Analog Gagues on new Samsung TL9 PS

[mensogi]

Just goes to show the R-D1 was ahead of its time. (Image from gizmodo)

From the press release,

...incorporates a unique design element which graces the top of the camera's body - dual analog gauges. The small gauges, located next to the power button, display remaining battery life and memory capacity in a way that's easy for the shooter to access while on the go.

 

[kshapero]

Great. Now pixels will cost $4 a gallon and you'll have to take out a loan to top out that gas gauge. 😉

Looks like they are stealing Nikon's P&S idea with the funky gauges.

Nikon? I thought it was the R-d1 they were stealing from.

 

[Keith]

I've heard that Leica are going to take retro one step further with the M9. There will be a series of small holes along the top of the camera and each time you take a pic you move a small peg (supplied) along one position. When you get to the end of the row of holes you know it's time to change the memory card! 😛

 

[wstotler]

Steampunk = Cool.

Steampunk = Cool.

I've heard that Leica are going to take retro one step further with the M9. There will be a series of small holes along the top of the camera and each time you take a pic you move a small peg (supplied) along one position. When you get to the end of the row of holes you know it's time to change the memory card! 😛

LOL. Replacement Peg Set: $85.

Seriously, steampunkish analog dials not only look cool but are functional, to boot. I like the Full/Empty dial as it clearly tells you how many shots are left (overall) visually without forcing you to think about what a displayed number "means." Thanks for sharing.

Later!
Will

 

[Tuolumne]

LOL. Replacement Peg Set: $85.

Seriously, steampunkish analog dials not only look cool but are functional, to boot. I like the Full/Empty dial as it clearly tells you how many shots are left (overall) visually without forcing you to think about what a displayed number "means." Thanks for sharing.

Later!
Will

I love analogue dials, too, and especially love them on my R-D1. But honestly, I've never had to think much about the number of shots shown in a digital display.

/T

 

[nksyoon]

Nikon? I thought it was the R-d1 they were stealing from.

Nikon 35ti and 28ti

Source: http://www.mir.com.my/rb/photograph...models/compact-images/Nikon35Ti28Ti/index.htm