Casio Exilim EX-Z29

" This newest member of the EXILIM line features a stylish, slim and compact design to increase portability, and provides an improved 10.1 megapixels of image resolution with 3X optical zoom. The EX-Z29 will be on display at Casio's booth at the Photo Marketing Association International Convention and Tradeshow. "

- Casio -

Design achieves a lightweight, yet durable image

Designed to fit the concept of “Sleek & Sturdy,” this camera has a compact form, measuring just 3.64” wide x 2.16” high x .91” thin. The edging that frames the body presents a light, casual feel, but at the same time gives the user the sense that this camera is tough and reliable. In addition, the camera color is not limited to a single hue. Rather, the control panel, frame, and rear casing boast contrasting colors, presenting a whole new idea in camera color schemes.

An effective 10.1-megapixel camera with a 3X optical zoom lens

In addition to offering the ability to reproduce a detailed image of the subject, this camera is very responsive and easy to operate. It has an effective 10.1-megapixel resolution, and delivers excellent performance. Images taken at high resolution can be enjoyed as beautiful photographs whether printed large or cropped before printing.

Easy-to-see 2.7-inch widescreen LCD

This camera features an easy-to-see widescreen 2.7-inch LCD monitor. Shooting information is shown in an “operating panel” on the right hand side of the screen, which makes it easy to quickly change camera settings while shooting.

Fun widescreen movie recording

Just by pressing the movie button, widescreen movies can be recorded with an aspect ratio of 16:9. The camera also offers YouTube Capture Mode, which records and saves movies at the ideal settings for the world's largest video sharing site, YouTube. Recorded video can be easily uploaded to YouTube using the special included computer software.

Customizable focusing frames and menu screens
Focus frames

As well as the rectangular focusing frame usually displayed on the LCD monitor, users can choose designs such as a heart or a butterfly for the frame design. When the camera is correctly focused, a beautiful heart can be displayed, and when correct focus is not achieved the heart pattern breaks up. This makes it easy to ensure correct focus, and it is fun, too.

Menu screens

Menu screens can be freely selected from a total of six colors — black, chocolate, cinnamon, rose, sky blue and olive green.

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Number of Effective Pixels
10.1 million

Image Sensor
1/2.5-inch square pixel CCD

Total Pixels
10.35 million

File Format Still Images
JPEG (Exif Version 2.2, DCF 1.0 standard, DPOF compliant)

Movies
AVI format, Motion JPEG, IMA-ADPCM (monaural)

Audio (Voice Recording)
WAV format (monaural)

Recording Media
17.8MB built-in flash memory, SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card

Number of Recorded Pixels Still Images
10M (3648 x 2736), 3:2 (3648 x 2432), 16:9 (3648 x 2048),
7M (3072 x 2304), 4M (2304 x 1728), 2M (1600 x 1200), VGA (640 x 480)

Movies
848 x 480 (WIDE) / 640 x 480 (STD) / 320 x 240 (LP)

Lens Construction
6 lenses in 5 groups, including aspherical lens

F-number
F2.8 (W) to F5.2 (T)

Focal Length
f=6.2 – 18.6mm

35mm Film Equivalent
Approx. 37.5 to 112.5mm equivalent to 35mm film

Zoom Optical Zoom
3X

Digital Zoom
4X (12X in combination with optical zoom)

Focusing Focus Type
Contrast Detection Auto Focus

Focus Modes
Auto Focus, Macro Mode, Pan Focus, Infinity Mode, Manual Focus

AF Area
Spot or Multi

Exposure Exposure Metering
Multi-pattern, center weighted, spot by CCD

Exposure Control
Program AE

Exposure Compensation
-2EV to +2EV (in 1/3EV steps)

Shutter Type
CCD electronic shutter, mechanical shutter

Shutter Speed*1 Auto
1/2 to 1/2000 second

Night Scene (BEST SHOT)
4 to 1/2000 second

Aperture
F2.8 (W) – F8.0 (W) (ND Filter is being used)
(Using optical zoom causes the aperture to change)

White Balance
Auto WB, Daylight, Overcast, Shade, Day White Fluorescent, Daylight Fluorescent, Tungsten,
Manual WB

Sensitivity (SOS/REI)* Still Images
Auto, ISO100, ISO200, ISO400, ISO800, ISO1600

Movies
Auto
*SOS: Standard Output Sensitivity. REI: Recommended Exposure Index.

Self-timer
10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer

Built-in Flash Flash Modes
Auto, Flash Off, Flash On, Red Eye Reduction

Flash Range
Normal: Approx. 0.15 – 2.8 m (W)
Approx: 0.4 – 1.5 m (T)
*Range is affected by optical zoom.

Flash Charge Time
Approximately 6 seconds

Recording Functions
Snapshot, Macro, Self-timer, Continuous Shooting (Normal Speed CS), BEST SHOT, Face Detection,
Movie (Normal Movie, For YouTube), Voice Recording
*Audio recording is monaural

Playback Functions
Playback Zoom (8X), 12-image Screen, Star-up Images, Rotate, Re-size, Trimming, Copy,
BGM Slideshow

Other Functions
Key Customization, PictBridge, Video Output (NTSC/PAL)

Image Deletion
One image / All images
With memory protect function

Approximate Maximum Audio Recording Times
After Recording: 30 seconds per image
Voice Recording: 53 minutes 11 seconds (when using built-in memory)

Monitor Screen
2.7-inch wide TFT color LCD, 114,960 dots (479 x 240)

Viewfinder
LCD Monitor

Timekeeping Functions Date and Time
Recorded with image data

On-image Time Stamp Function
Yes

Auto Calendar
To 2049

World Time
162 cities in 32 time zones, city name, date, time, summer time

Input/Output Terminals
USB/AV port

USB
USB

Microphone
Monaural

Speaker
Monaural

Power Source
Rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-60) x 1

Power Consumption
3.7V DC, Approximately 3.4W

Dimensions (Excluding Projections)
3.64” (W) x 2.16” (H) x .91” (D)

Thinnest part: .8”

Weight (Excluding Battery and Accessories)
Approx. 125g (excluding battery and bundled accessories)

Bundled Accessories
Rechargeable lithium ion battery, lithium ion battery charger, USB cable, AV cable, strap, CD-ROM