Casio EXILIM EX-Z280 and EX-Z33 : Sleek, Stylish and great for BEGINNERS as well as EXPERIENCED.

1 September 2009 No Comment

EX Z280

EX Z33

Another news from the world of digicams , this is from Casio , we know the EXILIM series is quite good and very affordable with all the needed features , Well continuing this trend Casio announced two new Point-and-shoot cameras in EXILIM series.

The newly designed EXILIM Zoom EX-Z280 and EX-Z33 are the ideal cameras for new comers to digital photography or families seeking a second or replacement camera. Both models feature modernized features and improved image processing that simplify capturing images of family, friends, special events, holidays and everything in between with ease.

The EXILIM Zoom EX-Z280 is a 12.1 effective megapixel digital camera boasting a wide-angle 26 mm 4X optical zoom lens in a stylish and slim compact body. It comes complete with Casio’s standard high-performance features, such as CCD-shift image stabilization mechanism and Face Detection function. The Easy Mode function helps new comers grasp camera settings by offering a simplified menu screen for seamless navigation.

At the heart of the new EX-Z280 is the EXILIM Engine 4.0, which delivers higher image quality and lower power consumption in an even more compact body. The high-speed dedicated image processing CPU, in addition to an ordinary CPU, allows the camera to perform complex processing right on the camera. An update to Casio’s Dynamic Photo feature now lets users add animated clip art to any picture without software and using only the camera. These creations can be printed or output as an e-greeting videos that can be emailed or posted on social networking sites. Casio’s innovative function retains a prior function for cutting out moving people or objects as if from a Hollywood green screen, and placing them into other still backgrounds without the need of special software. This can record videos with 720p HD Movie function which takes quality videos at 1280×720 pixels.

The EXILIM EX-Z33 is a 10.1 megapixel digital camera with a 3X optical zoom lens. The EX-Z33 features a quick access dedicated movie button that allows users to record widescreen movies with a 16:9 aspect ratio. Additionally, the EX-Z33 is compatible with commercially available SD memory cards. This camera combines a stylish, slim body with high-powered features that allow on-the-go photographers the ability to capture a memorable moment where ever they are.

The camera automatically detects people’s faces, allowing users to take well focused and beautifully exposed pictures of the faces of their intended subjects.Simply by pressing the dedicated Movie button, users can record widescreen movies at 16:9 aspect ratios.

Using Easy Mode, photo settings are restricted to just image size, flash on/off and self timer, and these are displayed on a simplified menu screen.

The camera is compatible with commercially available SD card type Eye-Fi wireless LAN cards. When an Eye-Fi card is inserted in the camera, its presence is confirmed on the LCD monitor. The transfer of image data is also displayed on the monitor.

The EX-Z280, available this September 2009, will have an MSRP of $179.99 and will be offered in a silver body color. The EX-Z33 will also be available in September with an MSRP of $119.99. The EX-Z33 will boast stylish new colors, including black, light pink, vivid pink, silver and blue.

Source and for more info : Casio