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Editors' Comments

The H205 sits in the middle of Samsung's mid-range HD camcorder lineup for 2010. It's the exact same camera as its brothers, the H200 and H205, just in a 16GB configuration. The current spec sheet indicates that it's only capable of recording 1080i at 60fps; we'd really like to see 1080p at 30 or even 24fps, and Samsung's website indicates that specs are subject to change before launch--we shall see. Also of note is an HD time lapse mode in 720p, which we'd like to know more about. As it stands now, there are better deals available among last year's models than the H204, but that might change when the final pricing is announced.

Specifications

  • 1080i/720p (60fps) HD video
  • H.264 format
  • 20x optical zoom
  • Optical image stabilization
  • 4.7 megapixel still photos
  • 2.7-inch touchscreen LCD monitor
  • 720p Time Lapse mode
  • Mac and PC compatible
  • 16GB internal SSD (flash) memory
  • Captures to SD/SDHC memory cards
  • Rechargeable battery
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