Samsung NX100: With Latest CMOS sensor

With Latest CMOS sensor - Samsung NX100 is the first hybrid camera from Samsung that carries the minimalist theme. With elegant nan sexy body, this camera is clearly targeted for the middle class and above who want stylish camera. However, like other hybrid cameras, NX100 is not only stylish but also offer a class picture quality DSLR. Plus the controls are intuitive innovation and smart features that are useful, NX100 really is an interesting camera.

In the sales package, you will find the camera body and lens kit, standard zoom lens for the NX100. The lens is the lens NX 20-50mm f / 3.5 to 5.6. You also get the charger and camera strap.

Physical Quality

NX100 very beautiful shape, one of the most interesting cameras on the market. We were quite surprised that aesthetic form is also functional. NX100 is a hybrid camera is the most ergonomic we've ever tried. You can use the NX100 comfortably with just one hand. In addition, this camera has two scroll dial, something that can not even find on a DSLR beginner class.

At the front of the camera there's only AF assist lamp and the lens lock button. If the lens is opened, you can immediately see the camera sensor. The lens is the lens that came with the new 20-50mm, equivalent to 30-80mm. Unfortunately, this lens is not equipped with vibration dampers like other NX lens.

Scroll NX100 main dial on the back.

Majority control is located behind the camera. Size 3-inch AMOLED screen dominates the back of the camera. This screen has an excellent display quality. The position is very ergonomic keypad and intuitive to use. The main controls are made via the scroll dial which is also a large four-way button.

Shutter button is designed like a water spot on top of a lotus. Nearby there is a scroll dial to be operated with the right index finger.

In the lens, there iFunction button that allows you to change the parameters using the left hand. With much of this control mode, NX100 is one of the most intuitive camera when used.

NX100 does not have a built-in flash, but the available hot-shoe for external flash accessories. Also available is Smart Shoe interface that allows you to pair the electronic viewfinder or GPS Module.

Samsung NX100 has a remote cable port to which you are photographing meungkinkan bulb. Of course this is very useful for the hobbyist who likes to experiment. In addition, the SamsungNX100 also offers an HDMI port, DC in port, and port the standard AV out. IN-port as the port there is Depth of Field Preview button.

Feature & Menu

NX100 uses large-sized sensors, called APS-C format. The sensor is up to 8x larger than a pocket camera sensor, promising better quality DSLR classmates in normal condition or in low light conditions.

On the mode dial, you can find the special mode "i". When using this mode, you can quickly change the scene mode is active. You only need to press the i-Function in the lens and rotate the lens ring. This usage mode was very intuitive and produce good photographs.

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Views NX100 can quite fill the screen, but not too distracting. Small icon size and placement leaves a large space in the middle of the screen.

Image Quality

We tested the Samsung NX100 performance in low light conditions by using various levels of ISO in the lab. In addition to noise level, also to note the level of detail that tends to decrease due to reduction noiser.

ISO 100

ISO 200

ISO 400

ISO 800

ISO 1600

ISO 3200

ISO 6400

Samsung NX100 provides very good results. No complaints until ISO 800, you can use this sensitivity level without thinking. ISO1600 and ISO3200 also give good results, but there is little color shift. In addition, the contrast and dynamic range is reduced. ISO 6400 can be practically fictitious because it only provides increased sensitivity 1 / 3 stops higher than the ISO 3200. Should the difference is 1 stop.

Conclusion

Samsung NX100 far exceeded our expectations of a hybrid camera. This camera is easy to use for general users, with many automatic mode that can provide stunning results. However, experienced users will also like it because NX100 allows you to experiment with full control. Moreover, the color of its body will make you look different.

Excess

* interchangeable lenses.
* The picture quality is very good.
* nan stylish ergonomic body.
* i-Function intuitive and functional.
* Two control dial plus the i-function makes the camera very easy to control.
* AMOLED screen is very good and sharp.
* Available remote cable port.
* Mode "i" and Smart modes including smart.

Deficiency

* No built-in flash.
* There is no vibration dampers in both the body and the lens kit.
* Performance sesigap autofocus is not expected.