Product Description

Samsung NV20, part of the second generation of NV series, takes both design and functionality to a whole new level. The NV20 is equipped with 12.1 mega pixel CCD and a Schneider-Kreuznach lens, known for outstanding quality and delivering crystal-clear images with every shot, as well as a 3x optical and a 5x digital zoom. Built-in Face Recognition AF&AE can identify up to nine faces in a picture and adjust complexion accordingly, while Red-eye Fix automatically removes any annoying red-eye effect. Auto Contrast Balance compensates for brightness and Auto Shake Reduction (ASR) compensates for a shaky hand on the part of the photographer. And now navigating complicated menu systems is a thing of the past! The brilliant new Smart Touch user interface makes accessing menu functions and reviewing your images an absolute pleasure with a unique touch-ensitive system gives you easy, intuitive control over the camera, as the large 2.5" LCD gives you a great view every time. Innovative Smart Touch User Interface Face Recognition AF & AE with Red Eye Fix Bright 2.5 color TFT LCD screen 20MB Internal Memory - accepts SD/SDHC/MMC memory cards (up to 4 GB) MPEG-4 (AVI) recording capability Supports ISO 3200 (at 3M) for clarity in imperfect lighting USB 2.0 port - can connect to Windows and Mac

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #24550 in Camera & Photo
• Color: Black
• Brand: Samsung
• Model: NV20B
• Released on: 2007-10-02
• Dimensions: 2.36" h x 3.80" w x .73" l, 1.00 pounds
• Display size: 2.5

Features

• 12-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality poster-size prints over 18 x 25 inches
• 3x optical zoom with Advanced Shake Reduction (ASR); 2.5-inch LCD display
• Face Detection detects up to nine faces and automatically adjusts for optimal focus and exposure
• Up to 3200 ISO supported; high-resolution movie mode at up to 30 fps
• Stores images on SD memory cards (20MB internal memory included); powered by lithium-ion battery

From the Manufacturer
The 12-megapixel Samsung NV20 features the sleek, elegant design and innovative Smart Touch interface that have become the hallmarks of the NV Series, setting the camera family apart from competitive offerings in the market.

For outstanding image quality, the NV20 features premium Schneider optics with a 3x optical zoom. On the back of the camera's brushed black, stainless-steel body lies Samsung's Smart Touch user interface. Smart Touch enables easy navigation of the camera's comprehensive feature sets by simply sliding a finger across the control buttons positioned around the camera's 2.5-inch LCD screen.

The NV20 can also shoot at ISO 3200, and boasts an improved Advanced Shake Reduction (ASR) feature as well as Samsung's new Auto Contrast Balance (ACB) and Image Noise Reduction modes. ACB automatically adjusts the brightness of subjects composed in harsh lighting, such as those that are back-lit, and the Image Noise Reduction helps limit the amount of noise in captured images, especially those shot at higher ISO settings. No matter what lighting environment shooters find themselves in, they can rest assured that the NV20 will deliver uncompromising results.

All three new cameras feature Samsung's Face Detection technology, which makes taking pictures of family and friends a snap. Samsung's Face Detection feature detects up to nine faces and automatically adjusts focus and exposure to ensure better composition and image quality. Additionally, with 14 scene modes to choose from, including Night, Portrait, Children, Landscape, Close-Up, Text, Sunset, Dawn, Backlight, Fireworks, Beach and Snow, Cafe, Food, and Self-Shot, shooters can effortlessly adjust the camera and capture the best image possible in any setting. All images can be saved to each of the camera's 20MB of internal memory or to an external SDHC/SD card with a guaranteed maximum of 8GB. The NV20 also includes a high-resolution movie mode, with the ability to record at VGA resolution (640 x 480) at a maximum frame rate of 30 frames per second (fps). Shooters can also take advantage of the camera's movie stabilizers and 3x optical zoom while recording video and, with Samsung's Successive Recording mode, can pause and then resume filming without having to save the clips as individual files.

Customer Reviews

Good, but not great
I purchased this camera because I had lost my old 10mp point and shoot from Sony. I have recently been purchasing Samsung products so I figured I'd give their camera a chance also. I was initially excited with the 12.1mp resolution of this camera but after I've tried taking nearly 500 pictures in different lighting, settings, and anything else I could try, I've found that the pictures just aren't that great. The definition between colors in the photos, even those in good lighting, were blurred. I still have an old 5mp sony and I the same pictures with both cameras and didn't see much of a difference, and in less lighting, the sony did better. Next is the flash, why they made it a pop up flash, that you have to push back down when you're done, doesn't make sense to me. Plus the flash isn't that bright, again my Sony old 5mp sony did better there. The Samsung almost has to have perfect lighting to take a picture without blurring, even with pictures taken with the ISO on auto, with about a 1/500 and it still showed some shakiness, not seen with my older Sony. The navigation system with the camera is pretty convenient though, I do like that feature. All in all I think I will be taking the camera back and purchasing either a Sony or trying for the Cannon this time. I admit that I've been partial to Sony for years now so my opinion my be biased, just do your research before you purchase this camera.

Nice
I bought this as an effort to modernize my 2 megapixel Olympus. The menu system is a huge leap in ease of usability and is one of this cameras greatest assets. I didn't even need to crack open the manual to start. Ergonomics are good, maybe a hair on the small side for me. Everything is easy and intuitive to reach. I expected a significant difference in picture quality, but the largest thing I normally print out is 5"x7" so I have not really been able to take advantage of the MP increase. I have not noticed a difference in detail even using the higher resolution. Zoom is no better than then older Olympus if as good...a little disappointing, but I haven't seen a point and shoot with a zoom I like. Flash too is minimal typical of point and shoots. Battery life is so-s0 but I have purchased a couple extras which you should have in your camera bag anyway. There is a little metal tab which apparently holds the battery in place that does not retract to get the battery out. This is easily bent. You need a toothpick and a third hand to remove the battery and replace it without bending the latch. Obviously a design issue. Interestingly, the SD card adjacent to the battery has no need for such a flimsy latch. I have had some auto focus issues, but have not tinkered with all the different settings. It has the typical delay while the camera performs this task. On a couple of occasions, seemingly it couldn't make up it's mind determining the proper focus. Red eye reduction is excellent. The software that comes with it is okay, nothing too fancy but it does the job. It also includes a program that allows you to take pictures of business cards and it attempts to transfer these into a database. Two major problems with this. One, the database is proprietary. Two, it was only able to correctly do this on less than 5% of the samples I tested. You're better off typing. Good idea, really poor implementation. Overall, I am happy with the camera, but probably would have been just as happy continuing with the older Olympus as my picture taking consists of snapping candid shots of the grandkids and stills for eBay.

Great camera.
My brother bought this camera for me as a gift. I'm not usually into gadgets with all the bells and whistles, but with this camera I changed my mind. Not only is it easy to navigate, it has great features that other digital cameras don't have. With a three year old, I loved the special effects available with this camera.