Samsung has introduced its latest flagship DSLR camera, the the pro-oriented NX1 mirrorless camera for Photokina 2014, boasting the first APS-C sized BSI-CMOS sensor. In short, the 28.2MP NX1 also offers a hybrid autofocus system with 205 Phase Detection AF points covering 90% of the frame, an AF speed of just 0.055sec and it is also dust and splash resistant. It is capable of recording 4K video (HEVC Codec H.265), offers 15 fps burst shooting with continuous autofocus, and provides a 2.36M dot OLED EVF. In addition, it offers advanced wireless features including built-in 802.11ac Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity.

The intelligent Samsung Auto Shot (SAS) feature automatically takes the picture at the right moment. Thanks to the NX1?s brand-new DRIMe V processor, the hardware algorithms can recognize high-speed motion, and equate shutter-lag in real-time. Even with a fast shutter speed and high speed drive, it can still be difficult to capture action (like the moment a baseball player strikes the ball).

Samsung?s newly designed 28MP APS-C CMOS Sensor is featuring a Back Side Illumination (BSI) structure with a micro lens array. Compared to conventional CMOS sensors, Samsung says that the BSI reduces noise more effectively by keeping the path between the lens and sensors clear so more light can hit each pixel, lowering the signal-to-noise ratio.

The NX1 supports native ISO 100-25600 and extended ISO to 51200. Furthermore, utilizing new technology, even subtle noise produced by cameras that cannot be seen by the naked eye can be effectively diminished. This technology works by distinguishing each imaging area, such as edges, textures, or skies and applying different types of noise reduction to the individual parts.

All video files are stored on the SD Card so that an external 4K recorder is not necessary.

The camera's Electronic Viewfinder (EVF) is an XGA OLED display with 2.36 million dots. Bolstering the EVF, the NX1?s DRIMe V Image Processor cuts down lag time to just 0.005-seconds so that the EVF reflects the scene being shot in nearly real time.

The NX1 is also equipped with a 3.0-inch FVGA Super AMOLED display with touch capabilities. It offers Wi-Fi functionality fast enough to allow users to watch 4K movies on UHD TV via wireless streaming. In addition, it is the first Bluetooth equipped CSC, boosting Samsung's Smart Camera offering and allowing users to pair it with smartphones and tablets.

Samsung also expaned the NX lens range with the new 50-150mm 2.8 S ED OIS lens. With its F2.8 maximum aperture and 35mm equivalent 77-231mm focal range, this multipurpose S-series lens is suited to a wide range of scenarios. Additional features include Advanced Multi-Axis Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) system with up to 4.5 stops (at mid range, under the CIPA standard), Samsung?s Ultra Precise Stepping Motor (UPSM), and dust and splash resistance offered by Samsung Hyper Shield (SHS).

The Samsung NX1 will be offered body-only for $1499.99, or as a 'premium kit' with 16-50mm F2-2.8 lens, battery grip, and extra battery for $2799.99.

Samsung NX1 Specifications

Samsung 50-150mm F2.8 S ED OIS Lens Specifications