Samsung Galaxy Camera EK-GC100

Overview

The Samsung Galaxy Camera features a quad-core 1.4GHz processor, 8GB of internal storage and an SD card slot – all running on Android 4.1. Inside the Galaxy Camera is a 16-megapixel CMOS sensor capable of ISO settings between 100 and 3,200 that gathers data from a 21x optical touch zoom lens and full HD movie recording capabilities. It also sports a 4.8-inch HD LCD screen.

TechSpot Metascore

Based on 7 expert reviews

Excellent:

0
Good:

4
Average:

1
Bad:

2

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Last revision on December 8, 2012

Reviewers Liked

Instantly backs up your photos to the cloud
Simple to use
Wide range of connectivity options
Good stabilization
Long zoom
Responsive touchscreen controls
Advanced and auto modes
Great apps

Reviewers Didn't Like

Image quality is no better than a $200 camera
Awkward manual shooting
Big and heavy
Can't use it as a phone
No macro shortcut

Expert reviews and ratings

The fact that the 16 megapixel, 21x zoom Samsung Galaxy Camera is one of only two snapshots currently to offer the triple whammy of being wireless, Android powered and Internet enabled, should make it compelling for gadget fans as much as camera enthusiasts.

By T3 on December 12, 2012

It may not be the best compact camera on the market, but the Samsung Galaxy Camera is certainly one of the easiest and most fun to use.

By TechRadar on December 10, 2012

As for the Galaxy Camera, it’s a $200 point-and-shoot with some fantastic sharing and editing features — is that worth the $300 premium? Probably not, especially if you have a smartphone with a capable camera.

By The Verge on December 03, 2012

The Samsung Galaxy Camera appeals to a very specific type of photographer. If getting your photos online moments after they're shot is of paramount importance, then the always-on 3G data connectivity and Android operating system will be a boon to your photography.

By ITProPortal on November 29, 2012

This Android-powered camera takes great pictures and lets you share them wirelessly, but the lack of 4G and chunky design disappoint.

By LaptopMag on November 29, 2012

A fresh and very successful re-imagining of what a camera should be and how it should work. Spot-on for anyone who wants an easy way to share their pictures without being restricted to smart phone resolutions and quality levels...

By cnet UK on November 23, 2012

Outside of its relatively high cost of ownership and average point-and-shoot picture quality, the Samsung Galaxy Camera definitely delivers the shoot-and-share experience of a smartphone with the features of a compact camera.

By cnet on November 16, 2012

Despite a few quirks (most of which can probably be fixed with software updates), I'm utterly enamored with the Samsung Galaxy Camera. It makes the Nikon S800c look like a neanderthal and regular point-and-shoots like clumsy dinosaurs.

By Mashable on November 28, 2012

Is the Galaxy Camera a game-changer? Yes, and no. In itself, it’s the best of the Android-based cameras, though that’s hardly a well-stocked category.

By SlashGear on November 19, 2012

The Galaxy Camera proves that Android on a point-and-shoot is no gimmick. But until the price drops closer to the level of other compacts, it's not a very practical purchase.

By engadget on November 14, 2012

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