May 9, 2009 - Tracy and Matt's Blog

Press Release: Spoil Your Dad with a Picture Perfect Gift for Father’s Day

5^th May 2009 – If you’re shopping for a unique and affordable Father’s Day gift, whether your dad is an avid sports fan who loves getting close to the action, or is obsessed about getting the latest must-have gadgets, Samsung has a camera to suit.

Best for Sporty Dads

A camera for dads with a passion for action, the 12 megapixel ST50 features a 2.7″ QVGA (230K) TFT LCD screen and Samsung’s new "Smart Scene Recognition" technology. "Smart Scene Recognition" has 11 optimized picture pre-settings such as Portrait, Night portrait, Macro, Macro Colour, helping to take the perfect shot regardless of the conditions. He can also use these settings when sorting through his photos – making it quick and easy to find all the portrait, outdoor or macro images he’s taken.

Samsung ST 50

Samsung’s innovative Face Detection technology can automatically detect faces and adjust auto focus and auto exposure to ensure better composition and image quality for portraits – whether he’s pointing at the referee or the star player. The premium quality stainless steel ST50 also features Samsung’s Digital Image Stabilization system, compensating for unwanted camera movement and subject blur – so pictures are always crisp and sharp focus, no matter which side is winning.

Best for Gadget Fans

And if your dad is a gadget geek, the 5x Optical zoom PL60 is the perfect gift, presented in a slim compact design that doesn’t compromise on great photographic features.

The 10 megapixel PL60 uses Samsung’s new "Smart Scene Recognition" technology with 11 optimized picture pre-settings such as Portrait, Night portrait, Macro and Macro Colour, helping him to take the perfect shot regardless of the conditions.

Samsung PL 60

The camera also features Samsung’s unique Digital Contents Management system (DCM); a contents management program within the camera itself that significantly reduces the time it takes to find his favourite photos – so it’s quicker and easier to store and manage his photo collection. The clever navigation program automatically organizes photos based on the date they were taken, their contents, colour, or themes – so he’ll be able to share and enjoy his pictures easily with every member of the family.

The ST50, priced at £179, is available in mid grey, arty red and blue black from leading high street and online retailers. Samsung Cameras include a two year warranty. Customers requiring further information should visit samsungcamera.co.uk or call 0845 726 7864.

The PL60, priced at £129, is available in grey and black from leading high street and online retailers. Customers requiring further information should visit samsungcamera.co.uk or call 0845 726 7864.