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imagine Turning Moments into Memories
A smarter way to shoot. The VP-HMX20 and VP-MX20 flash memory
camcorders offer a more exciting approach to home movie making.
With longer battery and recording time, they make sure that you never
miss the opportunity to record a magical moment and give you more
memories to treasure, forever. For more information, please visit
www.samsung.com.
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To learn more about the new Samsung Camcorders,
or to find your nearest retailer, please visit:
www.samsung.com
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
Head Office (Suwon Korea)
416, Maetan-3Dong, Yeongtong-Gu
Suwon City, Gyunggi-Do, Korea 443-742
VP-HMX20
VP-MX20
VP-MX20
VP-HMX20
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The Latest in Cutting-Edge Video Technology
If you are looking for the very latest in advanced video technology, the VP-HMX20C
sets the standard. With 1920 x 1080 Full HD, the highest quality video available today,
Flash memory for instant start-up with parts-free durability and convenience, a bright
F1.8 HD lens, and a light, compact body packed full of useful features and
sophisticated technology, the VP-HMX20C lets you do it all, or can do it all for you!
VP-HMX20C
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Full HD is Real HD
The VP-HMX20C takes video at the highest digital visual resolution
available today, 1920 x 1080 Full HD. 1920 x 1080 Full HD video
means much more visual information, much greater clarity, brightness
and detail than ever before. It also means that your video will be an exact
pixel-by-pixel match for today’s very best large screen HDTVs. The result
is life-like video with more natural color and clarity, without the blurring or
digital noise you might well be used to.
Progressive HD (1920 x 1080 Full HD)
Samsung’s VP-HMX20C delivers the very highest quality video by using
progressive scan technology. It records HD quality video in progressive
mode (30fps), so that the video is crisp and clear, regardless of how fast
moving the subject may be. Progressive scan technology produces
smooth images even when videos are played back at 2x, 4x or even 8x
the normal speed!
High-Speed Capture for Slow-Motion Detail
With the high-speed capture feature, the VP-HMX20C also lets you take
up to 10 seconds of video at an astonishing 300 frames per second
(fps), giving you ultra-detailed, crystal clear slow motion playback, useful
for analyzing a golf swing, dance movement, or any other motion that is
faster than the human eye.
Smoother Video and Clearer Stills
Samsung’s Electronic Image Stabilizer (EIS) system gives you crisp, clean
images whether you are shooting movies or taking still photos.
Sophisticated software is able to detect unintentional camcorder
movement and compensate with micro adjustments to the image sensor,
resulting in blur-free photo stills and smoother, more natural video.
8-Megapixel Stills for Large Format Photos
Samsung’s Pixel-Rising technology utilizes a pixel-interpolation filter to
convert recorded stills to the equivalent of 8-megapixels, enabling large
format (11 x 17 in.) detailed prints of your images. This same technology
allows you to enlarge part of an image while retaining extraordinary detail.
As Sensitive to Light as You Are (ISO3200)
Even with just 1 lux of illumination (candlelight, for example) the VPHMX20C has a High Sensitivity Mode that allows the amazing ISO3200
camcorder to take clear video or shoot 8-megapixel stills. This extra light
sensitivity means you get great stills in difficult lighting situations, without
the blur caused by longer exposure times.
A Wider, Brighter F1.8 Lens
The VP-HMX20C’s wide F1.8 aperture 10x Optical Zoom lens let’s more
light through to the sensor, giving you rich, bright, detailed images that
accurately reflect what you see with the naked eye. The highperformance HD lens is manufactured to extremely exacting standards
to ensure minimal image distortion and astigmatic aberration, resulting in
the most natural, accurate, compelling video and stills available from a
camcorder today.
1440 1920
1080 1080
16:9 recording, 16:9 output
62.2M pixel/sec
4:3 recording, 16:9 output
46.7M pixel/sec
Blurring by Hand Shaking ISO3200 & EIS
Original
2304X1728
(4M pixel)
3264
X2448
(8M pixel)
Pixel-Rising
Seeing is Believing – The Reality of Full HD
Samsung’s VP-HMX20C captures video at today’s highest resolution, 1920 x 1080 Full
HD. With a full complement of advanced technological features, the VP-HMX20C
provides the best image quality available and the ability to enjoy crisp, clear, natural
images in a wide variety of formats. The incomparable image quality leaves you with
videos so real, they must be experienced to be believed.
VP-HMX20C
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Advanced Noise Reduction
The cutting-edge ANR (Advanced Noise Reduction) system reduces
sensor noise dramatically while reserving the original scene, which
produces a more vivid and life-like video.
Face Detection for Better Results
With Samsung’s Face Detection technology, the VP-HMX20C makes
sure that the video you take is the video you want to keep. Face
Detection technology is a sophisticated image processing algorithm that
automatically detects up to 12 faces within the frame, adjusting focus
and exposure to make sure that your video shows your subjects in the
best possible light.
Faster, Smarter and Reliable
With the built-in 8GB flash memory, there are no moving parts to slow
you down, no tapes or discs to lose, and no Hard Drive to protect. So
the VP-HMX20C is ready to shoot when you are, keeps your video in a
safe place, and gives you greater flexibility, reliability, and durability when
you are out and about.
Take it Easy with Easy Q
Samsung’s innovative Easy Q function puts the VP-HMX20C into Full
Auto mode to let you relax and enjoy what is happening while the
camcorder does the work.
Easy on the Eyes; Satisfying Results
The high-resolution wide-format 2.7” LCD Touch screen makes a huge
difference. The 16:9 wide-screen format matches HDTVs so what you
see as you shoot will be what you see when you get home. And
navigating through the VP-HMX20C’s many helpful features is a breeze
thanks to the easy-to-use Touch screen.
Swivel Hand-Grip
Our unique Swivel Hand-Grip design makes shooting difficult angles a
snap. With a flick of the wrist, you can change the shoot angle of the
camcorder to take the perfect video every time—all with one hand! The
ergonomic design will open new doors to the way you shoot video.
Multi-functional Cradle
The docking cradle is one of the important features that puts Samsung
camcorders head and shoulders above the competition. The cradle
allows you to recharge the camcorder, use the built-in USB port, and
connect to additional AV devices via HDMI—all at the same time!
Quick Start Helps You Catch the Moment
Never miss another one of life's precious moments with the Quick Start
capability. The VP-HMX20C is ready to shoot when you are; just turn it
on and go. It doesn't get any easier—or faster—than that! With
Samsung's powerful, built-in flash memory you no longer need to waste
your time waiting for your camcorder to boot up, read a disk or load a
tape. Our new line of camcorders will be ready to shoot in 3 seconds or
less—that’s 4x faster than a standard DVD camcorder! And with that
kind of speed, you won’t miss another precious moment.
More than Merely Portable
The compact design allows for easy storage and packing so you'll never
have to leave your camcorder behind.
Reliable, Flexible and Durable
When it comes to durability, Samsung's flash memory sets the standard.
Compared to tape or disk-based camcorders, flash memory contains
zero moving parts— less to wear out—resulting in a longer lifespan! The
lack of moving parts also ensures that your recorded memories will
survive the rigors of spills, falls and everyday mishaps.
Snap While You Shoot with Dual Recording
The VP-HMX20C’s innovative dual recording capabilities make it easy to
snap a still, even while you are recording a Full-HD movie! Simply press
the shutter button as you are taking video and the VP-HMX20C will take
a 2-megapixel still without interrupting the video.
A Better, Longer Life
Samsung camcorders run more efficiently than our competitors. The
result is lower power consumption and a longer battery life so you don’t
have to worry that dead batteries might make you miss the most
important moment
Anynet+ (HDMI CEC)
The VP-HMX20C supports every video output terminal that is currently
used by HDTVs: HDMI, Component, S-video and Composite. Plus,
Samsung’s unique Anynet+ technology lets you to control the
camcorder with any Anynet+ enabled TV remote control. And using just
one line of HDMI cable makes connection easy while keeping the quality
superb; that means you can experience the highest quality digital
video/audio on your HDTV without any data loss.
1, 2, 3 Seconds, Shoot!
Samsung
Conventional
Recording
3
sec
12sec
Recording
POWER
POWER
SamsungConventional
Docking Cradle
AC ChargerHDMI Component
AV out
USB
Recording Time 8GB
HD (1920 x 1080/50i) Super Fine 70 min.
Fine 95 min.
Normal 120 min.
Battery Time 90 min.
VP-HMX20C
The Latest Technology and the Greatest Ease
While fully loaded with the most useful and advanced features, the VP-HMX20C is also
a triumph of contemporary design. The sleek and stylish camcorder is light, compact,
and durable. With Flash Memory, fewer moving parts, a longer battery life, and
sophisticated software innovations, the VP-HMX20C makes taking great video and
stills much, much easier. Loaded with the most advanced video technology available
today, with the VP-HMX20C you can do it all, or let it do it all for you!
Conventional Camcorder SC-HMX20C
HDMI
Digital Analog Converter
150 degree
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Shoot and share your memories
Shoot, share, and enjoy easier home movie making with the VP-MX20 flash memory
camcorder. Its Samsung chip provides higher quality images and longer battery and
recording time. The footage you capture can be conveniently transferred to media
players and the web, giving you the opportunity to share your memories with the world.
VP-MX20C VP-MX25E
VP-MX25E/MX20C
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New Integrated Chip Solution with Samsung
Technology
Experience the most naturally beautiful images with new Samsung
technology. Advanced Color Expression, Hyper Digital Image Stabilizer,
Super LCD plus, and Face Detection Auto Focus combine to make your
digital image dreams a reality.
Longer battery life, extended recording time, and higher quality digital
imaging are enabled by the VP-MX25/MX20’s Samsung chip. By
designing and implementing a powerful single chip control system,
power consumption is dramatically reduced, allowing you to capture
more memories that can be treasured for the rest of your life.
3D Motion Optimizer
3D Motion Optimizer Processing creates clearer, cleaner images. Unlike
conventional 2D processing, 3D processing compares previous and
following frames, divides the current frame into pixel blocks, detects noise
occurrence, and eliminates it efficiently without filtering the entire image.
3D Noise Reduction
The VP-MX25/MX20 transcends the boundaries of convention by
introducing 3D noise reduction that dramatically eliminates noise whilst
maintaining the original edge and pattern of the image. By analyzing
motion between the frames, the frames are split into pattern/edge
frames and differential frames and are passed through separate filters
which maintain the pattern and edge and remove noise. After filtering,
the frames are combined once more to make a cleaner, clearer image.
Color as vivid as your memories
Digital Natural Color Processing creates an expanded palette of colors
that are closer to those seen in nature. By internally adjusting images
beyond RGB into 4 color CMYG spectral color matching, the VPMX25/MX20 is able to accurately recreate colors that are closer to those
your eyes see, closer to your memories, and closer to reality.
Digital Video Excellence
The Samsung VP-MX25/MX20 provides you with video footage of such a high quality
that it brings your memories to life with vivid, natural beauty. The VP-MX25/MX20’s
state-of-the-art imaging technologies combine to create a camcorder that gives you
the very best of everything; natural color reproduction, image stability, advanced noise
reduction, the highest quality lens, and the most pristine video footage you’ve ever seen.
VP-MX25E/MX20C
Target pixel
Analyzing targets
Not analyzing pixels
Target frame
Before VP-MX25 / MX20
Target frame
Spatial analysis
Time analysis
Next frame
Conventional
Samsung Technology
0
1
CCIR709 / sRGB
2
300
400 500 600 700
Spectral Values
0
1
2
CCIR709 / sRGB
300 400 500 600 700
Conventional
Samsung Technology
Before
VP-MX25 / MX20
Original pattern is preserved due to pattern extraction between frames
Tradeoff between N.R. and edge loss
LFP
Edge
Enhancement
Lowpass filter is
applied frame by
frame for noise
reduction, which
causes edge loss
Frame
LMMSE Filter
Adaptive LPF
Pattern
Matching
Pattern
Differences
Frame
Conventional
Samsung Technology
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Hyper D.I.S
Unstable hands can cause camcorder footage to be shaky and blurred.
Thanks to its advanced computational power, the VP-MX25/MX20
realizes precision image stabilizing by multi-directional motion analysis
unlike most other digital image stabilizers using bi-directional one. Enjoy
clean and steady footage.
Super LCD screen clarity
The VP-MX25/MX20’s LCD screen maintains its visibility on even the
sunniest of days. With Advanced Outdoor LCD Enhancement, the VPMX25/MX20 is able to compensate up to 50,000 lux of light, an
improvement of 30,000 lux on the industry standard. This dramatic
improvement is enabled by an upgraded 3-D LUT (Look Up Table)
algorithm that provides images that retain their detail, brightness,
contrast, and clarity whatever the weather.
Face Detection AF technology
Unlike conventional camcorders, the VP-MX25/MX20’s advanced Face
Detection AF technology targets the faces in the screen. With intelligent
face detection auto-focus, faces are always focused-on, even if they are
not in the center of the screen. Samsung’s Face Detection AF enables
you to capture clearer, higher quality video.
Upgraded gamma correction
Real, natural color reproduction is enabled by our upgraded gamma
correction. Conventional adjustment separates the Gamma Curve into 8
steps but the Samsung chip divides it into 128 steps and adjusts each
of the RGB curves individually, to give an exquisitely detailed range of
color expression.
A world class lens, a world class camcorder
The most crucial factor in deciding video quality of a camcorder is its
lens. That’s why the VP-MX25/MX20 is equipped with a high quality
Schneider Kreuznach lens. World famous for premium optics, Schneider
Kreuznach lenses provide improved distortion aberration and astigmatic
aberration for superior, natural-looking images. With its 34x optical zoom,
the VP-MX25/MX20’s Schneider Kreuznach lens takes you as close to
the action as you could ever want to be.
More recording time, more memories to treasure
Enjoy recording the highest quality video footage for longer with the VPMX25/MX20. Thanks to high performance H.264 Codec, Samsung VPMX25/MX20 record more of your memories than MPEG2 codec
adapted camcorders. Within the same capacity, VP-MX25/MX20
records 1.5 times more than MPEG2 codec. Its compressed video files
are faster to e-mail and upload to the web, which makes sharing as easy
as can be, with no loss of Image quality.
Battery life that won’t let you down
With its Long Time Battery, the Samsung VP-MX25/MX20 allows you to
record, play, and have fun for as long as you like. Long Time Battery
gives an incredible 3 hours of recording freedom (1.9W, 850mAh)
compared with Company A’s 1 hour 10minutes (2.9W, 1000mAh) and
Company B’s 1 hour 20 minutes (3.8W, 800mAh), giving you all the time
you need to make memories that last a lifetime.
Share your memories, share your life
Sharing your life with friends and family becomes easier with the VPMX25/MX20. By selecting Web & Mobile mode, you can shoot in a
format perfected for H.264 supporting MP3 players and YouTube. The
video files recorded by the VP-MX25/MX20 can easily be applied to a
transfer program and played on an H.264 supporting MP3 player. The
YouTube uploader in the Mediashow software bundle enables direct
YouTube upload which bypasses the YouTube homesite.
As stylish as you are
With sensational Samsung style, the VP-MX25/MX20 delivers the most
comfortable camcorder experience imaginable. With an ergonomic
design that looks as good as it feels, it fits exquisitely into your palm and
is held securely in place by the fully flexible swivel grip. With a built-in
lens cover, UV coating, easy thumb operation buttons, and secondary
zoom and record buttons you can enjoy its beauty with confidence.
Shoot without a care
For your convenience the stylish Samsung VP-MX25/MX20 is loaded with powerful
features that are designed to make your life easier and your video footage better. The
world’s longest battery life and recording time are enabled by recording in H.264
codec, providing you with footage that can be played on the H.264 supporting MP3
players and PMPs without transcoding.
Conventional Samsung Technology
LCD Enhancement Technology
Powered by 3D-LUT (Look up table)
compensation
Outdoor
~50,000 Lux
Perceived Color
Appearance Processing
Outdoor
~20,000 Lux
Conventional LCD Samsung LCD
3D-LUT
G_LUT
R_LUT
B_LUT
0.00
0.00
0.00
100.00
100.00
100.00
200.00
200.00
200.00
VP-MX25E/MX20C
Occurs
Discontinuity
0 7 0 128
Conventional : Y/C Gamma Samsung : Y/C Gamma
Conventional Samsung Technology
Improved
Gamma
Curve
Conventional
Gamma
Curve
Recording Time on 1 DVD Disc
30G
Competitor Memory Card
22 DVD Disc
H.264
(VP-MX25
/MX20)
MPGE2
1.4GB
with MPEG2
32G
32GB
SD Memory
7hrs 20mins
35 Min
20 Min
Samsung Memory Camcorder
MX20 with H.264 Codec
32G Memory
32GB
Memory Card
12hrs 40mins
36 DVD Disc
Competitor HDD cam
with MPEG2
30GB HDD
7hrs 10mins
MP3 Player & YouTube Connection
USB or Card
Download to MP3 Player
Upload to YouTube by MediaShow
(Samsung Software)
VP
Swivel HandgripBuilt-in Lens Cover
Secondary Zoom /
Rec. Buttons
Easy Thumb Operation
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VP-HMX20C VP-MX25E VP-MX20C VP-MX20
Sensor Image Sensor 1/1.8" CMOS 1/6" CCD 1/6" CCD 1/6" CCD
Gross Pixel 6.4M 800K 800K 800K
Effective Pixel (Movie / Still) 2.1M / 4.0M 400K/480K 400K 400K
Lens Lens HD Schneider Kreuznach Schneider Kreuznach Schneider Kreuznach
Optical Zoom / Digital Zoom 10x / 100x 34x / 1200x 34x / 1200x 34x / 1200x
F Number F.1.8~2.5 F.1.6~4.3 F.1.6~4.3 F.1.6~4.3
Focal Length f=6.3 ~ 63mm f=2.3 ~ 78.2mm f=2.3 ~ 78.2mm f=2.3 ~ 78.2mm
Filter Diameter 49mm 30mm 30mm 30mm
Lens Cover Built-in(Auto) Built-in Built-in Built-in
Camera Function Image Stabilizer EIS Hyper D.I.S. Hyper D.I.S. Hyper D.I.S.
Minimum Illumination 1 Lux(Color Nite Mode) 3 Lux 3 Lux 3 Lux
Scene Mode (Program AE)
Focus AF / MF / Touch AF / MF AF / MF AF / MF
Wind cut O O O O
Viewer LCD 2.7" / 230K 2.7" / 112K 2.7" / 112K 2.7" / 112K
Aspect Ratio 16:9 Wide 16:9 Wide 16:9 Wide 16:9 Wide
LCD Enhancer O O O O
Viewfinder X X X X
Storage Media Storage Media 1 Built-in Flash (8GB) Built-in Flash (16GB) Built-in Flash (8GB) SDHC / MMC + Slot
Storage Media 2 SDHC / MMC + Slot SDHC / MMC + Slot SDHC / MMC + Slot X
Storage Media 3
Recording Format Video Format (Flash Memory) H.264 H.264 H.264 H.264
Audio AAC AAC AAC AAC
Still Picture JPEG 800x600 JPEG X X
Resolution Video(PAL) HD : 1920 x 1080 ( 50i / 25p ) 720 x 576 / 50i 720 x 576 / 50i 720 x 576 / 50i
SD : 720 x 576
Still Picture Resolution 8M (Interpolation) 800 x 600 X X
6M / 4M / 3M / 1.5M / 340K
I/O Interface USB O (USB 2.0) O (USB 2.0) O (USB 2.0) O (USB 2.0)
IEEE1394 X X X X
AV O (Output only) O (Output only) O (Output only) O (Output only)
S-Video O (Output only) X X X
component O (Output only) X X X
HDMI O (Output only) X X X
External Mic. Input O (Output only) X X X
PC camera X X X X
Battery Model Code IA-BP85ST IA-BP85ST IA-BP85ST IA-BP85ST
Capacity 7.4V / 850mAh 7.4V / 850mAh 7.4V / 850mAh 7.4V / 850mAh
i-check O O O O
Battery Time 80min 180min 180min 180min
System Power Consumption 4.1W 2.0W 2.0W 2.0W
GUI Language 23 24 24 24
Accessory Shoe X X X X
Bundle Accessory Remote Controller O X X X
Soft Pouch O O O O
AV Cable O O O O
Component Cable O X X X
USB Cable O O O O
Cradle O O O X
Battery O O O O
Video Editing S/W Media Show 4.0 Media Show 4.0 Media Show 4.0 Media Show 4.0
Color
Dimension ( W x H x D)mm 66.0 x 67.2 x 139 60.5 x 60 x 125 60.5 x 60 x 125 60.5 x 60 x 125
Weight 456g 270g 270g 270g
Product designs and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
Recording Time Memory Size 8GB(min.) 16GB(min.) 32GB(min.)
(Flash Memory) Super fine(5Mbps) 190 380 760
Fine (4Mbps) 240 480 960
Normal (3Mbps) 310 620 1240
Web & Mobile (2Mbps) 460 920 1840
VP-HMX20C
VP-MX25/MX20
Auto / Daylight / Cloudy / Fluorescent / Tungsten / Custom WB
Creating home movie magic
Enjoy all the fun of home movie making with the Samsung VP-MX25/MX20. Professional
video quality is delivered with a simplicity that enables anyone to feel comfortable. It’s easy
to use, and packed with intuitive features that allow you to shoot amazing footage with a
minimum of fuss. Enjoy all the fun of home movie making with Samsung.
Free style shooting
The VP-MX25/MX20’s multi-positional swivel hand grip offers full
flexibility and freedom of movement for the full range of shooting
positions. The innovative swivel grip allowing you to seamlessly move the
camcorder between regular and low level positions, giving you complete
control over how and what you shoot.
Intelligent scene setting
The iScene function provides you with specialized recording modes for a
variety of scenes, making capturing perfect video footage easier than
ever before. iScene offers preset recording environments for Sports,
Portrait, Spotlight, Beach, Snow, High Speed, Food, and Waterfall
scenes by optimizing the White Balance, Exposure, and Shutter time.
Intelligent check
The iCheck function gives you instant access to remaining battery and
storage information without having to turn the camcorder on. Simply
press the iCheck button the VP-MX25/MX20 displays remaining battery
and storage time on the LCD and then turns off automatically.
Dual Time Zone function
For your convenience the VP-MX25/MX20 is equipped with World Time
Setting. This feature allows you to select the city and time zone that you
are visiting without having to change your hometown time setting. Simply
select the “Visit” time, select where you are, and when you get home
again, just select “Home” and the time will be reset as if you’d never
gone away.
Interval Recording
By setting time intervals for frame capture, you can take full advantage of
the Interval Recording function. This feature, using selective frame
capture enables you to record over an extended period of time so that
you can see the effects of long term recording condensed into a shorter
time frame. Imagine the passage of clouds through the sky or the sun’s
descent over the water.
12 Hours
Longtime Scene
Selective Frame Capture
6 minutes
Condensed Scene
Interval Recording
180 degree
Specifications
Bundle Accessory
Power Adaptor AV Cable USB Cable Component Cable Remote Controller Battery Pack
Cradle S/W CD I/B Quick Guide (N.A. only)
Power Adaptor AV Cable USB Cable Battery Pack Cradle S/W CD
I/B Quick Guide Pouch
Can select home or visit place time City-based time set
Exit
Time Zone
Visit:
08:30 AM - 04:00
10/21
Seoul
Home: 10/20 12:30 AM
Exit
Date / Time Set
Time Zone
Home
10/2012:30 AM
London
Date/Time Time Difference
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