Dec. 5, 2007 – Samsung this week launched two S-series point-and-shoots, the S760 and S860. The entry-level models have nearly identical specifications, including 3x optical zoom (38-105 35mm equivalent), Samsung’s Intelligent Face Recognition Technology, digital image stabilization, and silver, black, pink, or blue color options. The 7.2-megapixel S760 will retail for $169 and the 8.1-megapixel S860 for $179. Both will be available next month.
The S760 and S860 follow up the S630 and S730, released last spring. The S760 and S860 up the megapixel count from 6 and 7.2 megapixels to 7.2 and 8.1 megapixels, respectively. In addition, both models feature 11 Scene modes: Night, Portrait, Children, Landscape, Close-Up, Sunset, Dawn, Backlight, Fireworks, Beach & Snow, and Self Portrait.
A Function Description feature displays easy-to-read descriptions of the Scene modes. In addition, a special effects “E” button allows in-camera editing such as resizing, adjusting brightness and color, and fixing red eyes.
Both cameras capture video at 640 x 480 resolution at 30 frames per second. Digital image stabilization is also functional in Movie mode. Both cameras run on two AA batteries.
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Camera Model
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S630/S730
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S760/S860
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Introductory Price
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$179.99/$199.99
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$169/$179
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Announcement Date
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January 2007
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December 2007
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Sensor
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6 MP / 7.2 MP
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7.2 MP / 8.1 MP
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Lens
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3x optical zoom
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3x optical zoom
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Monitor
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2.5-inch, 230,000-pixel
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Review Link
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