Casio Europe has introduced some new colors in it's EXILIM Zoom EX-Z60 (top right) and EX-Z600 (bottom right) models. The Z60 will now be available in red and black, while the Z600 will be available in black and blue (kind of a gunmetal gray blue). All 4 models are 6 megapixel digital cameras with 3x optical zooms. The EX-Z600 has a 2.7-inch TFT display on the back, while the EX-Z60 has a 2.5-inch display on the back.
Both models should be available at the end of this month (March, 2006).
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Casio Europe Introduces the EXILIM Zoom EX-Z60 in Black and Red
Simple operation and useful functions - that's what makes the EX-Z60 stand out. The new EX-Z60 black and red is now attracting attention. The colour variations in matt-brushed body are ideal everyday accessories. Additionally, these hand gems also captivate with their useful technical features: 6 Megapixels, a 3x optical zoom, Anti Shake DSP and a 2.5-inch TFT colour display make the small design camera a giant in its class.
Stylish, Slim, Compact Size High Performance Model
6.0 mega pixel high resolution CCD and 3X optical zoom lens
Large easy-to-see 2.5-inch TFT LCD display
The EXILIM Engine features the Anti Shake DSP, which reduces blurring caused by shaky hands or moving subjects
95.2mm (W) X 60.6mm (H) X 19.8mm (D), slim compact size (thinnest point: 16.2 mm)
Slim body enhanced by rounded edges and shape; stylish design accentuated by a sophisticated framework
Once powered on, the camera is ready to take pictures in approximately 1.4 seconds*
After the shutter is pressed, the image is recorded almost instantly, with only an approximately 0.002 seconds** release time lag
High-speed picture playback of approximately 0.1 seconds
Subjects appear brightly on the display monitor even under low light conditions, enabling easy shot composition
* Using internal memory, with internal flash turned off
** With internal flash turned off
Various functions to make incredibly beautiful pictures possible
"Rapid Flash" enables three consecutive, high speed flash photos in only one second
"Soft Flash" prevents over exposure when taking shots in Macro, etc.
"Revive Shot" refreshes the colors of old, faded photos and saves them in digital format
The 33 scene "BEST SHOT" enables selection of the appropriate camera setting for both still photos and movies via a sample image menu
Numerous Easy to Use Functions
The "Easy Mode" menu is a simplified camera interface for user-friendly operation
The "Auto Macro" mode allows for automatic switching between macro and auto focus modes
The "9-Point Multi AF" clearly indicates areas of focus when photographing subjects with multiple focus points
The "Quick Shutter" function reduces mistakes by facilitating simple and easy high-speed focusing
The "Flash Assist" mode compensates for poorly illuminated areas within the shot
The "Exposure Warning" mode warns over or under exposure via an on-screen display
The "Icon Help" function provides icon guidance when adjusting camera settings
The "Direct On" button allows quick startup in both shooting and playback modes
Equipped with a one-touch "BEST SHOT" button that allows you to select the appropriate mode for your shot
The EXILIM ZOOM EX-Z60 black and red are available at retail from the end of March 2006.
Casio Europe Introduces the EXILIM Zoom EX-Z600 in Black and Blue
In good time for the start of spring, CASIO is delighting the camera market with high-grade colour editions of the EXILIM ZOOM EX-Z600, which was introduced in January. The EX-Z600 black sets trends in matt black. The EX-Z600 blue shimmers in elegant blue and gives a great summer feeling. However, the EX-Z600 not only attracts attention through its appearance, but also the technical features of the digital camera are convincing: the extra bright and 2.7-inch TFT colour display permits appropriate adjustment to the scene even during a stronger incidence of light, thus making it easier to take photos. In addition, with the EX-Z600 up to 550 photos are possible according to CIPA Standard with a fully charged Super Life Battery.
Highly Efficient, Advanced Performance
6.0 megapixel high resolution CCD and retracting 3Xoptical zoom
Extra Large 2.7-inch TFT LCD display now approximately 3X brighter (approximately 1200cd/m2-compared to EX-Z500)*
Super Life Battery allows up to approximately 550 still images per charge on CIPA standards**
High quality images, high speed, and long lasting battery in a miniaturized package with EXILIM Engine image processing module
The Anti Shake DSP (Digital Signal Processor) reduces blurring caused by shaking hands or moving subjects
* At maximum brightness, measured at the center of the display
** Auto Mode, standard brightness setting
Numerous Easy to Use Functions
"Rapid Flash" enables three consecutive flash photos in one second
The "Soft Flash" function reduces flash brightness when taking flash photos
"Revive Shot" refreshes faded colors of old album photos, bringing them back to life in digital format
The "9-Point Multi AF" clearly indicates areas in auto focus when photographing subjects with multiple focus points
The "Quick Shutter" function reduces mistakes by enabling simple and easy high-speed focusing
The "Auto Macro" mode allows for automatic switching between macro mode and auto focus mode
The "Flash Assist" mode compensates for poorly illuminated areas of the shot
The 32 scene "BEST SHOT" function enables selection of the appropriate camera setting for still photos via an easy to understand sample image menu
The "Angle Correction" function corrects oblique shots to look as if they were taken from the front during image viewing
"Color Restoration" enables digital enhancement of faded colors in old photos during image viewing
The USB cradle functions as a charger as well as a simple way to connect the camera to personal computers and other AV equipment
Enhanced Quick Responsiveness
Once powered on, the camera is ready to take pictures in approximately 0.9 seconds*
After the shutter is snapped, pictures are taken almost instantly, with only an approximately 0.005 second** release time lag
High-speed image viewing at approximately 0.1 seconds intervals
The "Direct On" buttons allow quick startup of both shooting and viewing modes
A one-touch "BEST SHOT" button allows selection of the appropriate mode for any shot
* using internal memory, with internal flash turned off
** with internal flash turned off
Movie Functions
Movies recorded in VGA (640 x 480 pixels) at 30 frames per second (Motion JPEG)
Using the "Motion Print" function, movies can be converted into a series of nine or one single image for printing
Movies can be zoomed in during playback
The "Movie Editing" function offers three options (beginning, middle, end) for cutting unwanted scenes from a movie
The EXILIM ZOOM EX-Z600 black and blue are available at retail from the end of March 2006.
Both models should be available at the end of this month (March, 2006).
