Samsung NV24HD 10.1MP Digital Camera with 3.6x Optical Ultra Wide Image Stabilization Zoom (Black) | 
 enlarge | Brand: Samsung
Category: Photography
List Price: $399.95
Buy New: $187.08
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New (21) Used (1) Refurbished (2) from $149.90
Avg. Customer Rating:  23 reviews
Sales Rank: 6273
Color: Black
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Floppy Disk Drive: None
Monitor Size: 250
Optical Zoom: 3.6
Display Size: 2.5
Maximum Focal Length: 15.5
Minimum Focal Length: 4.3
Maximum Resolution: 10.1
Has Red Eye Reduction: Yes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 4
Dimensions (in): 7.8 x 5.9 x 2.9
MPN: NV24HD
Model: NV24HD
UPC: 044701008774
EAN: 0044701008774
ASIN: B001283GIM
Release Date: April 14, 2008
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | 10-megapixel resolution for high-quality prints; capture high-definition 720p video | | • | 3.6x optical zoom; Dual Image Stabilization; ultra-wide angle 24mm Schneider lens | | • | Face Detection technology; Self Portrait mode | | • | 2.5-inch LCD touch screen for easy control | | • | Capture images to SD cards (not included) |
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Product Description
Representing the very best in compact camera technology, the SAMSUNG NV24HD boasts a 24mm wide-angle and a 3.6x optical zoom lens so you have a wider shooting range. Capture images and record videos in high definition - then watch them on your HDTV in high-quality 720p resolution. Images are richly colored, crisp and clear, simply the best quality available in a digital camera. Crystal-clear digital images can be viewed on a HDTV for the ultimate slideshow through a single HDMI cable. What's more, the NV24HD is enabled with Anynet+ technology, so all you need is one remote to take control of the action. A wider 180 viewing angle, enhanced color reproduction, ultra-high contrast ratio, and quick near-zero millisecond response time are just some of the advantages of this new, thinner, AMOLED screen. Unlike standard LCDs, the bright 2.5" AMOLED screen reduces the glare from sunlight so you can see your images under any lighting condition. Dual Image Stabilization eliminates the blur caused by camera shake and delivers clear, crisp images every time, even under difficult lighting situations. Integrating the best lens shifting mechanisms of Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) with the sophisticated algorithms of Digital Image Stabilization (DIS) corrects even the tiniest of shakes. Whether you're indoors or out, snapping a landscape or friends around a table, the 24mm Ultra Wide Angle lens gives you a wider shooting range from a shorter distance and more flexibility for a greater variety of high-quality options. The 24mm Ultra Wide Angle is a perfect marriage of advanced versatility with the convenience of a stylish, compact camera. auto, 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200 (only 3M) ISO 20MB Internal Memory (additional memory recommended to store more photos and video) Media Card Slot - SDHC Card (up to 8GB), MMC plus (up to 2GB) USB Connector, Video Output, DC Input Approximate Unit Dimensions - 3.9(W) x 2.4
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| Customer Reviews: Read 18 more reviews...
 Weak camera - I sent it back for a refund December 17, 2008
0 out of 2 found this review helpful
I purchased this camera based on the specs mostly - 720p video, stereo audio, 10MP still images, optical image stabilization, and high ISO. Sadly the camera was pretty much a disappointment from the minute I started using it. First off the camera's design and slick body makes it difficult to handle. The pop-up flash is annoying and unnecessary. The user interface, while unique and potentially cool, has very annoying glitches in it's implementation. Overall still image quality was very weak. The auto white balance failed many times in normal indoor light, rendering yellow tinted images. Shooting in low light with the image stabilization rendered images with heavy noise reduction artifacts (the NR can't be turned off) which created strange "marbling" and lack of contrast. The so-called "720p HD video" looked very poor. The VGA video from my Canon SD 870 IS was far sharper and clearer. The stereo audio was passable, but nothing to write home about. I sent this camera back for a refund and ordered a Canon SD 880 IS.
 best wide angle for the price? December 7, 2008
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
I do a lot of hiking, biking and whatnot and miss too many shots because my stupid macho adrenaline-junkie partners generally refuse to indulge me while I futz with my digital SLRs.
Problem is, I sometimes need to turn those outdoorsy moments into cash. Since dinky cameras have gotten quite good image-wise, I felt it was time for pocket point&shoot whose images might be coaxed into commercial use. My desires, in order of importance:
1. Wide angle. A real wide angle, at least 28mm.
2. Reasonably crisp images -- a good starting point for Pshop, anyway.
3. Manual exposure setting.
4. Histogram.
5. Raw capability.
The Samsung NV24 does not have the last two features. The cameras that do -- Panasonic Lumix LX3, various Nikons or Canons -- are far more pricey. (I did test a different Lumix with imaging hardware similar to the LX3. Unimpressive pixels.) Knowing that the camera would also be a beater (throw camera in jacket, forget about camera, throw jacket into car) made this Samsung, with its 24mm lens and easy cost, worth an experiment.
I love this little thing. It feels great in hand. Unlike nearly every other P&S I've handled, the ND24 is a contradiction. It's light and tiny yet it has a businesslike heft. The body feels like it's milled from a solid aluminum billet. You can actually hold it still. In my pocket it does not feel ready to slip out unnoticed.
The image quality is about as good as these teensy chips tend to be. It's plenty good for the web.
Some reviewers here complain about software, connectivity, etc. I apologize in advance if feelings are hurt but . . . this pup is ready for Macs. I plug in the supplied cable. Punch one button on the camera. The camera card mounts and the battery starts recharging.
It is a RTFM camera, especially the "smart button" feature which is actually its two series of buttons. The interface is a clever X-Y axis setup. In some instances, like tweaking exposure compensation, you sweep your finger across all the buttons to scroll.
Kudos to Samsung for the packaging. Small box, no fripperies, mostly recyclable.
Finally, although most all modern digicam have ridiculous never-used "features" -- like the ability to shoot macro with all smiles in focus at night at the carnival (with and without fireworks) -- the Samsung NV24HD is refreshingly non-grotesque in this regard.
Samsung, add to this camera a histogram and a raw file dump and I can name a couple dozen pros who will pay twice as much for it.
 Great little camera/camcorder but BEWARE of Editing Software! November 14, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I have several digital camcorders I use for my kids youth sports games. Lately I started shooting 3 different camera angles for football (with a little help from my friends)...so the Samsung NV24HD is the latest addition to my bag, and it is a great one.
Allow me to keep my review simple and focused on this use since there are so many other comprehensive reviews already. The wide angle lens seems to be the coolest thing when shooting the games. Whether at field level action, halftime locker room talks or up high in the crow's nest for "game film" footage this little camera delivers!
Other than the audio going to mute during zooming, the only potential downside I see is the editing and burning the footage using software. I have a Sanyo Xacti 720p camcorder that also uses the MP4 AVC/H.264 format
and have not had many problems. It is my understanding that the implementation of this format can vary from manufacturer to manufacturer. Not sure what the deal is but my programs are NOT handling this camera's footage the same.
I always maintain several applications in this area as well including Sony Vegas, Adobe Premier Elements and Pinnacle. I have grown tired of the Sony Vegas user interface (too busy and complicated) so let me say a couple of things about Adobe and Pinnacle specific to the footage/files this camera produces:
1) Adobe Premier Elements: Versions 3 gives a message that it is an "Unsupported Format"...strange since this version has always worked with the MP4's off of my Sanyo Xacti. AE 4 handle the files fine. Adobe Premier Elements 7 HATES the format! It's like they were so focused on getting the AVCHD right (and they did by the way) they completely screwed up the capabilities to work with the MP4 AVC/H.264 format!
2) Pinnacle Studio Plus 12: Not a big fan of the user interface (look and feel) of Pinnacle Studio but it WORKS, and it works well for not only the MP4 AVC/H.264 format that this Samsung camera uses but all my others. A big bonus that it also handles my AVCHD .mts files very very well!
3) Corel VideoSudio Pro X2 will not even allow you to import the .mp4 files from this camera. It will however import the MP4 files from my Sanyo xacti. I see a seperate review that says the implementation or codec of this Samsung camera's .MP4 is flawed. Not sure, but Corel hates it!
Hope this helps some people either before of after the sale!
UPDATE: Magix Movie Edit Pro 14 handles the .mp4 files from this camera GREAT! Before you can import however, you have to go to the help menu and select "activate additional functions" and add MPEG-4, follow the easy steps and the codec or whatever will be added and you're ready. Magix Movie Edit Pro 14 is a SUPER program with one of the best user interfaces I have ever seen.
 I really wanted to like this camera November 6, 2008
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
I though this camera was the answer to all my needs. With this thing, I wouldn't have to carry the usual DSLR (20D) with 2 lenses, accessory flash, extra batteries, and a camcorder. Yes, HD video, good brand, good looks, and good value. What's more? I can zoom while recording, H264 compression, 30fps, stellar video quality and stereo sound, so I thought perfecto!
I read many reviews before purchasing and came to expect that this camera would not provide stellar IQ. Okay. Fine. I can live with average IQ, but the HD is what I really wanted, or so I thought.
I had this camera for 5 days and shot in a variety of setting like low light, sunny, cloudy, sunset, indoors, outdoors,etc. Noise control was actually acceptable but what I found very unacceptable was the smearing and smudging from this camera even at ISO 80 in daylight. Believe me, I tried everything like turning the in camera sharpening all the way down, using faster shutter speeds to prevent blur, and taking pictures in a variety of settings.
My In-Law's 2 year old Canon P&S is way sharper. I really wanted to convince myself to keep this camera but it would defeat the purpose of getting it in the first place. That means I would have to carry the Samsung for video and my 20D for pictures. I wanted one device that would take decent pictures along with HD video.
My final decision is to return this item and eat the restocking fee and shipping both ways. Maybe next time Samsung.
Didn't last too long October 16, 2008
1 out of 3 found this review helpful
Not every camera will have this problem, I'm sure, but my lens jammed in the "out" position about the 4th time I turned it on.
Batteries are charged, I pulled them out to let the camera reset, and I even tried with the AC adapter. It grinds the lens motor a bit and beeps what must be an error beeps when I turn it on, and then it shuts down.
So back to the vendor it goes.
Seemed like an OK camera for the few minutes I was able to use it. The zillions of soft buttons around the display seems like a way to avoid the expense/challenge of a touch screen.
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