Samsung is showing the new HZ1 at Photokina 2008. The camera boasts a 10x optical zoom lens and compact dimensions similar to most pocket size cameras. Samsung claims that HZ1 is the world’s first superzoom camera to offer 24mm equivalent wide angle. The lens focal length range is 4.2-42mm, which translates into 24-240mm in 35mm terms. The other features offered by the camera include dual image stabilization, face detection, mode dial for quick access to the settings and capability to record video in 720p resolution. Samsung has yet not confirmed the pricing, release date and full specifications of the camera. It is very likely that you might see this camera on shelves by holiday season.
[Via Photographyblog]