NX100`s Microsite from Chile has Won the Webby Awards!

The 2View and NX100’s microsite of Samsung Electronics Chile, Vive La Experiencia, has recently won the 15th Webby Awards as “RICH MEDIA: PROMOTIONAL”.

Of the nearly 10,000 entries from about 60 countries submitted to the 15th Annual Webby Awards, fewer than 10% were distinguished as an Official Honoree. This is 5th time Samsung has won the Webby Awards and the 1st time for Chile companies.

The microsite offers information on Samsung’s 2View camera, the ST600’s unique functions, such as Self-Portrait, Jump Shot, Children Mode, Couple Shot, and Timer. It also offers the feature of the i-Function lens and NX100’s campaign film with OK Go.

The main event, Vive La Experiencia (“live the experience” in Spanish), is a fun flash you can enjoy whether you speak Spanish or not.

1. To begin, click the button “Comenzar!” which means “start.”

2. Once it shows models, select a one to your liking.

3. You can take 6 photos while the model poses for the camera.

4. The photos you made will be shown after you have finished.

5. You can share this event on Facebook.

To visit the microsite, please click here.

New and distinctive features of the newly launched 2View cameras

Hi! It’s So-Young again!
We are in full spring mode now with much warmer weather and blossoming flowers. How are you all enjoying the spring weather? It’s a good time to go outside with your family or a date. I hope you make lasting memories this spring.
As if to celebrate the coming of spring, Samsung has launched new 2View cameras: the PL120, PL170, and ST700. The actual launch timing may vary by region. The new products are armed with cool new functions on top of the front LCD, a key differentiator of 2View cameras. For those who are curious to learn about the new features and differences by model, I will go over those today.

For more detailed specifications of each camera, click on the link below.
Specifications of the PL120
Specifications of the PL170
Specifications of the ST700
1. Magic Frame

One of the key differences of the ST700, PL170, and PL120 models compared to the ones released last year would definitely be the Magic Frame function. Using the 12 special background frameworks, you can come up with unique photos effects such as Wall Art, Old Film, Ripple, Full Moon, Old Record, Magazine, Sunny Day, Classic TV, Yesterday, Holiday, and Billboard 1,2. Just like the ones above! These functions will definitely spice up your photos!
2. Smart Filter

The ST600 and ST100 offered six Smart Filter functions: Miniature, Vignetting, Fish-eye filter 1 & 2, Sketch, and Defog. The ST700, PL170, and PL120 models offer additional functions: Old Film 1 & 2, Soft Focus, Half Tone Dot, Classic, Retro, and Negative Filter. With such a wide variety of Smart Filter choices in your hands, you will be able to produce expert-like photos.
3. Touch Screen

The back LCD displays for the ST700, ST600, and ST100 is touch display, just like a smartphone. For those used to using a touchscreen, I recommend the ST series. Meanwhile, the new PL170 and PL120 come with a main display of 3.0 inch and 2.7 inch respectively, with buttons on the right side for control. So, pick and chose a stylish compact camera of your taste to capture portraits of daily events as well as splendid and grand landscapes!
I hope my posting helped to answer some of your questions on the new 2View cameras.
You can also visit the 2View Facebook page for sample photos and photos taken using the Magic Frame and Smart Filter in the photo album and wall.
You can also share your own photos taken with the 2View camera, so make sure to visit, look around, and share your story!
That’s it for today. Until the next 2View class, bye bye!

It’s been two years!

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

Time is flying relentlessly fast. I’ve just thought I was here two years now. Different things were happening at that time, a lot has changed. In some areas, have made good progress in the other, unfortunately, failed to change anything. Fortunately, it can always be better – I hope so.
In connection with my presence on this blog, I had the opportunity lead a workshops: “Photoblog – how to present your photos online?”. Conducting such a meeting was quite a challenge, because I never did anything like that. On the fourth occasion already gone quite well. I will say that even much I loved it :)
Workshops were conducted during the photo festival. Samsung was the patron of the event.

Samsung NX10 │ 1/320s │ f5.0 │ 64.0mm │ ISO 200

Going back to my presence on this blog, it all started in April 2009. Then I received the camera WB1000 – I did it a lot of pictures, now, my wife took the camera:) Here are a lot of photos taken WB1000.

Samsung NX10 │ 1/250s │ f8.0 │ 20mm │ ISO 100

Samsung NX10 │ 1/125s │ f8.0 │ 50mm │ ISO 100

Samsung NX10 │ 1/160s │ f4.0 │ 50mm │ ISO 100

Samsung NX10 │ 1/125s │ f2.8 │ 20mm │ ISO 100

Samsung NX10 │ 1/125s │ f5.0 │ 89mm │ ISO 100

Samsung NX10 │ 1/320s │ f9.0 │ 33mm │ ISO 100

Therefore, that enjoyed the photos I received after some time the next proposal. It was a long-awaited and shrouded in mystery Samsung NX10. I will tell you that this is a super feeling to have something that many have heard of but nobody has ever seen it.
With NX has already done more than 10,000 pictures, and soon I am going for a long awaited vacation, so probably will bring a few hundred pictures. Someone might say that 10,000 is not enough, but I still have a second camera  Samsung EX1 counter shows more than 4000 :D
One of my photographic achievements is to get into well-known Getty Images – I currently have over 180 pictures for sale. Of course, I invite you to buy ;)

Samsung NX10 │ 1/160s │ f8.0 │ 20mm │ ISO 100

Samsung NX10 │ 1/160s │ f4.3 │ 64mm │ ISO 100

Samsung NX10 │ 1/160s │ f5.6 │ 75mm │ ISO 100

Samsung NX10 │ 1/125s │ f5.6 │ 200mm │ ISO 200

Samsung NX10 │ 1/100s │ f3.8 │ 20mm │ ISO 100

Samsung NX10 │ 1/400s │ f8.0 │ 20mm │ ISO 100

Samsung NX10 │ 1/250s │ f11.0 │ 200mm │ ISO 100

Samsung NX10 │ 1/2s │ f22.0 │ 20mm │ ISO 100

Samsung NX10 │ 1/250s │ f7.1 │ 54mm │ ISO 100

Samsung NX10 │ 1/250s │ f6.3 │ 130mm │ ISO 100

Photos above are from cities, Lodz and Warsaw.
From a photographic point of view, the most expected for me is a macro lens, which should appear soon, and maybe the successor NX10 ;) So for now macro lens is the 20mm or 50-200mm with macro lens +4 :D

Samsung NX10 │ 1/15s │ f2.8 │ 20mm │ ISO 100

Samsung NX10

Samsung NX10 │ 1/80s │ f2.8 │ 20mm │ ISO 200

Samsung NX10 │ 1/80s │ f6.3 │ 20mm │ ISO 100

Samsung NX10 │ 0.600s │ f5.6 │ 200mm │ I0SO 100

And as always for end Natasha :)

Samsung EX1 │ 1/180s │ f1.8 │ 5.2mm │ ISO 80

Of course, I invite everyone to visit my Flickr, where is a lot more pictures.
BR
Daniel
P.S Thanks Sammy ;)

2View Camera – Play with the Front LCD!

Hi there! It’s So-Young!

Following the previous postings on Children Mode and Smart Filter, today’s posting will be on the 2View camera. Today, I will go over how to take pictures using front LCD, which is one of the most distinctive features and benefits of the Samsung 2View camera.

The 2View camera has a front LCD uniquely catering to self-shooting, a feature that users, who enjoy self-shooting, will welcome with zeal. With the 2View camera, you can not only take self-shots, but also get a sneak preview of group photos. Are you ready to learn about how to have fun with the front LCD? If you are, then buckle up!

Samsung’s 2View camera line-up includes the most recent ST700, PL170, PL120 and the ST600, ST100, ST550(TL225), ST500(TL220), PL150(TL210), and PL100(TL205).

Here are some fascinating shooting modes that you can use with the front LCD.

First, turn on the camera and the front LCD. If you press the front LCD, you can choose from Self-shot, Children Mode, Couple Shot, and Jump Shot.

1) Self-Shot

With self-shot mode, you can take pictures of yourself using the front LCD, just like when you’re looking into the mirror. That’s not all! When the camera recognizes a face, a square box automatically appears at the size of the face. Smile brightly and the camera will go off automatically without having to press the button!

Do you know any good tips on how to take a good self-shot? Here is one.

Hold up your camera at about 45 degrees higher so that your face is lower than the camera, tuck your chin in and open your eyes widely. Your chin will appear narrower, your eyes bigger and your face smaller!

2) Children

The Samsung 2View camera has come up with a bright idea to have young children focus: play a fun animation video on the front LCD!

Have you ever had to shout to your child, “Look here! Smile~ No, here!” until you got a satisfactory smile? The Samsung 2View camera is the answer for those parents struggling to capture beautiful moments of their child.

That is not all! On top of the default Pororo animation, you can also download other versions of the animation…

Click here for ST600/ST100:

(http://www.samsungimaging.net/2010/12/30/2view-class-how-to-update-animations-for-st100-st600-users/)

Click here for PL150/100 (TL210/205), ST550/500 (TL225/220):

(http://www.samsungimaging.net/2010/07/30/cute-animations-updated-for-2view-cameras-children-mode/)

3) Couple Shot

With the Couple Shot mode, the camera will automatically take pictures if it senses that two faces are in close proximity. Make sure to use the front LCD to add love spice to the picture! With the Samsung 2View camera, you no longer have to ask a passerby to take your photos.

4) Jump Shot

Have you ever dreamed of flying? The Jump Shot mode from the 2View camera ensures perfect timing to capture your jump– just when you appear to be flying up to the sky!

Don’t you find head-on stand-still photos to be a bit boring? Try the Jump Shot mode to add fun and excitement to the photo! Spread your arms wide like a little child and JUMP! Worried that the camera will shake too much? No worries! The smart 2View will take care of it. Set the camera to Jump Shot and press the shutter. The front LCD has a countdown of five seconds. When an upward facing arrow(↑) appears, then jump! The camera will take three consecutive shots for a fun result.

The cool multi-functional 2View camera offers a wide variety of choices for its users. Capture your memorable moments with the Samsung 2View camera! The 2View camera is ready to help you create fond memories.

So, that is it with ‘Play with the Front LCD!’ I will return with other useful tips. Until then, bye~bye!

Samsung unleashes five stylish compacts

Below URL is article about ST6500.
http://asia.cnet.com/samsung-unleashes-five-stylish-compacts-62205875.htm

Samsung ST6500 Digital Camera Release

Below URL is article about ST6500.
http://www.buy-n-shoot.com/content/view/1930/48/

‘Jump & Shoot!’ Samsung MENA Promotion: How to Win the Brand New 2View Camera!

Do you want to win the latest Samsung 2View camera? If so, here’s a tempting online contest!

Samsung Camera MENA (short for ‘Middle East and North Africa’) is launching a photo contest titled ‘Jump & Shoot’ on its Facebook page to announce the unveiling of the brand-new 2View camera.

Winners will be awarded the PL120 on this event. Shall we briefly find out about the PL120? The PL120, one of the latest Samsung 2View cameras including the PL170 and ST700, is the perfect digital camera for capturing your daily life and special moments. The extra 1.5” LCD on the front of the camera is ideally positioned for taking self-portraits and group shots, and the PL120 will come in handy when having fun with friends. It has Children Mode and downloadable animation options to keep kids’ attention. Also, the Jump Shot mode offers a countdown before taking two continuous shots. Isn’t it awesome? You will never have more fun with other cameras! To win this PL120, please make sure you know how to enter the contest by reading the instructions below.

How to apply

1. Go to the ‘Jump & Shoot’ tab on Samsung Camera MENA’s Facebook page : http://www.facebook.com/SamsungCameraMena

2. Enter the contest

3. Fill in your information and upload your jump shot, couple shot, or baby shot

That’s all! Isn’t it easy? Watching the Samsung 2View camera video on this page might help you understand more quickly. The photos you upload will be posted onto its Photo Gallery. Just show off your impressive photos! Also, you can watch the other entries in it. Come see the nice photos!

Please note that this promotion is intended for the residents of the under-mentioned countries;

UAE, Kuwait, Oman, Bahrain, Qatar, Egypt, Iran, KSA, Lebanon, Jordon, Syria, Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Pakistan

So if you are a resident of one of these countries, how about participating in this contest right now?

This promotion runs from April 6^th to May 15^th on Samsung Camera MENA’s Facebook page. To see more information and to join this event, please click here: http://www.facebook.com/SamsungCameraMena

Good luck!

Provided by Samsung Electronics Co.,Ltd

Firmware Updates for NX10 and NX100

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd, a global leader in digital media and digital convergence technologies announced firmware upgrades for two products within Samsung’s NX compact system camera range – the NX100 and NX10 on April 18th 2011 in Seoul Korea.

The firmware upgrades for NX100 and NX10 will give a unified user experience for the full NX range and provide enhanced features for existing customers.

Following the availability of the innovative i-Function lens feature on both models, the latest upgrades are set to make the cameras even more convenient for the photographer to use, bringing added value to Samsung’s NX range customers and putting the perfect picture at their fingertips.

Here are the improvements in NX10 (v1.30) and NX100 (v1.10) Firmwares

1. The Panorama function is added (in the Scene Mode menu).
2. New 18-55(II) mm, 50-200(II) mm, and 18-200 mm i-Function lenses are supported (in addition to the OIS menu).
3. The algorithm of Video AF is improved, and the low contrast in the AF function is increased.
4. By default, the Video AF mode is set to CAF.

The firmware upgrade also makes these functions faster and quieter than ever, giving photographers the ability to take noise-free, professional-looking still images and movies with ease.

In addition, through the upgraded firmware, the NX100 and NX10 now provide the i-Function setting help guide via the camera’s display, as available on the recent NX11 model. The feature helps users take impressive shots more easily by guiding users with explanations on different functions of the i-Function lens.

Mr. Hyunho Chung, Executive Vice President and Head of the Digital Imaging Business, Samsung Electronics, commented: “We continually look for ways to improve the photography experience, to make it more fun and add value for our customers. The latest upgrade is reflective of this. Users of the NX system already benefit from key features such as compact portability of the devices, and innovations like the i-Function lens. Through ongoing developments, we hope to offer even more to enable photographers of all levels to get the best results and professional-looking pictures every time. We look forward to announcing a number of additional developments in the future to make the NX range even easier for our customers to use.”

The upgrades will be available from April 18, 2011 for all NX100 and NX10 customers to download at www.samsung.com.

How to upgrade the firmware for the NX10 and NX100 to enhance the product performance.

You can upgrade the firmware by following these steps;

1. Click on the following link to download firmware :

NX10 click here :
NX100 click here :

2. Click on Firmware

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

One year of NXperience

This is the first post this year, I hope not the last. At home, more and more responsibilities, the time for anything less.

Samsung NX10 │ 1/13s │ f2.8 │ 20mm │ ISO 200

Samsung NX10 │ 1/125s │ f2.8 │ 20mm │ ISO 200

Time runs so fast that it’s been a year since I am the owner of NX10 and wonderful little devil named Natasha!

Samsung NX10 │ 1/125s │ f2.8 │ 20mm │ ISO 200

Samsung NX10 │ 1/60s │ f2.8 │ 20mm │ ISO 200

Samsung EX1 │ 1/60s │ f2.3 │ 12.3mm │ ISO 80

Within a year I became the owner 4 of 5 NX system lenses, I must say that I’m not fully satisfied because I lack a macro lens – so awaited, perhaps imparted to even fish-eye to enhance creativity.

Samsung NX10 │ 1/4s │ f22.0 │ 50mm │ ISO 100

Samsung NX10 │ 1/80s │ f2.8 │ 20mm │ ISO 100

Samsung NX10 │ 1/2s │ f22.0 │ 20mm │ ISO 100

Samsung NX10 │ 1/4s │ f13.0 │ 20mm │ ISO 100

Samsung NX10 │ 1/40s │ f4.3 │ 82mm │ ISO 200

Samsung NX10 │ 1/40s │ f2.8 │ 20mm │ ISO 100

Each new lens for me is getting better! Moreover, confirmed by various tests. But tests are tests, I prefer taking pictures than worrying about technical matters.

About The NX I can tell you – it works all the time just as well as in January 2010.
Counter shows nearly 7200 only photos, because I still have the EX1 which the counter shows2300 photos. This is a 9600 photos by the year, or about 26 pictures a day. I do not know whether this is a good or a bad result?

Samsung NX10 │ 1/125s │ f2.8 │ 20mm │ ISO 100

Samsung NX10 │ 1/125s │ f2.8 │ 20mm │ ISO 100

Samsung NX10 │ 1/180s │ f6.3 │ 30mm │ ISO 100

Samsung NX10 │ 1/60s │ f6.3 │ 20mm │ ISO 100

Samsung NX10 │ 1/100s │ f5.0 │ 20mm │ ISO 100

Samsung NX10 │ 1/500s │ f2.8 │ 20mm │ ISO 100

Samsung EX1 │ 1/90s │ f1.8 │ 5.2mm │ ISO 80

During one of the photo day, I managed to flood it with water, but luckily it survived and still works. I tried it also freeze at the snow – still works!
I have not tried to throw it, but it was tested by others with NX100 – still works!

In the beginning there were a few minor problems, but thankfully the developers have eliminated them from Samsung, I hope that it will introduce a few more minor improvements as the selection of JPG compression ratio, and AMOLED viewfinder.

Samsung NX10 │ 1/250s │ f2.8 │ 20mm │ ISO 100

By NX10 back my passion for photography. I always say that the pictures you can take by any camera, even a cell phone – hmmm pity that I do not have the Samsung S Galaxy only Wildfire with camera hopeless :)

Samsung NX10 │ 1/40s │ f4.0 │ 50mm │ ISO 200

Samsung NX10 │ 1/80s │ f4.0 │ 50mm │ ISO 200

During the year, it seems to me that I did a lot to improve my skills, I also know how much work is ahead of me. Fortunately, I have now excellent tool that enables me to develop skills and create new interesting vision.

Samsung NX10 │ 1/3s │ f2.8 │ 20mm │ ISO 100

Samsung NX10 │ 1.000s │ f11.0 │ 20mm │ ISO 200

Samsung NX10 │ 1/125s │ f2.8 │ 20mm │ ISO 100

Samsung NX10 │ 1/60s │ f2.8 │ 20mm │ ISO 200

Samsung NX10 │ 1/180s │ f2.8 │ 20mm │ ISO 100

Samsung NX10 │ 1/60s │ f2.8 │ 20mm │ ISO 400

Samsung NX10 │ 1.600s │ f8.0 │ 30mm │ ISO 100

Samsung NX10 │ 1/13s │ f9.0 │ 20mm │ ISO 100

Samsung EX1 │ 1/350s │ f1.8 │ 5.2mm │ ISO 80

Samsung EX1 │ 1/20s │ f4.4 │ 5.2mm │ ISO 80

This time is enough, soon further part.

BR
Daniel