Always connected, the Samsung GALAXY NX turns every picture into a story worth telling
LONDON, UK - June 20, 2013 - Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today announced the launch of the GALAXY NX, the first 3G/4G LTE Connected Compact System Camera (CSC). Versatile and easy to use, the GALAXY NX combines cutting edge optical performance with connectivity capabilities and galaxy of applications based on Android eco-system, all in one stylish package. The result is a new type of connected device which allows users to turn their experiences into a story that can be instantly shared with anyone they choose, from wherever they might be, in amazing color and outstanding detail.
"The GALAXY NX reflects the unique needs of a user who needs to take professional photos and share them immediately in any situation. For those who want to express themselves and the exciting moments that make up their lives quickly, easily and on the go, the GALAXY NX is an ideal choice" said Myoung Sup Han, Senior Vice President and Head of the Digital Imaging Business, Samsung Electronics.
Share everything, from anywhere
With the 3G/4G LTE technology, the GALAXY NX allows photographers to stay constantly connected with their world. Promising speedy sharing whether on the move or right at home, the GALAXY NXs' seamless connectivity transcends the current offering to photographers, providing a device which puts the sharing of professional level images at its heart. The GALAXY NX embraces the era of visual communication to provide an outlet for passionate photographers to express their exciting experiences immediately, in spectacular quality.
The GALAXY NX is equipped to help you capture the scene and mood of every hotspot you visit.Photo Suggest provides location based recommendations of popular photography spots, sourced from a huge library of images taken by fellow photographers across the world. Story Album lets users enjoy timeless memories by displaying special moments on one timeline, reframing and resizing them to create digital photo books which can be viewed and shared on other devices.
Stunning picture quality
Superior image quality is available whenever and wherever with the GALAXY NX and array of interchangeable lenses. The 20.3MP APS-C Sensor produces images which are bright and detailed, even in low light conditions, while the DRIMe IV Image Signal Processer delivers the speed and accuracy which today's photographers demand.
Life moves fast and the GALAXY NX makes sure that you don't miss a moment. Its Advanced Hybrid Auto Focus (AF) System ensures accurate phase and contrast detection for crisp, vibrant shots, while the 1/6000 sec shutter speed and 8.6fps shooting lets you capture the action as it’s happening.
The flexibility offered by the GALAXY NX’s selection of Interchangeable Lenses places creative control firmly in the hands of the photographer, opening up a world of imaging possibilities, whatever the scenario. From compact pancake lenses and an ultra-wide fisheye to exquisite longer prime and zoom lenses, the extensive range of lenses help change users perspective on their world to create images which are truly special and help them to tell their story in a new way. True 3D Creator also brings an added element of realism to the GALAXY NX results, allowing users to shoot images and movies in 3D with Samsung's 45mm 2D/3D lens.
Simple and easy to use
With Android 4.2 Jelly Bean, the functionality of a smartphone is utilized to improve the photographic experience. Users can choose from an entire universe of Android apps to help personalize their GALAXY NX and do more than just shoot amazing photographs and video, from editing images to adding special effects to staying in touch with friends and family.
The GALAXY NX is packed with features which help photographers to take images that embody their passions and express their unique outlook on the scenes they are shooting. More than 30Smart Mode lets users choose the optimum settings for the environment they are capturing, as well as create fresh, artistic images. ‘Multi Exposure’ merges two different shots together to produce one distinctive image, while ‘Animated Photo’ connects continuous shots of up to five seconds, creating a moving GIF file. For added realism, ‘Sound & Shot’ stores sound and voice together as the picture is taken, so moments are captured exactly as they happened.
For added personalization, Camera Studio allows users to easily customize settings with their most frequently used applications or camera modes, making sure their photos are captured exactly as desired every time.
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Samsung GALAXY NX Product Specifications:
Image Sensor | 20.3 effective megapixel APS-C CMOS |
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IS | (Lens Shift – depends on Lens type) |
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Display | 121.2mm (4.8inch) HD TFT LCD SVGA EVF |
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ISO | Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400, 12800, 25600 |
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Network | 4G LTE | 4G (LTE Cat3 100/50Mbps) : 800/850/900/1800/2100/2600 (Dependent on Market) |
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3G | 3G (HSPA＋42Mbps) : 850/900/1900/2100 |
AP | 1.6GHz Quad-Core Processor |
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OS | Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean) |
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Image | JPEG (3:2): 20.0M (5472x3648), 10.1M (3888x2592), 5.9M (2976x1984), 2.0M (1728x1152) JPEG (16:9): 16.9M (5472x3080), 7.8M (3712x2088), 4.9M (2944x1656), 2.1M (1920x1080) JPEG (1:1): 13.3M (3648x3648), 7.0M (2640x2640), 4.0M (2000x2000), 1.1M (1024x1024) RAW: 20.0M (5472 x 3648) ＊ 3D Image: JPEG JPEG (16:9): 4.1M (2688x1512), 2.1M (1920x1080) |
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Video | Codec: MPEG4, H.263, H.264, VC-1, Sorenson Spark, WMV7/8, MP43, VP8 Format: MP4/3GP, AVI, WMV/ASF, FLV, MKV, WEBM Size: 1920x1080/25fps, 1920x810/24fps, 1280x720/50fps, 1280x720/25fps, 640x480/50fps, 640x480/25fps, 320x240/25fps for Sharing |
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Audio | Codec: MP3, AAC LC/AAC＋/eAAC＋, WMA, FLAC, Vorbis, AMR-NB/WB Format: MP3, M4A, 3GA, AAC, OGG, OGA, WAV, WMA, AMR, AWB, FLAC, MID, MIDI, XMF, IMY, RTTTL, RTX, OTA |
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Additional Features | Built-in Pop-up flash |
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Samsung Link, Samsung ChatON |
S Voice, S Translator |
Group Play: Share Music(MP3), Share Picture(JPEG, GIF), Share Document(PDF, PPT), Play Games |
Trip Advisor, Photo Suggest |
Google Mobile Services | Chrome, Downloads, Google Maps, Gmail, Google Search, Google Settings, GooglePlus, Google Local, Google Play Store, Google Messenger, Google Navigation,Youtube, Google Talk, Voice Search, Google Play Movie & TV, Google Play books, Google Play Music, Google Play Magazine. |
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Connectivity | WiFi a/b/g/n 2.4GHz, 5GHz Bluetooth® 4.0 (LE) GPS, GLONASS (Support A-GPS) |
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Sensor | Accelerometer, Geomagnetic, Proximity, Gyro, RGB Light |
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Memory | 16GB Internal memory ＋ microSD slot (up to 64GB) 2.0GB RAM ＊User memory may differ by region, carrier, and supporting language, and may change after software upgrade. |
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Bundle Software | Samsung Kies (Windows & Mac), Adobe Photoshop Lightroom |
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Dimension (WxHxD) | 136.5 x 101.2 x 25.7 (37.65) mm, 410g(without battery) / 495(with standard battery) |
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Battery | 4,360 mAh |
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