Testseek.co.uk have collected 33 expert reviews of the Samsung SC-HMX20C and the average rating is 76%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Samsung SC-HMX20C.
May 2009
(76%)
33 Reviews
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(65%)
4 Reviews
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Touchscreen LCD. Range of connections. Flash and SD recording
Abstract: The VP-HMX20C is unique here thanks to its 1/1.8in sensor. This has almost three times the surface area of the Sony HDR-CX11Es 1/3in sensor, and over 11 times that of Panasonics HDC-SD20. Bigger sensors capture more light and measure it more accur...
No optical image stabilisation; overzealous zoom control
The Samsung VP-HMX20 impressed us with the quality of its video even in low light, making this more than just a good-looking stylish model. We'd like more manual control -- and more subtle control over the zoom -- but it's so easy to use that we can l...
Abstract: Samsung produces a number of attractive compact camcorders, but the HMX20C is the one that really hits the sweet spot for us. It’s very attractively designed, with a neat matte-black casing that is about the same size and weight as a can of Coke. The HMX20C provides very good image quality with 1080i HD...
Abstract: I’ve used a lot of Samsung cameras and camcorders over the years, and this is easily the most satisfying of the lot. Its operation is smooth and intuitive, and the video quality looks smashing on an HDTV.The HMX20C is a medium-sized camcorder that rec...
Easy to Use, Compact, Automatic Lens cover, Decent Photo capability, Automatic Photo Flash, Remote Control Included
HD Photos would be Nice, Expensive, Availability
The SC-HMX20C represents an HD camcorder that most will find easy use, feature packed and has all issues solved from the previous year's model. Through extensive testing, there wasn't much it couldn't handle and performance and image/video quality we...
1920×1080 recording, Simple to use camcorder software, Remote control is great addon, 8GB internal memory in additional to flash, Compact size and comfortable fit, Touchscreen interface for easy navigation
Packaged software feels incomplete, Remote control does not allow you to switch between video, photo and preview mode, Slow motion recording has limited resolution
So where do we stand with the Samsung SC-HMX20C? Given that it is priced well under 1K, it makes for an affordable high definition camera. In good lighting, the camcorder excels at capturing the moment but it falls behind in low light conditions. The d...
1920x1080 recording, Simple to use camcorder software, Remote control is great addon, 8GB internal memory in additional to flash, Compact size and comfortable fit, Touchscreen interface for easy navigation
Packaged software feels incomplete
So where do we stand with the Samsung SC-HMX20C? Given that it is priced well under 1K, almost 600 used, it makes for an affordable high definition camera. In good lighting, the camcorder excels at capturing the moment but it falls behind in low light ...
Abstract: Click to enlarge Samsung’s HMX20C camcorder has been out for almost a year now but for many consumers that may actually be a good thing. Normally we focus on buying the newest gear available so it will be usable as long as possible, but for certain pur...
Unique, compact design. Touch screen. Expandable storage. Super-simple file transfers. Supports HDMI CEC technology. Excellent editing and Blu-ray burning software.
Video looks underexposed. Noticeable purple fringing. Can feel a bit awkward in hand. No optical viewfinder. No HDMI-out on camera itself; must use bundled docking station.
Samsungs small, sleek SC-HMX20C camcorder is dead simple to operate, but Canon and Sony reign supreme in video image quality....
