Samsung Digimax L85 review

What you need to know

Reviewed by: Will Greenwald

Reviewed on: 22 June 2006

Tags: Samsung, Samsung Digimax L85, stabilisation, lens, connectivity

We like:

Decent images; lots of manual features

We don't like:

Heavy fringing; slow burst mode; no image stabilisation or high ISO support for low-light shooting

CNET UK judgement:

The Samsung Digimax L85 offers a lot of flexibility and produces very good pictures, but watch out for fringing

Full review:

The Samsung Digimax L85 is a surprisingly functional 8-megapixel digital camera. Its chunky, retro design belies its very flexible, high-end feature set, including the unique ability to output High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI). HDMI is a USB-like digital video connectivity standard designed as a successor to DVI. It can transmit both digital audio and video signals and incorporates HDCP digital copy protection. Granted, HDMI in a digital camera is more novel than utilitarian, but the wealth of manual settings and image features will be appreciated by anyone who wants to take solid photos. As long as you don't mind its propensity for fringing on edges and the lack of a fast burst mode, you'll find the Samsung Digimax L85 a versatile, quality shooter. Continue Reading...