Samsung NX1 review

It's not just the spec that impresses, the image quality is excellent as well

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15fps continuous shooting

The NX1's 15fps continuous shooting mode is one of its headline features, but how well does the autofocus keep up with a fast-moving subject in low light?

Samsung NX1 continuous shooting

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Samsung NX1 continuous shooting

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Samsung NX1 continuous shooting

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Samsung NX1 continuous shooting

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Samsung NX1 continuous shooting

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Samsung NX1 continuous shooting

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Baseball mode

Baseball mode gave variable results.

Samsung NX1 Baseball mode

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Samsung NX1 Baseball mode

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Samsung NX1 Baseball mode

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