Casio Exilim Digital Camera
Casio cameras have always been a popular name with younger consumers. Their quality products are never short of a few new surprises and the newest models on their Exilim line have innovation written all over them. My only word of warning for those interested in going the Casio way, is don't expect professional quality cameras even in the pro series. Their models are truly aimed at the mainstream consumer market and advanced amateur. Product offerings include point and shoot snapshot cameras, which are easy to use and well priced considering the features they offer. You will see that the pro series offer the most features and extras. This is definitely the way to go if you like manual controls, but aren't quite up to using a full-blown dSLR. See the Digital Cameras Buying Guide for information on the different aspects of a digital camera, plus how to choose the one that's right for you.
Ultra Compact
| EX-S500 |
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EX-S500  : - This super-compact, sleek, digital camera comes with a 5 megapixel resolution and a big 2.2" LCD screen.
- This lightweight model features a 3x optical zoom and several automatic correction elements that make your pictures come out better than ever.
- There's an anti-shake processor and an auto macro mode adjuster.
- Unfortunately, it doesn't have an optical viewfinder.
- It does take video images and it is compatible with PictBridge and USB Direct-Print technology.
- This is a perfect camera to throw in your pocket or purse. Great as a family snapshot camera.
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Zoom
| EX-Z1000 |
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EX-Z1000 - Ultra-thin camera packs an impressive 10.1 megapixel punch.
- Features wide-format, super-bright LCD screen.
- Optical 3X zoom.
- Has anti-shake DSP and Rapid Flash features.
- Has movie and sound recording capabilities.
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| EX-Z110 |
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EX-Z110 : - It's got a 6 megapixel resolution, 3x optical zoom, and it takes AA batteries unfortunately. The screen is a 2" LCD. On the other hand it does have an optical viewfinder, plus it can record video material.
- It also offers the picture correction functions as mentioned above.
- Easily connects to a printer for sharing and printing photos. The only drawback is that it has a proprietary USB plug instead of a standard cable, which means that if you lose or don't bring the cable with you, you will have no may of uploading your photos to a printer or computer.
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| EX-Z120 |
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EX-Z120 : - Here you will see an upgraded resolution, clocking in at 7.2 mpx. The optical zoom is the same as the Z100, and it takes AA batteries as well. However, it supposedly gets good battery-life.
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| EX-Z57 |
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EX-Z57 : - Model 1 features 5 megapixels, 3x optical zoom, and a massive 2.7" LCD screen. Not bad for a camera that goes for less than $300.
- It also has excellent battery life and is super slim and lightweight.
- Model 2 upstages the Z57 with a 7.2 megapixel resolution and twice the digital zoom (24x).
- Both can record videos, but only the Z750 can record voices. Both also offer 6 or more different lenses.
- Only major drawbacks on the Z750 are that its 2.5" LCD screen is not suitable for using in the bright outdoors and the optical zoom viewfinder is way too small to be useful.
- Excellent point-and-shoots for the money. Plus they both have easy to use buttons, some manual features, and easy switching between memory cards by the simple press of a button.
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| EX-Z850 |
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EX-Z850 : - 8.1 megapixel CCD and retracting 3x optical zoom lens.
- Large 2.5-inch, super bright TFT LCD display.
- Includes optical viewfinder.
- Super Life Battery allows up to 440 still images.
- Features the Anti Shake DSP, which reduces blurring caused by shaky hands or moving subjects.
- Manual aperture and shutter priority AE options can be set quickly via a convenient mode dial for customized photographs.
- Equipped with a cradle for charging batteries and easy connections to AV equipment and PCs.
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Pro
| EX-P505 |
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EX-P505 : - With 5 megapixels of resolution and a 5x optical zoom (40x total), this is not a bad compact digital. While keeping the professional user in mind, it also fits in the palm of your hand.
- Lots of automatic and manual features for both still and video pictures including best shot scenes.
- Flip and swivel 2" LCD screen.
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