Casio Exilim EX-S10

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Casio Exilim EX-S10 features:

• 10 megapixels
• 2.7 inch LCD
• 3x optical zoom
• ISO 50 to 1600
• YouTube capture mode

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Pocket-lint has reviewed the Casio Exilim EX-S10 and they write:
“The Casio Exilim Card EX-S10 is a very nice little camera; it looks good, is well made, and can produce good low ISO shots. The barrel distortion at the wide end of the lens is a lack in terms of the lens performance.”
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SteveDigicams has reviewed the Casio Exilim EX-S10 and they write:
“I am more impressed with the Casio Exilim EX-S10 than I thought I would be. The really slim cameras do not always offer quite the same picture quality as larger models, but in this case I would be happy to own this camera.”

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SteveDigicams has reviewed the Casio Exilim EX-S10 and they write:
“A stylish and ultra-thin 10-megapixel digicam, the Casio Exilim S10 is also quite the performer. The camera is very easy to use, and comes loaded with pre-programmed “best shot” modes for any shooting situation. The only setback is the outdoor exposures were a little overexposed at some points.”

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ePhotozine has reviewed the Casio Exilim EX-S10 and they write:
“I’m extremely impressed with this camera. The expansion of the smile detection auto trigger to include panning and blur detection are a fabulous step forward to help people improve their quality of photographs.

If you’re in the mood for a thin, good looking camera with features dripping off it, then have a serious look at this one.”

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InfoSync has reviewed the Casio Exilim EX-S10 and they write:
“The Casio Exilim Card EX-S10’s strengths lie in its attractive styling, it automatic-shutter modes, and its top-notch video. It’s image quality isn’t quite as notable for its price-point - we would have preferred its larger sensor be wed to fewer pixels for better noise-management and more dynamic contrast - but its photographs are by no means a deal breaker. For those searching for a cool looking camera that takes good photos and packs features galore, the EX-S10 could fit the bill.”

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CNET.co.uk has reviewed the Casio Exilim EX-S10 and they write:
“Call us shallow, but we judged the Casio Exilim EX-S10 on superficial first impressions. We thought that the slender frame and underwhelming specs would add up to another uninspiring point-and-shoot. The giant screen was the first clue that it was more than that, with the video record button, options sidebar and tweakable features showing an admirable attention to detail.”

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MichaelDolan has reviewed the Casio Exilim EX-S10 and he writes -
“If you’re looking for a slim camera that you can take anywhere and that takes relatively decent photos and videos, then this Casio is a great buy. I’ve never seriously considered a Casio and have always recommended Canon P&Ss to my friends and family, but that may change with the S10. Other Casios CANNOT be assumed to “be just as good” so be careful which one you buy.”

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TrustedReviews has reviewed the Casio Exilim EX-S10 and they write -
“As a small snapshooter the Casio may not suit everyone, even though it offers something for everyone. The handling is down to taste and personal physiology, so we can’t expect the perfect camera, but the small form is quite fiddly. In terms of images the camera is also hit and miss, with reasonable but not great results. A stand out feature is the dynamic range but other than that the camera produces too many blurred, noisy and distorted images. Most snappers won’t notice, but there are so many cameras available that are better that it would be a shame to miss out just through ignorance.”

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DigitalCameraReview has reviewed the Casio Exilim EX-S10 and they write -
“The S10 is a good camera if many ways. It looks good, it’s easy to shoot with, and it performs well in many areas: white balance, LCD screen, and auto focus (when pre-focused). But there were also areas in which the S10 was below average, most noticeably the lack of optical/mechanical image stabilization and weak ISO above 400.

Which leads me to my recommendation: the S10 is a good ultracompact camera when shooting in any well-lit area. If you are an amateur photographer who shoots mostly shots of outdoor events, family shots, or well-lit indoor events, the S10 could be the camera for you.”

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Specifications

[Official Casio Specifications]

Press Release

Casio’s EXILIM series was born with the appearance in 2002 of a “wearable card camera” — a digital camera with a very slim form. The new EXILIM Card EX-S10 maintains all of the powerful functionality of the cameras that were later developed in that line (high pixel count, zoom functionality, LCD monitor, photo functions, etc.) but it also embodies a return to a stylish thin form and a strong design presence.

*As at January 6, 2008, for 10-megapixel class digital cameras. Based on Casio survey.

Thin form with a refined design The camera’s stylish body, measuring 94.2 mm wide, 54.6 mm high and 15.0 mm thin (13.8 mm at the thinnest part) is the product of Casio’s relentless pursuit of thinness. It is finished according to two design requirements — a high quality feel created by the stainless steel body, and a unique beauty derived from its coloring. The camera comes in four colors — red, blue, silver, and black.

10.1 million effective pixels, and a 3x optical zoom lens This new camera’s thinner, smaller body was made possible without sacrificing high resolution image quality using a newly developed 1/2.3 inch CCD. Its high resolution images can be used to create beautiful prints even when enlarged or when the image is cropped.

2.7-inch wide and bright LCD offers high contrast The camera incorporates Casio’s newly developed Super Clear LCD. This produces extremely sharp and vivid images, thanks to its high contrast ratio and its 230,160 dot high resolution. The display can be viewed easily from above, below, left or right thanks to its wide viewing angle, and it is extremely bright, making it easy to see even in daylight.

Auto Shutter function automatically records the moment of a smile or the instant when hand shake ceases Using motion blur detection technology, the camera can automatically take a photo at the instant when hand shake or subject movement ceases. Users can also automatically capture the moment of a smile, the instant when subject movement due to panning ceases, or the moment when their own face fills the frame as they point the camera towards themselves.

iTunes-compatible H.264 video The camera uses the H.264 video standard, which utilizes the AAC audio codec widely enjoyed in Apple’s iPod, etc. It is also possible to record movies in an appealing wide format. The camera also features a Movie Button which makes movie recording easy.