSR, mirrorless cameras are much smaller and lighter.


There’s no need to explain the technicalities behind the reduction in size and weight, but do take note that mirrorless cameras don’t come with a viewfinder — this means the main source for viewing your photograph subjects is through the rear LCD or AMOLED screen.


Read more : http://www.herworld.com/timeout/gadget-review/gadget-review-samsung-nx100

Best buys for IT Show 2011

Samsung has a bumper crop at the IT Show, with cameras, camcorders, printers, monitors, laptops, and TVs galore. Check out their main booth on the fourth level, in the center hall.

If you're heading down for any of the two NX mirrorless interchangeable lens cameras listed below, you should know that Samsung is offering attractive bundles with purchase of any NX series camera.

Shave $100 off an additional 30mm lens ($379, U.P. $479), 18-55mm lens ($279, U.P. $379) or 50-200mm lens ($299, U.P. $399). You can also get $50 off a SEF20A flash attachment ($209, U.P. $259), a SEF42A flash attachment ($429, U.P. $479), or $99 off the SEF15A flash attachment ($100, U.P. $199) and $150 off the GPS module ($149, U.P. $299).

 

Read more : http://www.hardwarezone.com/features/view/154682/page:19

 

Samsung NX100

COMPUTERS

In the weeks preceding January's reveal of the Sliding PC 7, more than 300 news items were posted about the 10.1-inch tablet computer, which touts a unique--and polarizing--slide-out keyboard. Today, "there's a very distinct split between people who are pro-Samsung and anti-Samsung," says Chris Davies, an editor at the tech blog SlashGear, "which feels very Apple."

SEMICONDUCTORS

A quarter of Samsung's revenue comes from semiconductors, bought by the likes of Dell, HP, and Microsoft, so it "has some shielding from the market," says Forrester analyst Charles Golvin. This also gives Samsung the freedom (and the cash) to toy with different technologies--Windows Phone 7, smartphones for Symbian, and Android OS, for instance--so when one of those takes off, it's ready with a top-of-the-line product.

Samsung NX100 review

The NX100 is part of a new breed of camera – so new in fact that no one seems to agree on what to call them. They’re defined by pocket-sized dimensions, large SLR-style sensors and interchangeable lenses.

The NX100 joins these ranks, already populated by the superb Sony NEX-5, plus various models from Panasonic and Olympus. It also has much in common with the Samsung NX10, sharing lenses with it, but this new model’s compact- rather than SLR-shaped design makes more sense for this type of camera.

Read more : http://www.expertreviews.co.uk/digital-cameras/1282474/samsung-nx100

Pair this Samsung camera with an Android handset

Below URL is an article about SH100.

http://asia.cnet.com/crave/pair-this-samsung-camera-with-an-android-handset-62113573.htm

Spring is coming to Canterbury

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. has provided the author of this article with the mentioned digital imaging device.

Hello there! Nice to meet you! I am EU. I live in Canterbury, located southeast of the UK. I’ve been staying here for about 20 days now, getting used to the new culture and new life. I am excited to share my adventures in the UK with many of you with the Samsung EX1. A new world viewed through the Samsung EX1! You can look forward to some interesting and fun stories.

Samsung EX1 │ 1/500s │ f4.9 │ 9mm │ ISO 80

This past week’s weather was typical UK weather. At last the rain stopped, leaving room for a warm and cozy sunlight and a clear blue sky. Although the wind was still chillier then one might expect with the radiant sunlight and all, I decided to visit the Greyfriars Garden near my place to get a full feel for the upcoming spring.

Samsung EX1 │ 1/180s │ f3.8 │ 9mm │ ISO 80

Canterbury (Kent Country- located at 85km southeast of London) is a small town, nothing like London, with a unique warmth and comfort not easily found elsewhere.

Samsung EX1 │ 1/500s │ f3.9 │ 5mm │ ISO 80

Samsung EX1 │ 1/500s │ f3.9 │ 5mm │ ISO 80

The cold breeze diminished the feeling of spring, but the green leaves and purple petals appeared to be whispering ‘spring is here!’

Samsung EX1 │ 1/180s │ f4.3.4│ 5mm │ ISO 80

This somewhat lonely and deserted bench will become ever busy in April when people flock to the park to enjoy the spring weather.

Samsung EX1 │ 1/250s │ f4.9 │ 16mm │ ISO 80

This picture is of a grandfather gazing at his grandchild who is sitting in a stroller drinking milk. What a lovely scene! It seemed like they were observing the Narcissus in yellow blossom along the river fence and enjoying the spring just like me.

Samsung EX1 │ 1/350s │ f4.9 │ 16mm │ ISO 80

Samsung EX1 │ 1/350s │ f4.9 │ 16mm │ ISO 80

Have you ever heard of ‘punting’? It refers to cruising down the river on a boat called a ‘punt.’ Punting was mostly used for hunting or fishing in the past, but is now mostly used for tourists. The Cambridge area is especially famous for punting. Punting also exists in Canterbury and because the river flowing through Greyfriars Garden is not deep, it is the best place for punting. A couple was idly riding down the river, having a peaceful afternoon. It was a nice match with the spring weather.

Samsung EX1 │ 1/500s │ f5.1 │ 11mm │ ISO 80

At Canterbury, you can find both winter and spring…just like a falling leaf and flower petals. Soon the leaves will all disappear and give way to green leaves and blossoming flowers. Approaching spring is welcoming, but I already miss the fading winter.

Firmware Updates for the NX lenses

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd, a global leader in digital media and digital convergence technologies announced firmware upgrades for Samsung’s NX Lenses. The firmware upgrades for NX lens will enhance the product performance.

Here are the improvements in NX Lens Firmware

1. The rotation direction of MF Ring is changed to the opposite.

2. The power consumption of using the lens is reduced.

3. Focus accuracy is imporved when focus is set to infinite in Fireworks mode.

Applicable Models and Firmware Versions

• 18-55 mm (v1.20)

• 18-55 mm_i-Function (v1.10)

• 20 mm (v1.10)

• 20-50 mm (v1.10)

• 30 mm (v1.20)

• 50-200 mm (v1.20)

• 50-200 mm_i-Function (v1.10)

The upgrades are available for customers to download at www.samsung.com

 

How to upgrade the firmware for the NX Lenses.

You can upgrade the firmware by following these steps;

1. Click here to download firmware

2. Click on Firmware

3. Click on ‘Upgrade guide’ and ‘Upgrade File’ to install and upgrade your firmware