Samsung Galaxy Android Camera - Linus Tech Tips CES 2013

The video provides Linus Tech Tips coverage of Samsung's Galaxy Camera unveiled at CES 2013, emphasizing that the device is essentially a small tablet with a high quality camera that runs Android Jelly Bean, rather than a mere camera with a phone component. The presenter notes that photo quality is still constrained by optics and sensor size, arguing that digital processing can only compensate so much without a larger sensor and lens. He highlights the integration of Android, which enables firmware updates and a wide range of apps, allowing third-party developers to add substantial functionality beyond what traditional cameras offer. Several smart shooting modes are demonstrated, including beauty face enhancement, burst shooting, best face selection, and an advanced expert mode that mirrors manual controls of a dedicated camera. The Galaxy Camera also features a popup flash, addressing the common limitation of phone flashes, and a size comparison with an iPhone to illustrate its bulk and ergonomics. Throughout, the host underscores the device’s potential for connected social sharing via automated uploads and cloud-enabled workflows, while noting its availability in Wi-Fi and 3G variants. The segment ends with a quick wrap of the booth impressions and a call to subscribe for more CES 2013 coverage.

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