1. 5-megapixel sensor captures enough detail to create photo-quality 13-by-17-inch enlargements
2. Pentax SMC 3x optical zoom lens with 4x digital zoom
3. 2-inch LCD display; movie mode with sound; PictBridge compatible
4. Store images in 9.3 MB of built-in flash memory or on Secure Digital (SD) memory cards (memory card not included)
5. Powered by rechargeable Lithium-ion battery pack (included with charger)

Editorial Review :

The EX-Z50 is a thin, stylish, 5 megapixel digital camera with 3X optical zoom and 2" LCD Screen. High performance operation in an easy-to-use, compact design High-resolution images captured by the CCD with 5 million effective pixels. 3X optical zoom in a compact body Large 2.0-inch digital interface TFT LCD screen High quality lightweight aluminum body with comfortable handgrip. Long battery life for extended shooting on a single battery charge Up to 390 photos can be taken on a single charge, based on CIPA standards for battery life measurement. Quick response thanks to high-speed design The camera automatically selects fixed-focus Auto Pan Focus mode for instantaneous response when the shutter is pressed rapidly. Direct On function for one-touch operation of either picture taking or playback modes. Rapid start-up allows shooting approximately 1.6 seconds* after the power is turned on. Images are recorded approximately 0.01 seconds* after theshutter is released. 0.1-second high-speed playback for photo scrolling. *with the flash off More convenient functions Business Shot function compensates for photos taken at an angle and records them as though taken from straight ahead. Best Shot allows settings to be chosen by selecting from a collection of sample images. Extended shooting of video with sound can be performed until the memory is full. Noise Reduction processing makes night scenes more beautiful. Auto Macro function enables automatic switching between Macro and AF modes. 7-point Multi-Auto Focus automatically selects the optimum focus point location. Flash Assist function provides exposure compensation for areas not reached by the flash. Icon Guide function uses a pop-up guide to help the user when switching settings.<

Customer Review :

Junk

I wouldn't buy this camera again. The lens would not come out, I had it fixed and it did it again within two months. No more Casio products for me.

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Worst digital I have owned

After 700 pictures this camera's electronics failed while on vacation in Europe. After returning to the US, I contacted Casio and sent it in for service. Repair was more than I paid for the camera...thus I am looking for something not made in China. Good luck.

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Excellent product, been using for years, and works fine

I have been using this camera for several years, and I must say it still works very well, and the battery still lasts for a long time, excellent purchase, very recommended.

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Seller ships too slow need to return this item upon reciept

I ordered this camera pon 8 November and as of 2 December I still don't have it. I have been unable to find a way to cancel this order. I don't think too much of this seller and won't make another purchase from him. Delivery is slow, he offers no way for buyer to communicate with him. A Poor way to do business.

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Great for outdoor photos

I have been exceptionally successful taking some beautiful outdoor shots with this camera. Well-lit indoor shots also turn out well, but I've had some trouble getting darker photos to look good. I don't know whether the flash is weaker than other comparable cameras, but I feel as if the indoor photos some of my friends take are more impressive than mine. As nice as it is to have all of the available pre-set "scenes", I don't feel that the night settings work without a tripod to hold the camera absolutely still.

The sound recorded by this camera is of understandably-mediocre quality, and the same can probably be said for the video. One other potential issue: the documentation that comes with the camera is pretty poor, so you may feel the need to look online for instructions on how to use more advanced features (especially if you haven't had another modern digital camera). All told, the camera was probably a bit overpriced when I bought it 1-1/2 years ago, but it's been fun. I've taken ~1200 pictures with it (although not nearly all of them were good), and I expect to take thousands more.

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1. 7 mega pixel, 3x optical
2. 2.6" Wide Bright LCD
3. Face Detection Technology
4. You Tube Video Capture Mode
5. MPEG 4 H.264 Video

Editorial Review :

Slim styled, 7mega pixel digital camera with 3x optical zoom, with 2.6" bright LCD, face detection technology, anti-shake, MPEG 4 H.264 video and You Tube Video capture mode.

Customer Review :

Great, Slim Camera

I originally bought this camera for my wife. She wanted a camera that was slim and this camera is quite slim. First, the camera design looks sharp, alot nicer than the nikon coolpix 3200 that this camera is replacing. The LCD panel on this camera is large and sharp, great for reviewing photos just after we take a shot. There are loads of features and settings in this camera, far more than my wife would use.
The menu/user interface in this camera is VERY intuitive, you can definitely get by using this camera without using a instruction manual. The speed from shot to shot is extremely quick, Especially compared to the Nikon coolpix and Olympus 5050 we have been using. Picture quality is also superior to those cameras as well.
I had done quite a bit of research on this camera. This camera is essentially the same as the casio EX-Z75(which gets good reviews) except this model is had the Exilim Engine 2.0 for improved picture quality.
Overall, we are quite happy with this camera and we are considering buying a second one.

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Small, Solid Camera with many features

I have used this camera for a wide variety of purposes (a digital photography class, documenting artwork, short films, and documenting general life) and I have been quite pleased with its performance, considering its size and cost (Under $200 at time of purchase).

Benefits
Size: This camera fits in almost any pocket and is very easy to carry around; it is slightly smaller (LxW) and a tiny bit (about 2mm) thicker than my old 40GB iPod.
Solid Construction: The camera feels solid and has taken a lot of abuse and does not show it. I caught myself from falling with it in my hand in a soft case and there was no damage whatsoever afterwards.
Manual Controls: Once you get used to the interface, you can control almost any aspect of the camera you want to, within limits. In my digital photography course, I used the manual controls of the ISO, saturation, color filters, white balance, exposure compensation, and focus all the time to make shots that my professor thought were from a SLR. There are limits to the camera though: manual focus is very difficult to use. And you have no control over the shutter, which is very limiting in low-light conditions.
Features: The "Best Shot" (BS) capability of this camera is remarkably impressive. It is a set of presets for many different conditions including your typical portrait, scenery, backlighting, macro, etc. What makes the BS capability so nice are the unexpected presets like food, whiteboard, and voice recording. There are so many presets that most them will most likely not be used. The Face-recognition feature works well too, though I have not explored it much.
Battery Life: The battery on this camera lasts longer than I would have expected (250-400 photos at maximum possible resolution). This could be because I rarely use the flash, but I often take videos or make sound recordings and the battery still gets at least 250 photos on the highest possible quality.

Weaknesses:
Low-light: This camera does not make crisp photos in low light. In most low light situations, the auto mode will push the ISO to max (800) which makes the photos very grainy. If autoflash is on, it seems to use flash all the time. That said, if you manually set the ISO down and prop the camera on something (due to the long shutter), you can get nice photos.
Flash: The flash is okay. Nothing special, about the same as a disposable camera with a bit better fill. It takes a while to recharge the flash though.
Zoom: Nothing particularly wrong with the Zoom, it is just only 3x optic. The digital zoom works, but like all digital zooms, it only decreases picture quality.
LCD Screen: The colors are not quite accurate, and it sometimes crops your photo when you are reviewing it. I didn't notice its issues until I compared it side by side with a Canon digital elph (Don't know model, SD500 maybe).
Downloading photos: The cord is annoying and the cover is hard to remove. Just take out the SD card and read from the card - it is easier and you don't need to carry around the proprietary cord with you.

Summary:
I would definitely buy this camera again, particularly for its current lower-than-what-I-paid price. With 7.2MP, it makes pretty point and shoot photos for general documentation that can be scaled up to at least 13x17cm without loss in photo quality. With all of its features and manual options, you can do a lot with the camera that I would not expect. Little features like the whiteboard function (it automatically adjusts perspective of a photo so it looks like it was taken straight on) and the voice recording feature (it has a surprisingly good microphone built in) make this camera different from the others I have used (coolpix, digital elphs, etc) The limitations like low light performance, zoom, and a slightly confusing interface seem unavoidable in the ultra-compact camera market. So I would recommend this camera for general use because of its size and solidity, and I would recommend this camera to anyone who wants significant control over their photos but still wants a small point and shoot.

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Breaks easily

I've owned this camera for 4 months. Unfortunately the lens broke after bringing it to the beach. It says "lens error" and will turn itself off. From what I have read online, Casio does not frequently fix "lens errors" under warrenty because they believe they occur because of owner abuse. I'm crossing my fingers that Casio does correct the problem under warrenty, or it could cost me $120. Be very careful using this camera to not get sand or dirt anywhere near the lens, or accidentaly extend the lens when it is inside the camera case. The lens gears/components are ultra sensitive!

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Casio Exilim-Great Buy!

I purchased my Casio Exilim last year after being dissatisfied with many cameras in the past. I had been in the habit of buying the cheapest digital camera and soon realized that it was much more worth it to splurge on one quality camera. I chose the Exilim because it has a sleek design and is very thin so it fits well in my pockets, purse, and wristlet. I have been extremely pleased with the pictures it takes and with its ease of use. I love the color selection as well, it's a very cute camera.
The best feature of the Casio Exilim is the menu layout. The layout makes it very simple to change the flash timing, set a timer, and change sizes and modes. Also, the screen on the back of the camera is very large, taking up almost the whole back, which makes previewing pictures and looking back at them very easy and clear!
I have used other cameras in the past that have knobs on the top and the sides to change from camera mode to previewing picture mode, but the Exilim has buttons instead. I have found that having these two buttons makes it easier than ever to switch back and forth, and I really love the simplicity of buttons rather than knobs.
The Exilium has great battery life. I usually just use it on weekends and I can easily get by without charging it for a month. The battery charger is also very easy to use, it lights up red when it is charging and it lets you know when it's fully charged by changing colors. Also, I upload my photos to my computer every once in awhile and the Exilium makes it very easy to do so. It offers you a feature of deleting old photos from your camera that you have already uploaded to the computer, or to keep then on the camera. It offers you this each time you upload photos.
Overall I am extremely satisfied with the Casio Exilim and definitely suggest it for anyone looking for a long lasting, durable slim-fitting camera!

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Casio Elixium Z77

I purchased this product as a gift for and avid E-bayer, specifically because it touts an E-Bay mode. The insturction manual on the camera is woefully inadequate, and the lack of separation between the many languages it is printed in, makes it very hard to follow. The camera does not come with a memory card, an added expense. The battery seems to not hold a charge for long and must be removed from the camera to be charged. All in all I think I could have found a better camera for my friend.

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1. 9.1 Effective Megapixels deliver up to 3456x2592 still resolution and up to 848x480 movie resolution
2. 3x Optical Zoom - f= 6.3 to 18.6mm (35mm film equivalent - Approx. 38 to 114mm)
3. Built-in electronic-flash with anti red-eye, auto, fill in, off, and slow-flash modes
4. Multiple auto exposure and focus systems / Maximum shutter is 1/2000
5. ISO ratings auto, 64, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600

Editorial Review :

So the idea is to take great pictures without any fuss. That's the philosophy behind the Casio Exilim EX-Z85 digital-camera. This 9.1 effective megapixel camera features a stylish design but, beyond style, is packed with the kind of innovative features you expect from Casio.
For example, most pictures include images of family and friends. You want those to appear best. The Casio Exilim Z85 comes with a Face Recognition function that can detect the presence of up to 10 people's faces and then give priority to the faces of pre-registered people for correct focus and exposure, and an Auto Shutter function, which automatically takes a photo the instant camera shake ceases, as well as a Movie button that lets users easily record widescreen movies.
In addition to the usual rectangular focus frame that is indicated on the LCD monitor, users can choose from frame designs featuring a heart shape or a butterfly, for example. When the scene is properly focused, a clear heart shape is displayed, and when the scene is out of focus the heart shape breaks up. This makes it easy to see when the picture is in focus. To help keep things even sharper, the Casio EX-Z85 adds blur detection technology. The Casio EX-Z85 can automatically take a photo the instant that hand shake or subject movement stops, even without the need to push the shutter button. This reduces photo blur caused by the movement involved in pressing the shutter. The camera will also automatically release the shutter at the moment of a smile or the moment subject blur ceases in a panning shot. A shot can also be taken the moment the user's face fills the frame when taking a self-portrait.
A 3x Zoom lens covers landscape, normal, and telephoto perspectives. The EX-Z85 accepts SD and SDHC memory cards for ample image storage. It can shoot stills and movies. It shoots movies in widescreen too! Built for simple use, this camera is just what you need to get resu

Customer Review :

Pretty Good

I have this same camera in Orange, I have not had any problems with the camera as the other person on this review stated. The picture quality is pretty good, especially on easy mode, which makes it easy for us non photographers to take pretty decent pictures. I have been playing around more with the camera and am still finding features because it is against my religion to read the manual. I like it and its easy to carry around i would recommend this camera to anyone, except a professional photographer or those who aspire to be a professional but for random memory capturing, this camera works well for me and has for a while.

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Poor Quality - No support from Casio

Purchased this camera from Casio in July, 2009 for my daughter's Birthday. She used the camera a few times and seemed to like it. But in September the camera malfunctioned. When attempting to turn it on the lens would freeze and the screen would not turn on. I returned it to the Casio factory and they said the cost of repair would be $93.94.They claim the camera was dropped which is just not the case.I am very disappointed Casio would not stand behind this product.

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1. Standard Bundled Casio Accessories - Lithium-Ion Rechargeable Battery (NP-40); AC Adapter/Battery Charger; USB Cable; AV Cable; Strap; Software CD-ROM; Reference Material
2. 10.1 Megapixel sensor delivers Still Images - 3648 x 2736, 3648 x 2432 (3 - 2), 3648 x 2048 (16 - 9), 3072 x 2304, 2304 x 1728, 1600 x 1200, 640 x 480;Movies - 848 x 480 (UHQ Wide/HQ Wide), 640 x 480 (UHQ/HQ/Normal), 320 x 240 (LP)
3. Optical Zoom - 4X / Digital-Zoom - 4X
4. Focus Modes - Auto Focus, Macro Mode, Pan Focus, Infinity Mode, Manual Focus; AF Area - Spot, Multi or Tracking
5. Exposure Metering - Multi-pattern, center weighted, spot by imaging element; Exposure Control - Program AE; Exposure Compensation - -2EV to +2EV (in 1/3EV steps)

Editorial Review :

The high resolution, 10.1 megapixel EXILIM Zoom EX-Z200 featurea an EXILIM series first - a 4x optical zoom lens that can shoot as wide as 28 mm (equivalent). Also, in addition to the usual recognition technologies, the intelligence of this camera has been enhanced. It incorporates automatic scene differentiation and allows the shutter to be released automatically. This camera also includes CCD shift anti shake function.

Customer Review :

Not really

The movies recorded in UHQ-Wide mode are always choppy and the I/O of the camera cannot handle this resolution in movies even though they have this resolution available (UHQ-wide: 848 × 480)

As you go down with the resolution it performs OK.

Also, it does not optically zoom in the video mode. You can only digitally zoom which deteriorates the picture quality. The recorded sound is in mono rather than stereo.

Also, its not obvious how to manually tune the shutter speed other than using the available "best-shot" feature that modifies other setup parameters as well, which is not what you always want to do.

FYI.

I actually ordered this product but have been using my friends camera until it arrives for testing. I am not too impressed.


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Great simple family camera

This is a great camera for all-around simple use. Small, battery goes forever, extremely simple to use the advanced settings, fast response. Couldn't be better for our use.

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Long Lasting Battery

This camera comes with a long long lasting battery. I didn't have to charge for 2 birthday parties and half-day trip!!!

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Alll around best of this class?

Very good product. The zoom at the wide end is significantly wider than almost all other cameras of this class, and this is much more useful than having more at the telephoto end of the zoom. This is its most compelling feature as far as I am concerned.

Picture quality good for the small receptor size. Battery life is exceptional. Could be the ideal pocket camera.

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