Latest – Review by InfoSync (added 22 October’08)
Casio Exilim EX-Z9 is an 8.1 megapixel point-and-shoot digital camera that features a 3x optical zoom, 2.6 inch LCD, YouTube capture mode, and an ISO range from 64 to 1600.
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InfoSync
“Casio tacked a 2.6″ wide LCD screen on the back, but the resolution is subpar – what do you expect on an entry-level compact zoom? The main issue we have with the LCD screen is that images appear brighter and less saturated than they actually capture.”
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LapTopMag has reviewed the Casio Exilim EX-Z9 and writes -
“The Casio EX-Z9 is a quality on-the-go camera that can capture crisp pictures and videos. The similarly priced Nikon Coolpix L18 is faster, but we prefer this budget digicam because it provides more shooting options and has a sleeker design.”
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PCMag has reviewed the Casio Exilim EX-Z9 and writes -
“The EX-Z9 is an easy-to-use, entry-level shooter that takes terrific daylight shots and continues Casio’s tradition of quality video recording in digital cameras.
Pros: Slim, ultracompact. Great video capture. Excellent daylight still shots. Easy-to-use “Best Shot” automatic mode.
Cons: Overexposed flash shots. No dedicated mode dial. Tiny on/off button. Shutter can be difficult to press all the way down.”
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Actual Owner Feedback
“I LOVE THIS CAMERA!!! It’s pink, and it takes pictures! I wish I had gotten it a long time ago. It is slim, and the pictures are of a good quality.”
Portion of user comment on Amazon.com
“Only thing is that the battery won’t stay charged and the camera freezes when you go to record a video. Not the sellers fault just a bad job by the company.”
Portion of user comment on Amazon.com
“This is excellent starter camera. gave it 3 stars instead of 5 because it doesn’t have a dock in which to place the camera for download and recharge.”
Portion of user comment on Amazon.com
“I have taken a few pictures of my brothers dogs and did get some red eye; I may have had too much light; I did not have this problem when taking pictures of my family members.”
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“The most wonderful feature of this camera is its almost-total absence of that horrible lag time between the push of the shutter release and the actual taking of the photo!”
Portion of user comment on Amazon.com
Sample Photos
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Specifications
[Official Casio Specifications]
Owners Manual
Press Excerpt
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.
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I have a SONY DSC-V1. I got this camera as a gift and the video is WAY better than my sony’s. The menu is easy to navigate and you can find the features quickly. Small, slick, nice video mode and I got it as a gift. What else can I ask for.
I just bought this camera a few days ago. It takes horrible indoor photos. Very dissatisfied!