The i5 comes in an ultra sleek design without compromising its sound image quality. Equipped with the Samsung's exclusive industry leading SHD lens technology, 1/2.5-inch five Megapixel CCD image sensor, 5X digital zoom as well as 3X optical zoom, the i5 fully utilizes unparallel digital and optical technology which reproduces outstandingly high quality five Megapixel digital photographs. Besides, the i5 supports MPEG-4 with 3x optical zoom for video recording and offers users the choice of two modes: the standard and delicate modes to record a movie clip of up to 30 frames per second at a high resolution of 640 x 480. Furthermore, the i5 possesses Samsung's proprietary SF function, which enables perfect image quality even in less than satisfactory environments. With this distinctive capability, the best image clarity and colors are guaranteed regardless of the weather and geographical constraints. It also effectively reduces visual problems due to flashes and eliminates the occurrence of red-eye phenomena.
Various enhanced photographic features are also embedded in the i5, these include a diversified range of auto macro and auto focusing options, and eleven kinds of scene modes for photography-lovers to choose from. The super macro function, in particular, enables subjects to be photographed up to as close as 1 cm. The incredible i5 also features a 3X optical zoom capability, which immediately displays the images on the LCD screen. Supporting the text recognition function, users can easily convert scanned text images such as newspaper, books, and magazines into text files on their computers by using the specific software supplied.
With the built-in 50MB memory, the i5 provides multiple slots that support SD/MMD memory cards. Its Lithium-ion battery allows users to take more than 150 photos at any time and in any place so that they can just relax and enjoy taking pictures without the trouble of worrying about battery life. Having the PictBridge compatibility, the i5 enables users to print photos directly from the camera on a compatible printer without the need for a computer. Users can also connect their computers, mobile phones or remote controls with the convenient cradle for transferring photographs and battery charging via the fast USB 2.0 interface.