In the photographic world, an interesting – some may say inevitable – union is taking place, as cameras and the Android OS are tying the knot.

 

Along with Nikon, Samsung has also walked a camera down the aisle, as it announced its new Galaxy Camera.

 

Unlike Nikon’s S800c, the new Galaxy Camera is not solely hitched to Wi-Fi, as it will also cater to 3G or 4G connectivity, depending on the model. It’s a good move, which makes updating Facebook and Instagram possible from anywhere.  

 

The camera boasts a 1.4 GHz quad core processor, 21x super long zoom lens, which can be controlled using buttons or via the touchscreen, a 16 megapixel BSI CMOS sensor, and runs on the Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean) platform.

 

The company is wagering that its 23 mm lens, which caters to wide-angle shots; 4.8" HD Super Clear LCD screen; 8 GB storage, ISO range up to 3200 and several innovative features, will leave competitors catching the bouquet rather than getting the diamond ring.

 

 

 

The first feature on offer is a voice control option, which allows the user to control a number of functions, such as 'Zoom in' and 'Shoot' using their voice.

 

A convenient Auto Cloud Backup feature will automatically save photos to the cloud via Samsung's AllShare the instant they are taken, while ShareShot will allow users to share photos at the same time as they are captured. Additionally, users will further be able to connect to a range of Galaxy devices, including the Galaxy SIII and Galaxy Note II.

 

Samsung asserted that, thanks to the Android platform, the internet capabilities of the Galaxy Camera are equal to those of the latest smartphones, while users will further be able to browse the web and enjoy any applications from Google Play or Samsung Apps stores.

 

Additionally, a Smart Content Manager enables users to create folders, tags faces, and even suggests which pictures to delete when they don't come out as desired.