Camera Reviews: Samsung WB650 and WB600 15x Zoom Compacts

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Today we're testing two 15x zoom compacts from Samsung, the WB600 and WB650. Will they be good enough to rival this year's hit models? We take a closer look.

With these two new cameras, Samsung is clearly seeking to shake things up for the well-established compact kings: the Panasonic TZ10, Sony HX5V and Canon Powershot SX210 IS. Both cameras have a 15x optical zoom starting at a 24 mm focal length, and the higher-end WB650 has an attractive 3-inch AMOLED screen and integrated GPS. Will that be enough to rival the tried-and-tested trio? Let's find out.

> Test: Samsung WB650
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