Casio Announces EX-S500, The Next Generation of Super-Slim Exilim Card Cameras

The pocket-size EXILIM EX-S500 features new anti-blur technology, 5.0 megapixel resolution, 3X optical zoom, a large 2.2-inch color LCD and a rechargeable battery that allows up to 200 shots on one charge. The super-slim stainless steel body is just .63" thick and is stylish as well as durable. In addition to high resolution still images, the S500 also captures MPEG-4 motion video with sound in VGA (640×480 pixels) reswolution at 30 frames/second.

As with all digital cameras in the EXILIM Series, the EXILIM CARD features Casio's EXILIM Engine, an image processing module that makes for high quality images, quick operation, and low power consumption. The latest version of the EXILIM Engine features the Anti Shake DSP, which reduces blurring caused by shaking hands or moving subjects, while the Auto Macro and Quick Shutter functions ensure that photos are properly focused.

The EX-S500 will be available in fashionable white, orange and gray colors and comes with a docking/recharge cradle.

Read the full Casio press release.