Samsung's hybrid NX Series camera: point-and-shoot with DSLR-like image sensor
While we still prefer the
Micro Four Thirds approach
(we love lens selection, so sue us), Samsung's conceptual NX Series is still looking pretty boss for those needing a true (or close to true) point-and-shoot frame. Announced here at
PMA, this new 'hybrid' camera maintains the slim stature of a standard pocket cam, yet includes an APS-C sized image sensor that is traditionally found on DSLRs. In layman's terms, that means this camera will boast a larger surface area 'to gather light and produce higher-quality images than comparable digital camera systems.' In order to keep things thin, the electronic viewfinder (EVF) replaces the DSLR mirror box, but details beyond that are scant. The good news, however, is that Sammy plans to commercialize the NX line and have 'em shipping by the second half of this year. Is the P&S-DSLR gap finally being bridged? Guess we'll find out (not so) soon enough; per usual, the full release is just after the break.
Update: It looks like the NX-series does have interchangeable lenses -- a
press shot we just received shows what look to be a couple different zooms.
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(Via Engadget.)
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