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  • - Compact camera 10 MP CCD Black
  • - Image sensor size: 1/1.7"
  • - Image stabilizer
  • - Optical zoom: 3x Digital zoom: 3x
  • - TTL
  • - Video recording 640 x 480 pixels
  • - Built-in microphone
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Optically advanced, anatomically inspired
When designing the EX1, Samsung's engineers looked to the human eye for inspiration. And as far as compact cameras go, it‘s the closest thing to the anatomical wonder on the market. With an impressive F1.8 lens — one of the brightest available — the EX1 delivers a wider range of aperture steps and shallow depth-of-field, giving you the ability to blur out the background of your images while keeping the focus on your subjects. The high-end Schneider KREUZNACH lens offers a 24mm, ultra-wide focal length and 3x optical zoom so you’re capturing as much of the landscape and as many of your friends as possible.

High sensitivity. Low noise. Amazing photos.
Trying to capture high-quality, low-noise images wimth lots of pixels and excellent light? The EX1 was engineered to do that exactly. With sensors larger than those typically found in compact digital cameras, the EX1‘s 1 / 1.7” CCD offers unrivaled sensitivity (max ISO 3200 / full-resolution), making it possible to capture ultra-vivid, natural-looking, professional photos, regardless of lighting conditions.

Get creative from any angle with rotating AMOLED.
With the EX1's 3” swiveling AMOLED screen, composing and reviewing images is easier - and more fun - than ever. The display rotates so you can frame your images exactly the way you want as well as shoot from just about any angle, including those tricky overhead and low-to-the-ground shots, giving you the freedom to take more artistic, expressive photos. And, compared to the usual TFT-LCD typically found on digital cameras, the EX1's AMOLED provides a higher contrast ratio, deeper blacks and more vivid colours, even when viewed from an angle or in direct sunlight. So you can fully visualise your final shot.

Embrace both light and dark in one frame
Don't let your photos be dominated by the dark or the light. The EX1's Smart Range (High Dynamic Range) feature lets you vividly express both bright areas and dark areas of your subject in the same frame. So bright spots aren't oversaturated and dark spots aren't too dark. Together with Samsung's super-fast DRIMeIII imaging processor, the EX1 helps you capture high-quality images in a variety of settings and extreme lighting conditions.

Edit RAW files and express yourself.
The EX1 was engineered to help you express yourself. Its Samsung
converter program gives you the freedom to edit RAW files – files that contain uncompressed original data and are not yet processed – any way you want. Normally, images are processed and compressed into JPEG files using settings in the camera. But RAW file support gives you free reign. So whether its colour, exposure difference or resolution, you can manipulate your images
to your heart's content.

Conveniently change settings without missing a beat.
Great shots have to be caught in a split second. That's why the EX1 is equipped with a Front Wheel Key and Dual Dial. It lets you adjust your settings instantly so you don't miss the moment. Just rotate the dial to set the aperture and shutter speed or tune the white balance and colour temperature. It's this convenient spin on manual control that will help you capture some of your most professional-looking images.

Take control. Seize the moment
When it comes to capturing life's greatest moments on film, hit-or-miss just isn't good enough. That's why Samsung's Full Manual Control lets you
capture those moments you might otherwise miss out on in auto mode. Aperture Priority makes sure your main subject stands out from its surroundings, Sutter Priority captures fast movements, and Manual Mode grants you complete control of the exposure.

Smart Filter
Samsung's Smart Filter, lens effect, delivers an artistic edge to your still shots and videos. The Miniature filter gives your subjects a miniaturised look, the Vignetting filter delivers a strikingly strong compositional contrast, and our Fish-eye filter gives your video that cool distorted feel. So get creative and get Samsung.

Smart Auto 2.0 (Still & Movie)
Turn any moment into a perfect memory. And a professional-looking photo. Whether it's a few friends from last night's party or the moon reflecting off the lake, Smart Auto 2.0 (Still & Movie) instantly analyses key elements of your composition then automatically adjusts to capture the perfect shot with multitude of different photo modes and movie modes. And since life isn't a still life, the camera's object tracking feature captures those subjects that just don't, or won't, stand still.

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Samsung E EX1. Camera type: Compact camera, Megapixel: 10 MP, Image sensor size: 1/1.7", Sensor type: CCD, Maximum image resolution: 3648 x 2736 pixels. Optical zoom: 3x, Digital zoom: 3x, Focal length range: 5.2 - 15.6 mm. Maximum video resolution: 640 x 480 pixels. Display diagonal: 3". Internal memory: 1024 MB. Weight: 10.6 oz (300 g). Product color: Black

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Reviews
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2011-08-07 12:55:25
Uk has collected 87 expert reviews for Samsung E EX1 1/1.7" Compact camera 10 MP CCD 3648 x 2736 pixels Black and the average expert rating is 78 of 100. The average score reflects the expert community’s view on this product. Click below and use Uk to see all ratings, product awards and conclusions.
78%
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T3.com
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2011-08-07 12:54:30
Lets start with the good, for feature set, performance and price, we believe this Samsung’s most successfully realized digital camera to date – and that includes its forages into DSLRs and compact system cameras. A strong statement to make - but why...
Good Solid feel metal construction, Vivid AMOLED rear screen that swivels and tilts, Super bright f/1.8 lens, Wide 24mm equivalent setting ideal for landscapes and group portraits...
Bad No chance of shooting High Def video, Modest (3x) optical zoom range...
100%
digitalversus.com
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2011-08-07 12:54:30
We reckon the Samsung EX1 sets a new record, as it's the compact camera with the fastest lens we've ever seen in our test lab, thanks to its aperture of f/1.8 in wide angle and f/2.4 in telephoto. The Canon G11, for example, has an aperture of f/2.8-4...
Good Pleasant, sharp AMOLED swivelscreen, Ultrawideangle lens with record aperture, Picture quality in centre of image (and from f/3), Very well made and userfriendly design, Decent padded carrying strap provided...
Bad Complicated system for accessing manual focusing functions, Interface can't be customised, Only VGA video, Slow to start up, No automatic image rotation...
Bottom line As a first attempt at an expert compact, the Samsung EX1 is certainly a success. It's a nice camera to use, with decent performances to match. It does have a few small teething problems, most of which could probably be corrected by a simple firmware up...
80%
techadvisor.co.uk
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2011-08-07 12:54:30
The Samsung TL500's specifications list reads like an all-star team recruited from other advanced point-and-shoot cameras' features. Like the Canon PowerShot G12, the Samsung TL500 comes equipped with a flip-and-rotate screen to help with odd-angle s...
Bottom line The Samsung TL500 is an excellent camera, and its F1.8 maximum aperture and OLED screen are excellent in a camer of this type. But usability issues make it less than ideal for both novices and expert users. Tim Moynihan, pcworld.com...
70%
theregister.co.uk
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2011-08-07 12:54:36
While Samsung’s NX100 APS-C sensor camera is making life difficult for those deciding on compact EVIL shooter, the company’s considerably cheaper EX1 is beginning to look like a bargain these days. Shop around and you can pick it up for under £300. The...
Bottom line Built like you remember the most expensive rangefinder cameras of old, the EX1 is a heavy, armoured beauty in gun metal grey and is the most rugged camera I have picked up. What must have started out as an enthusiast’s retro styled project, must quick...
70%
trustedreviews.com
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2011-08-07 12:54:37
To say there is competition between Samsung and Panasonic is something of an understatement. They are the Chelsea and Arsenal of the consumer electronics world, arch rivals in almost every field in which they operate, and not least in the area of digital...
Good Very fast lens, Easy to use, Very good image quality...
Bad Limited resolution, Annoying shutter control, Disappointing noise control...
90%
digicambuyer.co.uk
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2011-08-07 12:54:45
We review the Samsung EX1 - with its fast, bright lens, this compact will turn heads Samsung have made huge progress in the compact camera market in a relatively short amount of time going from strength to strength. They have set their sights high atte...
Bottom line An impressive all round compact camera available at a reasonable price point. Aimed more at the intermediate to professional photographer wanting a compact alternative to an SLR to hand when shooting.Overall...
100%
alphr.com
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2011-08-07 12:54:50
Another of those fashionable SLD (single lens, direct view) cameras? Not quite. The EX1 still qualifies as a compact camera, lacking interchangeable lenses and sporting a small 1/1.7in CCD image sensor. Nonetheless its design and features borrow heavil...
Bottom line A fine, if chunky digital compact, but one in danger of falling between two stools...
67%
expertreviews.co.uk
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2011-08-07 12:54:50
While compact interchangeable lens cameras are becoming more and more common, they're still not small enough for some people. Canon's PowerShot G series has long been considered the enthusiasts' choice when it comes to compact cameras, but that changed...
Bottom line Samsung's EX1 is a very good camera that enthusiasts will love. It's got an excellent lens and the articulated screen is useful, but it doesn't quite do enough to beat the cheaper LX3...
80%
Cameras.co.uk
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2011-08-07 12:54:50
The Samsung EX1 is one of the most advanced compact digital cameras on the market. It is packed with features that will attract the hobby photographer. These include full manual controls and a 3x wide angle lens with a fast f/1.8 aperture lens. There...
87%
Photoradar.com
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2011-08-07 12:55:08
The , announced back in February were met with much approval from photographers. Boasting the kind of features more at home on hybrid cameras packaged into a reasonable price, the high-spec compact EX1 looked likely to impress.On board you’ll find a 1...
Bottom line Initial impressions of the Samsung EX1 are good. The image quality really delivers, and for those looking for good value will surely be lured in by Samsung’s offering. Bear in mind that aesthetically, this isn’t the most pleasing of the high-end compa...
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digitalartsonline.co.uk
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2011-08-07 12:55:16
The Samsung EX1 is a compact camera that caters to the needs of professionals and enthusiast photographers, yet it's not expensive. For £399, you get most of the manual features that can be found on a competent digital SLR camera, although the EX1's le...
Good F/1.8 lens; easy to use menu system; great screen; great depth of field...
Bad Noisy images; some softness in bright areas; some lens distortion at wide angles, shutter speed not fast enough...
70%
techadvisor.co.uk
Updated:
2011-08-07 12:55:21
Product Code: 5155764 The Samsung EX1 is a compact camera that caters to the needs of professionals and enthusiast photographers, yet it's not expensive. For £399, you get most of the manual features that can be found on a competent digital SLR camer...
Bottom line The Samsung EX1 has a fast f/1.8 lens and manual controls that make it a good choice for an enthusiast or professional photographer who wants a fully manual but small camera for casual shoots. It supplied great depth of field during our tests, and it...
80%
amateurphotographer.co.uk
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2011-08-07 12:55:25
Samsung EX1 at a glance: Maximum aperture range of f/1.8-2.4 3x 24-72mm Schneider Kreuznach zoom 10-million-pixel, 1/1.7in, backlit image sensor Raw and JPEG capture Hotshoe Flip-out 3in AMOLED screen Scores: Features - 8/10 Build and Handling - 8/10...
Bottom line If Samsung’s aim in producing this less-than-mass-market model is to boost the value of its brand within the ‘serious’ photographic sector, I’d say the company has taken a massive step in the direction of success. The camera is really very good, and th...
83%
EISA.eu
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2011-08-17 22:51:26
The Samsung EX1 is a very solidly built and high-quality compact camera for demanding hobby photographers. The high-quality, super-fast, 24-70mm F1.8-2.4 wide angle zoom lens allows photography in low-light conditions without the photographer having to...
0%
canadianreviewer.com
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2011-11-05 22:03:59
The digital era of photography has done a fine job of re-creating the SLR (Single Lens Reflex) camera, but what about the equally awesome, yet inexpensive rangefinder? Samsung's EX1 looks like very good place to start. Check our review after the break...
80%
dpexpert.com.au
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2011-11-05 22:04:01
This 10 megapixel camera with a fast F1.8–2.4 image stabilised 24mm–72mm zoom lens is Samsung's entry into the upper levels of compact cameras. This segment of the market is dominated by Panasonic with the LX3 – about to be superseded by the LX5 – and...
Good The image quality is about as good as it gets in a compact. JPEG's from the camera are good but the RAW images are outstanding. It is worth taking the trouble to capture in RAW and process with the excellent Silkypix converter. Image noise is noticeabl...
Bad The movie mode is VGA -- a bit crude in this day and age.
Bottom line The EX1 is a cheaper alternative to the top Panasonic and Canon compacts and does not appear to yield anything in usability or picture quality. At the price there is no reason to consider any other compact unless you want pixel and zoom range bragging...
0%
photoreview.com.au
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2011-11-05 22:04:03
The 10-megapixel EX1 is the new flagship of the company's compact digital camera range. It features a new high-performance 1/1.7-inch (7.6 x 5.7 mm) CCD sensor plus a fast Schneider Kreuznach Varioplan lens with 3x optical zoom (24-72mm equivalent). It...
85%
hereshow.ca
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2011-11-05 22:04:04
This high-end digicam has a superior wide-angle lens and many features for novices and experienced shooters...
Good Â, Small/slim but with a tilting ultrahighres 3" AMOLED screen, Fullfeatured with many analog controls, Superior lens with very wide apertures for low light shooting...
Bad No electronic viewfinder, Digital noise is problematic at very high ISO in low lightÂ, Continuous burst speed is not very fast...
Bottom line The Samsung EX1 employs a relatively large sensor (9.5x7.6mm versus 7.7x6.16mm) when compared to many others in the more affordable categories. Samsung also resisted the temptation to cram 14 million pixels onto the CCD chip. Consequently, each light-s...
0%
goodgearguide.com.au
Updated:
2011-11-05 22:04:05
Samsung's EX1 is a compact digital camera that caters to the needs of professionals and enthusiast photographers, yet it's not expensive. For $599, you get most of the manual features that can be found on a competent digital SLR camera, although the...
Good F/1.8 lens, easy to use menu system, great screen, great depth of field...
Bad Noisy images, some softness in bright areas, some lens distortion at wide angles, shutter speed not fast enough...
Bottom line The Samsung EX1 has a fast f/1.8 lens and manual controls that make it a good choice for an enthusiast or professional photographer who wants a fully manual but small camera for casual shoots. It supplied great depth of field during our tests, and it can...
75%
smarthouse.com.au
Updated:
2011-11-05 22:04:06
Busy Sydney intersection - ISO 400, No flash, Miniature mode turned onThe first thing that a user will notice upon holding the EX1 is its solid build. It may be a bit heavy (356g without batteries), but Samsung really made sure that the camera is ready...
Good Build; Dual dials; Easy to control Great image quality; Can shoot at low ISOs even at night; AMOLED screen can be swivelled...
Bad Slow startup time; VGA video quality (as it focuses more on image quality); Limited Zoom...
80%
techradar.com
Updated:
2011-12-25 01:04:08
Whereas it used to be the number of pixels by which digital cameras were judged, the emphasis has shifted to how well cameras cope in low light conditions. The Samsung EX1 - known as the TL500 in the US - costs around £300 or US $430 and includes a br...
Good 3-inch rotating AMOLED screen, Manual exposure control, Raw image recording, Bright f/1.8 lens, Good build quality...
Bad Red channel noise in shadow areas above ISO 800, Slow continuous shooting speed, Fiddly rear control dial...
Bottom line Whereas it used to be the number of pixels by which digital cameras were judged, the emphasis has shifted to how well cameras cope in low light conditions. The Samsung EX1 - known as the TL500 in the US - costs around £300 or US $430 and includes a br...
60%
techradar.com
Updated:
2013-04-12 06:22:18
Whereas it used to be the number of pixels by which digital cameras were judged, the emphasis has shifted to how well cameras cope in low light conditions. The Samsung EX1 - known as the TL500 in the US - costs around £300 or US $430 and includes a bright...
Good 3, inch rotating AMOLED screen, Manual exposure control, Raw image recording, Bright f/1.8 lens, Good build quality...
Bad Red channel noise in shadow areas above ISO 800, Slow continuous shooting speed, Fiddly rear control dial...
Bottom line If you're after a well-built camera with decent enough low light performance, with manual control, raw image recording, an excellent rotating screen and a wide angle zoom lens, then at £260, the Samsung EX1 may represent an excellent value choice. With i...
60%
techsmart.co.za
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2014-03-22 02:21:13
Samsung doesn’t mind getting into a good scrap, and this is definitely the case with their new top of the line compact – the 10 megapixel EX1. It is taking on some big dogs in the form of the Canon G12 and Nikon’s P7000, both really excellent compacts...
Bottom line The Samsung EX1’s f1.8 lens kicks other cameras’ back-ends and is especially welcome for portrait photography, while it is also sufficiently wide at a very decent 24 mm. With good low-light abilities, strong build quality and a gorgeous 3” AMOLED disp...
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techradar.com/au/
Updated:
2014-04-11 01:12:06
Whereas it used to be the number of pixels by which digital cameras were judged, the emphasis has shifted to how well cameras cope in low light conditions. The Samsung EX1 - known as the TL500 in the US - costs around £300 or US $430 and includes a bright...
Good 3inch rotating AMOLED screen, Manual exposure control, Raw image recording, Bright f/1.8 lens, Good build quality...
Bad Red channel noise in shadow areas above ISO 800, Slow continuous shooting speed, Fiddly rear control dial...
Bottom line Its comparatively low price and large range of features make the Samsung EX1 an interesting prospect for anyone looking for a low-light capable compact camera with manual controls. And used with care, it can deliver excellent results, especially when it c...
60%
techreviewsource.com
Updated:
2011-08-07 12:54:26
The Samsung TL500 is a 10-megapixel digital camera that has a 3-inch flip-out LCD display and a really solid design. Some of the features include RAW shooting and optical & digital image stabilization, but the camera's image quality is only averag...
Good Solid design, Highquality flipout LCD, RAW image shooting...
Bad No HD video recording, Mediocre JPEG quality, Slow shooting speeds...
60%
digitalcamerareview.com
Updated:
2011-08-07 12:54:31
With great image quality and low light performance, the Samsung TL500 is positioned as a serious threat to G12 and LX5 class frontrunners. Samsung's TL500 (EX-1 in Europe) is not your typical compact digital camera. The TL500 can function nicely as...
Bottom line With great image quality and low light performance, the Samsung TL500 is positioned as a serious threat to G12 and LX5 class frontrunners.
80%
macworld.com
Updated:
2011-08-07 12:54:33
The Samsung TL500's spec list reads like an all-star team recruited from other advanced point-and-shoot cameras' more enticing qualities. Like the Canon PowerShot G12, it comes equipped with a flip-and-rotate screen to help with odd-angle shots. Like t...
Good Excellent dual-image stabilization, In-camera retouching for RAW images, Solid image quality, Beautiful tilt-and-swivel OLED screen, Ultra-wide-angle lens with F1.8 maximum aperture...
Bad Menu and controls can be unintuitive, Poor video resolution and quality, Battery must be charged in the camera, Macro mode isn't as effective as competing cameras...
Bottom line The Samsung TL500 is an excellent camera, but it lags significantly behind rival models in video quality, macro mode, manual focus controls, and in-camera menus. Its F1.8 maximum aperture and OLED screen are unmatched by any other camera in this roundu...
70%
pcworld.com_techhive.com
Updated:
2011-08-07 12:54:35
The Samsung TL500's spec list reads like an all-star team recruited from other advanced point-and-shoot cameras' more enticing qualities. Like the Canon PowerShot G12, it comes equipped with a flip-and-rotate screen to help with odd-angle shots. Like t...
Good Excellent dualimage stabilization, Incamera retouching for RAW images, Solid image quality, Beautiful tiltandswivel OLED screen, Ultrawideangle lens with F1.8 maximum aperture...
Bad Menu and controls can be unintuitive, Poor video resolution and quality, Battery must be charged in the camera, Macro mode isn't as effective as competing cameras...
Bottom line The Samsung TL500 has some drool-worthy specs and shoots great photos, but it stumbles on usability and video quality...
70%
best4reviews.com
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2011-08-07 12:54:37
Is Samsung's high performance EX1 its best non interchangeable lens camera ever? Read our Best4Reviews.com test to find out... The 10-megapixel EX1 high-end digital compact from Samsung is built like a tank – not as regards size and shape, because it’l...
Good Vivid AMOLED back screen that also tilts and swivels, bright f/1.8 lens, tank-like strength via solid-feel metal construction, Raw capture, ISO3200 at full (10MP) resolution...
Bad Pricey compared to most digital compacts, modest (3x) optical zoom range, standard definition video capture only Product Shots The EX1 is a robustly built, shoot-from-the-hip enthusiasts’ compact that makes the most of Samsung’s electronics heritage, to include bright and vivid AMOLED rear screen. Sample Shots The camera chose an ISO80 setting for this ‘last light of the day’ image, enabling...
Bottom line Though we’re writing this before taking a look at its new NX100 model, the EX1 has got to be the most impressive digital camera Samsung has produced to date, whether true compact or DSLR-styled mirror-less hybrid model. OK, so it’s not set itself as...
83%
pcmag.com
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2011-08-07 12:54:39
In the past few years, manufacturers have begun offering a wider selection of compact digital cameras with bright lenses, good for capturing photos in low-light environments without the need for a flash. The 10-megapixel Samsung TL500 ($449 list) leads...
Good Sharp images. Great low light performance. Articulating high-resolution OLED display. Micro-HDMI port.
Bad Bulky. Expensive. No high-definition video capture. Noticeable shutter lag. Proprietary USB port.
Bottom line Samsung's TL500 delivers beautiful images even in poor lighting, but for a pocket camera it has a big body and a big price tag—and it doesn't do HD video. Buy it now...
60%
futurelooks.com
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2011-08-07 12:54:42
I’m sure I’m not the only photography enthusiast that has run into this problem. It’s nice to always carry a camera around with you but when it is a behemoth like my Canon 1D, slipping it in a pocket isn’t an option and carrying a camera bag around i...
Bottom line The EX1 is a good camera with some minor flaws. There are a few interface issues but nothing particularly annoying. The dual stabilization mode is a nice idea but mostly unnecessary. However, the problem is the price puts it to close to the range of c...
70%
enticingthelight.com
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2011-08-07 12:54:43
The compact camera segment is one that has left me without hope of a decent camera for a long time. Since 2003 I’ve had in my arsenal the gamut of digital compacts ranging from fast super zooms to the highly portable to the control freak Canon G s...
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steves-digicams.com
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2011-08-07 12:54:44
Samsung's latest TL-series powerhouse, the TL500 (aka the EX1 in Europe) is an advanced camera aimed towards photo enthusiasts that demand high-end features and control in their digital cameras. Offering a very professional fit and feel, the TL500 is p...
Bottom line Samsung has created quite the competitor to Canon and Panasonic's "compact prosumer" type models, such as the PowerShot S95 and Lumix DMC-LX5. The Samsung TL500 (aka the EX1 in Europe) is a compact yet powerful digital camera that is packed with high-e...
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Overclockersonline.net
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2011-08-07 12:54:44
We have been avid reviewers of Samsung for a few years now, and with a high reputation in the field of consumer electronics, we are pleased to give you yet another review. Being the largest technology manufacturer in the world, Samsung has made a huge impact on electronic innovation. Samsung has been in the digital camera market since 2002, and has since then been a major competitor in the in...
Bottom line The Samsung EX1 has definitely made quite the entrance into the prosumer camera market. With an extremely bright lens, solid build quality, and image quality to boot, the EX1 is definitely a good choice for a professional looking for a compact, and ea...
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thinkcomputers.org
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2011-08-07 12:54:46
When people think of manufacturers who make compact digital cameras, few will probably think of Samsung. Though recently, it seems Samsung has been building more photographic equipment, and been doing a great job of it too. The latest compact digit...
Good Ability for a large aperture of f1.8 – Great for indoor situations, Bright, colourful screen, Easy to navigate menu system, Ability to choose some manual settings, Great exterior design, feels sturdy and not cheap, Ability to add on conversion lenses (wid...
Bad Propriety USB cable/charger, Manual settings don't allow for extreme fine-tuning of photography (limited values), Need to use a Lens Cap, but it can be attached to minimize loss of it...
Bottom line The Samsung EX1 is definitely a great little digital camera. Its design and construction helps ensure that it will last a long time. Not only does it feel well built, it also produces some pretty good results in various situations. The EX1 isn’t of cou...
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photographybay.com
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2011-08-07 12:54:48
The Samsung TL500 is a stylish, yet serious, compact camera that offers a lot of potential for the discerning photographer looking for a lot of power in a pocket size. The TL500 (EX1 outside the US) goes head to head with the likes of the Canon G11/G1...
Bottom line The Samsung TL500 deserves a spot on the shortlist of solid, compact cameras. If you are looking into advanced-compact cameras, the TL500 should be on the radar alongside the Panasonic LX5 and the upcoming Canon G12.As noted earlier, if video performa...
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photoxels.com
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2011-08-07 12:54:50
Review Date: July 30, 2010 This Samsung TL500 / EX1 Review is based on a production model. All sample images are unretouched, except where specified. The Samsung TL500 / EX1 is a worthy competitor to existing compact system cameras. It is built wel...
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whatdigitalcamera.com
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2011-08-07 12:54:52
Samsung have transformed their camera image from cheap compacts to serious imaging tools, and the EX1 is their most creative compact model to date. With full manual control and some serious optics this takes on the likes of the Panasonic LX3, the Sony...
Good The f/1.8 lens, rear screen, handling...
Bad Lack of HD movie, functions greyed out in some modes...
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buy-n-shoot.com
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2011-08-07 12:55:11
Both photography enthusiasts and DSLR users searching for a decent compact unit to add to their current kit read on because Samsung’s EX1 may very well be the camera you are looking for. This neat but gutsy little unit is equipped with some 10-megapi...
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dpreview.com
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2011-08-07 12:55:12
As DSLRs have become less expensive, the number of people keen to buy high-end, manually controllable compact cameras has fallen away - so long as camera size isn't an issue, the benefits of a larger sensor are hard to resist. However, because size i...
Good Good image quality, particularly at lower ISO settings, Extremely bright F1.8-2.4 lens, Useful 24mm equiv. wide angle, High ISO performance good up to ISO 800 (and higher if processed from RAW), Accessible, quick-to-use manual controls, Superb bright, high-contrast, articulated OLED screen, Generally well optimized JPEGs with good color response, RAW capability with fully featured RAW conversio...
Bad Highlight clipping and channel clipping in bright, high-contrast conditions, Unpredictable metering requires regular use of exposure compensation, No control over noise reduction (which is excessive at high ISO settings), Video limited to VGA resolution, Rear dial difficult to move with precision (and has to be used for manually changing aperture), Flash underpowered, flash performance overall...
Bottom line If the market for enthusiast cameras was reduced by the falling prices of DSLRs, it now faces being squeezed further by the mirrorless cameras that offer DSLR-level image quality with less of a size penalty. In the light of these developments, it's gr...
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techworld.com
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2011-08-07 12:55:16
For £399, you get most of the manual features that can be found on a competent digital SLR camera, although the EX1's lens is fixed and it doesn't have a built-in optical viewfinder. It's a 10-megapixel camera with a 24-72mm, 3x zoom lens. It's very s...
Bottom line The Samsung EX1 has a fast f/1.8 lens and manual controls that make it a good choice for an enthusiast or professional photographer who wants a fully manual but small camera for casual shoots. It supplied great depth of field during our tests, and it...
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photographyblog.com
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2011-08-07 12:55:18
The Samsung EX1 (also known as the Samsung TL500) is a new pocket camera for serious photographers, sporting a bright f/1.8, 3x zoom lens, sensible 10 megapixel CCD sensor and a swivelling 3 inch AMOLED screen. RAW shooting, ISO 80-3200, image stabili...
Bottom line Samsung have certainly come a long way in a short time in the digital camera market. We can still remember the cheap multi-coloured look-alikes that the Korean giant used to churn out by their thousands, but recent cameras like the NX10 and now the n...
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engadget.com
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2011-08-07 12:55:19
Another player has entered the high-end compact camera fold, and this time it looks like Samsung is in it to win it. The TL500 (aka EX1) is a 10 megapixel shooter with a larger than usual 1/1.7-inch CCD backing up a 24 - 72mm 3x zoom lens that will take y...
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luminous-landscape.com
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2011-08-07 12:55:23
Every now and then a camera comes along that simply feels right from the moment that you pick it up. It's a curious combination of design attributes, build materials and ergonomics that makes this so. The Samsung EX1 (TL500 in some markets) is one su...
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digitalcamerainfo.com
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2011-08-07 12:55:24
The TL500 is a high-end point & shoot camera that thinks like an SLR. Although the lens of this 10-megapixel camera is not removable, it has a lot of SLR-esque features, including multiple control dials, a full manual mode and...
Bottom line The TL500 is a very promising camera that looks like it will be a good pick for those who want a camera they can control, but who don't want to lug around an SLR. It has a great set of controls and features, including a full manual mode that is actu...
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bythom.com
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2011-08-17 22:51:26
The Samsung TL500 is a largish compact camera with some very desirable features. The 10mp 1/1.7" CCD sensor, 24-72mm (equivalent) f/1.8-2.4 Schneider-Kreuznach lens (with a real lens cap), coupled some higher end controls and a very nice 3" 614k dot OL...
Bottom line There's a lot to like in the TL500, though mainly for raw shooters, as the JPEGs are over managed. The controls are recognizable and straightforward. The display is gloriously bright and easy to see, plus the swivel is exceedingly useful (plus it prote...
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