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Samsung DuoCam SC-D6550

Samsung DuoCam SC-D6550
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alaScore 77

39 reviews

Apr, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 39 reviews of Samsung DuoCam SC-D6550. The average rating for this product is 3.2/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other Camcorders for all reviews. People are impressed by the zoom and size. The price and usability are also mentioned favorably, but there are some negative opinions about the color and durability. Views are divided on the memory.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Camcorders the Samsung DuoCam SC-D6550 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 77/100 = Good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.com)

Amazon.com review summary for Samsung DuoCam SC-D6550

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 25 user reviews of Samsung DuoCam SC-D6550 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.9/5 for other Camcorders on Amazon.com. People are impressed by the zoom and size. The portability and price are also appreciated, but there are some critical reviews about the durability.

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48% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Expert review by : Denny Atkin (cnet.com)

Image quality

 

Samsung DuoCam SC-D6550

Decent video performance; relatively lightweight and compact.

Noisy video; weak flash; poorly integrated design; slow still-camera performance; lacks the infrared Night mode of its predecessor.

It's a better still camera than most camcorders, but the SC-D6550 nonetheless forces compromises compared to individual products.

Aug, 2005
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Expert review by : Easy Camcorder (easycamcorders.com)

Expert Review

 

Novelty in electronics is a dangerous thing. Occasionally, as in the case of the JVC GR-X5, the gambit pays off and we are privy to a great product. More often, the public is saddled with burdens like the Samsung SC-D6550 – a wolf in dork's clothing. I...

Still Feature, -Optical Zoom Specs

Video Performance, -Low Light, -No White Balance for Video, -Button Placement, -Handling

Oct, 2005
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Expert review by : David Kender (camcorderinfo.com)

Samsung SC-D6550 Camcorder Review

 

If anything about the SC-D6550 Duocam seemed like a good idea, I'd be the first to admit it. I want to like this camera. The idea is just too absurd not to raise your curiosity. A camcorder with two lenses! It must do something extraordinary. In truth,...

Sep, 2005
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Expert review by : Mark Montgomery (videomaker.com)

Samsung SC-D6550 Mini DV Camcorder

 

The Samsung Duo Cam SC-D6550 is certainly a one of a kind camera that unites a still camera and a mini DV video camcorder. This dynamic duo will surely please amateur shooters looking to have the benefits of both worlds in one complete system

5.25 Mega Pixel Still Imager USB 2.0 and FireWire Still Flash

No Manual White Balance Video image tends to warm Bottom Loading Tape Transport and Media Card Slot

There's nothing like having two tools in one and this camcorder will surely please amateur shooters who need a unique solution that won't break the bank. While there are slightly better performing video camcorders out there for relatively the same...

Sep, 2006
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Expert review by : Asim Zaidi (bytesector.com)

Samsung Duo Cam SC-D6550

 

The Samsung Duo Cam is one of those fantastic 2-in-1 deals that offer the best of both worlds in one package. This combo device offers a 900x variable digital zoom miniDV camcorder plus a 3x optical zoom digital camera supporting a 5.25 megapixel CCD...

Jul, 2005
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Consumer review (newegg.com)

SAMSUNG SC-D6550 Double Sensor: 1/6", 680k Pixel CCD (CAM), 1/2.5" (DSC) 2.5" 112K LCD 10x (CAM), 3x (DSC) Optical Zoom MiniDV Camcorder

 

Should recall "defect" instead of making buyers wait so long to get it fixed.

Duocam a good idea with a lot of pixels

Tape got stuck. Was told pin was "defective" Have to wait 2 weeks for any authorized dealer to even look at it

Jan, 2006
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Consumer review (newegg.com)

what I needed

 

good camera for someone who is technally challaged like myself

Video and camera are great! I didn't want two seperate cameras and this works well. very compact and I recomend getting the case

the flash could be better on the camers still dark to far away

Jan, 2006
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Consumer review (newegg.com)

GREAT DEAL

 

great rez and easy to use

no memory card included

Dec, 2005
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Consumer review (newegg.com)

SAMSUNG SC-D6550 Double Sensor: 1/6", 680k Pixel CCD (CAM), 1/2.5" (DSC) 2.5" 112K LCD 10x (CAM), 3x (DSC) Optical Zoom MiniDV Camcorder

 

This thing makes exelent digital pictures. Very satisfied

Aug, 2005
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Consumer review (ciao.com)

Great all in one camera/video

 

I love this video camera! We've had it for years and its still in great shape and everything works wonderfully on it. We've had no problems what so ever with it. I love that I can take video clips on either the memory card OR the miniDV tapes. I also...

Takes both photos AND videos

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Apr, 2009
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