Prague, January 3, 2014 – Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. represents a compact camera NX30, which is characterized by unique photo quality and the highest performance to date. Samsung also expanded its line of NX lenses with the launch the first premium lens of the S series.
“The NX30 continues the development of our award-winning Samsung NX camera series. It brings new and improved features, such as a better image processor and advanced SMART CAMERA technology. Not only does this camera give users the performance they demand, but it's also easy to operate, so you'll never miss the important moments. Exceptionally beautiful photos can also be shared instantly by Samsung NX30 camera owners.” said Myoung Sup Han, executive vice president and head of the Imaging Business team at Samsung Electronics.
Image quality comes first
Images with vibrant colors are captured through an advanced sensor 20,3 MPix APS-C CMOS. Thanks to the second generation of Samsung mode NX AF System II, which ensures fast and accurate autofocus, the Samsung NX30 captures a variety of moments, including fast-moving scenes and subjects. Precisely such moments can be photographed perfectly sharp thanks to the extremely fast shutter (1/8000s) and function continuous shooting, which captures 9 frames per second.
Unique electronic viewfinder Tiltable Electronic Viewfinder offers an unusual perspective. If they are on the way to the perfect image of characters or the photographer wants a more creative angle, the 80 degree tilt of the viewfinder will definitely come in handy. Users will also appreciate the rotary touch screen Super AMOLED display with a diagonal of 76,7 mm (3 inches). It can be easily moved from side to side up to 180 degrees or up and down up to 270 degrees.
Smart sharing and Tag&Go
Following on from the achievements of cutting-edge technology SMART CAMERA offers the NX30 camera with NFC a Wi-Fi the next generation of connectivity. For example, a function Tag&Go enabling instant and easy sharing with just a tap on the camera's display, NFC pairs the NX30 with smartphones and tablets.
Function Photo Beam transmits images and video to a smartphone or tablet by simply touching both devices, without the need for additional settings. MobileLink allows you to select multiple images to send to four different smart devices at once - everyone can save photos without having to receive images on each individual device. AutoShare sends each captured photo automatically to your smartphone or tablet and features Remote Viewfinder Pro allows multiple ways to control the NX30 via smartphone. Of course, the camera can also be controlled manually, including shutter speed and aperture.
dropbox, a popular web repository, is pre-installed on the Samsung NX30 camera in select regions. the device is also the first photographic device that offers direct uploading to Dropbox. In addition, users can optionally upload photos directly to Flickr - a site for sharing high-resolution photos.
Experience life from all angles
The Samsung NX30 camera contains a sophisticated image processor of the new generation DRIMeIV, which ensures unrivaled shooting and the possibility of recording in Full HD 1080/60p. High light sensitivity of the Samsung NX30 range camera ISO100 – 25600 captures a perfect image even in poor lighting conditions. Together with OIS Duo technology, stable shots are guaranteed for better video recording. The innovative technology allows using the DRIMeIV processor as well 3D scanning of scenes and objects with a Samsung 45mm F1.8 2D/3D lens. Use OLED Color for recordings through the NX30 camera, it records maximum contrast and true colors.
Except stereo video recording in Full HD supports the NX30 standard 3,5mm microphone input enabling high quality sound capture when shooting videos. The Audio Level Meter indicator is shown on the display, so you can continuously monitor the recording status. In addition, it is possible to set the values manually to ensure optimal sound quality. The Samsung NX30 camera is also ideal for demanding video fans because its HDMI streaming with Full HD 30p resolution allows easy connection to a large display, recording device and other HDMI devices.
Central to the NX30 is its intuitive design. There are a choice two basic user modes to get quick access to camera settings and ten more custom layouts can be saved. Choosing the ideal shot settings is therefore quick and easy, so there is no delay in capturing the perfect photo.
Thanks to Samsung's innovative technology called i-Function advanced camera functions (such as shutter speed and aperture) can be set at the touch of a single button. For more experienced photographers it allows i-Function Plus reprogram existing buttons to preferred and frequently used settings.
New executive external flash TTL se area code 58 allows light to penetrate more distance and width, so the camera captures perfect shots. The high-speed flash sync mode enables shutter speeds in excess of 1/200 per second, ideal for brightly lit scenes with selective depth of field.
Premium professional quality in every situation (16-50mm F2-2.8 S ED OIS lens)
The new Samsung ED OIS lens with a focal length of 16-50 mm and an aperture of F2-2.8 enables photographers of all levels to achieve professional image quality through a myriad of new and advanced features. This is the first premium S-series lens, providing end users with superior optical technology to fulfill their photographic needs. Its universal standard angle of view allows you to shoot from frequently requested angles and views without limiting what is being photographed. The 16-50mm focal length has an extremely bright aperture (F2.0 at 16mm; F2.8 at 50mm), which is the brightest 3X zoom between equivalent lenses. The lens of the Samsung NX30 camera is equipped with an extremely precise stepper motor Ultra-Precise Stepping Motor (UPSM), which is three times more accurate at targeting objects than the conventional Stepping Motor (SM).
Excellent images (16-50mm F3.5-5.6 Power Zoom ED OIS lens)
The new Power Zoom ED OIS lens with a focal length of 16-50mm and an aperture of F3.5-5.6 was designed both for everyday use and for photographers who travel often and demand quality and compactness at the same time. It is light (weighs only 111 grams) with a compact 31 mm frame in a modern and simple design. It is available in two colors (black and white). With excellent wide-angle optical performance, the autofocus and silent zoom ensure excellent video recording that is sharp and free of disturbing mechanism noise.
The basic function of the new lens is its quick control using the cradle-type Electro zoom button. This unique feature allows photographers to simply click the zoom button and shoot from any view or angle, similar to other compact cameras.
Not only this technological innovation will be seen and tested at Samsung's booth at CES. The Samsung product line will be on display from January 7-10 at booth #12004 in the Las Vegas Convention Center's Central Hall.
NX30 technical specifications:
| Image sensor | 20,3 megapixel APS-C CMOS |
| Display | 76,7mm (3,0 inch) Super AMOLED swivel and touch display FVGA (720×480) 1k dots |
| View-finder | Tilting EVF w/Eye Contact Sensor, (tilt up 80 degrees)XGA (1024×768) 2 dots |
| ISO | Automatic, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400, 12800, 25600 |
| An image | JPEG (3:2)：20.0M (5472×3648), 10.1M (3888×2592), 5.9M (2976×1984), 2.0M (1728×1152), 5.0M (2736×1824): Burst modeJPEG only (16:9)：16.9M (5472×3080), 7.8M (3712×2088), 4.9M (2944×1656), 2.1M (1920×1080) JPEG (1:1)：13.3M (3648×3648), 7.0M (2640×2640), 4.0M (2000×2000), 1.1M (1024×1024) RAW : 20.0M (5472×3648) * 3D image size: MPO, JPEG (16:9) 4.1M (2688×1512), (16:9) 2.1M (1920×1080) |
| Video | MP4 (Video: MPEG4, AVC/H.264, Audio: AAC) 1920×1080, 1920×810, 1280×720 , 640×480, 320×240 (for sharing) |
| Video - output | NTS, PAL, HDMI 1.4a |
| Value-added features | Tag & Go (NFC/Wi-Fi): Photo Beam, AutoShare, Remote View Finder Pro, Mobile Link |
| SMART Mode: Beauty Face, Landscape, Macro, Action Freeze, Rich Tone, Panorama, Waterfall, Silhouette, Sunset, Night, Fireworks, Light Trace, Creative Shot, Best Face, Multi-Exposure, Smart Jump Shot | |
| 3D still images and video recording | |
| i-Function in Lens Priority Mode: i-Depth, i-Zoom (x1.2, 1.4, 1.7, 2.0), i-Contrast | |
| Built-in Flash (Guide Number 11 at IOS100) | |
| Wi-Fi connectivity | IEEE 802.11b/g/n supports Dual Channel (SMART Camera 3.0)
Note – availability of individual services may vary from country to country. |
| NFC | Advanced Passive NFC (Wired NFC) |
| PC software included | iLauncher, Adobe® Photoshop® Lightroom® 5 |
| Storage | SD, SDHC, SDXC, UHS-1 |
| Battery | BP1410 (1410mAh) |
| Dimensions (HxWxD) | 127 x 95,5 x 41,7mm (excluding projection part) |
| Weight | 375 g (without battery) |
Lens specification SAMSUNG 16-50mm F2 – 2.8 S ED OIS
| Focal distance | 16 – 50mm (corresponds to focal length 24,6-77mm for 35mm format) |
| Optical members in groups | 18 elements in 12 groups (3 aspherical lenses, 2 Extra-low Dispersion lenses, 2 Xtreme High Refractive lenses) |
| Shot angle | 82,6 ° - 31,4 ° |
| Aperture number | F2-2,8 (min. F22), (Number of blades 9, circular aperture) |
| Optical image stabilization | Year |
| Minimum focusing distance | 0,3m |
| Maximum magnification | Approx.0,19X |
| iScene | Beauty, Portrait, Children, Backlight, Landscape, Sunset, Dawn, Beach & Snow, Night |
| Value-added features | UPSM, Resistance to dust and water drops |
| Lens case | Year |
| Filter size | 72 mm |
| Bayonet type | NX Mount |
| Dimensions (H x D) | 81 x 96.5mm |
| Weight | 622g |
Specifications of the SAMSUNG 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 Power Zoom ED OIS lens
| Focal distance | 16 – 50mm (corresponds to focal length 24.6-77mm for 35mm format) |
| Optical members in groups | 9 elements in 8 groups (4 aspherical lenses, 1 Extra-low Dispersion lens) |
| Shot angle | 82,6 ° - 31,4 ° |
| Aperture number | F3,5-5,6 (min. F22), (Number of blades: 7, circular aperture) |
| Optical image stabilization | Year |
| Minimum focusing distance | 0,24m(Wide), 0,28m(Tele) |
| Maximum magnification | Approx. 0,24x |
| iScene | Beauty, Portrait, Children, Backlight, Landscape, Sunset, Dawn, Beach & Snow, Night |
| UPSM (Focus), DC (Zoom) | |
| Lens case | Ne |
| Filter size | 43 mm |
| Bayonet type | NX Mount |
| Dimensions (H x D) | 64,8 x 31mm |
| Weight | 111g |
Specifications of flash SAMSUNG ED-SEF580A
| Number | 58 (ISO100, 105mm) |
| Coverage | 24-105 mm |
| Power Ratio | 1/1, 1/2, 1/4, 1/8, 1/16, 1/32, 1/64, 1/128, 1/256 |
| Source | AA*4 (Alkaline, Ni-MH, Oxyride, Lithium (FR6)) |
| Flash charge time(new batteries) | Alkaline max 5,5 s, Ni-MH max 5,0 s (2500mAh) |
| Number of flashes | Alkaline min 150, Ni-MH min 220 (2500mAh) |
| Flash duration (Auto mode) | max 1/125, min 1/33 |
| Flash Duration (Manual Mode) | max 1/125, min 1/33 |
| Bulb voltage | Flashing 285V, Glowing 330V |
| Reflection | UP 0, 45, 60, 75, 90˚ CC 0, 60, 90, 120˚ CCW 0, 60, 90, 120, 150, 180 |
| Exposure control system | A-TTL, Manual |
| Color temperature | 5600 ± 500K |
| AF assist light | About (1,0m ~10,0m) (TBD) |
| Automatic Power Zoom | 24, 28, 35, 50, 70, 85, 105mm |
| Manual Zoom | 24, 28, 35, 50, 70, 85, 105mm |
| Holder | Original Samsung |
| Flash coverage angle | 24 mm (R/L 78˚, U/D 60˚), 105mm (R/L 27˚, U/D 20˚) |
| High speed sync | Year |
| Wireless | Yes (4ch, 3 groups) |
| Other | Graphic LCD, Energy saving mode, MultiflashModeling light, Wide-angle diffuser |
