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Introduction
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01.Product Tour
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02.Hardware
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03.Design & Layout
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04.Modes
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05.Controls
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06.Conclusion
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07.Specs & Ratings
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08.Comments
Samsung HZ15W
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Hardware
Product Tour
Overview
The Samsung HZ15W is one of only a few cameras with a 10x or greater zoom range packed into a body small enough to fit easily into most jacket pockets. This compact ultra-zoom design is great for anyone who want a relatively small camera but doesn't want to sacrifice zoom range. Samsung hasn't released official specifications for the HZ15W size and weight, but we expect it will be similar to the HZ10W, which weighs in at only 7.7 ounces.
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| The Samsung HZ15W packs a big zoom punch in a small body. |
Front
The front of the Samsung HZ15W is dominated by the, relatively, large Schneider-Kreuznach 10x lens. To the left of the lens are an LED indicator and an autofocus assist lamp. Just above and to the left of them is the built-in flash and towards the far left you'll find a textured strip to help you grip the camera securely.
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| The HZ15W's 10x lens looks oversized on the relatively small body. |
Back
On the back of the Samsung HZ15W you'll find the 3-inch LCD display To the right of the display are a collection of controls, including a 4-way control, Fn, E and Playback buttons. Above these, at the top right of the back, is a rocker switch that can be used to adjust exposure compensation in automatic mode or make manual adjustments in manual modes.
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| The 3-inch LCD is a step up from its predecessor. |
Sides
Each side of the Samsung HZ15W houses a port, a difference from its predecessor, which had a port on only one side. On the right side is Samsung's proprietary data connector, while on the right you'll find the Mini-HDMI port.
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| Samsung's proprietary connector is expected, but the mini HDMI port is new. | |
Top
The top of the Samsung HZ15W is finished in glossy grey. At the far left you'll find what is likely the speaker. Towards the center is the power button and to the right of that is the shutter button with zoom toggle surrounding it. Finally at the far right you'll find the mode dial.
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| From the top you see a slight bulge that makes the HZ15W easier to hold. |
Bottom
The bottom of the Samsung HZ15W houses the tripod mount in the center, thankfully made of metal rather than plastic. To the left of that is a cover for the battery and memory card slots.
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| We like that the tripod mount is metal instead of plastic. |
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