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Samsung unveils world's first dual LCD cameras

ST550 and ST500 compacts double the imaging fun

August 13th 2009 | Tell us what you think [ 15 comments ]

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samsung's dual-LCD shooter

Samsung, ever the innovator, has announced a new compact camera range that has two (yes two!) LCD screens.

The ST550 and ST500 compact cameras have a 'hidden' second 1.5-inch LCD on the front of the camera, so your group of mates can yell 'left a bit, right a bit' at you when you try and take a picture.

It will also be good for all those couples who for some reason are slightly uncomfortable asking strangers to take photos of them while embracing passionately.

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The other LCD is a 3.5-inch wide touchscreen, which reportedly packs crystal-clear resolution.

The cameras both have a 12.2 megapixel sensor and a 27mm wide-angle Schneider Kreuznach lens with 4.6x optical zoom.

Another interesting feature the cameras have is something called Smart Gesture User Interface. This means that you can tap the camera or make a hand gesture to get it to perform certain tasks. Anything that makes us feel a bit like Obi Wan Kenobi when using a gadget is fine by us.

Video recording

As you would expect, the ST550 and ST500 also features face recognition, image stabilisation and 720p video recording.

The ST500 is available in silver, red and blue colours and the ST550 is available in black, gold, orange and purple colours.

Both cameras will be released at the end of August, with prices as follows: ST550 (£299) and ST500 (£249). For more information, click on www.samsungcamera.co.uk.

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mikilovesu


March 7th 2010

15. ST550 is so much better than you thought.

You will be very surprised.

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mikilovesu


March 1st 2010

14. ST550 is better than you think and more than you think. You should see it!

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mikilovesu


February 22nd 2010

13. I got the Best camera ever! ST550!

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mikilovesu


February 15th 2010

12. ST550 is so pretty

and also the functions are wonderful as well!

Such a perfect camera!

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mikilovesu


February 8th 2010

11. I bought ST550 yesterday and now I cant stop taking self shots of me.

It is magical! So thankful to Samsung;)

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mikilovesu


January 30th 2010

10. I recommended to my friend to buy ST550 cuz ive been using it for a month and it is really nice! And my friend is actually satisfied with it as well.

ST550 makes everyone happy:) trust me!

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mikilovesu


January 22nd 2010

9. I have seen ST550 in CES 2010. Everyone was interested in the ST550,me as well. ST550 is so so so nice. i really want to get it soon!

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mikilovesu


January 15th 2010

8. most of my friends want to get ST550 cuz of its dual LCD!.

It's very helpful and it gives girls the confidence of their self shot:)

It's great!

i love it!

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mikilovesu


January 15th 2010

7. most of my friends want to get ST550 cuz of its dual LCD!.

It's very helpful and it gives girls the confidence of their self shot:)

It's great!

i love it!

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mikilovesu


January 9th 2010

6. So cold nowadayssss:) right? How was your christmas and new year?

oh.. you couldnt take good pictures?.. That'ts so sad!

BUT! Don't worry! ST550 will help you much!

It's not late! enjoy it:D

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mikilovesu


December 31st 2009

5. ST550.. How do i explain it with a word? ST550 is a mirror as you know, ST550 is a magic mirror as you imagine. 2010 is coming:) Do not hesitate. It is your choice and privilege to choose ST550:D Happy New Year!

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mikilovesu


December 31st 2009

4. ST550.. How do i explain it with a word? ST550 is a mirror as you know, ST550 is a magic mirror as you imagine. 2010 is coming:) Do not hesitate. It is your choice and privilege to choose ST550:D Happy New Year!

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mikilovesu


December 27th 2009

3. ST550 is the greatest invention among all the cameras. And their price is very reasonable. I dont think it is that much expensive, and when you get one with that money, you will realise that it is very worthy.

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mikilovesu


December 22nd 2009

2. No one could ever think about DUAL LCD camera! yeah it was possible with the cell phone but the pixels....was a bit bad... i guess,, So many ppl including me wanted something like cellphone but better than cell phone's camera. And finally Samsung did it yay! ST550 is so popular now and all of my friends want to try mine haha:) i became so popular too :p I hope it becomes more more popular:D

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mikilovesu


December 5th 2009

1. ST550 is awesome! even i bought a ST1000, i still wanna buy ST550:D most of girls will love the dual LCD for their self shot!:)

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