We already posted one of the three camcorders that Samsung introduced today. The HMX-U10, the ultra compact camcorder that records in full HD and takes a mesmerizing 10 megapixel still photos. We will now take a look at the other two camcorders that is equally marvelous on their own.

K-Series: SMX-K40 and SMX-K45

With the new K-Series, you can enjoy near full-HD quality video for the price of a standard definition camcorder. The SMX-K40 and SMX-K45 record exceptional standard definition video at a resolution of 720×480, and then can be played back on an HDTV in near full-HD quality thanks to advanced upscaling technology and HDMI connectivity. With a built-in HDMI output on the camera and HDMI cable (sold separately), consumers connect the camcorder directly to their HDTV for near full-HD playback.

The SMX-K40 and SMX-K45 also offer one of Samsung’s most powerful zoom lenses. You will have a 65x Intelli-Zoom at your fingertips which drastically enhances their ability to capture any moment you see no matter how far away they may be. Significantly more reliable than a standard digital zoom which negatively affects the quality of the image, Samsung’s new Intelli-Zoom allows you to go beyond the camcorder’s 52x optical zoom. The K-Series also features Samsung’s advanced Optical Image Stabilizer, ensuring that video will be shake-free, whether zoomed out or using the camcorder at it’s full 65x Intelli-Zoom. Furthermore, the camcorder’s world-class Schneider-KREUZNACH lens delivers the quality and performance needed to help capture the most impressive video possible.

The SMX-K45 offers an internal 32GB Solid State Drive (SSD), providing up to 20 hours and 40 minutes of recording time depending on the recording mode. Samsung’s renowned SSD technology offers a substantial advantage over the use of Hard Disk Drives (HDD) in a digital camcorder. SSD is more energy efficient, produces very low heat emission, and is faster and more durable than HDD because there are no moving parts. The SMX-K40 does not have internal storage and requires the use the of a SD/SDHC card.

Specifications:

Samsung mentioned that they would like to make it easy for everyone to record and view HD footage. Thus they announced the addition of HMX-U10 and the K-series. It adds strength to an already impressive lineup of Samsung camcorders and offers a digital video recording solution for every consumer segment.

Samsung goes bargain hunting with the K-series camcorders.

I know it’s almost a week late but better late than never! Photo via Cnet.

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January 15, 2008 – Belkin presented its new Flywire wireless HDMI box at the CES 2008 show in Las Vegas, offering wireless video connectivity for HD TVs.

The unit supports the transmission of uncompressed 1080p HD video, and six sources can be connected to the transmitter. The Belkin Flywire operates on the 5GHz wireless band, which could however place it at odds with the recently completed Wireless HD (WiHD) specification.

The Belkin Flywire connects directly to the AV equipment’s HDMI port, meaning that it may also be able to route HDMI control data and allow users to control devices such as a DVD player from another room, although this has not been confirmed by Belkin. The unit can also connect to non-HDMI sources such as games consoles, TiVo PVRs or DVD players, as well as upscale their signal to 1080p. In terms of connections, the unit offers two HDMI ports, two sets of component connections, composite and SCART.

The unit is expected to be launched in the middle of this year, with a suggested retail price of US$499-599.

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