Samsung Digimax S1050 Reviews
Specification for Samsung Digimax S1050
| Main Features | |
| Resolution | 10 |
| Optical Zoom | 5 |
| Battery Type | Alkaline or Rechargeable |
- Main characteristics
- Image Sensor Type: CCD
- Resolution: 10.3 Megapixel
- Optical Zoom: 5x
- Camera Type: Compact
- Lens
- Interchangeable Lens: Not Interchangeable Lenses
- Optical Zoom: 5x
- 35mm Zoom Lens: 38 - 190 mm
- Digital Zoom: 12x
- Focus Type: Autofocus&Manual Focus
- Focus Range: 31.5 in. to Infinity (w) / 3.94 - 31.5 in. (t)
- Macro Focus Range: 19.69 - 31.5 in. (w) / 0.39 - 3.94 in. (t)
- Focal Length: 7.8 - 39 mm
- Image Quality
- Camera Resolution: 10.3 Megapixel
- Image Resolutions: 640 x 480 3264 x 2448 2816 x 2112 2592 x 1944 2272 x 1704 2048 x 1536 1600 x 1200 1024 x 768 3072 x 2304 3648 x 2736
- Video
- Video Resolutions: 320 x 240 (QVGA) 640 x 480 (VGA) 800 x 600 160 x 128
- Video Speed: 20 fps
- Video Format: AVI MPEG-4
- Exposure Control
- Aperture Range: f2.8/f4.4 (w/t)
- Shutter Speed: 15 - 1/2000 sec
- White Balance: Auto Manual Daylight / Sunny (Preset) Cloudy (Preset) Fluorescent (Preset) Tungsten (Preset)
- Storage
- Memory Type: Built-in Multimedia Card SD Card
- Built-in Memory Size: 45 MB
- Compression Modes: SuperFine Normal
- Compression Type: JPEG EXIF 2.2 DPOF 1.1 DCF
- File Size (High Res.): 5.33 MB (24 images on 128MB card)
- File Size (Low Res.): 0.2 MB (about 640 images on 128MB card)
- Flash
- ISO Speeds: Auto 100 200 400 800 1600 80
- Flash Type: Built-In
- Flash Functions: Flash Off Auto Flash Fill-in Flash Red-eye Reduction Flash Slow Sync
- Viewfinder / Display
- Viewfinder: Without Viewfinder
- LCD Panel: With LCD Panel
- LCD Panel Size: 3 in.
- LCD Protected Position: Without LCD Protected Position
- Interfaces
- Interface Type: USB 2.0
- Video Interface: Video Out
- Power Supply
- Battery Type: 2 x AA Batteries
- Included Features
- Self Timer: 2 Sec. 10 Sec.
- Built-in Microphone: With Built-in Microphone
- System Requirements
- Operating System: Microsoft Windows 2000 Microsoft Windows 98 Microsoft Windows 98SE Microsoft Windows ME Microsoft Windows XP
- Other
- Height: 6.4 cm
- Width: 9.9 cm
- Depth: 2.5 cm
- Exterior Color: Black
Latest Reviews
“I bought this camea just 2 years ago, and I hardly...”
Written on: 08/02/2011 by Theo2013 (1 review written)
I bought this camea just 2 years ago, and I hardly used it. unfortunatly the flash stopped working just a week past the 2 year warranty. I would have to pay more to repair it than the original coast of the camera. Rubbish. Poor manual. (read more)
“i own s1050 samsung ... its workin great ... .it runs...”
Written on: 30/04/2010
i own s1050 samsung ... its workin great ... .it runs for about 12 hrs with 2700mA camelion battery ..its just awsome ;P (read more)
“On normal alkine bateries the camera is basically...”
Written on: 15/03/2010
On normal alkine bateries the camera is basically rubbish but with rechargeable Nihm bateries rates 2700 mah its wonderful. The autofocus is good and focuses quite quickly but there is a long time to wait between taking shots, this is a bit disappionting, lots of people have said they have had niose problems but i have not expeinced these at an ISO of under 400, The shutter speed of 1/2000 that this camera offers if very good and the large LCD screen is wonderful and you can really see the... (read more)
“Are using the wrong batteries. These cameras chew...”
Written on: 03/12/2008
Are using the wrong batteries. These cameras chew alkaline batteries as it is not what they were designed for. Buy Lithium Ion batteries and you should easily see 10 hours of constant use out of each pair. If you do then I well recommend the Samsung Digimax S1050 camera. (read more)
“My Samsung Digimax S1050 takes very good photographs...”
Written on: 08/10/2008
My Samsung Digimax S1050 takes very good photographs without having to input too much information. It is excellent value for money - BUT am still trying to work out how to use some of its functions as the accompanying booklet difficult to understand (too liitle information in too many languages). (read more)
“The Samsung Digimax S1050is a good all round camera...”
Written on: 21/08/2008 by desmond3623 (1 review written)
The Samsung Digimax S1050is a good all round camera but you must use NiMh or Hybrio atteries rated at 2000mh and more. (read more)
“I love this Digimax S1050. It is easy to use, takes...”
Written on: 10/07/2008
I love this Digimax S1050. It is easy to use, takes great photos, and it had a great price tag. (read more)
“In my opinion it is an easy to use all round camera...”
Written on: 09/07/2008 by andyl123
In my opinion it is an easy to use all round camera that most people would love to have, it takes quality pictures without having to have had months of training. I would recommend this product to anyone. (read more)
“Please take note that batteries for digital cameras...”
Written on: 02/07/2008 by hotrocks
Please take note that batteries for digital cameras should be of a higher load as they do take a bit of power and you should be looking at duracell ultra m3's or rechargeable batteries specifically for digital cameras. Then the performance is what you should expect and want. (read more)
“I am very disappointed with the Samsung Digimax S1050,...”
Written on: 29/06/2008
I am very disappointed with the Samsung Digimax S1050, basic functions/facilities of anti blurr and battery life let this camera down. The other functions are pointless if it doesn't take a sharp picture or if the camera switches off part way through your event!
I am going to get my money back.
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“Samsung S1050 Review - Picture quality is excellent....”
Written on: 15/06/2008 by Guest 4589 (2 reviews written)
Samsung S1050 Review - Picture quality is excellent. Easy to use. Large monitor which is very handy when you want to take a good look at the photo after you have taken it. Battery life is terrible. However, if you purchase rechargeable batteries then you should be ok, as you do not have to keep buying new ones saving you some money. Have to make sure camera is still when taking pictures as the slightest movement can make the picture blurry even with the anti blurr function on. So may not be... (read more)
“Very Good. The Automatic Image Detection option on the...”
Written on: 14/06/2008 by zameers (1 review written)
Very Good. The Automatic Image Detection option on the Samsung Digimax S1050 is so good which can be used when back light is more.
Its value for money.
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“The Samsung Digimax S1050 was the 1st digital camera I...”
Written on: 07/06/2008
The Samsung Digimax S1050 was the 1st digital camera I bought and I think its great ,great price £89.99 Argos. Although if I knew about the battery life i would have bought a rechargeable one. (read more)
“I will suggest to buy the Samsung Digimax S1050 camera...”
Written on: 29/05/2008
I will suggest to buy the Samsung Digimax S1050 camera only if you find a workaround for the battery problem. (read more)
“Just bought the Samsung Digimax S1050 and it looks fab...”
Written on: 19/05/2008
Just bought the Samsung Digimax S1050 and it looks fab takes brill pictures. I have though experienced the same as everyone else with the batteries only last about an hour. I have just bought some rechargeable batteries so i will see if they last any longer. (read more)
“The Samsung Digimax S1050 looks great and is very easy...”
Written on: 30/04/2008
The Samsung Digimax S1050 looks great and is very easy to use. The battery life annoys me as this is not something I was expecting but this is the first digital camera I have owned so this might be normal. I can't complain too much as it was reduced from £199.99 to £89.99 (Good old Argos where would I be without you). So yes, very good camera. (read more)
“I have used many digital cameras, from Sony, Fuji,...”
Written on: 20/04/2008
I have used many digital cameras, from Sony, Fuji, Panasonic & Kodak. This is by far the best, compact, high spec I have used so far............. (read more)
“I took my Samsung Digimax S1050 back to Argos and they...”
Written on: 15/04/2008 by KEVSPR
I took my Samsung Digimax S1050 back to Argos and they sent it back to Samsung brand new Duracell batteries lasted about half an hour ???? should have bought a camera with rechargeable battery. BIG LET DOWN ON MY FIRST EXPENSIVE CAMERA. (read more)
“I bought this camera recently and having found the...”
Written on: 01/04/2008 by Vikki G
I bought this camera recently and having found the instructions in the box to be pretty rubbish i checked out the samsung website and found where to download the full user guide for this camera.
I bought this camera for general picture taking with my family not for professional use and i have found it to be great once i learnt all the functions!! Also if you are thinking of buying it, Argos is currently selling in pink and silver for £89.99 - this is where i bought from as i havent found...
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“The battery life was 2 hours. This is not good. I...”
Written on: 21/02/2008
The battery life was 2 hours. This is not good. I bought a S1050. I was trying out all the functions and was kinda surprised that the brand new Duracell batteries ran out after 2 hours. If this is the case, gee. I am going to try another set of batteries, but the batteries I used were wrapped brand new. I was only taking practice shots. Not more than 20. (read more)
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“Very good camera at the price, i am glad i got one...”
Written on: 07/02/2008
Very good camera at the price, i am glad i got one when i did, (read more)
“The Samsung Digimax S1050 produces very clear pictures...”
Written on: 23/01/2008 by aly1234
The Samsung Digimax S1050 produces very clear pictures and easy to use. Paid £99.99 from Argos compared to last years price of £199.99 (read more)
“Fantastic camera, the Samsung Digimax S1050 is better...”
Written on: 15/01/2008
Fantastic camera, the Samsung Digimax S1050 is better than any SLR thats for sure! I got mine for 80, Amazon now wants over 200 for it! Fantastic I say! (read more)
“All I can say is get one! ”
Written on: 10/01/2008
All I can say is get one!
I Rate this camera at 85% out of 100.
I paid £200, you can now pick one up for £149 from Comet.
I hope I have helped you a lot.
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“I love this camera! You can set it for quick snaps,...”
Written on: 19/11/2007 by Baggybooks (1 review written)
I love this camera! You can set it for quick snaps, or fine tune it for sophisticated and professional photos.
Small enough to fit in your bag (not sure about a pocket!), but easy to handle.
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“I was originally looking at the Samsung NV10, but I...”
Written on: 06/04/2007 by Wendy B (12 reviews written)
I was originally looking at the Samsung NV10, but I was put off when the chap in Dixons told me the shop model had to go away to be repaired, as a customer had dropped it. Plus, I wasn't too impressed with a touch screen, so I did a little research and found that the Samsung S1050 digital camera was about to be launched in the UK. So I waited. And I am glad I did!
It has a large 3" screen; no viewfinder, but even in bright sunlight I was able to see my subject. The zoom is adequate for...
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Lanegan's Response to Wendy B's Review
Written on: 29/01/2008
I found this review helpful because...It was avery in depth and concise oversight of the camera, and helped make my decision as to whether or not to buy the camera.
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353111_Paulmch's Comment
Written on: 20/03/2008
I recently bought the above camera, read the guide and took a couple of shots and a video when the batteries ran out as well! What's that all about?
<br/>This is my first digital camera and wondered if this is the norm for these things or if it's a fault with the camera.
<br/>The batteries were brand new and came with the camera.