Korean manufacturer Samsung is carefully approaching the formation of its line in the photographic segment. This niche is not a priority for the company, so the developers follow the proven paths, mastering the most predictable concepts. These include the class of small digital cameras, which are characterized by a relatively modest filling and a minimalistic design without unnecessary elements. Among the representatives of this group in the manufacturer's family, the Samsung ST60 model stands out, demonstrating the classic features of a compact digital state employee.
Camera overview
The device has incorporated many progressive qualities and functions for its class, including the ability to shoot video, a zoom lens, a 12.2 MP matrix, etc. At the same time, budget and limited resources of the component base did not allow offer creators a quality that goes well beyond most entry-level compact digital cameras. Again, the wide functionality overshadows the rather average quality of the resulting photo and video materials. However, if we recall the price tag, which is only 3.5-4 thousand rubles, then claims to some characteristics of the shooting disappear by themselves. In general, the model turned out to be practical and convenient. But these are not the only advantages of the Samsung ST60. The PowerPlant charger quickly replenishes the BP70A's energy reserves, while also allowing you to monitor the intensity of the process using a special indicator. The LCD display, which supports the function of automatic correction of parameters taking into account external factors, is also pleasantly surprised. These features alone knock out the device among representatives of budget models.
Specifications
Before reviewing the specs, it's important to emphasize that this camera was at its peak back in 2010, and it's clear that by today's standards, its specs look pretty average, if not modest. On the other hand, a Samsung camera is one of those digital devices where every performance declared by the manufacturer corresponds to the actual result. And now it’s worth taking a closer look at the parameters of the Korean camera:
- Matrix type - CCD.
- Number of active pixels - 12.2 million
- Focal length - from 2.7 to 1.1 cm.
- Optical zoom - 4x.
- Crop factor of the model – 5, 7.
- Resolution in maximum format - 4000x3000.
- Matrix sensitivity - from 80 to 3200 ISO with support for auto adjustment.
- Flash range up to 3.8 m.
- Minimum photography distance is 5 cm.
- Video recording format is MPEG4.
Settingscameras
The user gets a few controls on the case, but the main focus is still on the digital interface. The developers used the classic structure in the menu, which has access to the choice of shooting modes, LCD screen settings, etc. Provided in the Samsung ST60 and the possibility of automatic correction. Intelligent selection of filters, for example, is not present in all state employees of this class. By specifying the settings through the automatic mode, you can count on the optimal characteristics of photo and video shooting. However, an individual approach can be fully revealed only if the most advantageous parameters are manually selected from the point of view of the task.
Samsung ST60 Features
In terms of direct shooting abilities, we can distinguish a well-implemented filter system, the presence of a viewfinder and focusing. It cannot be said that these options are comparable to the analogues provided by more expensive models, but for its segment this is quite a decent level. As for the filters, the developers have provided the modes of "vignetting", "miniature" and "fisheye". Moreover, their selection and correction can be carried out in an intellectual way. The viewfinder, which is provided with the Samsung ST60 digital camera, allows you to soften the so-called damping and more clearly fix the target object at the time of shooting. This function is now widespread in models of any level, but much depends on the quality of itsperformance. At Samsung, this option shows itself with the maximum benefit for the characteristics of the resulting materials. But the same cannot be said about the work of the focus, which can fail at a crucial moment - here the coordinated work of automation is lacking.
Video shooting
The quality of video recording in budget-class devices in most cases leaves much to be desired. But there are also models in which this mode, on the contrary, positively covers unsuccessful photography. The ST60 is nominally capable of 720p HD recording at 30 fps. Also, the use of special settings makes it possible to double the recording speed without losing the quality of the material. From the point of view of functionality, work in this mode does not stand out from the segment. The set of video shooting options that the Samsung camera has is minimal and will only interest amateurs. But the very quality of the clips compensates for this flaw. Moreover, the budget matrix is hardly a good tool for implementing special recording formats. The received video materials, by the way, can be viewed without loss of quality on high-definition HDTV television screens. The camera is connected using an HDMI cable.
Positive Feedback
By choosing the long-established concept of compact inexpensive digital cameras, the creators were able to embody almost all their advantages in the model. Users, in particular, point to the thoughtfuland ergonomic design of the body of the device, functional stuffing, convenient placement of buttons and reliability. There are also positive opinions about the camera, which are not typical for budget products of this type. For example, durability and unpretentiousness - these qualities make it easier to care for the Samsung ST60 camera. Reviews here also indicate that the manufacturer has chosen expensive materials for the case. And this can be seen on the surfaces of the structure, organically arranged without backlash and gaps.
Negative reviews
There are few claims directly to the working qualities. In the optimal functional state, the model adequately exhausts its resource, providing an acceptable shooting quality. But the owners also note some random camera failures. Many people say that sometimes the Samsung ST60 turns on and immediately turns off without entering a he althy state. According to experts, this problem can be solved in one of two ways. Firstly, check the state of charge of the battery, and secondly, evaluate how correctly the focus is set up. There may be a problem with its sensors or drive mechanism.
There are separate complaints about the operation of the focus, not related to the arbitrary shutdown of the camera. If the Samsung ST60 does not focus properly, then again it should be disassembled. The way out of the situation may be to correct the position of the sensors and the engine of the drive mechanism of the system.
Conclusion
Entry level digitalcameras is the most attractive segment for many manufacturers as one of the most sought after. At the same time, not everyone is able to offer a truly interesting model with minimal resources due to the low cost of the device. And in this sense, Samsung ST60 is one of the best developments in the class. If we make an allowance for the prescription of its release, then the camera can compete for the place of the most successful representative in the budget category. Of course, there were some drawbacks, but they can be ignored given the low cost of development and the overall quality of the shooting. With regard to technological excellence, there may also be different opinions, but the model is justified at least by the fact that all the functionality is implemented with high quality. Another thing is that today this set of options is mandatory for models of the lowest level.
