Camera Phone Reviews

Samsung SPH-M510

Infosync reviews the Samsung SPH-M510 and writes, "The M510 includes a standard 1.3-megapixel camera/camcorder that takes grainy, washed-out snapshots, like we've seen on dozens of other handsets. This didn't change when we shot video with the phone. The camera's interface is clear and simple and we appreciated that the M510 used its entire screen as the view finder. Unfortunately, the camera doesn't include many features outside of digital zoom and white balance adjustment. The clamshell does offer many ways to transfer and send images including MMS, PictBridge and Bluetooth."

SlashGear has a review of the Sprint M510 and writes, "As for the camera, it seems little changed from the M500; that means reasonable images, with decent colour-balance marred by some focussing issues and a dislike of bright lights. PictBridge support is still there, and will work either by USB cable or Bluetooth, or you can send pictures and video via MMS. Talking of messaging, there’s still no IM client so you’re stuck with SMS for casual chat. ... Buyers of the M510 would seem to fall into two main categories: those who want a media phone with access to Sprint’s online catalogue (and who will need to have pretty deep pockets to keep buying tracks) and canny business types who want a simple phone they can tether to their laptop for EV-DO on the move. Neither will be disappointed by their choice."

MobileTechReview has a review of the Samsung M510 and writes, "The Samsung M510 has a 1.3 megapixel camera that can take both still photos and video clips with audio. You can shoot photos in four resolutions with 1280 x 960 as the maximum resolution and 176 x 220 as the lowest. You can choose from three picture quality settings and to 4 levels of digital zoom (when not in the highest resolution). In addition to common settings including white balance and brightness, the camera software also offers fun frames and color tones for those who wish to decorate their photos with some personal touches. The photo quality is decent by 1.3 megapixel camera standards. The photos have good color balance and nature exposure. Noise level is lower and images are sharper compared to the 1.3 MP camera on the Samsung u620. Like many camera phone with 1.3 MP camera, the Samsung M510’s camera is susceptible to white-out in low light conditions."

MobileBurn reviews the Samsung M510 and writes, "In our tests, photo quality was acceptable. Occasionally exposure appeared a bit off and a bit cool (blue), but overall the device's camera took reasonable photos. The M510's video recorder can record long videos or 30 second short videos for Sprint's Picture Mail application. The manufacturer has included a microSD expansion slot that comes in handy when using anything in the multimedia department. You can easily store your pictures or your videos directly to the card with no problems. I personally prefer to use my PC to view my photos and videos but Sprint does offer easy and quick uploads to its Picture Mail website so you can share your photos with friends and family. In addition, the M510 supports PictBridge, which allows easy transfer of photos using a USB cable to a PictBridge supported printer."