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Casio Exilim EX-G1 announced November 18, 2009 is being touted as the world’s slimmest ‘rugged’ compact 12 megapixel digital camera that features a 3x optical zoom (38-114mm equivalent), 2.5 inch LCD, waterproof, dustproof, coldproof, and interval shooting.
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PCMag has posted their review of the Casio Exilim EX-G1 where they write – ‘The Casio Exilim G EX-G1 could be a good choice for those who need a thin and rugged camera, but its relatively low price comes at the cost of image quality.’
GoodGearGuide has posted their review of the Casio Exilim EX-G1 where they write – ‘All in all, the Casio Exilim EX-G1 is not the best camera if you’re looking to snap breathtaking, wall-size photos of the great outdoors, due to its lack of a wide-angle lens and its middling image quality in non-studio environments. But if you simply want to tote something to get quick shots on your next mountain-biking/white-water rafting/rock-climbing trip, it’s sturdy enough to withstand the journey.’
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CrunchGear
“It’s not only compact it takes great pictures, has some handy extra features, and it’s cool-looking to boot. The lack of HD video may be a deal-breaker for some, but those who can see past the numbers will know that the quality of the 720p on cameras like this is no great shakes, and 848×480 is sufficient for scuba diving videos. Now Casio, get started on a slow-mo-capable version of this thing!”
PCWorld
“All in all, the Casio Exilim EX-G1 is not the best camera if you’re looking to snap breathtaking, wall-size photos of the great outdoors. But if you simply want to tote something to get quick shots on your next mountain-biking/white-water rafting/rock-climbing trip, it’s sturdy enough to withstand the journey.”
ImagingResource
“For the price, outdoor snapshooters on a budget may be satisfied to use the Casio EX-G1 as their one and only camera. Enthusiasts, however, will want to keep the Casio EX-G1 set aside for times when conditions require a rugged, weatherproof model and use a more capable camera for their everyday images. As a rugged camera, though, the Casio EX-G1 earns a Dave’s Pick!”
TrustedReviews
“Despite its unconventional appearance the Exilim EX-G1 is actually a very competent adventure camera with class-leading shock protection. It’s a bit light on advanced features and the performance could be better, but it is easy to use and the image quality is much better than expected.”
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PCW
“The most important factor, image quality, was below par, with loss of focus at the edges, lens flare from sun reflecting off the glass, and the photos it produced were sometimes too soft. The EX-G1 looks good and was fun to use, but ultimately other cameras play the tough guy better.”
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WDC
“While it excels in the rough-handed department, it’s let down by a relatively low-spec, not a wide enough angle lens and, ultimately, so-so image quality.”
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CNET
“The Casio Exilim EX-G1 is a good first effort for a rugged camera. However, since the company has a solid design within reach, maybe it can redirect its energy to improving the feature set and photo quality.”
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PhotographyBlog
“Ultimately where the EX-G1 is a letdown is as regards the wildly variable quality of its images – it’s too inconsistent a performer to rate highly.”
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Pocket-lint
“If having a camera that will take punishment without breaking is a higher priority than anything else, the Casio Ex-G1 is worth considering – and, again, have we mentioned how cool it looks? – but, in a more sober light, there are better overall options out there.”
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DigitalCameraReview
“It’s survivable, shoots promptly, and produces good images if you can hold the ISO sensitivity below 400 and don’t need huge prints. All in all, that’s not a bad combination – if I were in the market for an all-weather compact digital I’d buy a G1.”
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DigitalCameraInfo
“Overall, the EX-G1 feels like a case of style over substance: it’s a small stylish camera, but the images it captures aren’t that good.”
StevesDigicams
“This is a super compact, tough camera. This is one you can stow in a backpack or bag and not worry about. It has features anyone would want in a point-and-shoot model and it takes great pictures. What more could you ask? Sure it’s expensive but I believe it will be durable enough to be a good investment that will serve its owner well.”
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Press Release
DOVER, NJ, November 18, 2009 – Casio America, Inc. and its parent company, Casio Computer Co., Ltd., announced today the release of the EX-G1 shock-resistant, waterproof, dustproof digital camera—the first in the company’s new EXILIM® G brand of digital cameras. With its smart design featuring functional beauty, the EX-G1 embodies Casio’s endurance-minded features and specifications in a sleek 0.78-inch** low-profile camera.
Casio first introduced the shock-resistant G-SHOCK® timepiece to the world in 1983. The G-SHOCK brand remains extremely popular among consumers and adventure enthusiasts around the globe thanks to its distinctive, unique design, rugged toughness and practicality, even under severe environmental conditions. In 2000, Casio launched the G’zOne™, a durable, water-resistant mobile phone.
Casio is positioning the EXILIM G brand in an “endurance” category, which demonstrates its determination to create digital cameras suitable for top athletes and adventurers. The endurance category caters to those who never quit challenging both extreme conditions and their own limits. The new model was developed to embody this brand concept, using Casio’s years of experience creating technologies for shock resistance, waterproofing and slim-line design.
The EX-G1 is designed with shock-resistant elements throughout the camera, both inside and out, creating a smart look in a slim-line camera with functional beauty. In addition to capturing high-resolution 12.1 effective megapixel images, the EX-G1 also features modes such as interval shooting and multi-image capture which utilize the camera’s endurance qualities. The interval shooting function can automatically take still photos or movies at fixed intervals, enabling users to capture great shots while engaged in active sports such as snowboarding or cycling***.
“Whether it is the lifestyle that you have chosen or your career path that requires you to carry a camera tough enough to endure life’s elements, the EXILIM G EX-G1 offers an endurance level that will withstand the demands of your daily routine,” says Toshi Iguchi, senior general manager of Casio’s Digital Imaging Division. “The EX-G1, Casio’s toughest camera to date, is a prime example of Casio’s constant devotion to creating cameras to accommodate all levels of photographers.”
Through rigorous testing, the EX-G1 has been designed and created with a shock-resistant shell which passes drop tests including multiple falls from seven feet.**** Featuring a two-layer construction with a stainless steel outer-casing, the EX-G1 inner body withstands shock and water damage. The camera’s intelligent design is constructed with a resin cover to protect the body side near the shutter and a resin lens ring to protect the lens.
The technologically-advanced design features waterproof performance and corresponds to IEC/JIS Protection Class 8 (IPX8) waterproofing. The EX-G1 can be used at depths at 10 feet for 60 continuous minutes*****. Water will not penetrate the camera even when directly sprayed with jets of water from every direction corresponding to Protection Class 6 (IPX6). Capable of withstanding temperatures as low as 14°F*****, Casio’s EX-G1 boldly captures images where any adventurer goes.
The EX-G1 will hit shelves in December 2009 with an MSRP of $299.99 and will be available in black and red.
