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Samsung take lenses?

May 19, 2014 1:50AM PDT

Hi, Im a total newbert when it comes to cameras, I have bought a samsung wb1100f I think its a smart camera or bridge camera?, and was wondering if anyone know if it takes lenses? I basically want a lense that will make me focal point and make the background all soft and fuzzy looking for youtube videos.... Thank you Happy

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This seems to sell for 220 bucks.
May 19, 2014 2:00AM PDT
http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-WB1100F-16-2MP-Digital-Optical/dp/B00HV6KIA8

http://www.dpreview.com/news/2014/01/07/samsung-releases-wb35f-wb50f-and-wb1100f-ccd-wi-fi-compacts#press shows a 4.5 to 157MM range lens so I see no need to change lens and at 220 bucks that's what a lens alone can cost (or higher)

It's missing a viewfinder so for me a no-sale but nice idea and execution beyond that. I would expect average or better photos and the wireless transfers should make it nice if they executed that well. For me I use the old school ideas of "give me a viewfinder" and transfer via card or cable.
Bob
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camera choice
May 19, 2014 2:12AM PDT

I massively regret my camera choice! Lol i should have saved my money and paid more for a different camera, i didnt realise until i bought it and started using it i would want like a flip out screen to see myself as i film the Vlog and this extra bit to make the background all soft and blurry. I paid £150 in the sale from £300 (UK) as i start special effects makeup at uni in sept and needed a digital camera and i do like it, its really easy to use and was pretty cheap, i wonder if i can make the b/g blurry in editing. *such a n00b* sorry. Thank you for replying.

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I doubt the blur is due to the lens.
May 19, 2014 2:25AM PDT

The most common cause I encounter is lighting choices. Some new to camera work folk think we can correct that with the camera. Well, we could as we pay a few thousand for the huge lens and cameras you see on film productions (actually those run 5 to 6 or more figures!)

I suggest you add light. As to not seeing the screen, a pair of mirrors could fix that. Or just one big one behind the camera or better yet, get an assistant?

The best video log work I've seen does not focus on the speaker but on the product or topic. The days of the talking head are pretty much gone.
Bob

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Thank you
May 19, 2014 2:30AM PDT

The subject would kind of be my head, because its sfx makeup tutorials, but i see what your saying! As for the mirrors... Genius! Thank you for all your help, I will get some nice lighting and a mirror. Thanks for all your help Bob.

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Just to cover a point here. This camera is recording 720P
May 19, 2014 2:45AM PDT

This, in my opinion removes my doubt it's the lens or sensor to a lighting or other issue. 720P when blown up on today's large screens will seem a bit blurry but the still shots should be fine. Then in post production you can slide in your hi-resolution image. Still should look good enough on the small screen.
Bob