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SamsungHZ10W (WB500)

Release year2009
Sensor type1/2.33-inch (6.08 x 4.56 mm) CCD

Specs

Release year: 2009
Megapixels: 10 MP
Sensor: 1/2.33-inch (6.08 x 4.56 mm) CCD
Lens: 24-240 mm equivalent, F3.3-5.8
Memory card: SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal
Max memory: Up to 32GB by SDHC standard
Battery: Samsung model-specific rechargeable Li-ion battery
Size: 105 x 61 x 37 mm

Owner note

Why people still want it

Samsung HZ10W (WB500) is a Samsung travel-zoom compact, useful when reach and convenience matter more than the smallest pocket body.

Before you overpay

Check that the lens extends and retracts smoothly, flash fires, screen is readable, buttons respond, and the battery door closes firmly. Confirm Samsung model-specific rechargeable Li-ion battery, the charger or AA plan, and SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal before comparing prices. For long-zoom bodies, test the full zoom range because lens errors can make the camera unusable.

Best use

Best for daylight travel zoom, school events, casual nature photos, and distant details where a tiny pocket camera would feel too limited.

What to compare

Compare it with Canon SX, Nikon COOLPIX L/P, Sony H/HX, and Kodak Z/AZ zoom cameras. Choose the one with the cleanest lens movement and easiest battery/card setup.