Click on the EX-Z4 for a QTVR tour (Right up front we need to mention that there are TWO different EX-Z4 cameras being sold. The EX-Z4 outside of N. America and the EX-Z4U which is what we have reviewed and is sold in the U.S. They are identical except that the Z4U does NOT have a movie mode.) The EXILIM ZOOM EX-Z4 is the latest addition to the EXILIM Series of card-size LCD digital cameras. The EX-Z4 features a CCD imager with 4 million effective pixels plus a high- performance 3X zoom lens. Like the original EXILIM EX-S1 and EX-S2 cameras introduced in 2002, the EX-Z4 packs the features of a full-sized camera in a thin, compact configuration, 3.43" (W) x 2.24" (H) x .93" (D) and lightweight, 4.55 oz - small enough to tote in any pocket or purse - portable, wearable, fashionable technology for today's lifestyles. The lens of the EX-Z4 uses a 3-segment telescoping lens mechanism that makes it possible to provide 3X optical zoom capabilities in an amazingly thin camera configuration. The EX-Z4 is ready to shoot in less than 2 seconds after it is turned on. The big 2.0-inch TFT LCD monitor screen features a digital interface for a clearer display of images. The monitor screen can be used to compose images, and a collection of display features helps to make image viewing easier and more fun than ever before. The EX-Z4 CCD provides 4 million pixels of high-resolution digital imaging. This level of resolution makes it possible to capture all the nuances of subtle flesh tones and fine details of scenery shots. Primary color filtering ensures vivid colors every time. The Best Shot Mode provides optimum camera setups in an instant. The user simply selects the sample scene closest to the desired image, and the camera's light metering, exposure compensation, saturation, and other settings are configured accordingly. The EX-Z4 has total of 21 sample scenes built in, including "Coupling Shot" and "Pre Shot". Automatic image transfer to computer - the procedure to download photos is accomplished by connecting the supplied docking cradle to the computer's USB port, placing the EX-Z4 onto the cradle, and pressing the cradle's USB button. From there, the PhotoLoader software automatically transfers all JPEG and AVI files in image memory to the computer. Placing the EX-Z4 onto its cradle and pressing the Photo button starts a slideshow of images currently in camera memory. The camera can even be set up to display the desired images whenever it is placed on the cradle. The EX-Z4 stores images in a Web browser-viewable that allows you to browse images in an album format. The album feature uses HTML format, which means you can incorporate an album directly into a web site, and even print directly from the album. In addition to its 10 MB of built-in Flash Memory, the EX-Z4 also supports use of a thin, compact SD memory cards and MMC cards (not included). An easy operation copies images between a memory card and built-in memory. Key customization enables assigned recording mode, exposure compensation, white balance, ISO sensitivity or self-timer functions to the left/right controller buttons. These settings may be changed by simply pressing the left or right control button. Exilim EX-Z4U Features: 4.0-Megapixel effective CCD imager Credit card-size stainless steel body, only 23mm thick Still Image: 2304x1728, 1600x1200, 1280x960, 640x480 Audio recording, attach to images or audio-only Pentax 3x optical zoom (35-105mm equiv) with 4x digital zoom Less two second startup time Fast shot to shot time - even with flash AF Area is selectable: Multi or Spot AF 10 Megabytes of internal memory Automatic 4 to 1/2000 sec. shutter speeds Built-in flash with Red Eye Reduction 2" TFT color LCD with 354x240 (84,960 pixels) resolution 4X playback zoom magnification USB 1.1 data transfer to PC or Mac computers Lithium rechargeable battery and charging cradle included Secure Digital/MMC card slot for memory expansion DPOF, PRINT Image Matching II, Exif Print and Epson USB Direct-Print compatible The Casio EX-Z4 will retail for about $399.99 and is available now. Physical Views

The diminuitive Casio EX-Z4 can almost hide behind a credit card !

The EX-Z4 and the Pentax Optio S4 "twins."

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Casio EX-Z4 Specifications Recording Element 1/2.5-inch square pixel primary color CCD (Approximate Total Pixels: 4.23 million) Effective Pixels 4 million Image File Record Format Snapshots: JPEG (Exif. Ver. 2.2), DCF standard, DPOF compliant Recording Media Built-in flash memory (10MB), SD memory card/Multi Media card Recorded Image Sizes Snapshots Image Size(Pixels) Resolution Approximate File Size Approximate Memory Capacity (Images) Built-in Memory (10MB) SD Memory Card* 64MB 2304x1728 Fine 1.9 MB 4 30 Normal 1.5 MB 6 37 Economy 1.1 MB 8 50 2304x1536 (3:2) Fine 1.8 MB 5 32 Normal 1.4 MB 6 40 Economy 1.0 MB 8 54 1600x1200 Fine 1.05 MB 8 53 Normal 710 KB 12 79 Economy 370 KB 24 154 1280x960 Fine 680 KB 13 82 Normal 460 KB 20 126 Economy 250 KB 35 221 640x480 Fine 190 KB 46 294 Normal 140 KB 61 386 Economy 90 KB 98 618   Image Deletion Single image; all images in memory (with memory protection) Lens smc Pentax lens (6 lenses in 5 groups, including aspherical lens), F2.6 (W) to 4.8 (T) f = 5.8(W) to 17.4(T) mm; equivalent to approximately 35.0 to 105.0 mm when converted to 35mm film Zoom 3X optical zoom; 4X digital zoom (12X total when optical and digital zoom are used in combination.) Focusing Contrast type Auto Focus; manual focus; macro mode; infinity mode; focus lock Approximate Focus Range Normal: 15.7" to infinity Macro: 2.4" to 19.7" Exposure Control Metering: Multi-pattern by imaging element Control: Program AE Exposure Compensation: -2EV to +2EV (in 1/3EV steps) Shutter CCD electronic shutter/mechanical shutter; 4 to 1/2000 shutter speed Aperture Auto (F2.6, F4.3) White Balance Auto; Fixed (4 modes); Manual Sensitivity Auto, ISO50, ISO100, ISO200, ISO400 Recording Modes Snapshot, Best Shot, Snapshot+Audio, Audio Self-timer 10-second or 2-second countdown; Triple Self-timer Built-in Flash Flash Modes: Auto, Flash On, Flash Off, Red Eye Reduction Approximate Flash Range: 1.3 to 7.5 feet (W), 1.3 to 5.6 feet (T) Viewfinder Monitor screen and optical viewfinder Monitor Screen 2.0-inch digital interface TFT color LCD (84,960 pixels; 354x240) Playback Functions Playback zoom (4X); Resize; Trimming; 9-image Screen; Invert; Rotate; Calendar Screen; Slideshow (Photo Stand) Timekeeping Functions Date and time (Current date and time is stored with image data.) Auto Calendar up to 2049 World Time 162 cities (32 time zones); city names; date and time; summer time Other Histogram; alarm with image; album feature; favorites folder Input/Output Terminals USB cradle contact terminals Power Requirements NP-20 Lithium-ion battery Dimensions 3.43 x 2.24 x .93 inches Weight Approximately 4.55 oz. (excluding batteries and accessories) Bundled Accessories NP-20 rechargeable lithium-ion battery; USB cradle; USB cable; strap, CD-ROM, AC adapter

NOTE: These Specifications are as represented by the manufacturer.

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