Samsung SCD303 Camcorder Review
The next generation of Samsung digital video has arrived with the SCD 303. This Samsung SCD303 MiniDV camcorder has all the right features that will please the avid camcorder fan, and is simple enough for the novice. Its sleek and ultra-compact design allows it to go anywhere you go without taking up much space. 20x optical and 800x digital zoom, is perfect for recording crystal clear, high quality video from great distances. Its 680,000 CCD captures stunning, true-to-life color without compromising the size of the camcorder, and the 2.5 inch color LCD lets you see exactly what you are shooting without peering into a small viewfinder. Features for this camera include Digital Image Stabilization to combat shakey situations and an expansion Memory stick slot. The EZ-Dial navigator lets you browse through your menu commands efficiently and the play back zoom allows you to close up on video that you just shot. The MPEG4 and JPEG formats allow for easy downloading into your PC. This is done quickly using either the IEEE1394 firewire port or the USB port. The Samsung SCD303 is a great companion to anyone interested in recording digital video with ease. Samsung SCD303: The MiniDV FormatMiniDV, the most common type of digital camcorder, records video using the standard DV-format. It's the preferred format for broadcast-quality video, and it is also highly regarded for its high audio and still image quality. This is all delivered on a cassette that's 1/12th the size of a standard VHS tape. Tapes come in lengths of 60 and 80 minutes at standard speed (SP), with use of lower speed mode (SP) increasing time to 90 and 120 minutes while reducing resolution. Samsung SCD303 Review: * Rechargeable Li-ion battery pack lasts for up to 2 hours * Sleek, compact MiniDV camcorder and digital still camera with 680,000 CCD * 20x optical zoom lens (digital zoom to 900x) and image stabilizer * 2.5-inch rotating LCD and color viewfinder * Low-light recording settings, Memory Stick slot, and MPEG-4 recording
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