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Samsung_SCX210L.jpgSamsung's sports camcorder, the Samsung SC-X210L, a slim and lightweight model, was announced a CES 2006 and has just been approved by the FCC, so we should see this one in USA soon. This camcorder includes MP3 playback capabilities and a healthy 100x digital zoom, and has provision for an external camera module as well, which you can use to capture action while showboarding, for example.

The camcorder employs a 680k pixel CCD for a max video resolution of 640x480. A hi-res 230k color TFT LCD screen is provided for previewing the video. One of the interesting features of the SC-X210L is the inclusion of Electronic Image Stabilizer (EIS) that reduces unstable images as a result of shaking.

If you are the type who likes to add special effects to your videos, the Digital Special Effects (DSE) engine will be handy. PC connectivity is via standard USB 2.0. You can also use the Samsung SC-X210L as a PC camera for video conferencing. With 1GB of internal memory and support for SD/MMC cards up to 2GB, you get a decent amount of space to store your videos. Other features include Voice Recorder and File Browser.

The Samsung SC-X210L will be available in February 2006 at $599.99 MAP. www.samsungusa.com.

Specs in the extended entry. More details at Samsung's website.

  • Recording System: MPEG4, AVI
    Samsung SC-X210L Camcorder Specs:

  • Photo formats: JPEG (640x480)
  • MP3: Stereo Playback
  • Voice: WAV File Recording/Play (8kHz Sampling, 16-bit, Stereo)
  • Memory:
    • Internal: 1GB
    • External: SD/MMC

  • CCD: 680k pixel, 1/6" CCD
  • Optical Zoom: 10x
  • Digital Zoom: 100x
  • LCD Monitor: 2" TFT, 230k color
  • Focal Length: f=2.4~24mm, F1.8~2.4
  • Connectors: USB (Mini-B type) 2.0
  • Operating Temperature: 0"C - 40"C
  • Power: 3.8V (Li-Polymer Battery Pack), 4.8V (AC Adapter)
  • Dimensions: 2.41" x 3.68" x 1.19"
  • Weight: 5.29 oz
  • Mic: Built-in condenser microphone