Casio Introduces Stylish New 8.1 Megapixel Digital Camera
EX-Z9 Offers Increased Portability and 23 Best Shot Modes to EXILIM Zoom Series
of Digital Cameras
DOVER, NJ, MARCH 6, 2008 — Casio America, Inc. introduced the latest addition to its stylish series of EXILIM® digital cameras today, the EXILIM Zoom EX-Z9. This newest member of the EXILIM line features a stylish, slim and compact design to increase portability, and provides an improved 8.1 megapixels of image resolution with 3X optical zoom.
This new model stays true to the user-friendly features that have become standard to the EXILIM Zoom series. The 2.6-inch wide LCD display enables users to easily navigate camera operations and enhance the review of images, while the 23 Best Shot Modes and face detection technology help users take high quality photos without having to adjust camera settings.
“Whether you are taking snap shots of your family at the park or your friends at a concert, this high-quality digital camera is sure to satisfy all of your photographic wants and needs,” said Bill Heuer, Vice President of Casio’s Digital Imaging Division. “Casio’s innovative YouTube Capture Mode allows videos to be recorded and uploaded directly to YouTube in as few as 3 steps, making the EX-Z9 perfect for online video enthusiasts.”
The EX-Z9 comes loaded with other useful features including Anti Shake DSP which reduces photo blur from shaky hands or moving subjects, allowing users to shoot images with ease and confidence. Easy Mode simplifies the camera settings to three easy menus (image size, flash and self timer). With Easy Mode, the camera is set to take great photos in every situation without having to check presets or accidentally making a wrong adjustment. Casio’s Face Detection Technology maintains a sharp focus and the correct exposure for the human face.
Available at retail in March, the EX-Z9 will be available in pink, black, silver and orange and will have an MSRP of $159.99.
MAIN FEATURES
- Stylish, slim, compact model featuring 8.1 million effective megapixels and 3x optical zoom.
- Generous 2.6-inch wide LCD display
- 23 Best Shot Modes for high quality images
- Anti Shake DSP for reducing photo blur due to shaky hands or moving subjects
- Easy Mode for simplifying the camera settings
- Casio’s Face Detection technology for maintaining a sharp focus
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SPECIFICATIONS
| Casio EXILIM Zoom EX-Z9 Specifications | |
| File Format | Still images: JPEG (Exif Ver. 2.2, DCF1.0, DPOF)Movies: Motion JPEG, AVI format, IMA-ADPCM (monaural)Audio (Voice Recording): WAV format (monaural) |
| Recording Media | 18.6MB built-in flash memory, SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, MMC (Multimedia Card), MMC plus (Multimedia Card plus) compatible |
| Number of Recorded Pixels | Still images: 8M (3264×2448) / 3:2 (3264×2176) /16:9 (3264×1840 / 6M (2816×2112) /4M (2304×1728) / 2M (1600×1200) /VGA (640×480) Movies: 848 x 480 (HQ Wide)640 x 480 (HQ/Normal) / 320 x 240 (LP) |
| Number of Effective Pixels | Approx. 8.1 megapixels (/million) |
| Image Sensor | 1/2.5-inch square pixel CCD Total Pixels: 8.29 megapixels |
| Lens/ Focal Length | F2.8(W) – F5.2(T) / f=6.2 – 18.6mm (Approx. 37.5 – 112.5mm equivalent to 35mm film) 6 lenses in 5 groups, including aspherical lens. |
| Zoom Ratio | 3 x optical zoom, 4x digital zoom (12 times both with optical and digital zoom) HD Zoom Maximum 15.1x (@VGA, both with optical and digital zoom) |
| Focus | Focus Type: Contrast Detection Auto FocusFocus Mode: Auto Focus, Macro Mode, Pan Focus, Infinity mode, Manual focusAF Area: Spot, MultiFocus Range (Still Images): Auto focus: Approx. 15.79″ – Infinity (W) Macro: Approx. 5.91″* – 19.69″ (W) Infinity Mode: Infinity (W)
Manual focus: Approx. 5.91* – Infinity (W) * Using optical zoom causes the aperture to change. |
| Exposure Metering | Multi pattern, Center Weighted, Spot by CCD |
| Exposure Control | Program AE |
| Exposure Compensation | -2EV to +2EV (in 1/3EV steps) |
| Shutter Type | CCD electronic shutter and mechanical shutter |
| Shutter Speed | Auto : 1/2 – 1/2000 secondNight Scene : 4 – 1/2000 second(Depending on user’s setting of Camera |
| Aperture | F2.8(W) – F5.6(W) (ND filter is being used.)(Using optical zoom causes the aperture to change.) |
| White Balance | Auto WB, Daylight, Overcast, Shade, Day white Fluorescent, Daylight Fluorescent, Tungsten, manual WB |
| Sensitivity (SOS/REI)* |
Still images: Auto/ ISO64/ ISO100/ ISO200/ ISO400/ ISO800/ ISO1600Movies: Auto * SOS: Standard Output Sensitivity. REI: Recommended Exposure Index. |
| Self-Timer | 10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer |
| Flash Mode | Auto, Flash off, Flash on, Soft Flash, Red eye reduction |
| Flash Range | Normal:Approx. .49′ – 9.19′ (W) Approx. 1.31′ – 4.92′ (T) * Range is affected by optical zoom. |
| Flash Charge Time | Approximately 7 seconds |
| Recording Functions | Snapshot, Marco, Self-timer, Continuous shooting(Normal Speed CS), BEST SHOT, Face Detection, Movie(Normal Movie, For YouTube), Voice Recording * Audio recording is monaural |
| Playback Functions | Playback Zoom (8X), 12-image Screen, Start-up Images, Rotate, Re-size, Trimming, Copy, BGM Slideshow |
| Other Functions | Key Customization, PictBridge, Video Output(NTSC/PAL) |
| Image Deletion | One image / All images With memory protect function |
| Approximate Maximum Audio Recording Times | After Recording: 30 seconds per image Voice Recording: 56 minutes 4 seconds (when using built-in memory) |
| Monitor | 2.6-inch TFT color LCD w. 114,960 dots (479 x 240) |
| Viewfinder | LCD monitor |
| Timekeeping Function | Built-in quartz digital clock Date and Time: Recorded with image data With time stamp function Auto Calendar: To 2049 |
| World Time | 162 cities in 32 time zones City name, date, time, summer time |
| Input / Output Terminals | USB/AV port (USB compatible) |
| Microphone | Monaural |
| Speaker | Monaural |
| Power Source | Rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-60) x1 |
| Power Consumption | 3.7V DC, Approximately 3.2W |
| Dimensions | 3.64″ (W) x 2.17″ (H) x .91″ (D) (excluding projections; .80″ at thinnest point) |
| Weight | Approximately 4.48 oz. (excluding battery and bundled accessories) |
About Casio America, Inc.
EXILIM is a registered trademark of CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. “FSE” is a product provided by Oki Electric Industry Co., Ltd. For more information about “FSE”, visit OKI’s website at http://www.face-sensing-engine.com. YouTube is a registered trademark of YouTube, LLC. Any other company or product names are registered trademarks or trademarks of those companies.
Casio America, Inc., Dover, N.J., is the U.S. subsidiary of Casio Computer Co., Ltd., Tokyo, Japan, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of consumer electronics and business equipment solutions, established in 1957. Casio America, Inc. markets calculators, keyboards, digital cameras, mobile presentation devices, disc title and label printers, watches, cash registers and other consumer electronic products. Casio has strived to realize its corporate creed of “creativity and contribution” through the introduction of innovative and imaginative products. For more information, visit www.casiousa.com
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