Samsung HMX-R10

The Samsung HMX-R10 is a high definition camcorder from Samsung's 2009 lineup.  The camcorder features a 1/2.33" CMOS sensor with high light sensitivity to provide full 1080p HD video recording and 9-megapixel still images.  It is designed ultra-compact and ergonomic with a 2.7" LCD touchscreen and an angled lens making it comfortable to hold the camcorder for long periods of time.  The HMX-R10 offers 5x optical and 8x smart zoom for recording closeups and also includes a unique time lapse recording feature.  It offers a wide range of interface compatibility including USB, Composite, Component, HDMI, and an SD/SDHC slot.  The camcorder is available in black or silver and comes with a remote control and hand grip.

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Samsung HMX-R10
MSRP $500.00
Release date May, 2009
Brand Samsung
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Pros & Cons

ProSCORE
4 reviews
75
negative
mixed
positive
3 positive
1 mixed
0 negative

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Pros:
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records video in full 1080p high definition
+4agreedisagree

compact size
+4agreedisagree

affordable price
+4agreedisagree

2.7" touch panel screen
+3agreedisagree

can take 9mp still images
+3agreedisagree

records to easy to find, capacious and affordable SD/SDHC memory cards
+3agreedisagree

5x optical zoom
+1agreedisagree

available in black or silver
+1agreedisagree

includes remote control
+1agreedisagree

Records 720p60, for fluid-motion HD
+1agreedisagree

Only camera on the market to support both 720p60, 1080i60, and 1080p30
+1agreedisagree

has flash
+1agreedisagree

Cons:
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no internal storage
+1agreedisagree

limited optical zoom
+1agreedisagree

no lens cap
+1agreedisagree

Does not have light
+1agreedisagree

No PAL support, NTSC only
+1agreedisagree

No optical image stabilization
+1agreedisagree

No options for lenses/filters
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Features/Specs

  • 2.7" LCD Touchscreen
  • 1/2.33" CMOS Imaging Sensor
  • Video Recording: 1920 x 1080p Resolution
  • Still Images: 9-megapixel Resolution
  • Zoom: 5x Optical, 8x Smart
  • Interfaces: USB, Composite, Component, HDMI, SD/SDHC Slot
  • 25-degree Angled Lens
  • Compact and Ergonomic Design
  • Time Lapse Recording
  • Built-in Microphone with Wind Filter
  • Included: Remote control, Hand Grip, Battery Pack
  • Available in black or silver
  • Dimensions: 1.5'" (W) x 2.23" (H) x 5.04" (D)

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Samsung HMX-R10

• Samsung HMX-R10 HD Flash Memory Camcorder w/5x Optical Zoom (Black)

• HMX-R10 SDHC Card HD Camcorder

UPC: 036725302419

EAN: 036725302419

MPN: HMX-R10BN

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Yale

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April 19, 2009
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ProSCORE
75
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9 pros
3 cons
2 out of 2 people found this review helpful.

Pros

  • records video in full 1080p high definition
  • compact size
  • affordable price
  • 2.7" touch panel screen
  • can take 9mp still images
  • records to easy to find, capacious and affordable SD/SDHC memory cards
  • 5x optical zoom
  • available in black or silver
  • includes remote control

Cons

  • no internal storage
  • limited optical zoom
  • no lens cap

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shailensukul

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May 4, 2009
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ProSCORE
70
negative
mixed
positive
7 pros
3 cons

Pros

  • records video in full 1080p high definition
  • compact size
  • affordable price
  • 2.7" touch panel screen
  • can take 9mp still images
  • records to easy to find, capacious and affordable SD/SDHC memory cards
  • has flash

Cons

  • no lens cap
  • Does not have light
  • No PAL support, NTSC only

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ddrcoder

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April 20, 2009
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ProSCORE
100
negative
mixed
positive
8 pros
0 cons

Pros

  • records video in full 1080p high definition
  • compact size
  • affordable price
  • 2.7" touch panel screen
  • can take 9mp still images
  • records to easy to find, capacious and affordable SD/SDHC memory cards
  • Records 720p60, for fluid-motion HD
  • Only camera on the market to support both 720p60, 1080i60, and 1080p30

Cons

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Mo Oishi

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May 7, 2009
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ProSCORE
50
negative
mixed
positive
3 pros
3 cons

Pros

  • records video in full 1080p high definition
  • compact size
  • affordable price

Cons

  • limited optical zoom
  • No optical image stabilization
  • No options for lenses/filters

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HMX, R, 10, HMXR, R10, HMXR10