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Casio Introduces the 9.1-Megapixel EXILIM EX-Z85 Digital Camer

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Casio Introduces the 9.1-Megapixel EXILIM EX-Z85 Digital Camer

EX-Z300 and EX-Z250 Features New Imaging Engine for Superb Photography; EX-Z85, a Stylish New 9.1 Megapixel Camera

AUGUST 20, 2008 -- Cameratown --  Casio America, Inc., in conjunction with it’s parent company, Casio Computer Co., Ltd. today announced the 9.1  megapixel (effective) EXILIM Zoom EX-Z85 camera, featuring a stylish design and packed with the kind of innovative features users have come to expect from Casio.

EXILIM Zoom EX-Z85- 9.1 effective megapixel camera with stylish design

The EX-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. The design of the focus frame and the color of the menu screen can be customized in accordance with each user’s wishes.  The EX-Z85 delivers high performance with a compact, stylish look.

“We are proud to welcome three new additions to the EXILIM family of sleek and attractive digital cameras,” said Bill Heuer, Vice President of Casio’s Digital Imaging Division. “The new EXILIM engine for high speed image processing takes these point-and-shoot digital cameras to a new level of functionality.”

Price and Availability

The three new cameras will be available at retail in October in the following colors:  The EX-Z300, MSRP $299.99, will be available in silver, black and pink; the EX-Z250, MSRP $249.99 will be available in silver and black and the EX-Z85, MSRP $179.99, will be available in brown and orange. 

More details on the powerful features of the three new cameras are provided on the following pages.

 


EX-Z85 Features

EXILIM Zoom EX-Z85 — Stylish 9.1 effective megapixel digital camera

Compact 9.1 effective megapixel camera with 3X optical zoom
This high performing model with 9.1 million effective pixels takes high definition photographs. It features a stylish design contained within a compact size. Body measurements for the EX-Z85 are 3.53” wide by 2.04” high by .75” thick.

EX-Z85 features focus frames and menu screens that can be customized according to users’ preferences

Focus frames: 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, and users will enjoy it, too.
Menu screens: Users can choose their preferred option from six different colors (black, chocolate, cinnamon, rose, sky blue and olive) as the color for the menu screens.

Auto Shutter function on the EX-Z85 shoots automatically when the subject smiles or when there is no blur
Using blur detection technology, the 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.

EX-Z85 records video in iTunes-compatible H.264 video standard
The camera uses the H.264 video standard, which utilizes the AAC audio codec widely enjoyed in Apple’s iPod and other mobile devices. It also enables recording of movies in an attractive wide-screen format. The camera also features a Movie Button that makes movie recording a snap.

EX-Z85 features automatic face recognition or face detection functions
The Face Recognition function in the EX-Z85 allows users to detect the presence of up to 10 people’s faces, and then, prior to shooting, the camera automatically recognizes the pre-registered face or faces that should be most clearly photographed, and gives those faces priority for correct focus and exposure.

Easy Mode makes it simple for beginners to operate the EX-Z85
The settings menu in the easy mode has been pared down to just three items — flash, self timer and image size — making it easy for even beginners to understand and use.

EX-Z85 features a 2.6 inch widescreen LCD
This camera comes with a highly visible 2.6 inch widescreen display. Information on camera settings is displayed in the “Control Panel” on the right hand edge of the screen, so settings can be changed quickly and easily.

EX-Z85 SPECIFICATIONS

 

EXILIM Zoom

EX-Z85

Number of Effective Pixels

9.1 million

Image Sensor

 

1/2.5-inch square pixel CCD

Total Pixels

9.30 million

File Format

Still Images

JPEG (Exif Version 2.2, DCF 1.0 standard, DPOF compliant)

Movies

MOV format, H.264/AVC, AAC (monaural)

Audio (Voice Recording)

WAV format (monaural)

Built-in Flash Memory (Image Area)

41.2MB

Recording Media

SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, MultiMediaCard, MultiMediaCardplus compatible

Number of Recorded Pixels

Still Images

3456 x 2592, 3456 x 2304 (3:2), 3456 x 1944 (16:9), 3072 x 2304,
2304 x 1728, 1600 x 1200, 640 x 480

Movies

848 x 480 (WIDE, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (STD, 30 fps), 320 x 240 (LP, 15 fps)

Recording Capacity
(When Set at Maximum Image Size)

Still Images

Built-in Flash Memory

Approx. 7 shots (Fine) / 13 shots (Normal) / 20 shots (Economy)

SD Memory Card 1GB*1

Approx. 170 shots (Fine) / 322 shots (Normal) / 478 shots (Economy)

Movies

Recording Time

Maximum recording capacity per file: 4GB*2

Built-in Flash Memory

Approx. 1 min. 14 seconds (WIDE)

SD Memory Card 1GB*1

Approx. 30 min. 24 seconds (WIDE)

Operating Speed

Power on to First Shot*3*4

Approx. 1.4 seconds

Shutter Release Time Lag*3*4

Approx. 0.008 second

Image Playback

Approx. 0.1 second/image

Shot to Shot Time*4*5

Approx. 1.7 seconds

Normal Speed Continuous Shutter*5

Approx. 1.1 second intervals

High-speed Continuous Shutter*6

Maximum is 5 frames per second

Flash Continuous Shutter

Maximum is 3 frames per second

Lens

Construction

6 lenses in 5 groups, including aspherical lens

F-number

F3.1 (W) to 5.9 (T)

Focal Length

 

f=6.3 to 18.9mm

35mm Film Equivalent

Approx. 38 to 114mm

Zoom

Optical Zoom

3X

Digital Zoom

4X (12X in combination with optical zoom)

HD Zoom

16X (640 x 480 pixels, both with optical and digital zoom)

Focusing

Focus Type

Contrast Detection Auto Focus

Focus Modes

Auto Focus, Macro Mode, Pan Focus, Infinity Mode, Manual Focus

AF Area

Spot, multi or tracking

Focus Range*7
(From Lens Surface)

Auto Focus

Approx. 15.75” to ∞ (W)

Macro

Approx. 3.94” to 19.69” (W)

Infinity Mode

∞ (W)

Manual Focus

Approx. 3.94” to ∞ (W)

Exposure

Exposure Metering

Multi-pattern, center weighted, spot by imaging element

Exposure Control

Program AE

Exposure Compensation

-2EV to +2EV (in 1/3EV steps)

Shutter Type

 

CCD electronic shutter, mechanical shutter

Shutter Speed*8

Auto

1/2 to 1/2000 second

Night Scene
(BEST SHOT)

4 to 1/2000 second


   
 

Aperture*9

F3.1 (W) to F5.6 (W)*10, auto switching

White Balance

Auto WB, Daylight, Overcast, Shade, Day White FL, Daylight FL, Tungsten, Manual WB

Sensitivity (SOS/REI)*11

Still Images

Auto, ISO64, ISO100, ISO200, ISO400, ISO800, ISO1600

Movies

Auto

Other Recording Functions

BEST SHOT

Yes: 30 scenes

YouTube™ Capture Mode

Yes

Face Detection

 

Yes

Face Recognition

Yes

Auto Shutter

Yes

Voice Recording

Yes

Self-timer

10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer

Built-in Flash

Flash Modes

Auto, Flash Off, Flash On, Soft Flash, Red Eye Reduction

Flash Range

Normal: Approx. .33’ to 8.53’ (W), approx. 1.97’ to 4.60’ (T)

Flash continuous shooting: Approx. 1.31’ to 4.60’ (W), approx. 1.97’ to 2.30’ (T)

Monitor Screen

2.6-inch wide TFT color LCD, 114,960 dots (479×240)

Timekeeping Functions

Date and Time

Recorded with image data

On-image Time Stamp Function

Yes

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

USB

Microphone

Monaural

Speaker

Monaural

Power Requirements

Rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-60) x 1

Battery Life

Number of Shots*12

Approx. 240 still images (CIPA standards)

Continuous Playback

Approx 4 hr. (still images)

Continuous Recording

Approx. 4 hr. (voice recording)

Dimensions (Excluding Projections)

3.53” (W) x 2.04” (H) x .75” (D)

Thinnest part: .70”

Weight (Excluding Battery and Accessories)

Approx. 3.53 oz

Bundled Accessories

Rechargeable lithium ion battery, lithium ion battery charger, AC power cord,
USB cable, AV cable, strap, CD-ROM

Specifications Subject To Change Without Notice.

*1. When using Panasonic (Matsushita) Pro High Speed 1GB SD Memory Card. *2. Within limits of memory and battery life. *3. When using built-in memory. *4. With built-in flash off. *5. When set at maximum image size and normal image quality. *6. Image is fixed at 1600x1200 pixels and normal image quality. *7. Range is affected by optical zoom. *8. Shutter speed range may be different depending on the BEST SHOT scene. *9. Using optical zoom causes the aperture to change. *10. F5.6 is the aperture when an ND filter is being used. *11. SOS: Standard Output Sensitivity. REI: Recommended Exposure Index. *12. Auto Mode, standard brightness monitor setting.

EXILIM and BEST SHOT are registered trademarks of CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. Apple, iPod and iTunes are trademarks of Apple. YouTube is a registered trademark of YouTube, LLC. Any other company or product names are registered trademarks or trademarks of those companies.

 



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