Samsung SMX-F50

alaTest has collected and analyzed 97 reviews from magazines and websites. Reviewers are impressed by the usability and portability. The battery and value for money also get good comments. The features and zoom get critical comments, while comments are divided on the design.

image quality, value for money, battery, portability, usability

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Camcorders the Samsung SMX-F50 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 87/100 = Very good quality.

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Samsung SMX-F50 Camcorder

 

If you walk into an electronics store it won't take but ten minutes to see that high definition is now everywhere. You can only buy high definition TVs, high definition camcorders are over abundant, computer monitors are now taking on standard high...

Basic and easy to use for those who want good quality video without the fuss of running an advanced camera ; Excellent video quality (for standard definition) ; Large zoom ; Smart BGM background music feature ; Integrated IntelliStudio software

Zoom noise picked up in video in quiet situations ; Price tag of $200 puts it very close to many entry-level HD camcorders ; View the discussion thread.blog comments powered by DISQUSback to top ; Start ; Prev ; 1 ; 2 ; 3 ; 4 ; 5 ; 6 ; 7 ; Next ; End ;...

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Decent camcorder

 

A lot of nice features for the price

Feels a little fragile, and if you are not using manual focus, auto-focus is pretty slow

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Nice, lightweight build. Good video quality

 

To begin with, turning it on is really slow. You have to wait 10 seconds for it to turn on, then you have to manually open the lens shutter. Once it is on, it is still at the zoom you were at when you turned it off, so you may ... Expand full review

The camera comes in and out of sleep very fast. The zoom operates at a reasonable speed too. It plays on the new Windows Media Player (.mp4 file format). Can operate in very very low light, although a flashlight is recommended

If used to view it while it is still in its .mp4 format, small lines appear on your screen. This doesnt happen on the included software, which is built into the camera. The zoom is too fast for the auto focus, so if you zoom in too fast the auto focus tak

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Its called entry level for a reason...

 

I'll sum this review up in 2 simple ways; who this camera is for, and who it isn't for. If you are someone looking to shoot quick, fast youtube type videos of a cat playing with a ball of string or your friend falling off his bike, then this camcorder...

Fairly inexpensive, light weight, uses cheap SDHC memory, good batter life

Poor video quality, frustrating settings, did I mention poor video quality

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Its called entry level for a reason...

 

I'll sum this review up in 2 simple ways; who this camera is for, and who it isn't for. If you are someone looking to shoot quick, fast youtube type videos of a cat playing with a ball of string or your friend falling off his bike, then ... Expand full...

Fairly inexpensive, light weight, uses cheap SDHC memory, good batter life

Poor video quality, frustrating settings, did I mention poor video quality

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Nice, lightweight build. Good video quality

 

To begin with, turning it on is really slow. You have to wait 10 seconds for it to turn on, then you have to manually open the lens shutter. Once it is on, it is still at the zoom you were at when you turned it off, so you may have to zoom out. Once...

The camera comes in and out of sleep very fast. The zoom operates at a reasonable speed too. It plays on the new Windows Media Player (.mp4 file format). Can operate in very very low light, although a flashlight is recommended

If used to view it while it is still in its .mp4 format, small lines appear on your screen. This doesnt happen on the included software, which is built into the camera. The zoom is too fast for the auto focus, so if you zoom in too fast the auto focus tak

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Amazon review summary for the Samsung SMX-F50

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 49 user reviews of the Samsung SMX-F50 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other products on Amazon.com.

value for money, usability, portability, image quality, zoom

71% of reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

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CAMCORDER

 

This product was such a disappointment I returned the item without hesitation. The battery was good for only a few seconds and I was not able to record the event I had purchased the camcorder for.

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Beautiful Clear Shot and Zoom

 

Just got this camcorder today and I'm in love. I love the slickness to it and also the zoom capibility.

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Easy to use

 

I didn't need to read the manual and was easy to use. I bought this to upload videos for Youtube and it works more than great. The intelligent Studio option that you have when you upload your videos and pictures is amazing. Took me a little time just...

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Product Specifications

Configuration

3 Chip Technic: No
Chip Type:CCD
Image Stabiliser:Electronical Image Stabiliser
Sensor Size:1/6''

Connectivity

Digital Input: No
Firewire IEEE-1394 Interface: No
HDMI: No
HDMI PORT: No
Type of Memory Stick Interface : No
Type of SD Card Interface :SD Card / SD HC Card
USB: Yes
USB Interface: Yes
WiFi Connectivity: No
Wireless Interface: No

General Features

3D: No
Format:Memory Card
Handheld Position:Horizontal
Product Type:Camcorder
Resolution:Standard Definition
Type:Camcorder

Lens

Longest Shutter Speed in s:1/60
Shortest Shutter Speed in s:1/10000

Recording

Face Detection Mode:Face Detection
HD Video Format:Not Applicable
Recording Format:16:9 / 4:3
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