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Samsung HMX-U10

First seen: 14 july 2009

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Great Deal: $129.97

  • User Score (56)
    6.5 6.5 from 56 reviewers
  • Expert Score (3)
    7.2 7.2 from 3 reviewers
  • Design (2)
    8.8 8.8 from 2 reviewers
  • Value for money (7)
    7.7 7.7 from 7 reviewers
  • Features (10)
    7.8 7.8 from 10 reviewers
  • Performance (9)
    6.1 6.1 from 9 reviewers
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Pros & Cons

  • ultra comfortable to hold, stellar stills and video, usb charging, the size
  • troublesome touch sensitive controls, impractical zoom, lack of hdmi port, nothing so far

Samsung HMX-U10

The HMX-U10 is a high definition camcorder that supports 1920 x 1080 pixel resolution and records on CMOS sensors with fixed focus lens, 2-inch LCD display, and USB 2.0 interface. The HMX-U10 also features 1920 x 1080 full high definition video recording capabilities, 10 megapixel digital image captures in an ultra-compact design that measures 56 x 103 x 15.5 mm (at 95 g). The camcorder also features a seven degree angled grip, time-lapse recording (for capture moments such as sun ri…

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Samsung HMX-U10

The HMX-U10 is a high definition camcorder that supports 1920 x 1080 pixel resolution and records on CMOS sensors with fixed focus lens, 2-inch LCD display, and USB 2.0 interface. The HMX-U10 also features 1920 x 1080 full high definition video recording capabilities, 10 megapixel digital image captures in an ultra-compact design that measures 56 x 103 x 15.5 mm (at 95 g). The camcorder also features a seven degree angled grip, time-lapse recording (for capture moments such as sun rise and a flower blooming), USB charging (through a computer), built-in intelli-studio that lets users edit images without having to install software to a PC, in-camera editting, H.264 video format support and one-touch upload the YouTube™ capability. The HMX-U10 retails for $199.99 and is available in September 2009.

Features

The HMX-U10 is an ultra compact camcorder that records in full-HD and takes 10 mega-pixel still photos. It also allows users to share content online with its one-touch “upload” button to YouTube™. The HMX-U10 is targeted at the consumer looking for portability in a HD camcorder. It offers full-HD video recording with 1920 x 1080 resolution with its 1/2.3 inch CMOS sensor that also supports 10 mega-pixel digital still images capture. This can all be reviewed on the camcorder’s two-inch LCD screen. The camcorder measures 56 mm x 103 mm x 15.5 mm and weighs 95 g including the battery. The HMX-U10 features Samsung’s built-in intelli-studio software, which is Samsung’s play-edit-sharing program that allows users to edit and play their video without having to install supporting software. Sharing content can also be done through the intelli-studio program as it uploads content to video-sharing Web sites. A one-touch “upload” button, available directly on the HMX-U10, provides a direct connection to YouTube™, reducing the number of steps needed to upload footage. The camcorder also allows basic on-camera editing, including the ability to split video files. The camcorder also features Samsung’s animated thumbnail feature that provides a way for users search for video clips. Each video clip saved on the camcorder is represented by a small thumbnail on the LCD screen which provides a short playback of the video when highlighted by a user as they scroll through the videos. The HMX-U10 also features a versatile charging system that lets users recharge the battery by either connecting the camcorder to the supplied AC adapter or via USB while the camcorder is connected to a computer.

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  • Reviews of Samsung HMX-U10

  1. Samsung HMX-U10 Review

    Reviewer: Digitaltrends
    14 July 2009

    The Samsung HMX-U10 is a full HD video capable compact camcorder that will likely rival the Flip HD. It features 1080p full HD recording at 1,920 by 1,080 resolutions and also shoots 10 megapixel still images. The HMX-U10’s one-touch YouTube upload button provides a direct connection to YouTube for fast video sharing. Users can playback their video on the clear two-inch LCD screen and can perform basic video editing as well. Read more

  2. HMX-U10

    Reviewer: Stuff.tv
    6 November 2009
    Overall 8
    8.0
     

    Superb video and a comfortable design, but those fiddly touchscreen menus can make it an awkward customer Read more

  3. Samsung HMX-U10

    Reviewer: Register Hardware
    5 days ago
    Overall 7
    6.5
     

    The HMX-U10 is proof that beauty can only be skin deep. In terms of looks and design, it’s head and shoulders above many of its rivals, but a clunky touch interface makes this a frustrating device to use, and both still and video quality are disappointing. If price is a concern, the U10 can be picked up very cheaply now, as the recently announced, image-stabilised, HMX-U20 is not far from the horizon. It remains to be seen if the quality and user interface issues will... Read more

  1. Handy camera with impressive video

    Reviewer: Epinions
    12 December 2009
    Overall 10
    10
     

    I purchased the Samsung HMX_U10 Camcorder to take with me hunting. I've had a few instances where something crossed my path that I would have loved to have captured on video. The ease of use and the quality of the video were very surprising.  The optional software is built right into the camera's internal memory (Intelli-studio)  and installs very easily, including a live check for updates over the internet. This camera only has digital zoom, so it's probably best kept... Read more

  2. Menus are not as intuitive as I would have hoped.

    Reviewer: Amazon
    24 January 2010 See Product at Amazon ($122.71)
    Overall 6
    6.0
     

    The picture quality seems as good as I would have expected. There are a lot of menu options and navigating them is not as intuitive as it could be. Getting to the right menu is still a bit of a mystery to me. There seems to be at least two different menu trees and I don't always get to the tree with the stuff I want to do. Hooking up to a television is requires making several choices on different menus and the documentation options are not as easy to determine as I would... Read more or see product

  3. Handy camera with impressive video

    Reviewer: Shopping.com
    6 November 2009
    Overall 10
    10
     

    I purchased the Samsung HMX_U10 Camcorder to take with me hunting. I've had a few instances where so Read more

  4. Beware of recording resolution

    Reviewer: Tiger Direct
    1 week ago
    Overall 6
    6.0
    Value for money 4
    4.0
    Features 8
    8.0
    Performance 6
    6.0
     

    This camera loses resolution quality while recording. When recording in 1080 mode continuously for more than an hour, a degradation of the picture occurs. This can be checked on HDTV when played back. Read more

  5. Simple, inexpensive, and compact

    Reviewer: Netmall
    4 weeks ago
    Overall 8
    8.0
     

    I recently purchased this camera for a cruise and subsequent trips to Australia and Europe. It is a $100 video camera that you can shove in a pocket. It will never replace my $350 Sony Handicam. After recording about 50 hours of video, I have observed the following: - The video quality is pretty good for use on a computer with a good graphics card, YouTube, and a smaller TV. On a 50" television, it is going to be grainy. - When filming indoors, it does require a great... Read more

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