Release Issued by Casio:
Casio Introduces Two Stylish EXILIM® Digital Cameras
with YouTube™ Capture Mode
The EX-V8 is equipped with a 7x Optical Zoom and 8.1 Megapixels;
the EX-Z1080 features High ISO 6400 Sensitivity and 10.1 Megapixels
DOVER, NJ, AUGUST 28, 2007 – Casio America, Inc. and its parent company, Casio Computer Co., Ltd., released two new EXILIM digital cameras today. The EX-V8 features a slim, yet powerful optical zoom like its predecessors in the EXILIM Hi-Zoom series. The EX-Z1080, the latest addition to the core EXILIM Zoom series, packs an outstanding range of functions into a compact size.
The EX-V8 delivers 8.1 effective megapixels in a slim shape that is compact enough to fit in the palm of the hand. The camera features a 7X optical internal zoom lens designed for quiet operation. The EX-V8 also offers four blur reduction technologies, including a CCD-shift image stabilization mechanism.
The 10.1 megapixel EX-Z1080 produces beautiful photographs even when making large prints. It also enables high sensitivity photography up to a maximum of ISO 6400, and is ideal for photographing darker scenes and reducing blur caused by shaky hands and subject movement.
Both new models incorporate the EXILIM Engine 2.0 high-performance image processing module, which allows high quality movies to be recorded at the high compression rate of the next-generation H.264 standard. They also feature a YouTube™ Capture Mode, which enables users to shoot and save movies at the optimum size, quality and other settings for YouTube™, the leading online video community that allows people to discover, watch and share originally created videos. YouTube™ allows people to easily upload and share video clips on www.YouTube.com and across the Internet through websites, blogs and e-mail. Casio has also included an exclusive software application that makes it fast and simple to upload movies to YouTube™. This makes it easier than ever for people to enjoy “snapshot movies” of everyday fun, trips, and other occasions.
“Each year we strive to make advancements in our popular EXILIM digital cameras,” said Bill Heuer, Vice President of Sales for Casio’s Digital Imaging Division. “These models are no exception, as they blend many of the standard features EXILIM cameras are known for, with groundbreaking new technology such as YouTube™ Capture Mode, and the EXILIM Engine 2.0 high performance image processing module. If you ever needed an excuse to shoot photos and videos of friends or family these EXILIM cameras are it!”
The EX-V8 will have an MSRP of $329.99 and the EX-Z1080 an MSRP of $279.99. Both models will be available at retail in September.
Main Features of EXILIM Hi-Zoom EX-V8 & EXILIM Zoom EX-Z1080
High-quality movies using the H.264 standard
YouTube Capture Mode allows users to shoot movies at the optimum size, quality and other settings for uploading to YouTube.
Comes with unique “YouTube Uploader for CASIO” software that enables users to upload movies to YouTube in as few as two steps.
The combination of face detection*1 technology and the auto-tracking AF system using motion analysis technology maintains both sharp focus and correct exposure for a human face
Blur reduction technologies driven by the EXILIM Engine 2.0 image processing module
Based on motion analysis technology, sets the most appropriate ISO sensitivity and shutter speed.
Anti Shake DSP reduces blur due to shaky hands and subject movement, using high shutter speeds and high sensitivity settings.
Movie mode with electronic image stabilization function.
Other Features of the EXILIM Hi-Zoom EX-V8
8.1 million effective pixels, 7X optical zoom
CCD-shift image stabilization mechanism
2.5-inch Bright LCD display (maximum brightness of 1000 cd/m2 at the center of the screen)
Maximum 4 shot/second*2 high-speed continuous shutter (only at 2.0 megapixel image size)
Available in silver
Other Features of the EXILIM Zoom EX-Z1080
10.1 million effective pixels, 3X optical zoom
BEST SHOT function with high-sensitivity shooting mode, up to a maximum of ISO 6400
2.6-inch Bright widescreen LCD display (maximum brightness of 1000 cd/m2 at the center of the screen)
Maximum 7 shot/second*2 high-speed continuous shutter (only at 2.0 megapixel image size)
Super Life Battery allows up to 370 shots to be taken when fully charged
Choice of four body colors: gray, black, blue, pink
*1. The face detection feature includes a face detection technology provided by OKI’s face image processing engine, FSE (Face Sensing Engine). *2. Number of shots can vary depending on the memory card used.
SPECIFICATIONS
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EXILIM Hi-Zoom EX-V8
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EXILIM ZoomEX-Z1080 |
| Effective Pixels |
8.1 million |
10.1 million |
| Imaging Element |
|
1/2.5-inch square pixel color CCD |
1/1.75-inch square pixel color CCD |
| Total Pixels |
8.29 million |
10.3 million |
| Image File Format |
Still Images |
JPEG (Exif Version 2.2), DCF standard, DPOF compliant |
| Movies |
H.264/AVC, MOV format |
| Audio |
WAV (monaural) |
| Memory |
Built-in Flash Memory |
Image area: 11.8MB |
Image area: 11.4MB |
| Recording Media |
SDHC Memory Card / SD Memory Card / Multimedia Card / Multimedia Card plus compatible |
| Image Size (pixels) |
Still Images |
3264×2448, 3264×2176 (3:2), 2816×2112, 2304×1728, 1600×1200, 640×480 |
3648x2736, 3648x2432 (3:2), 3648x2048 (16:9), 2560×1920, 2048×1536, 1600×1200, 640×480 |
| Movies |
848×480 (UHQ Wide/HQ Wide), 640×480 (UHQ/HQ/Normal), 320×240 (LP) |
Data Size
(when set at maximum image size) |
Still Images |
Built-in Flash Memory |
Approx. 2 shots (Fine) / 4 shots (Normal) / 7 shots (Economy) |
Approx. 1 shots (Fine) / 3 shots (Normal) / 5 shots (Economy) |
| SD Memory Card 1GB*1 |
Approx. 210 shots (Fine) / 393 shots (Normal) / 579 shots (Economy) |
Approx. 151 shots (Fine) / 286 shots (Normal) / 426 shots (Economy) |
| Movies |
Recording Time |
Maximum Recording Capacity per File: 4GB*2 |
Maximum Recording Time per File: 10 minutes |
| Built-in Flash Memory |
Approx. 13 seconds |
Approx. 13 seconds |
| SD Memory Card 1GB*1 |
Approx. 18 minutes 27 seconds |
Approx. 18 minutes 55 seconds |
| Operating Speed |
Power on to First Shot*3 |
Approx. 0.8 seconds |
Approx. 1.0 seconds |
| Shutter Release Time Lag*3 |
Approx. 0.008 second |
Approx. 0.006 second |
| Image Playback |
Approx. 0.1 second/image |
| Shot to Shot Time*3*4 |
Approx. 1.5 seconds
|
| Continuous Shutter*4 |
Approx. 1.0-second intervals |
Approx. 1.1-second intervals |
| High-speed Continuous Shutter*5 |
Maximum is 4 frames per second |
Maximum is 7 frames per second |
| Rapid Flash |
Maximum is 3 frames per second
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| Lens |
Construction |
12 lenses in 9 groups, including aspherical lens |
7 lenses in 5 groups, including aspherical lens |
| Maximum Aperture |
F3.4 to 5.3 |
F2.8 to 5.1 |
| Focal Distance |
|
f=6.3 to 44.1mm |
f=7.9 to 23.7mm |
| 35mm film equivalent |
Approx. 38 to 226mm |
Approx. 38 to 114mm |
| Zoom |
Optical Zoom |
7X |
3X |
| Digital Zoom |
4X (28X in combination with optical zoom) |
4X (12X in combination with optical zoom) |
| Focusing |
|
Contrast Detection Auto Focus |
| Focus Modes |
Auto Focus, Macro Mode, Infinity Mode, Manual Focus |
Auto Focus (still image only), Macro Mode, Pan Focus (movie mode), Infinity Mode, Manual Focus |
| AF Area |
Spot, Multi or Tracking |
| AF Assist Lamp |
Included
|
| Focus Range |
Auto Focus |
Approx. 15.75” *6 to ∞ |
| Macro |
Approx. 3.94” to 19.69*6 |
| Infinity Mode |
∞ |
| Manual Focus |
Approx. 3.94”*6 to ∞ |
| Exposure Control |
Metering |
Multi-pattern, center weighted, spot by imaging element |
| Exposure |
Program AE, Aperture Priority AE, Shutter Speed Priority AE, Manual Exposure |
Program AE |
| Exposure Compensation |
-2EV to +2EV (in 1/3EV steps) |
| Shutter*7 |
|
CCD electronic shutter, mechanical shutter |
| Program AE |
1/2 to 1/800 second |
1/2 to 1/1000 second |
| Aperture Priority AE |
1 to 1/800 second |
Not Included |
| Shutter Speed Priority AE |
60 to 1/800 second |
Not Included |
| Manual Exposure |
60 to 1/800 second |
Not Included |
| Night Scene (BEST SHOT) |
4 to 1/800 second |
4 to 1/1000 second |
| Aperture*8 |
|
F3.4/F4.6/F9.2*9, auto switching |
F2.8 to F8.0*10, auto switching |
| Aperture Priority AE/Manual Exposure |
F3.4/F4.6/F9.2*9 |
Not included |
| White Balance |
Auto, fixed (6 modes), manual |
| Sensitivity (SOS/REI)*11 |
Still Images |
Auto*12, ISO50, ISO100, ISO200, ISO400, ISO800 |
Auto*13, ISO80, ISO100, ISO200, ISO400, ISO800, ISO1600, ISO3200 |
| Movies |
Auto |
| Other Recording Functions |
Still Images with Audio |
Audio Recording: maximum around 30 seconds |
| BEST SHOT |
34 scenes |
41 scenes |
| Movie BEST SHOT |
11 scenes |
|
| Voice Recording |
Included |
| Self-timer |
10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer |
| Built-in Flash |
Flash Modes |
Auto, Off, On, Soft Flash, Red Eye Reduction |
| Flash Range |
|
Approx. .33 to 8.54 ft. (W), approx. 3.28 to 5.58 ft.(T) |
Approx. .33 to 10.83 ft. (W), approx. 1.64 to 5.90 ft. (T) |
| Rapid Flash |
Approx. 1.31 to 7.22 ft. (W), approx. 3.28 to 4.95 ft. (T) |
Approx.1.31 to 6.56 ft. (W), approx. 1.64 to 3.61 ft. (T) |
| Monitor Screen |
2.5-inch TFT color LCD,
230,400 pixels (960×240) |
2.6-inch TFT color LCD (14:9),
114,960 pixels (479×240) |
| Timekeeping Functions |
Date and Time |
Recorded with image data |
| On-image Time Stamp Function |
Included |
| Auto Calendar |
To 2049 |
| World Time |
162 cities in 32 time zones, city name, date, time, summer time |
| Input/Output Terminals |
|
USB cradle connector |
USB/AV connector |
| USB |
USB2.0 (Hi-Speed) compatible |
USB2.0 (Full-Speed) compatible |
| Microphone |
Stereo |
Monaural |
| Speaker |
Monaural |
| Power Requirements |
Rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-50) x 1 |
Rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-40) x 1 |
| Battery Life |
Number of Shots*14 |
Approx. 240 still images (CIPA Standards) |
Approx. 370 still images (CIPA Standards) |
| Continuous Playback |
Approx 6 hr. (still images) |
Approx 9 hr. 50 min. (still images) |
| Continuous Recording |
Approx 8 hr. (voice recording) |
Approx 12 hr. (voice recording) |
| Dimensions (excluding projections) |
3.76” (W) x 2.35” (H) x 1.00 (D) |
3.59” (W) x 2.25” (H) x .95” (D) |
| Thinnest Part: .82” |
Thinnest Part: .81 ” |
| Weight (excluding battery and accessories) |
Approx. 5.26 oz |
Approx. 4.41 oz |
| Bundled Accessories |
Rechargeable lithium ion battery, USB cradle, USB cable, AV cable, AC adaptor, AC power cord, strap, CD-ROM |
Rechargeable lithium ion battery, lithium ion battery charger, AC power cord, USB cable, AV cable, strap, CD-ROM |
Specifications subject to change without notice.
*1. When using Panasonic (Matsushita) Pro High Speed 1GB SD Memory Card. *2. Within limits of memory and battery life. * 3 With built-in flash off. *4. When set at maximum image size and normal image quality. *5. Image is fixed at 1600x1200 pixels and normal image quality. *6. Range is affected by optical zoom. *7. Shutter speed range may be different depending on the BEST SHOT scene. *8. Using optical zoom causes the aperture to change. *9. F9.2 is the aperture when an ND filter is being used. *10. F8.0 is the aperture when an ND filter is being used. *11. SOS: Standard Output Sensitivity. REI: Recommended Exposure Index. *12. When using BEST SHOT “High Sensitivity” function, maximum is ISO 1600. *13. When using Anti Shake function, maximum is ISO 800. When using BEST SHOT “Anti Shake” function, maximum is ISO 1600. When using BEST SHOT “High Sensitivity” function, maximum is ISO 6400. *14. Auto Mode, standard brightness monitor settin
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