Kisaha
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Re: Samsung to discontinue its camera sector and focus on appliances and smartphones
I keep reading users say it has ended its camera division. Prove it, give me legitimate sources that say they have really decided to end its camera business and not just rumors.
With the newly released NX500, NX 1, and both premium S lenses . I am baffled at why Samsung decided to leave the camera market when they were doing so good.
I got both 16-50mm and 50-150mm premium S lenses and was waiting to see if they will release a NX2 in the near future. After reading what users have said, I feel like my has heart sunk down a black hole as I have been slowly waiting and collecting my camera gear to find out it may be "discontinued".
It would make sense if Samsung wanted to take a break and not release a new camera every year . Samsung can just release a new camera every 2-3 years when technology gets upgraded. We don't need a NX600 this year or a NX700 next year. Or a NX2 next year when it can be released 4 years later and supply current NX1 users with firmware updates to improve functionality and usefulness since aesthetics wise there is nothing wrong with it.
If it is true, I am quite disappointed. May as well just get the NX1 and not wait on something that will not come true.
You are right, the 2 cameras are still competitive, and NX1 i still the best crop-ed hybrid camera, so no need to rush it, but abandoning almost everymarket in the world is not a good sign.
I am not that optimistic any more, but I enjoy using my NX500/NX1 and lenses, so I am not worrying that much for the moment. In 2-4 yeara, I will examine my options again.
Maybe going full frame with Pentax or Panasonic, or waiting for a true great Canon mirrorless. For now NX is the best system for my needs, and a great modern experience.