Digital Cameras Ratings

I can’t rave enough about this camera.It’s simply the most simple camera I’ve ever had the pleasure of taking pictures with.I love the fact that it’s about the size of a deck of cards.TINY!I think the “best shot” mode is a great idea.It takes all the fussiness out of taking anything other than a normal shot and it even makes taking routine shots a breeze.Turn the camera on and use the default automatic setting or hit the “best shot” button and you have a menu of options to tell the camera exactly what you’re photographing.Examples:portrait, scenery, candlelight, sports, sundown, autumn leaves, etc. etc. etc.You just click on your choice and the camera adjusts to the optimal setting for your subject.The pictures that I have taken have been no less than remarkable.I’m a novice at taking digital photos so this model was a great choice for me because it takes out all the guesswork and difficult attempts to adjust settings that I don’t even understand.The battery has a decent life span too!I would rate this a 10 out of 10.

Product Description
The EX-Z70 features Easy Mode, a user-friendly camera menu for beginners. Easy Mode simplifies the wide array of camera settings to three easy menus, image size, flash and self-timer. Best Shot function for getting optimal photo results simply by selecting a sample image of the type of scene the user wants to shoot. The camera’s lightweight aluminum body comes finished in either luxurious black or high-quality silver. The top of the body is rounded to give it a soft look, and the overall design is a perfect blend of fashion and functionality. eBay Best Shot mode is exclusive to the Casio Exilim line of digital cameras. eBay Best Shot mode enables automatic image optimization for eBay, configuring photos to fit eBay’s recommended specifications for image posting. Images are captured at 1600 x 1200 pixels and stored in 800 KB files. eBay Best Shot mode also includes Auto Macro, an ideal setting for capturing images of small items such as jewelry, tags, etc. thus automatically adjusting the focus from large items at a distance to fine details in close up shots.Still images Sensitivity -Auto, ISO50, ISO100, ISO200, ISO400 Recording Functions -Still images, still images with audio, macro, self-timer, continuous shutter (normal speed, high speed, flash continuous), Best Shot, movies with audio, voice recording Self-timer -10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer Built-in Flash -Flash Modes -Auto Flash, On, Off, Soft Flash, Red Eye Reduction 2.5 inch TFT color LCD Power Requirements -Rechargeable lithium ion battery Battery life -Up to 200 still images (CIPA Standards) Dimensions -Width 3.75 x Height 2.39 x Depth 0.78 inch Weight -4.16 ounces

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I bought this camera (EX-Z1050) four months ago to replace a Canon Power Shot, which I loved. I debated about the 7mp versus the 10mp for a while, because the size of the 10mp was about twice as thick. I went to a retail store to play with them and ultimately chose the 10mp model. Here’s what I found out after over 3000 pictures and videos (I’m a big picture guy with a toddler around)-

SUPER FAST STARTUP – about one second

AMAZING BATTERY LIFE – this camera exceeded all my expectations in this category. In fact I am still amazed by it. I do not take very many flash pictures, but I take a lot of video. I get about 800 pictures or 1 hour 20 minutes of continuous video before it dies.

SDHC FORMAT – this camera does not take regular SD cards, so you need an SDHC card for it. It is a completely different architecture than SD, but the capacity is huge, starting at 4GB. This new format does not work in regular SD card readers, so I bought a $13 SDHC card reader because I hate messing around with camera cables.

EXCELLENT VIDEO – This camera has the same video quality and frames per second as my $1200 JVC Everio GZ-MC200. The videos are taken in MPEG 4 and there is no need to convert the files, so they can be opened and played in standard windows media player.

EASY CONTROLS – Well designed controls and easy user interface

FAST – This camera is ready for another shot in ONE second and has a multiple shot mode that takes about 5 shots per second. Turning off or lowering the review mode will get you up and running even faster after a shot.

GREAT LCD – Great 2.7″ screen, very bright in direct sunlight. I have it on highest brightness/ contrast and the battery life is still amazing.

BEST SHOT MODES – Very convenient, I did not think I would ever use these, but I find myself always using them. These modes automatically adjust the white balance and color saturation for a given situation like Portrait, Bright Sun, Fluorescent, ETC. They are very easy to select and use and work well.

PHOTO SOFTWARE STINKS – The included photo software “hot photo” stinks. It loads into your tray, is always running in the background and sucks up your system resources. The usability is poor at best and any other photo software would be better. You do not need this software to use the camera.

IMAGE STABILIZATION – In my opinion the camera takes better photos with image stabilization off. I noticed a lot of noise in the blacks under high zoom in Photoshop when I had the Image Stabilization on. I took two sample shots from tripod with timer one with and one without to confirm my initial noise observation. It seems that noise and pixelization are apparent with Stabilization, but very clear sharp pictures without it. Bottom line is there is no substitute for a steady hand, so practice with the camera.

BOTTOM LINE – Get this camera. It’s cheap for about $200 and with an 8 GB HDSC card, card reader and case plus tax; you will get away with the whole package for about $300 bucks. Image quality is super in a very compact and user friendly package.

Product Description
The convenient, stylish and cool EX-Z1050 is a truly high-performance device. The elegant and high-quality compact metal housing of the EX-Z1050 gives the digital camera a matt shine. It is built with the highly sophisticated Exilim Engine 2.0, an image-processing module that improves image quality and boosts performance by delivering new motion analysis technology. The EX-Z1050 Exilim series also delivers high-speed, continuous shooting at 7 shots per second, empowering you to capture every split second of a scene.ISO -Auto and up to 800 Self-timer -10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer Light Metering Exposure Control -Multi pattern, Center weighted, Center spot Focus Range -Auto Focus 40cm to infinity, Macro 10 cm to 50 cm, Manual 10cm to infinity Built-in Electronic-Flash Modes -Auto, On, Off, Soft Flash, Red Eye Reduction Input & Output Terminals -USB/AV connector, USB 2.0 (Full-Speed) compatible Battery life -Up to 370 still images ( CIPA Standards ) Dimensions -Width 3.58 x Height 2.25 x Depth 0.95 inch Weight -Approximately 4.4 ounces (excluding battery and accessories)

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I bought this camera (EX-Z1050) four months ago to replace a Canon Power Shot, which I loved. I debated about the 7mp versus the 10mp for a while, because the size of the 10mp was about twice as thick. I went to a retail store to play with them and ultimately chose the 10mp model. Here’s what I found out after over 3000 pictures and videos (I’m a big picture guy with a toddler around)-

SUPER FAST STARTUP – about one second

AMAZING BATTERY LIFE – this camera exceeded all my expectations in this category. In fact I am still amazed by it. I do not take very many flash pictures, but I take a lot of video. I get about 800 pictures or 1 hour 20 minutes of continuous video before it dies.

SDHC FORMAT – this camera does not take regular SD cards, so you need an SDHC card for it. It is a completely different architecture than SD, but the capacity is huge, starting at 4GB. This new format does not work in regular SD card readers, so I bought a $13 SDHC card reader because I hate messing around with camera cables.

EXCELLENT VIDEO – This camera has the same video quality and frames per second as my $1200 JVC Everio GZ-MC200. The videos are taken in MPEG 4 and there is no need to convert the files, so they can be opened and played in standard windows media player.

EASY CONTROLS – Well designed controls and easy user interface

FAST – This camera is ready for another shot in ONE second and has a multiple shot mode that takes about 5 shots per second. Turning off or lowering the review mode will get you up and running even faster after a shot.

GREAT LCD – Great 2.7″ screen, very bright in direct sunlight. I have it on highest brightness/ contrast and the battery life is still amazing.

BEST SHOT MODES – Very convenient, I did not think I would ever use these, but I find myself always using them. These modes automatically adjust the white balance and color saturation for a given situation like Portrait, Bright Sun, Fluorescent, ETC. They are very easy to select and use and work well.

PHOTO SOFTWARE STINKS – The included photo software “hot photo” stinks. It loads into your tray, is always running in the background and sucks up your system resources. The usability is poor at best and any other photo software would be better. You do not need this software to use the camera.

IMAGE STABILIZATION – In my opinion the camera takes better photos with image stabilization off. I noticed a lot of noise in the blacks under high zoom in Photoshop when I had the Image Stabilization on. I took two sample shots from tripod with timer one with and one without to confirm my initial noise observation. It seems that noise and pixelization are apparent with Stabilization, but very clear sharp pictures without it. Bottom line is there is no substitute for a steady hand, so practice with the camera.

BOTTOM LINE – Get this camera. It’s cheap for about $200 and with an 8 GB HDSC card, card reader and case plus tax; you will get away with the whole package for about $300 bucks. Image quality is super in a very compact and user friendly package.

Product Description
The convenient, stylish and cool EX-Z1050 is a truly high-performance device. The elegant and high-quality compact metal housing of the EX-Z1050 gives the digital camera a matt shine. It is built with the highly sophisticated Exilim Engine 2.0, an image-processing module that improves image quality and boosts performance by delivering new motion analysis technology. The EX-Z1050 Exilim series also delivers high-speed, continuous shooting at 7 shots per second, empowering you to capture every split second of a scene.ISO -Auto and up to 800 Self-timer -10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer Light Metering Exposure Control -Multi pattern, Center weighted, Center spot Focus Range -Auto Focus 40cm to infinity, Macro 10 cm to 50 cm, Manual 10cm to infinity Built-in Electronic-Flash Modes -Auto, On, Off, Soft Flash, Red Eye Reduction Input & Output Terminals -USB/AV connector, USB 2.0 (Full-Speed) compatible Battery life -Up to 370 still images ( CIPA Standards ) Dimensions -Width 3.58 x Height 2.25 x Depth 0.95 inch Weight -Approximately 4.4 ounces (excluding battery and accessories)

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This camera was second choice to the Canon powershot.I did my research online and found a lot of pleased consumers, so I decided to buy it.I have yet to regret my decision.The pictures come out very clear, crisp colors.Very easy to use, menus are straight forward, battery life is AWESOME!! I bought the camera a month ago, have used it several times and have yet the need to charge the battery.This camera is definitely worth the money.

Product Description
The Exilim Zoom EX-Z75 Digital cameras features a Wide LCD Display for improved image viewing and ease of use while delivering an effective 7.2 Megapixels. The EX-Z75 features the slim looks, quick shooting style including Anti Shake DSP for reducing photo blur due to shaky hands or moving subjects. Its 2.5-inch wide LCD display, makes it enjoyable for users to capture breathtaking wide aspect ratio images, making the camera functions easier to see and operate. Pictures taken in a portrait format can be manually rotated for playback in landscape format.Auto Exposure Control Light Meter -Multi Pattern, Center Weighted & Center Spot ISO -Auto up to 800 White Balance -Automatic, fixed 6 modes, manual switching Self-Timer -2, 10 Seconds & Triple Self-Timer Recording Modes -Single image, Best Shot, movie with sound, single image with voice, Continuous Shutter, Voice Recording, macro, self-timer Built-in Electronic-Flash System -Auto, manual-on, manual-off, Red Eye-Reduction, Soft Flash USB/AV Interface with NTSC & PAL compliant Input/Output Terminals Battery Life -Up to 230 Stills Dimensions -Width 3.76 x Height 2.39 x Depth 0.77 inch (95.4 mm x 60.6 mm x 19.6 mm) Weight -122 grams without battery and memory card

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Definitely recommended.This is my second digital camera.The first was circa 2003 (i.e., the dark ages) so this is a major advancement in all categories.The large, bright screen is a joy to use.It almost eliminates the need for a viewfinder.It is quick to start up and the controls are clear and simple.It’s fast and easy to switch back and forth from taking pictures to viewing them.The battery life is outstanding–at least 5 days of active use.My only beef is the non-standard USB port–I wish they’d used the standard mini-B port.However this ain’t that big a deal since I generally just pop the SD card out to transfer pics to the computer.

Product Description
Slim styled, 10 mega pixel digital camera with 3x optical zoom, 2.6″ wide bright LCD, face detection technology, anti-shake, MPEG 4 H.264 video and You Tube Video capture mode.

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