The Samsung SL201 offers Digital Image Stabilization while the SL310W provides Dual Image Stabilization (Digital + Optical). With the SL201 and SL310W digital cameras the user can take pictures in 11 scenic modes including landscape, Close Up, Sunset, Dawn, Night etc. Function Description and Photo Help Guide gives you a brief and easy to understand description about the settings in the camera. The Face detection mode automatically detects about nine faces, adjusts focus as well as exposure settings to provide better image quality. The Self Portrait mode automatically detects the subject’s face and adjusts accordingly to take a photo provided the subject is in the centre of the frame.

The SL201 camera features a 10.2 megapixel camera, an optical zoom 3.0, 2.7” intelligent LCD, SD/SDHC memory card up to 8 GB, face detection AF & AE, auto red eye fix, multi slide show, function description, photo help guide, self portrait mode digital image stabilization.

“The SL201 truly makes it easy for anyone to take great pictures in virtually any situation,” said Tony Sorice Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Digital Imaging at Samsung Electronics America. “Its slim design allows consumers to take it with them wherever they go. With the Function Description Guide and a host of automated settings, it’s easier than ever to get the very best images in any environment.”

The Samsung SL310W offers 13.6 megapixel camera, optical zoom 3.6x 28 mm wide, 2.7” intelligent LCD, MPEG-4 movie mode, SD/SDHC memory card slot up to 8 GB, Dual Image Stabilization (Optical + Digital), 28mm wide-angle lens, self portrait, face detection, smile shot, blink detection, auto red eye fix, MPEG-4 recording, movie editing, optical zoom during movie, function description and photo help guide.

“The new SL310W sets a new standard for compact digital cameras in its class,” said Tony Sorice, vice president of Sales and Marketing for Digital Imaging, at Samsung Electronics America. “Typically, comparably priced digital cameras don’t offer a full suite of advanced features and functionalities like the more advanced point & shoots. With the SL310W, consumers have access to a number of advanced and helpful features, including Face Detection, Blink Detection, Smile Shot, as well as an impressive wide angle lens and Dual Image Stabilization. Compared to the competitive offerings in this category, the SL310W offers shooters MPEG-4 video, allowing them to record high-quality video clips while on the-go and an intelligent LCD screen that will automatically brighten or dim for easier viewing based on available lighting.”

The Samsung SL201 and SL310W cameras are priced at $169.95 (approx Rs. 7,249) and $229.95 (approx Rs. 9,807) respectively. Both these cameras are said to be available in September 2008.