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Samsung L74 Wide

Reviewed August 2007

Our Opinion

Introduction
Ergonomics
Characteristics
Image Quality
Interface & Software
Camera Views
Test Photos
Specifications
Our Opinion

Class: 7.2 megapixel

• All cameras are rated according to their resolution class •
(1=poor, 5=average, 10=excellent)

Functionality

Photographic Qualities


Combines design, sturdiness, layout of controls, comfort in use.
8 Image Quality — Outdoor
Based on sharpness, colour accuracy.
8
LCD Screen
Combines visibility in daylight and indoors, colour accuracy, and image sharpness.
7 Image Quality — Flash
Based on sharpness, colour accuracy.
7
Interface
Based on menu clarity, ease of access to menu functions.
6 Metering Reliability
Based on quality of exposure with meter in automatic mode.
9
Software
Based on functionality of drivers and bundled software.
9 Focusing
Based on focusing accuracy and speed.
9
Power Usage
Based on battery consumption.
8 Lens Quality
Based on the presence of distortion, including any macro mode distortion.
8
Total: 7.6 Total: 8.2

Positives

Negatives

  • Good to very good image quality.
  • Accurate metering.
  • Good colour rendition.
  • Long exposure mode.
  • 450 MB of internal memory + SD slot.
  • Solid construction.
  • Slow and busy interface.
  • Too few user controls.
  • Images a touch soft.
  • Built-in flash has limited range.
  • World Tour Guide of limited use, yet occupies its own mode dial position.

Approximate Retail Price: (July 2007)

Canada $ 350
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Introduction
Ergonomics
Characteristics
Image Quality
Interface & Software
Camera Views
Test Photos
Specifications
Our Opinion




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