Description: 12 megapixels CCD
sensor10x
optical zoom (24-240mm, 35mm equiv.)
Dual Image Stabilisation
720p HD Movie Recording
3.0-inch (230k pixels) TFT
LCD Samsung WB550 comes loaded with high performance specs as well as a comprehensive set of features. From the 12 megapixels CCD
sensor to the 24mm ultra-wide angle, 10x
optical zoom, Schneider
lens. The WB550s 24mm-240mm focal length (35mm
film equivalent) is essential for those consumers who are unaware of what their next shooting scenario may be. For added stability and blur-free images, especially when using the WB550 at its maximum zoom,
Samsung has incorporated both Optical and Digital Image Stabilisation. The WB550 is also capable of HD movie recording at 720p (30fps).
The WB550 features a highly intuitive suite of automatic controls to help improve ones ability to take great
digital images. Designed to help capture better portraits and group shots, the WB550s Face Detection
technology detects up to ten faces and automatically adjusts focus and exposure to ensure better composition and image
quality. Another feature, the Smile Shot, automatically triggers the WB550 to take a
photo only when the
camera detects smiles on the faces of subjects. Finally, theres Blink Detection which will automatically
fire three consecutive shots if the
camera detects that a subjects eyes are closed to give you great portraits every time. A
unique functionality of the WB550 is Beauty Shot, which will automatically brighten and even out skin tones as well as remove blemishes. The
Samsung WB550 is also highlighted by Samsungs new Smart
Auto feature, which will automatically select one of 11 scene modes for the most appropriate settings. Composing and reviewing shots is very comfortable thanks to the large 3.0-inch (230k pixels) TFT
LCD of the WB550.