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Samsung SC-MX20 (Black)

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$215

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About - Samsung SC-MX20 (Black)
The Samsung SC-MX20 (Black) is a camcorder available from Samsung. The SC-MX20 (Black) typically costs $215 . Consumer Reports recommends that you match the features on a model to the needs you have. Here's our take on some of the specifications and features that are commonly available on camcorder models like the SC-MX20 (Black). Weight (lbs.): This is measured in pounds and includes the recording media. Optical zoom: Allows the camcorder to fill the frame with far-away objects at the touch of a button. An optical zoom rated at 16x means the camcorder can magnify the image up to 16 times the normal size. LCD size (in.): This is the size of the image displayed on the LCD. Measured diagonally, it typically ranges from approximately 2 to 3 inches. With some models, the image does not fill the whole screen when recording. For these models, this number is smaller than the physical size of the screen.

About - Samsung SC-MX20 (Black)

The Samsung SC-MX20 (Black) is a camcorder available from Samsung. The SC-MX20 (Black) typically costs $215 .

Consumer Reports recommends that you match the features on a model to the needs you have. Here's our take on some of the specifications and features that are commonly available on camcorder models like the SC-MX20 (Black).

Weight (lbs.):: This is measured in pounds and includes the recording media.
Optical zoom:: Allows the camcorder to fill the frame with far-away objects at the touch of a button. An optical zoom rated at 16x means the camcorder can magnify the image up to 16 times the normal size.
LCD size (in.):: This is the size of the image displayed on the LCD. Measured diagonally, it typically ranges from approximately 2 to 3 inches. With some models, the image does not fill the whole screen when recording. For these models, this number is smaller than the physical size of the screen.

About This Brand
Samsung offers a variety of high-definition low-to-midpriced camcorders that record to SD-format memory cards. It also recently introduced a new sports-oriented pocket video camera that is waterproof and dust proof.
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About This Brand

Samsung offers a variety of high-definition low-to-midpriced camcorders that record to SD-format memory cards. It also recently introduced a new sports-oriented pocket video camera that is waterproof and dust proof.

Read our Brand Reliability

Features & Specs - Samsung SC-MX20 (Black)
Weight (lbs.) This is measured in pounds and includes the recording media. Weight (lbs.)	0.6
Optical zoom Allows the camcorder to fill the frame with far-away objects at the touch of a button. An optical zoom rated at 16x means the camcorder can magnify the image up to 16 times the normal size. Optical zoom	34x
LCD size (in.) This is the size of the image displayed on the LCD. Measured diagonally, it typically ranges from approximately 2 to 3 inches. With some models, the image does not fill the whole screen when recording. For these models, this number is smaller than the physical size of the screen. LCD size (in.)	2.7
Built-in light Provides illumination for close-ups when the image would otherwise be too dark, but it's no substitute for a well-lit room. A built-in light is more convenient than a clip-on one. Many camcorders have an automatic setting for turning the light on. Built-in light	Yes
AV Input These let you record sound or images from another camcorder or VCR. AV Input	Yes
Microphone input Jack for an external microphone to improve sound quality and prevent picking up noise from the camcorder. An alternative to using the built-in mike. Microphone input	No
Digital still capable Some camcorders can take snapshots, much like a digital camera (though not necessarily of the same quality). The camcorder can then be plugged into a computer and the images downloaded from the memory. Using a removable memory card (such as MemoryStick, Compact Flash, or SD Card) you can transfer stills to a computer without having to connect the camcorder, but you need proper card-reader hardware. Digital still capable	Yes
Headphone out An output for connecting a pair of headphones to the camcorder. Headphone out	No
Remote A remote control is handy for operating the camcorder from a distance (say, to allow the user to be in the picture). It's also useful in playback mode since all the buttons are easily at hand. Remote	No
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General Information
Manufacturer	Samsung
Manufacturer Website Address	www.samsungusa.com
Product Series	SC
Product Model	SC-MX20
Product Name	SC-MX20 Digital Camcorder
Product Type	Digital Camcorder

User Reviews - Samsung SC-MX20 (Black)

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Jim Knows

from

Arlington TX

3.0

Gets the job done

10/28/2010

Pros

Decent performance/quality

Easy to operate

Long battery life

Simple/innovative controls

Solid construction

Versatile

Cons

Best Uses

Home Movies

Travel

Comment:

Its small and easy to carry and operate. Loading to computer is a snap with usb cord.

How long have you owned it:

Three-to-six months,Three-to-six months

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

Chris

from

Hillsborough, NC

4.0

Decent camcorder for the money

11/5/2009

Pros

Decent performance/quality

Easy to operate

Simple/innovative controls

Cons

Best Uses

Home Movies

Comment:

This is a decent, inexpensive digital camcorder. It's nice to have the removable memory. I had some problems with the sound no syncing with the video but that turned out to be a computer video software (microsoft) problem, not a camera problem. At [$] or less, I would recommend it to a friend.

How long have you owned it:

Three-to-six months,Three-to-six months

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

Mitch

from

Appleton WI

2.0

Great packaging, poor performance

8/22/2009

Pros

Cons

Best Uses

Comment:

Pros: Great battery life for price range. Compact.<br /><br />Cons: Nearly everything else, particularly the auto-focus.<br /><br />I got this camcorder for general use as it had a good battery life and was small. The focus is probably the most disappointing feature. Even in normal lighting conditions it would randomly go out of focus. The manual focus while more stable was difficult to control and slow to respond. The image had tons of artifacts. The sound for its class was very good however, voices sound very crisp and clear. Overall, this camera performs very poorly and only works tolerably in perfect lighting conditions.

How long have you owned it:

A month or less

Bottom Line

No, I would not recommend this to a friend.

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