Samsung Galaxy K is ready to compete with famous brands

Have you been seeing a sample of the Samsung Galaxy S5 camera? If you've seen and not so satisfied with the quality of the Samsung Galaxy S5 camera, then you can consider the Galaxy S5 Zoom. This new gadget will be announced with the name Galaxy K.

Samsung Galaxy K is the next generation of the Galaxy S4 Zoom. Apparently Samsung is getting serious to develop the technology and features of the smart camera range, as well as other products such as LED smart TV. Sony and LG will receive strong competition from Samsung, as well as numerous other brands.

 

Samsung Galaxy K. Image: updatemyandroid.com

If you look at the design of this new camera, the Galaxy KU has a thinner design than the Galaxy S4 Zoom. Although it has a thinner design, but Samsung Galaxy K offers a 10x optical zoom capabilities such as the Galaxy S4 Zoom. In addition, the Samsung Galaxy K also get improved camera sensor, slightly higher than its predecessor. It is said that Samsung Galaxy K using a 20 megapixel camera sensor, and reinforced with a Xenon flash.  However, the front camera is only 2 megapixels, slightly up from the 1.9-megapixel camera on the S4 Zoom, so  it would have been enough to make a photo selfie.

Based on the leaked benchmark tests, the Samsung Galaxy K will be equipped with specs like a 4.8-inch Super AMOLED display with a resolution of 720 x 1280P, even six-core processors Samsung Exynos 5 Hexa, with ARM Mali-T624 graphics, 2 GB of RAM, and two reported storage capacities, which likely means that a dedicated memory card slot will be present, and the latest Android 4.4.2 KitKat is what runs on the device. All the usual connectivity is included, as well as 802.11ac Wifi support. SamMobile notes that super-early Antutu benchmark scores put the general performance of the Galaxy S5 Zoom quite a bit above both the HTC One and Samsung Galaxy S4.

As a comparison, so you can consider. Samsung S4 Zoom has a 16 MP camera, 4.3 "qHD display with 540x960 pixels, dual-core Exynos processor, 1.5 GB of RAM, and 8 GB of storage, plus a microSD slot. Whopping It also has the 10x optical zoom, and a similar feature is very Likely to be in the new S5 Zoom, too. Unfortunately, the S4 Zoom is as big as a compact point-and-shoot camera.

The display on the Galaxy S5 Zoom is expected to come in a bit smaller than the Galaxy S5, at 4.7 inches to 5.1. It has been confirmed that the new device will have support for the 4G LTE connectivity and NFC. Aside from the Samsung Galaxy S5 Zoom or Galaxy K Zoom, the company is expected to announce more devices that would be based on the latest flagship such as the Samsung Galaxy S5 Active and the Samsung Galaxy S5 Mini.

According to the Androidandme.com, the Galaxy S5 zoom/Galaxy K will be unveiled on April 29 in Singapore at the Red Dot Design Museum.  There is no information about the price of Samsung Galaxy K, so you need to wait patiently, if and eager to vacation in Bali or Cuba with this latest cameras.

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Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II a mini DSLR

If you're looking for a new camera as a companion or alternative to digital SLR camera, then the Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II is a serious piece of kit that aligns Canon with some of the competition that's out there, you can even call the successor of the PowerShot G1 X as a mini DSLR camera. You can operate the Canon G1 X Mark II is like a DSLR camera because you can maximize PASM; the Smart Auto button; Scene, and Movie. Canon G1 Mark II has new lens with Dual Control Rings provides customized functions with operation similar to SLR lenses and allows full-time manual focus.

The Canon G1 X Mark II has a 13.1-megapixel (12.8MP in 3:2 ratio) sensor, features Canon’s latest DIGIC 6 processor that, according to Canon, is 2.6x faster than the previous DIGIC 5 version; Focusing speeds were noticeably faster than the G1 X. This new camera also equipped with NFC connectivity as well as Wi-Fi. The G1 X Mark II has made a lot of sensible improvements over its predecessor. The Canon PowerShot G1 x Mk II also  features a bright f/2.0-3.9 lens that delivers excellent low light performance. 

Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II with buil-in pop flash. Image: imaging-resource.com

You can enjoy a 1-million dot 3-inch LCD screen mounted on a tilt-angle bracket. The G1 X MkII's screen can flip all the way up to face forward for selfies and its touch-sensitive panel adds yet another additional feature compared to the original. 

The G1 X Mark II also has a new lens, and more exciting, starting at a very bright f/2.0 wide angle, and only falling to f/3.9 at the telephoto position, despite offering more zoom range. And there's also a new nine-bladed aperture, up from six blades in the Canon GX 1, a change that should yield more attractive bokeh.

You can also maximize your imagination to create a variety of creative photo because on Canon G1 X The Mark II, there are a couple of new options on the mode dial provides a choice of Auto, Retro, Monochrome, Special, and Natural categories. If you want to make a movie or a video clip, then the G1 X Mark II is Able to record 1920x1080 30p Full HD movies with stereo sound, utilising the optical zoom if the user desires. Your pictures can be saved with a choice of JPEG; Raw; Raw + JPEG.

 

Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II with touchscreen LCD. Image: itespresso.it

The Canon G1 X Mark II also has been equipped with NFC (Near-Field Communications) technology, and built-in Wi-Fi that letting you pair the camera to your smartphone or tablet. The buil-in Wi-Fi enabled computer to transfer images, so you can post your images to social networking and media sites such as  Twitter, YouTube, Facebook, Flickr and now Google Drive through CANON iMAGE GATEWAY directly from your PowerShot camera, or save them to the online photo album.

You can also remotely control the camera from certain Android and iOS devices, Including zoom, shutter, and self-timer features. You can also connect directly to both iOS and Android devices, and upload images via the free Canon CameraWindow app without a computer. 

Canon G1 X Mark II major features:

Canon 1.5-inch, 12.8 Megapixel High-Sensitivity CMOS sensor

5x Optical Zoom plus a new f/2.0 – f/3.9, 24mm Wide-Angle lens

Capture stunning 1080p Full HD video with a dedicated movie button

Bright, capacitive 3.0-inch tilt-type touch panel LCD

Optical Image Stabilizer

Built-in Wi-Fi

Built-in NFC (Near Field Communication)

A 9-blade aperture

High Speed AF

Burst rate up to 5.2fps with less and the removal of buffer time.

14-bit RAW + JPEG

Optional Electronic Viewfinder, custom grip available.

If you're want to capture a view of the night, then by placing a tripod on the G1 X Mark II, then you can use features such as: Star Trails, Star Nightscapes, Star Time-Lapse Movies and Star Portrait. The new Star Portrait mode, the which consecutively takes two shots of the subject plus one of the night sky and then merges them into a single image, enables beautiful portraits with a starry background. By doing so you can create a variety of beautiful pictures and creative as a professional photographers.

 

Canon G1 X Mark II  in some appearances. Image: blog.bestbatt.com

Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II is an advanced compact camera. The GX1 Mark has Small size, large sensor, Optical Image Stabilizer, and touchscreen LCD. The camera body strengthened with a steel chassis and aluminum metal exterior, along with a large ergonomic grip for a professional feel, which also makes you feel comfortable when holding and using it. You also get the full suite of creative shooting modes, manual controls and a 14-bit RAW+JPEG capture, which is nice in a small camera. The closest competitor of this camera is the Fuji X100S, Sony RX100 and RX100. 

If you are patient enough, then the Canon G1 X Mark II, available in April 2014. Hopefully the price of this camera is not too expensive, so you can use a high-end compact camera with more enthusiasm.

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Samsung NX30 plus Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 5

Samsung is getting active and serious launching new digital cameras, and now Samsung has launched the NX30 compact system camera as a predecessor to the NX20. Samsung NX30 has a 20.3-megapixel APS-C sensor, just like the previous-generation, Samsung NX20, but the new model does throw hybrid autofocus in the mix. This 20.3 megapixel APS-C sensor is allowing users to capture professional level quality images. With a smaller size and because of the mirrorless design, so its means that the NX30 is offers DSLR features and quality with a more portable design.

Samsung NX30 is equipped with a new 3-inch Super AMOLED tilt-and-swivel touch display with 1.04 million dot resolution (288 ppi). The NX30 also ups the internal electronic viewfinder to a higher resolution. And the viewfinder’s eyepiece now extends and tilts so you can use it at different angles. Samsung also designed the lens with Silent Auto Focusing, a feature that allows for a quiet zoom. This camera also equipped with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS), which is designed to help reduce blur when taking photographs.

 

Samsung NX30 with Super Amoled. Image: tutsi.de

Samsung claims NX30 is able to capture the scene at high speed such as horse racing, formula 1 racing car or when the goalkeeper catches the ball at the 2014 World Cup in Brazil, because the Samsung NX30 has a top shutter speed of 1/8000 of a second. With this fast shutter and quick autofocus system, you can perfectly capture movement far removed from what the naked eye can see, without even a hint of motion blur.

Enjoy NFC and Wi-Fi connectivity

The video features on the NX30 are competitive with higher-end mirrorless cameras. The video maker enthusiasts will be pleased to know that the NX30 can output uncompressed video over HDMI at 30p. If you want to create photographs with sophisticated creations, you can use smart 16 modes, which make it Easier for beginners to capture various scenes. Smart modes include Face Beauty, Light Trace, Creative Shot, Landscape, Macro, Action Freeze, Rich Tone, Panorama, Waterfall, Silhouette, Sunset, Night, Fireworks, Best Face, Smart Jump Shot, and Multi-Exposure.

The Samsung NX30 has the ability to capture fast movement. Image: samsung.com

When you make a movie or a video clip, then you can maximize the dual image stabilization in video, optical and electronic; the ability to program a bunch more controls, such as up to 10 sets of custom settings that map to two slots on the mode dial; dual-band Wi-Fi for improved connectivity; and a software bundle with Lightroom 5. Users NX30 is very lucky to have got a Lightroom 5, so you do not need to spend extra money to buy it. With the Lightroom 5, you can edit photos even with your unlimited imagination.

If you need a lens to be able to create photographs with perspective and be more creative, then you are very lucky because Announced Samsung has two lenses and a flash. The first lens launches its premium lens "S" line with a 16-50mm f2-2.8 OIS, splash-and-dustproof, i-Function models, a typical higher-end kit-lens alternative. The second lens is a retracting power zoom 16-50mm f3.5-5.6 model.

The Samsung NX30 is equipped with NFC features and of course the built-in Wi-Fi connectivity to email and share your photos directly, it's best employed to pair the camera with your smartphone. Samsung has shipped apps for iOS and Android, with which you can not only control the camera but also download your shots. 

You also can share content via NFC. Images can be tagged directly from the device's display and shared instantly via email, social networking, cloud storage, or NFC compatible tablet and smartphones.  Samsung NX30 also has Photo Beam feature, users can simply tap the camera against up to four NFC enabled devices to share photos without any prior configuration necessary. In connection with NFC features, users can use the Remote Viewfinder, the which lets users turn their smartphone or tablet into a viewfinder to frame shots and control the camera remotely.

Samsung NX30 priced at around £ 899 with an 18-55mm lens, is more expensive than the Panasonic GF6 which sell for around £ 650, but Samsung NX gives you the brilliant bundle Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 5. Photoshop software of this will make you more creative and can present the photos as edited by a professional photographer. Of course you are free to choose this or Panasonic camera GF6, or other equivalent cameras Sony NEX 7. Meanwhile you can also choose a DSLR camera from Canon, Nikon or Pentax.

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Nikon Coolpix S6800 with 18 scene modes plus built-in Wi-Fi

If you're looking for a new digital camera with a small size with powerful features, the Nikon Coolpix S6800 is the right choice. The S6800 is a very compact camera which a number of advanced features, including an effective pixel count of 16.0-million pixels, a 12x optical zoom NIKKOR lens that covers the wide-angle 25mm to 300mm range of angles of view (equivalent focal lengths in 35mm [135] format), Dynamic Fine Zoom, which supports digital zoom up to 24x without compromising the high-resolution.

This camera also equipped with built-in Wi-Fi function that enables simple connection to smart devices. Photos can be easily shared with family and friends, or uploaded to blogs or social networking sites (SNS) such as Twitter, MySpace, Facebook, Pinterest, and many more.

 In addition, the display on a smartphone, tablet, or other smart device can be used to frame images and control shooting remotely. Full HD movie shooting is available and advanced Glamour Retouch makes great portraits perfect. By tilting vertically or panning horizontally360°/180° panoramas can be captured and high speed continuous shooting is available.

 

Nikon Coolpix S6800 in red. Image: newtechnology.co.in

Nikon S6800 has a 3.0-inch LCD monitor and 18 scene modes. It is also equipped with a number of functions that make capturing beautiful images simple, including support for recording of 1080/60i movies with superior picture quality from four-axis vibration reduction, and a number of image retouch options, including twelve Glamour Retouch effects.

Don’t forget to maximize the 18 Scene Modes, including Beach, Snow, Night Portrait, and Sunset and more, it's easy to match the moment to a Scene Mode. You can even get creative and use Scene Modes to alter ordinary shots. If you are in a situation that does not allow you to set up these features, then you can use Scene Auto Selector and let the camera choose the best mode for your situation. 

Nikon S6800 will make you more creative so you can enjoy your activities as a photographer with an easier way. The COOLPIX S6800 performs so well in low light situations that, in most cases, using the flash is optional. When the lighting is extremely poor and you need a flash, it'll be there. You won't have to interrupt a moment to capture it, and your photos will look more natural and true to your memory. The camera is also equipped with a Hybrid VR (Vibration Reduction), if you enable this feature then it will combat camera shake for sharp steady home movies. After that you can watch your videos on a television camera or on your HDTV.

 

Nikon Coolpix S6800 with other new Nikon cameras. Image: the-digital-picture.com

Before you decide to buy this camera, you can see the equivalent camera , such as the Canon PowerShot SX600 HS, Casio Exilim EX-10, Panasonic TZ60 that has an 18-million-pixel sensor, and Kodak AZ651 that equipped with 65x zoom capability. It is not easy to choose a new camera to accompany your holiday or other activities, but the presence of the Nikon S6800 can be your consideration in this 2014. This camera has the ability to say that you found on Prosumer cameras. The Coolpix S6800 will be available in four colors: red, black, white and pink from 13 February 2014 with an RRP of £199.99.

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Samsung WB1100F a new prosumer camera with Digital Image Stabilization

Samsung WB1100F hadir untuk penggemar kamera Prosumer

Discover a new promuser digital camera from South Korea,  smart camera with a 16.2 megapixel CCD image sensor, the Samsung WB1100F offers a sensitivity range of ISO 80 to 3200 equivalents. This new bridge camera is equipped with 35x optical zoom lens with a 25mm-equivalent wide angle, and a telephoto equivalent in the region of 875mm, and built-in Wi-Fi wireless networking with support for remote live view, and NFC for easy setup with Android devices.

 

New Samsung WB1100F in red. Image: samsungcamera.com

Samsung awal 2014 ini menghadirkan Samsung WB1100F kamera prosumer bergaya DSLR. Kamera ini memiliki kemampuan zoom optical hingga 35x dengan lensa wide-angle 25mm, sehingga membuat pengguna lebih dekat dengan objek yang jauh.  Layar LCD pada Samsung WB1100F juga lebih besar yaitu berukuran 3 inci. Kamera superzoom ini juga didukung sistem peredam getar Dual OIS yang dipadukan dengan sistem peredam getar digital DIS (Digital Image Stabilization), sehingga anda akan terbebas dari hasil foto yang bergoyang.

Samsung WB1100F juga dilengkapi konektivitas Wi-Fi dan NFC yang mendukung beragam fitur canggih Samsung seperti Tag & Go yang mengandalkan NFC, Photo Beam, Auto Share, Remote View Finder dan Mobile Link. Dengan fitur ini pengguna dengan mudah mentransfer photo dan video ke perangkat lain seperti smartphone, tablet ataupun PC.  Dengan fitur "Tag & Go",  maka anda bisa mengirim photo ke perangkat smartphone atau tablet berbasis Android hanya dengan satu sentuhan.

Pastikan pula untuk memanfaatkan fitur SMART Mode: Beauty Face, Action Freeze, Sunset, Landscape, Silhouette, Fireworks, Night, Macro, Light Trace, Live Panorama. Dengan fitur ini anda bisa membuat berbagai kreasi photo, sehingga photo-photo anda semakin menarik dan bisa membuat kagum teman-teman anda jika anda tampilkan di Facebook atau Twitter.

Spesifikasi Samsung WB1100F:

- Image Sensor : 16.2 effective megapixel CCD sensor

- Display: 75.0mm (3.0-inch) HVGA LCD screen

- ISO: Auto, 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200

- Image: JPEG format 16M, 14MP, 12MW, 10M, 8M, 5M, 3M, 2MW, 1M

- Video: HD Video Recording (1280/720/ 30fp), 640?480 (30fps), 240 web

- Video Output: AV

- Lens : 35x Optical Zoom Lens, 25mm Wide angle, F3.0(W) ~ 5.9(T)

- ISL: Dual IS: OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) + DIS (Digital Image Stabilization)

- Value-added Features: Tag & Go (NFC/Wi-Fi) : Photo Beam, AutoShare, Remote View Finder,   Mobile Link

- SMART Mode : Beauty Face, Action Freeze, Sunset, Landscape, Silhouette, Fireworks, Night, Macro, Light Trace, Live Panorama

- Speed Control key: Wi-Fi Connectivity, Photo Beam, AutoShare, Remote View Finder, Mobile Link, Group Share, SNS & Cloud, E-mail, Samsung Link, S/W Upgrade Notifier,

- Storage: SD (up to 2GB guaranteed), SDHC (up to 32GB guaranteed), SDXC (up to 64GB guaranteed)

- Battery: SLB-10A

- Dimension (WxHxD): 124.5 x 86.5 x 96 mm

- Weight: 462g (without battery)

Plus extra:  Bundle PC software: i-Launcher

Sebagai kamera prosumer, Samsung WB1100 apalagi telah dilengkapi lensa superzoom dan digital image stabilization, maka kamera ini sangat cocok digunakan untuk berlibur dan berbagai acara keluarga, hang-out dengan teman-teman, dan cocok pula untuk mendukung kegiatan bisnis atau acara di sekolah dan kampus. 

                              Samsung WB1100F key features. Image: global.samsungtomorrow.

    

Samsung WB1100F hadir dengan sensor CCD beresolusi 16,2 megapixel yang menawarkan opsi ISO hingga 3.200 dan kemampuan rekam video dengan resolusi HD 720p. 

Dengan berbagai fitur pada kamera ini, pengguna akan semakin mudah untuk berkreasi dan bisa memanfaatkan fitur Wi-Fi dan NFC untuk mentransfer photo ke perangkat lain, dan tentu saja bisa memajang berbagai photo ke jejaring media sosial seperti Facebook atau Twitter dengan mudah.  

Selain kamera prosumer ini, Samsung juga menghadirkan Samsung WB35F dan Samsung WB50F dengan rentang zoom yang lebih pendek. Semua seri kamera ini akan bersaing dengan produk serupa dari Sony, Panasonic, Olympus, Canon dan merek lain seperti Pentax atau Kodak.

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Memilih Nikon D5300 atau Canon EOS 700D

If you are still confused to choose a DSLR camera Canon or Nikon's creation, then you can compare with the Nikon D5300 to Canon EOS 700S. Both are entry-level class camera, but has features and upscale camera technology. You can choose whichever sophisticated because both cameras are sold at affordable prices.

Nikon D5300 vs Canon EOS 700D. Image: snapsort.com

Apakah anda punya rencana untuk membeli kamera digital baru dalam waktu dekat ini? Barangkali anda ingin langsung memilih kamera DSLR, dan membuang impian untuk memiliki kamera Prosumer atau kamera mirrorless dan kamera saku. Anda ingin segera merasakan nikmatnya kamera yang lebih profesional. Untuk itu anda perlu mengetahui dari mana anda harus memulai, katakanlah merek apa yang ingin anda pilih, apakah Canon atau Nikon? Padahal di luar itu ada merek lain seperti Pentax, Sony atau Olympus, bahkan ada kamera DSLR yang diproduksi oleh Sigma. 

Baiklah, karena Nikon dan Canon punya pengaruh besar pada photographer pemula maupun profesional, maka pada kesempatan ini kita mulai saja membandingkan kamera yang cukup baru, Canon EOS 700D dan Nikon D5300. Apakah anda merasa cocok dengan merek ini?

Apakah anda terpengaruh dengan persaingan Canon dan Nikon?

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Panasonic Lumix GX7 cocok untuk creative photography

Panasonic Lumix GX7 cocok untuk holiday. Image: hardwarezone.com

Panasonic has now become a serious competitor that can attract the attention of the enthusiast digital cameras, especially for photographers who want to try new alternatives to accompany them when holidays, social events, family gatherings and other daily activities as well as to support entrepreneurs and business executives.


Panasonic has made ​​a digital camera with various features that resemble a professional camera or digital SLR cameras, such as the Panasonic Lumix GX 7. Various features and capabilities that exist on this camera you can count in a variety of shooting situations. The camera is lightweight and easy to carry anywhere, compared with a DSLR camera.

Ketika anda ingin memiliki kamera yang praktis dan bisa dihandalkan untuk proses kreatif anda, maka anda akan membayangkan sebuah kamera professional atau kamera DSLR, yang umumnya berat dan bisa merepotkan anda dalam perjalanan atau kegiatan anda. 

Kini anda tidak perlu pusing lagi karena telah banyak pabrik kamera yang menawarkan kamera berukuran kecil, ringan, canggih dan bisa memenuhi impian kreatif anda, misalnya Panasonic Lumix GX7.

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