Samsung's 2007 entry compact — 6MP CCD, 3x 35-105mm f/2.8-4.9, 2.5in LCD, SD cards, AA power
The Samsung S630 was an AA-powered budget compact announced in March 2007 in the S-series, the successor line to the Digimax S500/S600 generation, and some retailers still listed it under the older Digimax S630 name. It launched alongside the 7-megapixel S730 and 8-megapixel S850 as the entry model of the trio.
It carries a 6-megapixel 1/2.5in CCD and a 3x zoom covering 35-105mm equivalent at f/2.8-4.9, with a 5x digital zoom on top. Framing is on a 2.5in 150k-pixel LCD, Samsung's ASR (Advanced Shake Reduction) processing helps steady dim-light shots, and video records at up to 640 x 480. Around 20MB of internal memory is supplemented by SD cards, and power comes from two AA batteries in a 186g body.
This is an unfussy first camera: scene modes and auto operation dominate, AA power means it can be revived anywhere, and the lens range covers everyday snapshots. ASR is processing-based rather than true optical stabilisation, so expect softness at slow shutter speeds despite the badge.
AA operation keeps running costs minimal, but use NiMH rechargeables as alkalines drain quickly in cameras of this era. Check the battery door latch, which takes stress from frequent changes, confirm the SD slot reads cards, and look over the 2.5in screen for scratches. The mid-2000s CCD look is the main attraction, so verify clean images at base ISO.