Samsung Announces The High-Speed WB2000 Compact Camera With Full HD Video

Dual capture mode allows users to take 10 mega-pixel stills while simultaneously recording full-HD video plus the WB2000 introduces object tracking to panoramic shots

Samsung Electronics Australia unveiled the WB2000 - a high speed, 10 mega pixel compact camera with 1080P, full-HD video recording at PMA Australia in Melbourne. For the first time, both novice and experienced photographers no longer have to choose between still and video capture, with the WB2000 able to simultaneously take HD video and high resolution still snaps, without having to choose one or the other.

With a maximum video recording speed of 1,000 frames-per-second (fps) and a burst mode capable of capturing 10 full size digital stills per second, the Samsung WB2000 advances high speed imaging functionality.

The Samsung WB2000 also takes panoramic photography to the next level, offering Advanced Panorama Shot with Object Tracking feature. This unique Samsung technology allows photographers to track a specific object during the sweep of a panoramic shot; for example a bird in flight or a motor car hurtling around a bend.

The WB2000 will be on display during PMA Australia from June 4-6 at the Samsung stand, #412, at the Melbourne Exhibition & Convention Centre. 

The WB2000 is representative of Samsung’s strategy to lead the digital imaging industry through product innovation. Consumers have previously expressed frustration with having to choose between shooting video or taking digital stills with their camera. With the WB2000, Samsung has addressed this consumer need, now giving users the ability to do both simultaneously.

High Speed Digital Stills and Video

The WB2000 allows users to capture high quality images no matter how fast the action may be. Its advanced CMOS sensor and re-engineered DRIMeIII processor yield impressive low-light performance and most notably, speed, giving users the ability to capture up to 10 pictures-per-second (pps) at the resolution of 10 mega-pixels.

The Samsung WB2000 features a 1,000 fps, high-speed video recording mode which today’s creative consumer can use to reveal details of a fast moving event in super slow motion. Whether it’s used to capture an everyday moment in an astonishing new light or to analyse a golf swing, the capabilities of the WB2000’s super-slow motion playback are endless.

Impressive Optics and Display

In addition to its impressive speed, the Samsung WB2000 also features a high performance 24mm ultra wide angle Schneider KREUZNACH lens, complete with a generous 5x optical zoom. Much wider than traditional compact cameras, the WB2000’s 24mm ultra-wide angle lens allows photographers to capture an entire scene, such as a large group of friends or family, while the 5x optical zoom will allow them to get in close when shooting from a distance. Samsung’s Advanced Panorama Shot with Object Tracking will further enhance the camera’s wide-angle capabilities, ideal for the seemless capture of scenes such as vast landscapes. For blur free images, the WB2000’s lens is also paired with Samsung’s Dual Image Stabilisation technology.

The WB2000 is equipped with a three-inch AMOLED screen, providing users with a higher contrast ratio, deeper blacks and more accurate, vivid colours, even when viewed from an angle or in direct sunlight. The AMOLED display is also more efficient when it comes to power consumption, allowing photographers to maximse battery life and shoot longer on a single charge.

Features for the Advanced and Novice Shooter

The Samsung WB2000 will appeal to both novice and more experienced users thanks to the combination of Smart and Manual controls. The camera’s intuitive Smart Auto 2.0 (Still & Movie) scene recognition technology will take the guess work out of taking a perfect photo or video every time. However, for those users who want to have more control over image capture, the Samsung WB2000 supports RAW and offers Manual control. When set to Manual, users can experiment with features such as slower shutter speeds, depth-of-field and even focus.