Samsung SCL-520 Hi8 Camcorder

Samsung SCL-520 Hi8 Camcorder
alaAverage 4.4

3 reviews

May, 2013

alaTest has collected and analyzed 3 reviews from magazines and websites. Opinions about the build quality and image quality are on the whole positive. The value for money and design are also appreciated.

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On average, users rate this product 87/100.

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Amazon review summary for the Samsung SCL-520 Hi8 Camcorder

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 3 user reviews of the Samsung SCL-520 Hi8 Camcorder from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.5/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other products on Amazon.com.

100% of reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

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Small, stylish but one thing is not good

 

Small, stylish but one thing is not good

I bought this camcorder from amazon.com for $313.88. This camera is stylish, small with many features. Auto Exposures modes, Preset titiles like Anniversary, Birthday, Our Son, Our Boy e.t.c. The normal zoom is great but when you activate the digital...

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Incredibly great!

 

Incredibly great!

I used it for weeks. It was astonishing. After I actualy shot some baby pictures, I knew my dedision was correct. Great picture and steady shot....

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Well built camera

 

Well built camera

I enjoy this camcorder alot and think is useful whether you are watching a soccer game or just recording fun times at the park. This camera is top of the line and is a good value.

Product Specifications

Record your memorable life with technical & value innovation! Samsung camcorders have a wealth of features and conveniences in a clear and user-friendly design. Samsung's compact, user-friendly 8mm camcorder offers an array of advanced video and audio features that assure quality video recording. The 8mm video system provides a crystal clear picture image. Samsung's SCL520 camcorder is designed for easy video making with a full 2.5" color monitor for framing, zooming, and playback of home video recordings. The same video system provides crystal clear picture images, and the many impressive performance and convenience features of this lightweight, compact camcorder make your recording easier and more enjoyable. For quality, performance and reliability in a feature-packed camcorder, the Samsung SCL520 is the perfect choice.

Audio Input

Microphone Operation Mode:Mono
Microphone Technology:Electret condenser
Type:Microphone

Battery

Battery Form Factor:Manufacturer specific

Camcorder Features

Low Lux / Night Mode: Yes

Camera Flash

Type: None

Dimensions & Weight

Depth:6.9in
Height:4.1in
Weight:1.8lbs
Width:4in

Display (Projector)

Diagonal Size:2.5in
Diagonal Size (metric):6.4cm
Display Form Factor:Rotating
Technology:TFT active matrix
Type:LCD display

Exposure Parameters

Shooting Programs:Hi-speed shutter / Portrait mode / Sand & snow / Sports mode / Spotlight

Header

Localization:English
Manufacturer:Samsung
Model:520
Packaged Quantity:1
Product Line:Samsung SCL

Lens System

Lens Aperture:F1.6
Max Focal Length:79.2mm
Min Focal Length:3.6mm
Optical Zoom:22
Type:Zoom lens

Miscellaneous

Color:Black / Metallic silver

Optical Sensor

Camcorder Effective Video Resolution:250Kpix
Camcorder Sensor Resolution:270Kpix
Optical Sensor Type:CCD
Sensor Qty:1CCD

Optical System

Image Stabilizer: None

Service & Support

Type:1 year warranty

Storage Floppy Drive

Type: None

Video Input

Analog Video Format:NTSC
Digital Scene Transition:Black fader
Digital Zoom:440
Media Type:Video8
Special Effects:Black & White / Cinema / Emboss / Make-up / Mirror / Mosaic / Negative / Sepia / Wide
Type:Camcorder

Viewfinder

Viewfinder Color Support:Black & white
Viewfinder Type:LCD
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