Samsung Galaxy NX Camera: ufficiale la prima mirrorless con Android 4.2.2

Se doveste vederla così, stretta in mano per il suo obiettivo, la scambiereste per una macchina fotografica "ordinaria", e invece sul retro avrete tutta la versatilità di Android 4.2.2 a vostra disposizione, con a disposizione la potenza di una moderna fotocamera mirrorless.

La Galaxy NX è infatti dotata di un sensore da 20,3 megapixel APS-C CMOS da 24 mm, con supporto fino a 25.600 ISO, scatti a 1/6000 sec, 8,6 fps in modalità burst, e processore d'immagine DRIMe IV, ma la cosa forse più importante è il supporto alla numerosa famiglia di lenti intercambiabili Samsung.

Lato Android abbiamo invece l'ultima versione di Jelly Bean, montata su un display LCD da 4,8 pollici HD con processore quad-core a 1,6 GHz Pega-Q, e con sopra una TouchWiz cucita su misura a questa fotocamera, che ci permette di passare agilmente dalla modalità di cattura delle immagini, alla classica interfaccia di Android completa di tutto, Play Store e Angry Birds inclusi (ma forse preferirete Snapseed).

E tanto per rendere più semplice la nostra esperienza social/fotografica, è presente anche la radio LTE, oltre a quella per il Wi-Fi, così non avrete più scuse per non condividere ogni singolo scatto.

Assisteremo quindi nel prossimo futuro ad un boost della qualità fotografica su social network e simili? Le 1.000 foto di pizze o stinchi di maiale che affollano i vari stream saranno finalmente a fuoco? È presto per dirlo, ma indubbiamente il dispositivo in questione è affascinante, sebbene disponibilità e prezzo siano ancora ignoti.

Introducing GALAXY NX, The First Interchangeable-Lens Camera with 3G/4G LTE & Wi-Fi Connectivity

June 20, 2013

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.

For multimedia content and more detailed information, please visit www.samsung.com/galaxycamera.

Note to Editors: 

Samsung GALAXY NX Product Specifications:

 

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^＊ Blurb, the global creative publishing platform, partners with Samsung to power worldwide book and magazine print production and fulfillment within the GALAXY NX’s new Story Album application. Users of Story Album will now be able to automatically create professional quality print photo books and magazines quickly and seamlessly from their camera phone images.