Samsung SMX-F44
Editor's Review
The Samsung F44 would be an unremarkable standard def camcorder, except that it has a ridiculous 52x optical zoom! The number even extends to 65x with the "intelligent zoom" mode (some optical/digital-zoom combination). It's like a telescope that records video. Make sure you invest in a tripod--the F44 has no image stabilization, so the slightest hand shake will turn your telescopic shots into a fuzzy mess.
Editor's Review
The Samsung F44 would be an unremarkable standard def camcorder, except that it has a ridiculous 52x optical zoom! The number even extends to 65x with the "intelligent zoom" mode (some optical/digital-zoom combination). It's like a telescope that records video. Make sure you invest in a tripod--the F44 has no image stabilization, so the slightest hand shake will turn your telescopic shots into a fuzzy mess.
Specifications
- Standard-definition video
- H.264 format
- 52x optical/65x "intelligent"/2000x digital zoom
- 2.7-inch LCD monitor
- Mac and PC compatible
- 16GB internal flash memory
- Captures to SD/SDHC memory cards
- Rechargeable lithium-ion battery
- Release Date: Mar 22, 2010
