Samsung TL350

Viewfinder

Those hunting for the increasingly rare optical viewfinder on a compact camera will just have to continue the search elsewhere.

LCD

We use the 'LCD' subhed out of habit, but in fact Samsung now uses a superior display technology in this camera and several of its other upscale models, called OLED, which provides richer colors and a brighter display than traditional LCD technology. 

The AMOLED screen used by Samsung refreshes quickly and looks impressive (at least, when it isn't pointed at a blank wall).

Flash

The built-in flash is average-sized, and positioned far enough from the lens that we don't expect significant problems with red-eye when shooting in dark settings.

The built-in flash.

Lens Mount

The 5x Schneider-Kreuznach zoom lens starts at a nice wide 24mm equivalent, helpful both for scenic shots and for fitting the whole gang into a group shot taken in close quarters. The f/2.8 maximum aperture is about what we'd expect for this class of camera.

The TL350 has a 5x zoom with a decent wide angle.

Jacks, Ports & Plugs

As expected, the TL350 includes a single port for data and standard-def video and an HDMI jack for connecting directly to a high-def TV set to enjoy all that 1080p goodness you paid for in all its glory.

The AV/USB and HDMI ports.

Battery

The Lithium ion rechargeable battery shares a compartment with the SD memory card slot.

The memory card and battery compartment.

Memory

The TL350 uses standard SD/SDHC memory cards.