Samsung NX11 Preview

　

Samsung Evolution Camera, NX10 becoming one with i-Function Lens

Samsung has unveiled the new NX11 in CES2011 in Las Vegas in January. The NX11 has been designed based on the NX10, and supports 14.6M pixels APS-C image sensor, ISO 3200, 720P movie recording, and 30~1/4000s shutter speed which are almost the same as the NX10. Due to these features, people can easily think there's no difference, but taking a closer look, there are some differences from the NX10 such as i-Function lens functions, panorama, and sound capture mode. Besides, it has advanced noise handling feature in high ISO, so the overall quality of the pictures has also been upgraded. This much upgrade is good enough, I think.

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2011 Samsung’s New Cameras Unveiled!: The NX11, The New i-Function Lenses, and The WB700

On December 28, 2010 (EDT), Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. released some of its new products: The NX11, 18-55mm i-Function Lens , 20mm/20-50mm(silver) i-Function Lens and the WB700.


NX11, 18-55mm i-Function Lens , 20mm/20-50mm(silver) i-Function Lens

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. introduced its new i-Function system camera the NX11. The NX11 brings the unique and sought after capabilities of the i-Function lens, along with other NX system upgrades, to Samsung’s flagship NX10 camera.

The change in grip design provides a more comfortable usability and the lens priority mode dial means that each mode can be selected with each of the lenses. A panorama function has also been added to the upgraded NX11, which allows the user to take panoramic pictures in one press-and-sweep motion. The high-speed burst of frames is stitched together using innovative processing techniques to automatically create a panorama picture.

Moreover, the NX11 will come complete with an 18-55mm i-Function lens as well as two new i-Function lenses, a 20mm pancake and a 20-50mm zoom silver color lens. The consumer can use them with the NX System.

Mr. Hyunho Chung, Executive Vice President and Head of the Digital Imaging Business, Samsung Electronics, said: “Today’s launch is important for Samsung in reinforcing our position as a leading innovator in the digital camera market and for showing our innovation in the compact system camera market. The NX11, while offering the best features of the NX10, has an upgraded design and the additional i-Function capability with more lenses. The launch of our next offering in the NX range also demonstrates our commitment to our customers, by producing user driven innovation in the form of easy-to-use functions and upgraded customization.”


WB700

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. introduced Samsung’s latest compact super-zoom camera the WB700.
The zoom has been improved from 15X to 24X zoom, which is formed through a combination of an 18X optical zoom and a 1.3X Smart Zoom function. This impressive zoom lens is housed within a camera body which is almost same size as its predecessor the WB600 and is the best in its class, offering unprecedented flexibility and quality, giving consumers the ability to shoot great images whether their subject is near or far.

The WB700 also includes unique features, to give you added flexibility from your camera, meaning you can get even more artistic with your shots. So, the WB700 is for people who want a high performance camera to suit their outdoor lifestyle.

The new products will be unveiled on January 6. 2011 , at the CES in Las Vegas, US

NX10 + 30mm lens = Nice results

One of the greatest things about NX10 is that it alleviates the discomfort caused by the size and the weight of DSRL camera. But what’s even better is the pancake lens! Along with the small size, the blue line –which resembles the symbol of Samsung- around the pancake lens adds fresh look to NX10. Today, along with 30mm lens, I’m going to talk about Contrast AF.

NX10 adopted the Contrast AF method so that the sensor can judge the exposed definition (sharpness) of the image by itself, reducing the number of errors, thus enabling faster AF. In easier terms, any one who is reading this post would definitely have noticed that the mirror box and the pentaprism is bravely removed. That’s why much of the volume and weight is gone.

Then, let’s take a look at sample pictures taken with 30mm lens and let yourself be captivated by its charm.

NX10 30mm lens l 1/45s l F2.0 l ISO 100 l AWB l Program

NX10 30mm lens l 1/13s l F22.0 l ISO 200 l AWB l Shutter priority

NX10 30mm lens l 1/13s l F2.0 l ISO 800 l –1.60EV l Shutter priority

When you take pictures with 30mm lens, it particularly demonstrates its charm in snap shots, stills and portraits. There is no problem is in using 30mm for most of the shoots including outdoors except for close ups. Although there is no optical image stabilizer, as mentioned above, it prides in its cutting-edge sharpness so you can achieve great results in places that lack sunlight.

NX10 30mm lens l 1/13s l F22.0 l ISO 800 l –1.60EV l Shutter priority

NX10 30mm lens l 1/60s l F22.0 l ISO 800 l –2.00EV l Shutter priority

NX10 30mm lens l 1/13s l F3.2 l ISO 800 l –1.60EV l Shutter priority

Pancake lens is very useful in taking portraits because you are able to freely express with selective focus. It’s not easy to take pictures of children with ordinary digital camera because they have a lot of movement. I’m sure you have experienced a subtle blur in end results. However, pancake lens which prides in F2.0 will add excitement in shooting because like its characteristic as fast lens, it emphasizes the portrait and blurs the background and easily captures fast movement. If you are a NX10 user, make sure to give a shot at taking portraits. Franly to speak, I didn’t prepare sample shots of portrait. Sorry for that. :((

# Sample video

When shooting videos, 18-55mm lens is a bit better in terms of speed and accuracy, but 30mm lens also delivers excellent results.

Check out another sample video from YouTube.

FYI, Samsung NX10 720p test video. User ID: DIGIFOTOpro

The pictures that I shared today are mostly taken under indoor dark lightning. People take as many pictures indoors as outdoors, but it is true that we have to pay more attention to the light. I hope the sample pictures can be a bit of a help to people with similar problems. Of course, taken in or out, the results were all satisfying. :D

If there is anyone reluctant to take pictures due to the fear of burning sunlight, let’s have fun taking pictures of daily items that are relatively easy to compose.

Pancake By Pancake lens!

NX10 30mm lens l 1/125s l F2.0 l ISO 100 l –0.60EV l Program

NX10 + 30mm lens = Nice results