Samsung Next-Generation DSLR
Designed for the advanced amateur and professional photographer, the GX-20 has
a large 2.7 inch Live View LCD screen, which allows users to check composition
and focus directly on the LCD in real time. The GX-20's improved sensor-based
shake reduction system, dubbed Optical Image Stabilization (OIS), helps photographers
overcome the detrimental effects of hand shake and helps minimize blur in situations
where the camera is unstable or in low-light conditions. Because it resides
in the camera body, as opposed to the lens, the OPS feature works with a wide
range of lenses, including Samsung's Schneider D-XENON family and the
full range of Pentax, KAF2, KAF and KA mount lenses.
Samsung's full range of optics include two zooms, the 18~55mm and 50~200mm
Schneider D-XENONs, as well as five new Schneider D-XENON lenses (introduced
in 2007). The new Schneider D-XENON lenses are available for use with the entire
GX-Series of DSLRs and consist of a 10~17mm, F3.5-4.5 fish-eye zoom, a 12~24mm,
F4 ultra-wide zoom, a 16~45mm, F4 wide zoom, a 35mm, F2 fixed focus and a 100mm,
F2.8 macro lens.
Additionally, the GX-20 features a Pentaprism viewfinder that yields a 95 %
wide field of view and provides photographers with a bright and accurate view
of their subject, allowing them to properly frame and fine tune out-of-focus
areas. Furthermore, with a maximum shutter speed of 1/4000 second, shooters
can rest assured that they'll never miss the perfect shot, especially
when it comes to fast-moving events.
The GX-20's revolutionary new double dust-removal system is designed to
prevent dust from threatening the quality of images captured with the GX-20.
Samsung has incorporated an advanced dust-removal system that can be set to
automatically vibrate the CMOS sensor when the GX-20 is powered on or engaged
independently by the shooter, and has also manufactured the GX-20's proprietary
sensor with a special dust resistant coating, further eliminating the possibility
of unwanted specs or blemishes ruining an otherwise perfect picture. As if that
weren't enough, the GX-20 boasts a specially designed body that was made
to stand up to the elements. Every button, gap and other potentially vulnerable
area on the camera's body has been fortified with special seals and silicone
to protect against damage from water, sand and a host of other elements.
Another attractive feature for advanced photographers is the GX-20's RAW
image format support. The exclusive one-touch RAW shooting button enables users
to quickly capture 14-bit RAW images, which can then be quickly be viewed on
the LCD screen. If the shooter desires, the RAW image can also be converted
to JPEG format directly on the camera. The GX-20's intuitive and easy
to use interface makes even the most advanced tasks easy to accomplish for just
about anyone. The GX 20's continuous shooting mode is capable of capturing
up to three pictures per second (pps). Depending on available memory, shooters
can capture an unlimited number of JPEG images in continuous shooting mode,
and up to nine images in RAW format.
For accurate auto focusing in any shooting condition, shooters can take advantage
of the GX-20's 11-point TTL, wide-area Auto Focus system. For added versatility
and to compliment their shooting style, users have a choice of AF single or
AF-continuous. The GX-20 also features a TTL open-aperture 16-segment metering
system for accurate exposures, as well as center weighted and spot metering.
Samsung GX-20: $1399.95 MSRP -- Available March 2008
www.samsungcameraUSA.com
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