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Casio Exilim EX-Z550 Review
Review posted 5/17/2010Quick
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Pros |
| Nice wide 4x optical zoom; Captures decent outdoor photos; Good shooting performance with fast SD/SDHC card; Loads of cool Best Shot modes; Slim body is easy to slip into a pocket; Appealing price tag |
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Cons |
| Slow shooting performance when not using a fast memory card; No AF-Assist lamp; Poor low light AF performance; Average HD video option |
Bottom Line |
| The Casio EX-Z550 should make a nice camera for those who are on a tight budget, or are picking up a camera for their teenager. Read more in our Full Conclusion. |
Casio's EX-Z550 is yet another ultra-compact Exilim Zoom model to add to their ranks. This unit offers a very petite frame packed full of their usual goodies, including a 14-megapixel sensor, 4x wide view (26mm) optical zoom lens, 720p HD video option, a 2.7-inch LCD, YouTube video mode, new Premium Auto "smart" exposure program and more.
With an affordable price tag of about $170US, the EX-Z550 is an attractive package for those wanting a small pocket camera. It also offers some personalization with five color choices (Red, Pink, Blue, Black, and Sliver).
With an affordable price tag of about $170US, the EX-Z550 is an attractive package for those wanting a small pocket camera. It also offers some personalization with five color choices (Red, Pink, Blue, Black, and Sliver).
Casio Exilim EX-Z550 Features:
- 14-Megapixel; 1/2.3-inch square pixel CCD
- 4x optical zoom lens covers 26 - 104mm
- 2.7-inch, 230,400 dot LCD
- 38 "Best Shot" scene mode options, including Dynamic Photo, Art Shot, Multi-motion image, etc.
- Premium Auto mode detects the scene and chooses optimal settings (Program Auto also available)
- Tracking AF option
- YouTube movie mode
- 24.5MB internal memory
- SD/SDHC compatible
- Li-Ion Rechargeable Battery
In the Box:
- Exilim Z550 Camera Body
- Li-Ion Battery
- Battery Charger
- AC Power Cord
- USB Cable
- Wrist Strap
- CD-ROM
- Manuals
The Casio Exilim EX-Z550 is available with a MSRP of US $169.99.
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