Description
Samsung Galaxy S4 Zoom C101 8GB White WI, Factory Refurbished, GSM unlocked
Reconditioned to working order, the Samsung Galaxy S4 Zoom C101 8GB White WI listing is Factory Refurbished and GSM unlocked. It suits resellers in UMTS markets who sell at a camera counter rather than a phone counter, and enthusiasts who want a working 10x zoom phone without paying collector money for sealed stock.
Samsung built the Galaxy S4 Zoom SM-C101 in 2013 for buyers who wanted a point-and-shoot and a phone in one body. The camera side is a 16 MP sensor with a 10x optical zoom, optical stabilization, a xenon flash, a mechanical zoom ring, and a tripod socket; the phone side matches the Galaxy S4 Mini, with a 4.3-inch qHD Super AMOLED screen, a dual-core 1.5 GHz Exynos, 1.5 GB of RAM, 8 GB of storage, and a microSD slot. This C101 build is 3G HSPA+ only. Dealers buy reconditioned S4 Zooms from TG Wireless for GSM-market export, for collector and enthusiast resale, and for Wi-Fi camera use where a phone-sized zoom camera is handy.
Key specifications
| Model | Samsung Galaxy S4 Zoom SM-C101 (2013), 3G variant |
|---|---|
| Storage | 8 GB |
| Color | White |
| Network status | GSM unlocked |
| Operating system | Android 4.2.2 as shipped, updated to Android 4.4.2 |
| Display | 4.3-inch qHD Super AMOLED, 960 x 540 pixels |
| Chip | Samsung Exynos 4212, dual-core 1.5 GHz |
| Memory | 1.5 GB RAM |
| Expansion | microSD slot |
| Rear camera | 16 MP CMOS sensor, 10x optical zoom lens, optical image stabilization, xenon flash |
| Front camera | 1.9 MP |
| Battery | 2,330 mAh, removable |
| Connectivity | 2G GSM and 3G HSPA+ only (no LTE), Wi-Fi 802.11n, Bluetooth 4.0, NFC, micro-USB |
Condition: Factory Refurbished
Factory refurbished units have been reconditioned to close-to-new working order. They are not brand new and may show light signs of handling. TG tests and grades each unit before it ships. Tell your account manager whether you need units with the original box and accessories or handset-only packs; the mix varies by lot.
Network and compatibility
Running on 2G GSM and 3G HSPA+ only, with no LTE and no VoLTE, the SM-C101 gets no US carrier service today: 3G was retired across the US in 2022 and T-Mobile's 2G GSM followed on August 3, 2026. Lock state is per listing; see the network status line in the table. It still works as a phone in markets where GSM and UMTS are live, as a Wi-Fi-connected camera anywhere, and as a collector or prop piece. Confirm UMTS band support with the destination carrier before buying for export.
Resale fit
- Export to GSM and UMTS markets, where a phone with a real optical zoom still finds buyers at camera counters.
- Collector and enthusiast shops, since the S4 Zoom was a one-off design Samsung did not repeat after the K Zoom.
- Wi-Fi-only use as a compact connected camera for product photography, inspections, or prop work.
Ordering from TG Wireless
TG Wireless sells to the trade. Pricing is shown to approved dealer accounts, and your account manager confirms availability, quantities, and grade mix before invoicing. Orders typically ship within 24 hours of order placement by FedEx, UPS, or DHL, within the United States and internationally. TG Wireless's 12-month warranty applies, with coverage and RMA handling per your order documentation. Resellers with a valid resale certificate are not charged sales tax. The FAQ covers account setup and shipping questions.
