Samsung's WB150F SMART Long Zoom Digital Camera (Black) separates itself from the status of a mere point-and-shoot with WiFi functionality for instant sharing and "cloud" storage. When in a hotspot with the WB150F you can upload to social networking sites, sync the camera with other "smart" devices - such as a TV, phone, or tablet - and store files on the Microsoft Skydrive. It's easy; once you're in a WiFi hotspot, just connect using the camera's log-in browser. Additional features of the WiFi connectivity include the use of Auto Backup, for transferring your photos to your PC with a touch and the Remote Viewfinder, for operating the camera from your smartphone, among others.
When it comes to the camera's shooting specs, the WB150F sports respectable functionality, as well. A 14 MP CCD image sensor allows for capture of not only 14 MP still images, but also 720p (30fps) video. A 24mm Schneider wide-angle lens, with 18x optical zoom and Dual Image Stabilization, also helps you capture clear, precise images. And the 3.0" (7.6 cm) LCD screen provides a generous platform on which to compose and review shots or scenes. Additional features include a full manual mode (A / S / M), Samsung's Smart Filter 3.0, and Live Panorama.
Image Quality
14MP CCD image sensor delivers superior image quality. The large 3.0" (7.6 cm) TFT (460K) LCD screen is great for framing and offers enhanced contrast and color. It also detects ambient light and adjusts brightness for the best possible viewing conditions. Capture beautiful HD 1280 x 720p video at 30fps (or 15fps); other available resolutions include 640 x 480 and 320 x 240, both at 30 and 15fps
Optics
Benefit from an 18x optical zoom 24mm Schneider wide-angle lens that lets you get closer to your subject while still fitting everything in-frame. Whether you're capturing a wide-open vista or a detailed close-up, this lens has you covered. Dual (optical and digital) Image Stabilization helps reduce the effects of camera shake and motion blur for clear images. Choose your settings with full manual mode (A / S / M) for total control, including Aperture and Shutter Priority
Smart Filter 3.0
Gives you creative freedom. Cartoon Filter imbues any photo with the look of an animated film scene, while Cross Filter makes light sources seem to have multiple points of light - like stars. Additionally, Zooming Shot adds motion lines to make it appear that you're accelerating towards your subject. Water Paint, Oil Painting, Half Tone Dot and many more features add more ways for you to express your creativity
Live Panorama
Shoot panoramic images with ease. Enjoy a broad range of options. Just press the shutter and sweep your camera across that expansive mountain range. Live Panorama enables you to preview your landscape, so you know you've captured every mountain peak before taking the shot
Magic Frame
Give a portrait an antique look, put your subjects on the moon, and do more with Magic Frame's 12 background templates, offering plenty of ways to enjoy yourself while taking pictures
Auto Backup
Now you can save images to your computer in a snap. With Auto Backup you can wirelessly transfer photos and movies to your PC - even if the computer is turned off. With one simple setting, the camera can turn on any PC with Wake-on LAN functionality. And when your images are saved, the camera can shut down the computer to save energy as well as your memories
Samsung Mobile Link
Now, you can send images directly from your Samsung SMART camera to your Samsung Galaxy smartphone, tablet or notebook with the Samsung Mobile Link app. It's so simple; you don't even have to send the image as a text message or as an email. Sharing moments while on the go has never been easier or faster
Note:
Currently, the camera is compatible with Samsung Galaxy products only. As of April 2012, it will work with Apple's iOS; as of May 2012, all Android phones will also be compatible
Social Sharing
Don't keep your Facebook friends or Twitter followers waiting. With social sharing you can instantly post must-see images and videos to your favorite social networks. Just select and upload wherever you have a WiFi connection, and then add tags and comments. Share with your Blogger followers, or post to Picasa or YouTube - and many more social networks
Remote Viewfinder
Control your camera - even from over 32' (10 m) away - by utilizing your smartphone as the viewfinder. Available for select smartphones, the Remote Viewfinder app allows you to preview images, adjust camera settings, zoom in and out, frame scenes, and tag the shot with the location - all from your phone - wirelessly. Capture the perfect group shots every time, even when you're in them
Email
Sometimes, you want to selectively share images, such as a beautiful photo with your spouse. Wirelessly email content right from your camera to anybody who has an email account. You can also include a few words along with the image, if you like
Cloud Service
Via the cloud-based storage service, you'll never run out of space on your memory card or lose valuable photos - even while on the go. You can wirelessly save images to Samsung's cloud services, AllShare Play (2.2) and Microsoft Skydrive; then, view them anytime you please on your smartphone or tablet, or even download them to your computer later
Other Internet Features
SNS Upload, Authentication Browser
TV Link
Enjoy the ability to relive that tropical island getaway on your HDTV the moment you return home - without fussing over cables. Samsung's TV Link enables you to tap into your home network to wirelessly stream photos and video right from your camera to your HDTV, laptop or other DLNA Certified device
WiFi Direct
At home or on the go, you can wirelessly send images or videos to a smartphone or tablet - or share on a Smart TV - even when you're far from a WiFi hotspot. Samsung's WiFi-enabled cameras boast WiFi Direct, which allows you to transfer images on Samsung's WiFi Direct enabled devices within range. There's no additional app required
Smart Settings
Smart Filter (Movie): Palette Effect 1, Palette Effect 2, Palette Effect 3, Palette Effect 4, Miniature, Vignetting, Half Tone Dot, Sketch, Fish Eye, Classic, Retro
Smart Filter (Still Image): Miniature, Vignetting, Ink Painting, Oil Painting, Cartoonize, Cross Filter, Sketch, Soft Focus, Fish Eye, Old Film, Half Tone Dot, Classic, Retro, Zooming Shot
Smart Movie: Landscape, Blue Sky, Natural Green, Sunset
Smart Filter (Still Image): Miniature, Vignetting, Ink Painting, Oil Painting, Cartoonize, Cross Filter, Sketch, Soft Focus, Fish Eye, Old Film, Half Tone Dot, Classic, Retro, Zooming Shot
Smart Movie: Landscape, Blue Sky, Natural Green, Sunset
Other Settings
Still Image Edit: Smart Filter, Resize, Rotate, Trimming
Image Adjust: Off, Red-eye Fix, Face Retouch, Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, Add Noise
Image Playback: Single image, Thumbnails, Advanced Slide Show, Movie Clip, Smart Album
Sharpness: Soft+, Soft, Normal, Vivid, Vivid+
Date Imprinting: Date and Time, Date, Off (user selectable)
Image Adjust: Off, Red-eye Fix, Face Retouch, Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, Add Noise
Image Playback: Single image, Thumbnails, Advanced Slide Show, Movie Clip, Smart Album
Sharpness: Soft+, Soft, Normal, Vivid, Vivid+
Date Imprinting: Date and Time, Date, Off (user selectable)
Compatible With Mac OS and Windows
Mac system requirements: Power Mac G3 or above, Mac OS 10.4 or higher, 110MB or greater hard-disk capacity, minimum of 256 MB RAM, a CD-ROM driver and a USB port.
Windows system requirements: Intel Pentium 4 3.2 GHz or above, AMD Athlon FX 2.6 GHz or above, Windows XP SP2, Vista or 7, 250 MB or greater hard-disk capacity (over 1.0 GB recommended), 512 MB RAM (over 1.0 GB recommended), nVIDIA GeForce 7600GT or higher / ATI X1600 series or higher GPU, 1024 x 768 pixels, 16-bit color display compatible monitor (1280 x 1024 pixels, 32-bit color display recommended), CD-ROM driver, USB port and DirectX 9.0c or above
Windows system requirements: Intel Pentium 4 3.2 GHz or above, AMD Athlon FX 2.6 GHz or above, Windows XP SP2, Vista or 7, 250 MB or greater hard-disk capacity (over 1.0 GB recommended), 512 MB RAM (over 1.0 GB recommended), nVIDIA GeForce 7600GT or higher / ATI X1600 series or higher GPU, 1024 x 768 pixels, 16-bit color display compatible monitor (1280 x 1024 pixels, 32-bit color display recommended), CD-ROM driver, USB port and DirectX 9.0c or above