1. 8.4-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 17 x 22-inch prints
2. 5x optical zoom; 2.5-inch LCD display
3. World's first digital still camera to feature High Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI), for photo-sharing on HDTV
4. Three kinds of manual exposure adjustment including Aperture Priority
5. Records VGA-quality video (640 x 480 resolution) at 30 frames per second, with MPEG4 video compression

Editorial Review :

MD) CL) U) SAMSUNG L85 DIGITAL CAM

Customer Review :

still toying with the camera

It came the same week . I guess I bought it for the vintage part but I am still learning how to take pictures.

Rating :

Has Some Nice Features For The Money

I have had this camera a little over a week and have taken about 1000 pictures with it. So, while this is not a long-term review, I have spent quite a bit of time with the L85 during the short period I've owned it.

First off, this Camera has a really nice look and feel to it. Not one part looks or feels cheap. Even the battery/memory card door features a precise slide mechanism. It makes you want to go out and take some pictures...or just hold it and press buttons for no particular reason.

I got mine from Walmart for $158.00 and that included shipping, the HDMI docking/recharging station, a remote, and a nice little camera bag. A great deal, unfortunately, they just sold out.

I love all the manual controls...something that can be hard to find in a camera this small. I wish it had an optical viewfinder, but I knew that it didn't when I bought it, so I am not subtracting any points for that.

Plan to spend a little time playing with it if you want to figure out all the features. The Manual is fairly good and is definitely a help if you can force yourself to actually read it. I went back and forth between reading the manual for a while and then playing with the camera for a while, and was able to figure out what I wanted to fairly easily. Some features are not available in certain modes, so that can be annoying until you figure out what is what.

The L85 is great for outdoor shots, but not the best for indoor and lowlight situations unless you want to use a tripod. The LCD works very well in most situations, but in bright light you will have to engage in some "faith-based" shooting, but it is probably no worse than any other cameras that lack an optical view finder.

If you love the styling and you want to do some manual creative tinkering and can get one for $150.00, buy it, but otherwise, I would get something newer with higher ISO's. If you want a point and shoot only, and don't want to mess with manual settings at all, then definitely go with another camera. This camera is a nice size and weight to not be a burden on daily walks. I would like to get a DSLR, and probably will eventually, but don't think I will ever want to carry it every day with me. The Digimax L85 is small and light enough where you can, and still get some creative control. It would be a great second camera for someone who already has a larger camera.


I hate flash pics, so I don't use it much, so I can't really comment on that.

One concern I have is that there is dust getting under the LCD cover and there is no way that I know of to get it out. I have only had it for a week, so I will have to see if it becomes a problem over time. Without an optical view finder I will be up the proverbial sh_t creek if I can't use the LCD.

Pros:
Really nice Style, look, and feel.
Full manual controls.
Exposure times up to 15 seconds for creative low light shots.
5x optical zoom.
Good quality images (but not exceptional)
Compact enough, but sizeable enough to get a good grip.
None of the surfaces show fingerprints (except for the LCD Screen)
Choice of Jpeg or Tiff format
Nice Macro and super-macro features.

Cons:
Dust gets under LCD cover (may be an isolated problem with my camera)
Tripod mount is way off to one side of the camera making balance tricky when using a mini tripod.
No optical viewfinder.
Poor low-light performance(ISO 400 max)without tripod.






Rating :

Great camara for what I paid for it...

I bought the refurb off woot for $130, and it's been working great.

Reliability: 9/10 - this thing survived hundreds of drops/abuses in my backpack; it's extremely durable.

Sensitivity: 8/10 - default light settings make no-flash pictures very dark, you have to tweak the ISO, aperture, and shutter manually, then you'll get some pretty awesome pics.

Size: 6/10 - the camera is pretty bulky, but that's expected with the load of features included.

If you just want to take basic pics, don't spend over 150$ on a camera, it's not worth it. If you want to take professional shots, expect to blow 300$+. If you're taking professional shots with a point and shoot, well, you're not gonna be a professional for very long. For its purpose, the L85 is a great deal, but only at 130$, not at MSRP.

Rating :

Bad Buy

This camera is all wrong. The size is too big. No matter what you do, it takes terrible pictures. It is confusing to use, its flash is bad, it always is blurry. It has no view finder and that is an issue for sure. It is slow at processing.

I've had this camera for a while now and it's point and shoot quality is comparable to the key chain cameras that you buy for $13.

The worst part about the whole camera, (other than the muddy yellow pictures) is where the flash is. IT IS RIGHT UNDER WHERE YOUR FINGERS SHOULD GO, AND IT BURNS YOU. This camera is a $300 candle.

The only good quality is the battery life and thats mediocre at best. It has too many functions many of which the camera cant even handle. And to be frank, in low light, my cellular phone takes better shots.

I tried taking a picture the first time and a red light shoots out that simply irritates the eyes of your target making them blink. It also has a sensor that tells you your in bad light. I KNOW IM IN LOW LIGHT, I CAN SEE, THATS WHY THE FLASH IS ON.

All around this is the worst camera I've ever owned. If you want a point and shoot camera, get a minolta or cannon. Whatever you do, don't get this.

Rating :

Unsurpassed pictures in the light, bad in the dark.

I have owned this for about 5 months. I am very satisfied except for a few minor problems, detailed below. I gave it 5 stars because the Cons can be easily overlooked, considering the high quality and cheap price.

Pros:
* This camera is just, sexy. It feels comfortable and smooth in the hands, and the black and silver looks great.
* Pictures taken in daylight, or close pictures with the flash on are unsurpassed. The 8.1 MegaPixels really show.
* The video mode is great (640x480, 30fps), and the mic is pretty good.
-For an example of the video capabilities, see: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f-MqMOTPu-o
* No part of the camera scratches easily. I have had it in my pocket while walking many times, and it has no scratches. Not even on the screen.
* The screen on the back is high resolution.
* Tons of different modes, though I haven't used them much yet.
* HDMI output, provided you buy a separate adapter.
* USB cable, AC adapter, and Composite Video/Mono Audio cables included.

Cons:
* Poor shutter speed in the dark, with flash off.
-For example, 90% of pictures at a dimly lit concert were blurry, I could not use the flash because of the fog, and could not hold the camera still for about two seconds while it was recording all the dark pixels.
-I tried taking a picture of a bright city skyline from about 1/2 mile away. It did not work because I couldn't hold it still enough, and flash overpowered the skyline.
* Stupid zoom in-out controls; they are on the back rather than a dial on the top like most cameras.
* USB cable does NOT charge camera. Only AC adapter will. They cannot be plugged in at the same time.

BOTTOM LINE:
* If you are interested in taking dark pictures the flash will not work for (far-away concert photos, night-time outdoor scenery, etc), then avoid this camera.
* If you are interested in taking daytime photos, and close-up night photos where the flash can be used, this 8.1MP camera can be found for sub-150 dollars. It's a great deal, and you should get it.

Rating :

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1. Samsung S700 7.2 MP 3x Optical/5x Digital Zoom Camera General Features: Black profile 7.2 Mega Pixel
2. 2.5-inch color TFT LCD 3x Optical Zoom 5x Digital Zoom Ergonomic Grip USB 2.0 interface
3. Video Output: NTSC, PAL (user selectable) 5 cm Macro & Auto macro
4. Supports High Resolution ISO 1000 User-friendly "Effect" button Quick Print button
5. Sharpness: Soft, Normal, Vivid

Editorial Review :

Great pictures are just a click away with this Samsung Digimax S700 7.2 MP digital camera ! The Digimax S700 has a user-friendly ergonomic body design which delivers comfort anda steady hold for better shots! The Samsung Digimax S700 is a high resolution digital camera equipped with a true-color filtered 7.2 megapixel CCD and a 15x total zoom ( 3x optical, 5x digital ) , allowing you to produce high-quality, detailed photos for printing up to poster size! Its large 2.5-inch LCD has improved contrast and color reproduction for easy imaging framing and reviewing. The Digimax S700 supports ISO 1000, making it one of the most light-sensitive models in its class. Using faster shutter speeds is great for moving subjectsso you can be sure to capture crisp images in low-light conditions. The Samsung Digimax S700 features a print button whichmakes direct printing easier than ever! Simply connect the S700 to any PictBridge compatible photo printer, press the illuminated print button and print! You can also use this button to transfer your images directly to a computer!

Customer Review :

Works fine for me

I use Duracell's Rechargeable 2650 mAh batteries with this camera and it works GREAT! It lasts about 500 pictures or so. I recommend the Powerex MH-C204W Worldwide 1-hr Conditioning Travel Charger for high mAh batteries b/c you can condition and rejuvenate the batteries after a number of charges. It also subjects aged batteries to a conditioning algorithm that first fully drains the batteries and then recharges them so that it'll perform as if new.

Anyhow, this camera is wonderful: 7.2 mp is plenty enough for me - I don't take pictures worth selling so the resolution is perfect for everyday memories. I love the macro feature for close-up photos and the auto focus feature (lightly tapping the snap button once before pressing it again to take the photo) is really helpful. I also use this for my real estate agent's listing pictures and it does very well indoors or a cloudy day. I think Samsung could do better with the video capturing however. The sound was choppy and skips if you zoom in/out while recording. But oh well, I think a camcorder should be its separate entity anyway. It's fairly light - the batteries make up most of it's weight. Transfering photos onto my computer is simple, fast and easy. I have a perfect pre-cut screen protector on it so no worries there. It didn't come with a case but I got a cheap, perfect-fit Case Logic case at Target for $3.99 w/a hidden slot for extra batteries and it fits in my coat pocket.

Rating :

Great 7mp camera

Pros:

The images from this camera are great.
It is small and lightweight and easily fits in a pocket.
Many editing features
Full movie mode with audio
Well priced
Many custom scene modes


Cons:
Definitely use nimh batteries with this - they will last a long time if you do - do not use alkaline with them.
No image stabilization but for this price it is still a great deal.


Rating :

MUCH better than given credit for!

This is a very solid camera for the price. I have taken some pretty excellent pictures, including some that I have blown up to 16 X 20. This camera gives more manual freedom than nearly any other in its class, it takes good pictures in the auto mode as well.

For the money, this is an excellent camera.

Rating :

Terrible Image quality, don't be fooled

What a disappointment.

First, I'll note that the 8 megapixel version of this camera is selling for $129 on amazon as I write this.. and I wouldn't buy that one either, though it looks like the same camera with an upgraded chip... then again, it could be worse since their Megapixel ratings are misleading at best.

I felt samsung was probably a decent brand based on some of their other kinds of products, but no. I've had a lot of experience with photography over the years, am no amateur, but was looking for a competent, inexpensive snapshot camera which used SD cards and AA batteries, and in a pinch would take video at a decent resolution.

This ain't it, but I'm stuck with it.

The worst thing is that even though rated at 7.2 megapixels, its images are MUCH worse than the 3.2mp olympus I had previously. Even at the highest quality image settings you can see the grainy color pixelation artifacts even on the 2.4" screen of the camera!

The audio drops out unpredictably during the shooting of video, and the video itself is choppy, poor quality, and eats memory since it's MPEG2. Useless, and looks much worse than MPEG4 somehow.

And it wouldn't format the SD card I initially bought. A call to Samsung tech support gave me the news that they only guarantee it to work AT ALL with sandisk brand memory cards, so I had to eat the price of the card I had and order an expensive sandisk card.

The screen is viewable, and based on that I'd say the camera is worth about $30, but to a kid, not to anyone who wants to seriously save their pictures.

This was obviously designed from the ground up as a camera meant to sell for a tiny fraction of its fictitious "retail price", and I assume that's the case with the 800 model too. Beware.

Rating :

Good, but another battery eater.

When will they either make stronger batteries or cameras that don't suck up the power like an aardwark on ants. Otherwise a pretty nice, though not so special, camera.

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