Casio Exilim Z1050
Casio Exilim Z1050
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Casio Exilim Z1050
Editor's Review
Casio Exilim cameras are noted for their extremely small profiles, even by ultracompact standards, and the Exilim Z1050 is no different. At 24.2mm deep, it is perhaps the slimmest 10-megapixel camera currently available, and makes for an excellent worry-free pocket camera. The Z1050 is a stylish, sophisticated camera that will draw a lot of attention to itself.
Editor's Review
Casio Exilim cameras are noted for their extremely small profiles, even by ultracompact standards, and the Exilim Z1050 is no different. At 24.2mm deep, it is perhaps the slimmest 10-megapixel camera currently available, and makes for an excellent worry-free pocket camera. The Z1050 is a stylish, sophisticated camera that will draw a lot of attention to itself.
Specifications
- 10.1 megapixels
- 3x optical zoom / 4x digital zoom
- Auto focus and exposure
- Movie mode
- ISO 80-400
- JPEG file format
- 2.6-inch LCD
- Secure Digital card storage (15.4MB internal)
- Lithium ion battery
- Release Date: Jan 30, 2007
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Casio Exilim Z1050 Comments & Questions (write your own!)
technical support (g.g.vijithakumara — 05/09/2011)
my camera is a exilim z1050. it is not really. pictures & videos not quality. not clear. now camera aperture stuck. all pictures are over exposed. what to do? all solutions- spvijiup@gmail.com
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My Z1050 battery registered today "low battery"; I do not have the charger. Do I need to get a charger or buy new battery? (hischild — 11/09/2007)
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Matt (11/13/2007)
Buying a new battery for this camera won't prevent you from needing a charger once that battery eventually dies as well. You need the charger. It's always good to have a second battery for when you want to keep taking pictures but ran out of juice and don't want to have to wait for recharge times. You can get something as simple as this if you just want the recharger: amazon.com/TechPower-Premiu... this is something like what I got for my Canon SD800IS camera. I strongly encourage you to make sure the battery you buy is either Casio brand or have strong positive ratings, as some grey-market batteries can actually cause damage to your camera. But either of these will be quick fixes to your battery problems.
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hischild (11/14/2007)
Thank you so very much, Matt! You gave a full and "best answer" to my question!
Barbara
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Barbara
I am interested in buying the Casio Exilim Z1050 or the Casio Exilim EX-Z75. (handyman — 11/05/2007)
I am interested in buying the Casio Exilim Z1050. I have had and loved the Casio Exilim EX-Z75. Which is better and does the Z1050 have Best shot Option? Is there a downside to the Z1050 compared to the EX-Z75. Do you recommend another simular over either of these? Thanks...
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Matt (11/07/2007)
On paper, the Z1050 seems better: 10MP vs. 7.1MP, 1/1.75" CCD vs. 1/2.5" CCD, a new ISO800 limited option, a slightly larger aperture (F/2.8 vs. F/3.1), and even slightly smaller.
But the picture quality isn't any better. In fact, there are better options of both cameras out there. Since neither of these cameras have optical image stabilization (just DSP, which is essentially useless), even the Canon SD750 would be a step up, at least in terms of picture quality, LCD screen quality and performance. Yes, it's slightly more expensive, but it's definitely worth it. And if you're willing to spend a little more (~250), the SD850IS is great.
I'm not sure what you mean by Best Shot option. I'm assuming you just mean the preset modes you can use on a camera, like Underwater, Night, Fireworks, etc. Yes, the Z1050 has these, as well, including a new High Sensitivity Best Shot, which gives you the ISO800 (unfortunately, this is something better to avoid, as the noise is very noticable).
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But the picture quality isn't any better. In fact, there are better options of both cameras out there. Since neither of these cameras have optical image stabilization (just DSP, which is essentially useless), even the Canon SD750 would be a step up, at least in terms of picture quality, LCD screen quality and performance. Yes, it's slightly more expensive, but it's definitely worth it. And if you're willing to spend a little more (~250), the SD850IS is great.
I'm not sure what you mean by Best Shot option. I'm assuming you just mean the preset modes you can use on a camera, like Underwater, Night, Fireworks, etc. Yes, the Z1050 has these, as well, including a new High Sensitivity Best Shot, which gives you the ISO800 (unfortunately, this is something better to avoid, as the noise is very noticable).
handyman (11/07/2007)
Thanks Matt - not what i wanted to hear but that is what i thought...
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Battery charger for India (rajmewada — 10/21/2007)
I have Casio EX-Z1050. When I go back to India, do I need to buy seperate battery charger as per 50 Hz electricity supply?
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by James DeRuvo (10/22/2007)
What I would recommend is to get a power converter. There are many that operate in a vast variety of power needs. Hammacher Schlemmer has one called the "150-Country Auto-Detecting Travel Adapter And Converter" - When travelling abroad with your tech, don’t forget that overseas, most countries operate on 220v, not 110v like here in the states. Additionally, depending on the country, power surges and delivery of electricity can have a rather flakey timetable. That’s why the smart traveler brings along the 150-Country Auto-Detecting Travel Adapter And Converter by Hammacher Schlemmer. This pcket sized converter fits into a wide variety of international sockets and can automatically detect and convert incoming voltage to 120-volt AC power. It works in over 150 countries throughout Europe, Africa, Asia, the Americas and Caribbean, and Australia, and also comes with a built-in USB port that can simultaneously provide AC and USB connections to charge two devices at once. An integral surge protector protects electronics from potential power spikes. $39.95 hammacher.com/publish/73996...
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Okay, so if you had 2 choose between this camera and the previous model, which one would it be? (SnapSnapCameraGirl — 08/20/2007)
the Casio exilim EX-S770 Digital camera, or this one?
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Matt (08/21/2007)
There's a few tradeoffs when choosing between these two.
1.) 7.1MP (S770) or 10.0 MP (Z1050)
2.) True 16:9 widescreen (Z1050)
3.) Better CCD (Z1050; although it's essentially the same when you factor in the MP count)
4.) 640x480 video at full 30fps (S770; although the Z1050 does 25fps, which is perfectly fine)
5.) Better flash (S770; 5.5-22 feet)
6.) LCD Screen (S770; the Z1050 only has 115,000 pixels on the 2.6" screen, the S770 has 230,400 pixels on the 2.8" screen)
They're both about the same size (S770 is slightly smaller); both use the same card format; both have the same digital and optical zoom; neither have image stabiliztion (they both have what Casio likes to call Anti-Shake, but it's not as good).
And both are about the same price.
From the hundreds of pictures I just went through to help you decide, I would fully go with the Z1050.
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1.) 7.1MP (S770) or 10.0 MP (Z1050)
2.) True 16:9 widescreen (Z1050)
3.) Better CCD (Z1050; although it's essentially the same when you factor in the MP count)
4.) 640x480 video at full 30fps (S770; although the Z1050 does 25fps, which is perfectly fine)
5.) Better flash (S770; 5.5-22 feet)
6.) LCD Screen (S770; the Z1050 only has 115,000 pixels on the 2.6" screen, the S770 has 230,400 pixels on the 2.8" screen)
They're both about the same size (S770 is slightly smaller); both use the same card format; both have the same digital and optical zoom; neither have image stabiliztion (they both have what Casio likes to call Anti-Shake, but it's not as good).
And both are about the same price.
From the hundreds of pictures I just went through to help you decide, I would fully go with the Z1050.
SnapSnapCameraGirl (08/21/2007)
Thanks Matt!
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casio Z 1050, which brand and type of memory card should we buy for it (barrbarrella — 08/10/2007)
bought for my son, know nothing about memory cards, none supplied just very low capacity. what size and which type of card would be suitable please. any help gratefully received.
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bukit97 (08/10/2007)
Casio Z1050 uses SD/MMC/SDHC memory cards.
For the purpose of your son, a 2 gig SD card will be quite sufficient for a start, graduating to SDHC cards later on when he takes more pictures and videos.
It is the video clips that take up a lot of memory space, otherwise for the snapshots, a 1 gig card would take 900+ pictures at 2 meg size and 300+ pictures at 5 meg size, which is more than sufficient for single event.
Although I have never encounter any problem with the brand, it pays to buy Sandisk,Toshiba or Kingston and avoid the relatively unknown ones.
For further information, you may wish to log on to <a href="zipreviews.com/digital-came... site</a> about memory cards.
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For the purpose of your son, a 2 gig SD card will be quite sufficient for a start, graduating to SDHC cards later on when he takes more pictures and videos.
It is the video clips that take up a lot of memory space, otherwise for the snapshots, a 1 gig card would take 900+ pictures at 2 meg size and 300+ pictures at 5 meg size, which is more than sufficient for single event.
Although I have never encounter any problem with the brand, it pays to buy Sandisk,Toshiba or Kingston and avoid the relatively unknown ones.
For further information, you may wish to log on to <a href="zipreviews.com/digital-came... site</a> about memory cards.
barrbarrella (08/10/2007)
thank you so much bukit, for the prompt and helpful reply. My son wants to buy the card now as he has just had the camera for birthday and it only holds a few pics as it stands. He was looking at some really cheap one on one fo the well know dvd sites but as the camera was quite expensive I was worried about using a really cheap card so appreciate your help, now we will buy one tomorrow, following your advice..very helpful and the site link too. Thank you
barrbarrella
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Srini (08/17/2007)
You can buy really cheap from amazon.co.uk website, i also do have the casio z1050 camera and planning to buy 2gb SD card.
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barrbarrella (08/17/2007)
thank you so much srini, for that helpful reply, we need one desperately and we just dont know much about these modern things yet!! Just one query my son has (the camera was a gift to him from me)..... i had a good reply from bukit above, but my son suddenly wondered if the cards from play.com or amazon would all definitely be compatible with this casio, as bukit and you both recommend, i think we should buy an SD card, son was looking at the cheap ones on play.com but bukit above suggested not going for the cheaper ones, i wonder if the quality of the pics is not so good.... do you get what you pay for in quality with these cards i wonder???
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by James DeRuvo (08/29/2007)
The quality of the pictures won't change, Barb. But the cheaper the cards are, the more prone they may be to being corrupted or give write errors. You get what you pay for.
While I have your attention, allow me to make an pitch for using several smaller cards, rather than one large one. Reason being, insurance. Any memory card can fail or become corrupted. And when you're on vacation the last thing you want is to lose the opportunity to take pictures until you can recover that media card with a software utility. If your card goes bad, swapping another one for it at that moment is of advantage so you can keep taking pics. Then, later when you're in front of your PC, you can use a utility like "F-Recovery" to get back your pictures and recover your card.
No need to lose the moment because you relied on one large one when several smaller ones can solve that problem. At the very least, you want to get more than one of whatever size you settle on.
One last thing. Cards have different speeds. The faster a card is, the quicker it'll save the photo and cycle to be ready for another shot. In the end, your camera is only going to be as fast as it's slowest link in the chain. So check for speed when you purchase a card.
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While I have your attention, allow me to make an pitch for using several smaller cards, rather than one large one. Reason being, insurance. Any memory card can fail or become corrupted. And when you're on vacation the last thing you want is to lose the opportunity to take pictures until you can recover that media card with a software utility. If your card goes bad, swapping another one for it at that moment is of advantage so you can keep taking pics. Then, later when you're in front of your PC, you can use a utility like "F-Recovery" to get back your pictures and recover your card.
No need to lose the moment because you relied on one large one when several smaller ones can solve that problem. At the very least, you want to get more than one of whatever size you settle on.
One last thing. Cards have different speeds. The faster a card is, the quicker it'll save the photo and cycle to be ready for another shot. In the end, your camera is only going to be as fast as it's slowest link in the chain. So check for speed when you purchase a card.
barrbarrella (08/30/2007)
Thank you James, that is really helpful, will certainly get a couple of cards as you suggest, that really is a good safety precaution. We need to remember that these new fangled technical things are not always foolproof!!
Still have not bought this card yet, saw a Kingston one with was one of the recommendations above, and seeing reviews for it, some people said it was not good in a card reader..... sorry but do not know what that is.... or more to the point, will that matter .... my son just wants to take pics and put them on his pc as they all do these days. Perhaps a card reader if not necessary or is it? He has a cable to put the camera pics to the pc and that is all he wants to do. Not sure if a card reader is something we need.......?! Thanks for taking the time to reply, we are totally ignorant all this modern camera stuff.
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Still have not bought this card yet, saw a Kingston one with was one of the recommendations above, and seeing reviews for it, some people said it was not good in a card reader..... sorry but do not know what that is.... or more to the point, will that matter .... my son just wants to take pics and put them on his pc as they all do these days. Perhaps a card reader if not necessary or is it? He has a cable to put the camera pics to the pc and that is all he wants to do. Not sure if a card reader is something we need.......?! Thanks for taking the time to reply, we are totally ignorant all this modern camera stuff.
can i leave the camera set on 10 megapixels?? (mrhook — 07/19/2007)
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Ben Keough (07/20/2007)
Hi Deniz,
I'm not sure what you mean, exactly. The Z1050 is a 10MP camera, so it should select the 10MP shooting mode by default. Is yours not doing this?
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I'm not sure what you mean, exactly. The Z1050 is a 10MP camera, so it should select the 10MP shooting mode by default. Is yours not doing this?
mrhook (07/20/2007)
no it has different settings 10 being the biggest
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Ben Keough (07/20/2007)
Yes, I'm aware of that, but I meant to say that it should automatically choose the 10MP mode, as digital cameras tend to pick their "native" resolution by default. There's no reason not to stay at 10MP all the time, unless you're worried about space on your memory card.
Good luck!
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Good luck!
mrhook (07/20/2007)
thankyou
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Everytime i turn on my camera the menu screen comes on right away i have to reset all the settings everytime i turn it on...anyone know why? (help2006 — 07/13/2007)
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Rich Watson (07/13/2007)
No help here. Sounds like it's broke---can you have the dealer replace it (or has it been too long?)
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Peter (07/31/2007)
When you change a setting what button do you press? I suspect you're not 'saving' the option... Please let me know and I'll try to help.
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repairman (04/12/2008)
Ok, I am a repair man in Casio. This problem can be solved easily. Just download new firmware and format the chip on main board then this problem can disappear. Just contact me at www.cheapestpart.com. I will send you new firmware, and you can fix it by yourself in 4 minutes. Good luck!!
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When I upload my Z1050 videos to Photobucket, they become distorted. (notaplainjane — 07/03/2007)
The vids are perfect when I review them after uploading to my computer, but I need to transfer them to a website, so I place them on Photobucket. Something appears to be happening as a result of the compression process there. The video takes on a shimmer effect at times and isn't clear. Is this simply a transfer problem, or would a different camera produce better results? Do I need to adjust a setting on the Casio to reduce the video image? These vids are only 1 minute long--nothing that is too large. Photobucket suggested changing the HTML code to a smaller size. That still didn't produce clear results. Surely I can't be the only one facing this dilemma?
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Ben Keough (07/05/2007)
Hi Jane,
The problem is entirely on Photobucket's end, and there's not really much you can do. Sites like Photobucket and Youtube compress the video significantly and really damage the image quality. I don't think you'd get much better results from any one other camera.
If the Casio by any chance produces video using the Divx codec, you might consider using stage6.divx.com
it doesn't, try Dailymotion.com, which seems to use less compression than Youtube or Photobucket.
Good luck!
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The problem is entirely on Photobucket's end, and there's not really much you can do. Sites like Photobucket and Youtube compress the video significantly and really damage the image quality. I don't think you'd get much better results from any one other camera.
If the Casio by any chance produces video using the Divx codec, you might consider using stage6.divx.com
Good luck!
notaplainjane (07/05/2007)
Ben, thank you so much. Your advice was right on target. I was using Photobucket's new Beta (super fast) upload feature. When I uploaded using the original format, they were better.
I also uploaded to Dailymotion as you suggested, and they were much, much better. Still need to check out the stage6, as well as possibly a compression program for my computer to use and not rely on the hosting sites for that feature.
Thanks!
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I also uploaded to Dailymotion as you suggested, and they were much, much better. Still need to check out the stage6, as well as possibly a compression program for my computer to use and not rely on the hosting sites for that feature.
Thanks!
Ben Keough (07/05/2007)
No problem, glad I could help. :]
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Ally(ok) (02/24/2008)
how can i upload a video from photobucket to my computer?
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I have a Sony w90 and I am considering returning it for a Casio exz1050 because of the blurry pictures using the flash. Any thoughts on this? (regatta — 06/13/2007)
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Brenda Paro (06/22/2007)
I'm wondering why your flash pictures are coming out blurry? What settings are you using?
The Casios are great little cameras under certain circumstances, so some of that choice will depend on when and what you typically shoot.
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The Casios are great little cameras under certain circumstances, so some of that choice will depend on when and what you typically shoot.
regatta (06/22/2007)
Hi BrendaP,
I already returned the Sony W90, this is what I remember about the settings, most of the time I was using the auto setting and when in the P mode I had the iso set at 200.
I now have the Casio Z1050. I'm not sure I am going to keep it because most of the pictures have to be sharpened to suit my taste and the flash is weak. I have the sharpening setting set to +2 in the camera at this time and I will test to see if that helps.
The next camera I will try if this one doesn't work out will probably be the Canon SD750. I also here that the Sony T100 is pretty good.
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I already returned the Sony W90, this is what I remember about the settings, most of the time I was using the auto setting and when in the P mode I had the iso set at 200.
I now have the Casio Z1050. I'm not sure I am going to keep it because most of the pictures have to be sharpened to suit my taste and the flash is weak. I have the sharpening setting set to +2 in the camera at this time and I will test to see if that helps.
The next camera I will try if this one doesn't work out will probably be the Canon SD750. I also here that the Sony T100 is pretty good.
Brenda Paro (06/22/2007)
Thanks for the info. I haven't heard of a blurriness issue with Auto mode on the Sony as of yet, but if it wasn't working for you then exchanging it was a good idea. And I don't mean to send you on a goose chase exchanging cameras, but the SD750 is shaping up to be excellent...
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regatta (06/22/2007)
Hi BrendaP,
I already returned the Sony W90, this is what I remember about the settings, most of the time I was using the auto setting and when in the P mode I had the iso set at 200.
I now have the Casio Z1050. I'm not sure I am going to keep it because most of the pictures have to be sharpened to suit my taste and the flash is weak. I have the sharpening setting set to +2 in the camera at this time and I will test to see if that helps.
The next camera I will try if this one doesn't work out will probably be the Canon SD750. I also here that the Sony T100 is pretty good.
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I already returned the Sony W90, this is what I remember about the settings, most of the time I was using the auto setting and when in the P mode I had the iso set at 200.
I now have the Casio Z1050. I'm not sure I am going to keep it because most of the pictures have to be sharpened to suit my taste and the flash is weak. I have the sharpening setting set to +2 in the camera at this time and I will test to see if that helps.
The next camera I will try if this one doesn't work out will probably be the Canon SD750. I also here that the Sony T100 is pretty good.
regatta (06/22/2007)
Hi again,
I just received an email from Staples advertising the Sony W80 with a free memory stick and a free printer, all for $249.99. I am re thinking about buying the Sony back. I realize there isn't much difference between the W90 & the W80.
What do you think? Do you have any knowledge about the Casio Z1050. I have 90 days to decide (bought it in Costco).
Richard
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I just received an email from Staples advertising the Sony W80 with a free memory stick and a free printer, all for $249.99. I am re thinking about buying the Sony back. I realize there isn't much difference between the W90 & the W80.
What do you think? Do you have any knowledge about the Casio Z1050. I have 90 days to decide (bought it in Costco).
Richard
Brenda Paro (06/26/2007)
Hi there,
Haven't used the Z1050 but have heard both good and bad- ranging from the issue of blurry photos (which comes up a lot in the reviews for it ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... )) to the fact that it's extremely speedy on start-up and very easy to use. The blurriness seems to be a big drawback however.
If you didn't like the W90, the W80 is the same just with different megapixels (which you probably knew). You know, I am ridiculously excited myself about the Canon SD750. Are you still considering that one?
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Haven't used the Z1050 but have heard both good and bad- ranging from the issue of blurry photos (which comes up a lot in the reviews for it ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... )) to the fact that it's extremely speedy on start-up and very easy to use. The blurriness seems to be a big drawback however.
If you didn't like the W90, the W80 is the same just with different megapixels (which you probably knew). You know, I am ridiculously excited myself about the Canon SD750. Are you still considering that one?
regatta (06/26/2007)
Dear Brenda,
I presently have the Casio Z1050 and I am going to give it a real try to see if works out ok for me.
But if it doesn't my next choice right now would be to try the Canon SD750.
I passed on the Sony W80 that was on sale assuming I would get the same results that I had with the W90. The only other thing is perhaps I had a bad W90.
What kind of point & shot are you using?
What are you considering for your next purchase?
Richard
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I presently have the Casio Z1050 and I am going to give it a real try to see if works out ok for me.
But if it doesn't my next choice right now would be to try the Canon SD750.
I passed on the Sony W80 that was on sale assuming I would get the same results that I had with the W90. The only other thing is perhaps I had a bad W90.
What kind of point & shot are you using?
What are you considering for your next purchase?
Richard
Brenda Paro (06/27/2007)
Hi Richard,
My next purchase, honestly, will probably be a DSLR. I am really, really coveting the Canon SD750 myself, but I'm currently shooting with an SD800 and loving it, so I keep telling myself I don't need another Canon compact, no matter how good this one looks. I've also got an old 4 megapixel Canon A85 that I still take out pretty often for the really rough stuff, since if that one breaks, I won't mind TOO much, but it never seems to break. =) I think I'm a Canon convert, but let me know how the Z1050 works out. I think the Casios are great little cameras, and was actually considering purchasing this one until I saw all those 'blurry' comments. I'd like to know if it works out for you.
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My next purchase, honestly, will probably be a DSLR. I am really, really coveting the Canon SD750 myself, but I'm currently shooting with an SD800 and loving it, so I keep telling myself I don't need another Canon compact, no matter how good this one looks. I've also got an old 4 megapixel Canon A85 that I still take out pretty often for the really rough stuff, since if that one breaks, I won't mind TOO much, but it never seems to break. =) I think I'm a Canon convert, but let me know how the Z1050 works out. I think the Casios are great little cameras, and was actually considering purchasing this one until I saw all those 'blurry' comments. I'd like to know if it works out for you.
Confused between casio ex z1050, canon sd800 and canon sd900? (c213 — 06/09/2007)
Well i cant decide between the 3 cameras i need to buy one within 2 weeks because im going on holiday. I will use the camera a lot at night, in the sun/beach and scenery and obviously just everyday use. i want to be able to record good quality videos, prefer without duration limits. i wont print massive pictures, probably max. A4 paper size, i will usually be all around so the anti shak or image stabl. would be useful. I don't know please help me!
whats this point thingy?? :S
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whats this point thingy?? :S
c213 (06/09/2007)
Oh ok i would have given more points if i knew it was only for the best answer....sorry...please give me some suggestions...
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by James DeRuvo (07/06/2007)
Are you still looking for an answer? If so, I recommend you re-submit it on digitalcamera-hq.com so it will have a better chance of being noticed. These days it looks like most questions are being answered within a few days. Good luck!
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Sony Cybershot DSC-T20 or Casio Exilim Z1050? (wquintanilla1 — 06/07/2007)
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by James DeRuvo (06/08/2007)
I went over to Imaging Resource's Comparometer ( imaging-resource.com/IMCOMP... ) and compared similar models. Sadly, I couldn't do these two, but the previous models. Based on that, the DSC-T20 seems to have the edge in color and clarity. But again, that's based on previous models. Alot can change with newer updated ones.
In the end, you may need to go to a camera store and hold both. I can say that I'm not thrilled with the design of the T20 over the Z1050, but it's compactness doesn't show in the photos, I can tell you that.
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In the end, you may need to go to a camera store and hold both. I can say that I'm not thrilled with the design of the T20 over the Z1050, but it's compactness doesn't show in the photos, I can tell you that.
I just purchased a Casio Z1050, and confused about SD memory card, SD, SDHC class2,calss4 ?? can anyone help? (hortonllc — 06/07/2007)
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bukit97 (06/07/2007)
I used to remember the cards as
a. 'Standard cards' which is compatible to most digital cameras.
b. 'SDHC' cards which are high capacity cards of 4 gig and above.
SDHC cards only work on SDHC compatible cameras such as your Casio Z1050.
Depending on the write speed, SDHC cards are further split into classes. This is where your class 2 and class 4 come about. There is also a class 6 SDHC.
Class 2 card writes ar 2mb/sec, Class 4 card writes at 4mb/sec and as you might have guessed, class 6 cards write at 6mb/sec.
These are minimum write speed for each class and normally users, myself included, don't bother to find out mainly because, except for the 4 gig cards, the other SDHCs are expensive and until now mostly used by Professionals.
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a. 'Standard cards' which is compatible to most digital cameras.
b. 'SDHC' cards which are high capacity cards of 4 gig and above.
SDHC cards only work on SDHC compatible cameras such as your Casio Z1050.
Depending on the write speed, SDHC cards are further split into classes. This is where your class 2 and class 4 come about. There is also a class 6 SDHC.
Class 2 card writes ar 2mb/sec, Class 4 card writes at 4mb/sec and as you might have guessed, class 6 cards write at 6mb/sec.
These are minimum write speed for each class and normally users, myself included, don't bother to find out mainly because, except for the 4 gig cards, the other SDHCs are expensive and until now mostly used by Professionals.
Peter (06/12/2007)
Horton,
My computer has a built-in SD card reader and it couldn't read a 4GB SDHC (something to do with the larger capacity higher speed). Whenever you get a card and conect it directly to your computer instead of via the camera - you'll need to make sure you can read the card...
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My computer has a built-in SD card reader and it couldn't read a 4GB SDHC (something to do with the larger capacity higher speed). Whenever you get a card and conect it directly to your computer instead of via the camera - you'll need to make sure you can read the card...
what is the wide angel in this angle?? (meetay — 06/07/2007)
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Ben Keough (06/08/2007)
Hi Meetay,
The wide angle of the Z1050 is 38mm, which is pretty standard for subcompact digitals. It doesn't really count as true wide angle (which is generally considered 28mm and lower) but it will still do fairly well for landscape and group shots.
Hope this helps!
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The wide angle of the Z1050 is 38mm, which is pretty standard for subcompact digitals. It doesn't really count as true wide angle (which is generally considered 28mm and lower) but it will still do fairly well for landscape and group shots.
Hope this helps!
Between the over all ratings does the good equal out the bad on this camera? (QueenElizabeth — 05/31/2007)
I want to know if it is worth it getting this camera? Like does the good things on it equal out the bad? I hear that the LCD screen is horrible but do the other good things make it worth it to buy this camera?
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Ben Keough (05/31/2007)
Hi Elizabeth,
Based on what I've read of customer and pro reviews, the Z1050 seems to be a pretty solid performer all around. It gets good marks for picture quality in general, with most complaints having to do with blurriness when shooting indoors or in poor light in general--the truth is that ALL subcompact digital cameras suffer from this problem, so I wouldn't worry too much about that. Many reviewers comment on the surprising brightness of the LCD when shooting outside in good sunlight, which is a rarity on digitals.
Hope this helps!
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Based on what I've read of customer and pro reviews, the Z1050 seems to be a pretty solid performer all around. It gets good marks for picture quality in general, with most complaints having to do with blurriness when shooting indoors or in poor light in general--the truth is that ALL subcompact digital cameras suffer from this problem, so I wouldn't worry too much about that. Many reviewers comment on the surprising brightness of the LCD when shooting outside in good sunlight, which is a rarity on digitals.
Hope this helps!
racheln18 (07/06/2007)
Elizabeth,
I own this camera and have for a few months now. I took it with me on my class trip to the East Coast and took tons of great pictures. I have had no problems with it. I don't care for the software, but that's just personal preference. I don't know what everyone's complaining about blurriness. The only time I've had blurry pictures is when I have it set to one of the modes with a longer exposure time and this as far as I know, a common problem. The LCD screen is good, I don't know what other people are complaining about. I really like having so many shooting modes to choose from and even the video quality is decent (considering its a subcompact digital camera.)
Hope this helps you decide!
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I own this camera and have for a few months now. I took it with me on my class trip to the East Coast and took tons of great pictures. I have had no problems with it. I don't care for the software, but that's just personal preference. I don't know what everyone's complaining about blurriness. The only time I've had blurry pictures is when I have it set to one of the modes with a longer exposure time and this as far as I know, a common problem. The LCD screen is good, I don't know what other people are complaining about. I really like having so many shooting modes to choose from and even the video quality is decent (considering its a subcompact digital camera.)
Hope this helps you decide!
Owners manaul in Japanese. How can I get an owners manual in English? (sara77 — 05/30/2007)
Bought Casio Z1050 at Narita Airport. Manual in Japanese. Where can I buy English-language manual?
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bukit97 (05/30/2007)
You need not buy the English-language manual.
Just go to <a href="world.casio.com/qv/download... site</a> and download it for free.
If anything goes wrong try <a href="casio.com/support/manuals/&... this location first</a> and select ' digital cameras ' .
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Just go to <a href="world.casio.com/qv/download... site</a> and download it for free.
If anything goes wrong try <a href="casio.com/support/manuals/&... this location first</a> and select ' digital cameras ' .
sara77 (05/30/2007)
Hi, I'm new at this so I'm not certain as to how to award you points. Also, I now understand that my question was not specific enough. I'm familiar with the web site. My problem is that a printed pdf file is much too large to carry around. I do a lot of traveling, so want the small-sized English-language version of the manual that normally comes with the camera.
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Peter (06/12/2007)
Sara,
The file is sized on small paper - but I suspect you would print it on full size letter paper therefore the document would be too big to carry around.
Here's two things to try...
1. Using Adobe Acrobat (NOT the reader) you can delete the pages you do not need. You could get it down from the 252 pages to a more managable size.
2. Try printing programs like FinePrint (www.fineprint.com) as their software will print 1, 2, 4 or 8 pages to a single page on your printer.
Does that help?
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The file is sized on small paper - but I suspect you would print it on full size letter paper therefore the document would be too big to carry around.
Here's two things to try...
1. Using Adobe Acrobat (NOT the reader) you can delete the pages you do not need. You could get it down from the 252 pages to a more managable size.
2. Try printing programs like FinePrint (www.fineprint.com) as their software will print 1, 2, 4 or 8 pages to a single page on your printer.
Does that help?
Casio Exilim z1050 or Panasonic Lumix FX10? (nkh2 — 05/07/2007)
Which camera is better? I could find them for about the same price, so I wanted to know which is better. I couldn't find very many reviews for the Casio because it is pretty new.
I want a small, portable, camera. I want one that is well made and easy to navigate. The most important thing for me though, is good, clear, high quality pictures that have natural looking colors. I don't really need the 10 megapixels that the Casio has, but I wouldn't mind having that much.
I also would like to have pretty good video quality, that is not the most important thing for me though.
Which one would be the best for me to buy?
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Which camera is better? I could find them for about the same price, so I wanted to know which is better. I couldn't find very many reviews for the Casio because it is pretty new.
I want a small, portable, camera. I want one that is well made and easy to navigate. The most important thing for me though, is good, clear, high quality pictures that have natural looking colors. I don't really need the 10 megapixels that the Casio has, but I wouldn't mind having that much.
I also would like to have pretty good video quality, that is not the most important thing for me though.
Which one would be the best for me to buy?
Matt (05/08/2007)
I would avoid Casio cameras. Just from my experience, they tend to avoid issues with their cameras and deny the problems. Their lenses are very susceptible to vibrations and small shocks, and will stop being able to focus completely with simply normal use.
As you said, you don't need the higher MP, especially for the CCDs on these cameras right now. The more megapixels, the less light is filtered and the worse the picture quality becomes.
Between the two cameras you've suggested, I'd go with the Panasonic FX10. It's great in good-light, but not really that good with low-light, though.
Are you looking in the $180 price range? If you want to bump yourself up to a really nice camera, I would suggest the Canon SD700IS, SD800IS or SD750, or the Fuji F31D.
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As you said, you don't need the higher MP, especially for the CCDs on these cameras right now. The more megapixels, the less light is filtered and the worse the picture quality becomes.
Between the two cameras you've suggested, I'd go with the Panasonic FX10. It's great in good-light, but not really that good with low-light, though.
Are you looking in the $180 price range? If you want to bump yourself up to a really nice camera, I would suggest the Canon SD700IS, SD800IS or SD750, or the Fuji F31D.
Does the Z1050 come with a docking station in the box? (BMiller47 — 05/05/2007)
Is a docking station a good idea or is it better to hook up to the computer another way? I am new to putting pictures on the computer, so I want something easy.
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JasonM (05/07/2007)
The old model had a docking station, this new model - EX-Z1050 has a USB 2.0 connection (very easy, better when traveling).
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How good is it in taking action shots? Like a 2 year old.... (noname — 04/30/2007)
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Matt (05/08/2007)
With the current CCDs on ultra-compacts, you should really consider trying to stay at around 7.2 megapixels or under. Picture quality really starts degrading at that point, because the CCDs has to spread out incoming light to all those pixels.
I haven't had any good experiences with Casio cameras, either.
As such, just based on the camera there shouldn't be any problems with taking pictures. The camera is responsive, and time between depressing the button to actually getting the picture is fairly short. You can also set the shutter speed faster if you're in good light.
All I can do is suggest the Canon SD800IS. Wide-angle (28mm) would be convenient when you're in close range, the response time is nearly instantaneous, and the photo quality is beautiful. And, as all Canons it seems, the skin tone is spot-on.
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I haven't had any good experiences with Casio cameras, either.
As such, just based on the camera there shouldn't be any problems with taking pictures. The camera is responsive, and time between depressing the button to actually getting the picture is fairly short. You can also set the shutter speed faster if you're in good light.
All I can do is suggest the Canon SD800IS. Wide-angle (28mm) would be convenient when you're in close range, the response time is nearly instantaneous, and the photo quality is beautiful. And, as all Canons it seems, the skin tone is spot-on.
Which one to buy Canon A630, Casio EX-Z1050, Fuji finpix F40, canon sd600 (tyandnorahsgranny — 04/20/2007)
New to digital cameras. So many good/great ones to choose from. I don't need a lot of "bells and whistles." Thank's for you input.
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Ardi Ounapuu (04/21/2007)
Hello,
by technical specifications the A630 looks the best. It has BOTH of the following options- manual controls, and optical viewfinder. It also has the highest optical zoom.
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by technical specifications the A630 looks the best. It has BOTH of the following options- manual controls, and optical viewfinder. It also has the highest optical zoom.
tyandnorahsgranny (04/25/2007)
Hi Thank you for your input. I went with the Casio. All I can say is that this camera is AMAZING. You have to try it at your local store an see what I mean. Just fantastic all around. Slim easy to use..Not bulky like the canon. Perfect shots without flash. WOW
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Carrie (04/26/2007)
I just bought the canon sd600 for my teenage daughter she loves it. The pictures are great.
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Which one to buy Canon A630, Casio EX-Z1050, Fuji finpix F40, canon sd600 (tyandnorahsgranny — 04/20/2007)
New to digital cameras. So many good/great ones to choose from. I don't need a lot of "bells and whistles." Thank's for you input.
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Matt (05/09/2007)
I'm going to break up each camera and consider alternatives as well:
1.) Casio EX-Z1050. Good camera, but compromises to reach the "ridiculously ultra-slim" status. I will never recommend Casio, due to all their focusing issues. That's just me.
2.) Canon A630: Great camera, but for that size you may want to consider the A700IS. I would figure that you'd want this size camera for the zoom, otherwise you can get ultra-compacts with right around a 4x zoom as well.
3.) Finepix F40: Can't argue with you on this one. The F31D has a lower resolution, so you'll get less noisy pictures in low-light that this camera is known for.
4.) SD600: This was an amazing camera a year ago, and still is. But you should rather opt for the SD750 instead. Or, for a great ultra-compact, either the SD700IS or SD800IS (if you want wide-angle)
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1.) Casio EX-Z1050. Good camera, but compromises to reach the "ridiculously ultra-slim" status. I will never recommend Casio, due to all their focusing issues. That's just me.
2.) Canon A630: Great camera, but for that size you may want to consider the A700IS. I would figure that you'd want this size camera for the zoom, otherwise you can get ultra-compacts with right around a 4x zoom as well.
3.) Finepix F40: Can't argue with you on this one. The F31D has a lower resolution, so you'll get less noisy pictures in low-light that this camera is known for.
4.) SD600: This was an amazing camera a year ago, and still is. But you should rather opt for the SD750 instead. Or, for a great ultra-compact, either the SD700IS or SD800IS (if you want wide-angle)
tyandnorahsgranny (05/11/2007)
Thank you for the great input.
I have been using the Casio, but, I really am not sold like I thought I was at first.
The Canon SD1000 elph came out with a lot of extras and with a sd 2 bit card..well, you can imagine.
I was really after an anti shake, so the casio has it, but with the canon, the processor makes it an "anti shake blurr".
Thank you again.
Lucky I purchased the casio and canon where there is an excellent return policy without restocking fee. Has to be within 90 days!
Sue
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I have been using the Casio, but, I really am not sold like I thought I was at first.
The Canon SD1000 elph came out with a lot of extras and with a sd 2 bit card..well, you can imagine.
I was really after an anti shake, so the casio has it, but with the canon, the processor makes it an "anti shake blurr".
Thank you again.
Lucky I purchased the casio and canon where there is an excellent return policy without restocking fee. Has to be within 90 days!
Sue
Matt (05/11/2007)
Let me know which one you end up picking!
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tyandnorahsgranny (06/17/2007)
You won't believe it, but, I purchased the Fuji F40 FD and took it to North Carolina to my nieces wedding. If you have a chance, try to find a store that carries this camera and try it out. It really is an amazing camera. The only thing, is the shutter "lag". With a year old granddaughter, some of the pics are "missed."
Took back the Canon sd1000. Still have 2 more months to work with the Fuji, but, I really think it is a keeper.
Sue
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Took back the Canon sd1000. Still have 2 more months to work with the Fuji, but, I really think it is a keeper.
Sue
What is the red eye reduction like on Casio ex Z1050? (golden — 04/16/2007)
I need to take lots of pictures of dogs.
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revhead227 (04/20/2007)
hi Austin
you better download photo program to clean up red eyes by click mouse to aim on dogs eyes or people eyes then burn CD or flash drive to take photo shop to delvop the beautyyy photos!!
good luck
revhead227!
dont you agree with me ?? smile
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you better download photo program to clean up red eyes by click mouse to aim on dogs eyes or people eyes then burn CD or flash drive to take photo shop to delvop the beautyyy photos!!
good luck
revhead227!
dont you agree with me ?? smile
Ardi Ounapuu (05/10/2007)
Hi Austin,
it is a waste of time trying to find a camera that eliminates the red eye problem. As of today, the only option is to use an appropriate software. Adobe Photoshop Elements is an example of a software that fixes the problem even automatically.
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it is a waste of time trying to find a camera that eliminates the red eye problem. As of today, the only option is to use an appropriate software. Adobe Photoshop Elements is an example of a software that fixes the problem even automatically.
does the casio z1050 camera have image stabilization? (rcarlso66 — 04/12/2007)
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Ardi Ounapuu (04/12/2007)
Rosalie,
according to the manufacturer's website, the camera has digital image stabilization. It means that the lens is not mechanically stabilized like in most of other cameras. Instead of that the imaging processor analyzes the signal changes and tries to fix the picture.
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according to the manufacturer's website, the camera has digital image stabilization. It means that the lens is not mechanically stabilized like in most of other cameras. Instead of that the imaging processor analyzes the signal changes and tries to fix the picture.
racheln18 (04/12/2007)
Rosalie,
I actually own the z1050 camera (in blue) and it has image stabilization. I'm not sure if it fixes the picture or if the lens is stabilized, but I've taken quite a few photos, both of moving subjects and with my hands not being very still and the pictures are not blurry at all.
Hope this helps!
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I actually own the z1050 camera (in blue) and it has image stabilization. I'm not sure if it fixes the picture or if the lens is stabilized, but I've taken quite a few photos, both of moving subjects and with my hands not being very still and the pictures are not blurry at all.
Hope this helps!
Peter Tower (04/04/2008)
The Z1050 does not have image stabilization, although it states so in their manual and on the camera menu. They actually increase the ISO to a higher number, thereby speeding up the shutter time, ergo, less blur. It is not mechanically stabilized at all. I own this camera and truly love it. A trick an old wedding photographer taught me is to screw in an eyebolt into the tripod hole, attach a piece of nylon rope to it and drop the rope on the ground. When you want a more stable shooting platform, you drop the string, step on it and pull up. It makes a huge difference and will allow you cleaner shots in places where a tripod is not allowed.
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Best camera for photographing jewelry for website purposes? (ldamiano6 — 04/06/2007)
Need to be able to use a tripod, macro- white balance control and at least 3X zoom capabilites, large view finder essential. I don't want to break the bank. Understand the lighting is crucial, have light temt and external lights. need to have jpeg formating as I don't want to have to convert images. Have limited experience with cameras so I'm trying to keep things as simple as possible.
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steve mccall (04/06/2007)
hello louise,
i suggest a camera from the panansonic lumix range
it has a very good anti shake system.
they also have special modes for indoor shots.
i have a fz3 but the latest one is the fz7
to see how good it is. look at this image
flickr.com/photos/zandperl/...
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i suggest a camera from the panansonic lumix range
it has a very good anti shake system.
they also have special modes for indoor shots.
i have a fz3 but the latest one is the fz7
to see how good it is. look at this image
flickr.com/photos/zandperl/...
I want to take close up shots of wildflowers, hows the macro capability (ghayley54 — 04/01/2007)
For the best bang for the buck what camera has the best macro - Canon A630,640 or 570
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Joe (04/02/2007)
The Canon Powershot 640 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ) is the most pricy of the three at around $350 but it is also the most packed with goodies. 10mp, 4x optical zoom, reliability. But the Canon Powershot 570 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ) has a great 7.1 mp sensor with great macro features perfect for what you are doing. The auto focus and the image stablization will help very much when dealing with highly detailed photography. It is cheaper and newer too. I would go with the 570.
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ghayley54 (04/02/2007)
Hey
Thanks
theres so many options along with the new line of SD models. Its boggling! SD300 has a new macro lens but it must not be out there yet.
GR
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Thanks
theres so many options along with the new line of SD models. Its boggling! SD300 has a new macro lens but it must not be out there yet.
GR
mike (04/14/2007)
Hey Gayle,
when I was reseaching I found out that the sd 800 IS has superb macro down to 1.2 inches , unklike the a570 IS which goes to only 2 inches. You will need a camera with image stabilization, it help out greatly. I have tested out the sd 800 IS and it locks on to targets alot closer, clearer and quicker than any of the cameras that u mentioned. It will cost u though. Otherwise if u can't afford go for the a570 IS it is the best all around budget deal for u.
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when I was reseaching I found out that the sd 800 IS has superb macro down to 1.2 inches , unklike the a570 IS which goes to only 2 inches. You will need a camera with image stabilization, it help out greatly. I have tested out the sd 800 IS and it locks on to targets alot closer, clearer and quicker than any of the cameras that u mentioned. It will cost u though. Otherwise if u can't afford go for the a570 IS it is the best all around budget deal for u.
Ia a 2GB Secure Digital card compatible with a CASIO Exilim Z1050 digital camera? (sgriffin001 — 03/23/2007)
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bukit97 (03/24/2007)
2 GB secure Digital card is compatible with Casio Exilim Z1050.
In fact Casio recommends that for recording HQ movies, you have to use high speed SD cards with a recording speed of 10 mega pixels and above.
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In fact Casio recommends that for recording HQ movies, you have to use high speed SD cards with a recording speed of 10 mega pixels and above.
sgriffin001 (03/25/2007)
Thank you so much. This is the first time I have purchased a digital camera so I am learning a lot! You have a lot of points!! I'm clueless what they are about.
I have some more questions, too.
Are all these items compatible?
CASIO camera
Exilim Z1050BE
2GB SAN DISK Memory Card
Battery Charger
Standard Universal NiMh/NiCd...
I guess these letters include lithium and alkaline???
The camera comes with lithium.
Sandisk SDDR-99 ImageMate 5-in-1 Reader/Writer
Thank you!
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I have some more questions, too.
Are all these items compatible?
CASIO camera
Exilim Z1050BE
2GB SAN DISK Memory Card
Battery Charger
Standard Universal NiMh/NiCd...
I guess these letters include lithium and alkaline???
The camera comes with lithium.
Sandisk SDDR-99 ImageMate 5-in-1 Reader/Writer
Thank you!
JasonM (05/07/2007)
Exilim Z1050BE is the blue colored camera (BE is 'blue'). I have the black model on order for myself.
2GB SAN DISK Memory Card - this is probably the standard card which is ok for photos, but you are better with the superior SanDisk’s Ultra II or (better again) the SanDisk Extreme III. These faster cards allows the camera to record the image (or and any video) at a much faster rate. Me - I'm shopping for the SanDisk Extreme III.
Sandisk SDDR-99 - This is fine. The ImageMate 5-in-1 Card Reader/Writer is a Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Multi-card Reader/Writer that connects to your computers USB 2.0 port.
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2GB SAN DISK Memory Card - this is probably the standard card which is ok for photos, but you are better with the superior SanDisk’s Ultra II or (better again) the SanDisk Extreme III. These faster cards allows the camera to record the image (or and any video) at a much faster rate. Me - I'm shopping for the SanDisk Extreme III.
Sandisk SDDR-99 - This is fine. The ImageMate 5-in-1 Card Reader/Writer is a Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Multi-card Reader/Writer that connects to your computers USB 2.0 port.
JasonM (05/07/2007)
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bukit97 (05/07/2007)
Sgriffin.
Points : points are rewarded for the 'best answer' for a question and they are cumulative.
This means all the points that you collected will add up as a record of your contribution.
If you have accumulated a lot of points, it means you have contributed a lot of ' best answers'.
2. Compatibilities :
Z1050BE is compatible with 2 gig memory card and Casio Z1050 comes with it's own charger.
Chargers are specific for the batteries. NiMh charger will only charge NiMh batteries, similarly Lithium ion battery charger will only charge lithium ion batteries.
Lastly card readers can be single or multi. Single means it reads/writes to only one type of memory card. This can be SD card, xD card and so on.
Multi-card readers have multi slots for different cards. 5-in-1 means one card reader has 5 slots to read 5 different memory cards and if pays to make sure that your memory card is one of them before you buy.
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Points : points are rewarded for the 'best answer' for a question and they are cumulative.
This means all the points that you collected will add up as a record of your contribution.
If you have accumulated a lot of points, it means you have contributed a lot of ' best answers'.
2. Compatibilities :
Z1050BE is compatible with 2 gig memory card and Casio Z1050 comes with it's own charger.
Chargers are specific for the batteries. NiMh charger will only charge NiMh batteries, similarly Lithium ion battery charger will only charge lithium ion batteries.
Lastly card readers can be single or multi. Single means it reads/writes to only one type of memory card. This can be SD card, xD card and so on.
Multi-card readers have multi slots for different cards. 5-in-1 means one card reader has 5 slots to read 5 different memory cards and if pays to make sure that your memory card is one of them before you buy.
best pocket size digital camera (kristen23 — 03/22/2007)
looking to buy a pocket size camera, which do you suggest
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Ardi Ounapuu (03/22/2007)
Hello, you need to narrow your search because there are hundreds of cameras available that fit in your pocket. So let us know what kind of pictures you will take, in what light conditions etc. Also, how much money you can spend for the camera.
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linda (04/17/2007)
I'm looking for a really good small pocketsize digital camera with short delay-lag and an optical viewer (in addition to the digital display)
HELP!
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HELP!
julie ewart (12/23/2008)
camera sucks.
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kara kennedy (09/07/2009)
just looking for an all-round good little camera. mostly scenic shots, some close-ups
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Is it worth the extra money to get this as opposed to say a Kodak C875? (racheln18 — 03/19/2007)
I've narrowed my options down to this or the Kodak, but I'm not sure which is the better buy. I'm willing to shell out the bucks for the Casio, if it's reliable and as great as it sounds. I'm mainly concerned with the fact that most of the people I know have Nikons, Kodaks, Canons, or HP cameras. I really like the features on the Casio, but it is a lot of money for me to spend. I plan to travel a bit with it, so durability is an issue. I'm also curious about what I've read in various places about the necessity of the dock to transfer pictures. And then there's battery life. I'm going to need it to last for quite awhile, as I'll be out and about for the day and then back at the hotel and able to charge it then. Will it last?
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bukit97 (03/20/2007)
There appear to be two issues that you are concerned regarding Casio, the battery life and picture transfer.
Many people I know handle the battery needs by buying a spare battery. As Casio uses Lithium rechargeable battery, it should last quite a while before requiring a recharge and a spare battery make sure you will be alright for the day.
Battery problem for Kodak is also handled in the same way.
Picture transfer is the same for both. Kodak also needs a camera dock to transfer pictures.
To travel light, what you need is just a tiny card reader to transfer pictures to the computer, not the big camera docks.
With the two concerns removed, you might wish to go ahead with the purchase of Casio if you like the 10 meg sensor, metal body, and anti shake DSP with a promise of Super Life Battery.
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Many people I know handle the battery needs by buying a spare battery. As Casio uses Lithium rechargeable battery, it should last quite a while before requiring a recharge and a spare battery make sure you will be alright for the day.
Battery problem for Kodak is also handled in the same way.
Picture transfer is the same for both. Kodak also needs a camera dock to transfer pictures.
To travel light, what you need is just a tiny card reader to transfer pictures to the computer, not the big camera docks.
With the two concerns removed, you might wish to go ahead with the purchase of Casio if you like the 10 meg sensor, metal body, and anti shake DSP with a promise of Super Life Battery.
James DuPuy (03/30/2007)
If the 1050 is even close to the 850 or 750 in battery life, Expect a LOT of shots per charge! It should be similar as it uses the same battery. NB40. The 850 and 750 are great cameras! I am looking to get a 1050 myself.
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RWolf (04/07/2007)
Bought this one for my wife while on vacation. She liked it so much over our old Olympus.
Is ready very fast to take the first picture.
Once the battery was charged, it seems to last a very long time. We didn't charge the last two days while taking about 200 5mp photos. We got a high speed 1GB card and still had plenty of room.
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Is ready very fast to take the first picture.
Once the battery was charged, it seems to last a very long time. We didn't charge the last two days while taking about 200 5mp photos. We got a high speed 1GB card and still had plenty of room.
How strong is the flash for night-time use? (lesoleil7 — 03/19/2007)
I had another exilim and taking pictures outside at night was always a challenge, they never came out.
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bukit97 (03/20/2007)
Taking night pictures with a compact camera is itself a challenge. You need to know the range of the flash, in the case of Casio Exilim Z1050 it is 0.1 - 3.3m (wide) 0.5 - 1.8m (tele).
From the figures, you will have more chances of capturing a picture using wide angles where the flash will be effective within a distance of 10 feet.
Telephotos, on the other hand will only work within 5 feet.
If there are some enclosures, such as walls or something that reflect light, you will be better off. Otherwise, keep to the distance stated above and use more wide angles than telephotos, you will not come back empty handed.
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From the figures, you will have more chances of capturing a picture using wide angles where the flash will be effective within a distance of 10 feet.
Telephotos, on the other hand will only work within 5 feet.
If there are some enclosures, such as walls or something that reflect light, you will be better off. Otherwise, keep to the distance stated above and use more wide angles than telephotos, you will not come back empty handed.
danielWlucas (04/18/2007)
I currently have a casio z-60, and the flash is very effective. However, becuase it has no viewfinder, you cannot see what you are shooting at. That said, if there is enough light to see the picture in the LCD, and if it is anything like there last few models, the night time flash itself is definently on par with their competition for ultra compacts.
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how difficult is the download, saving, and manipulation of photos for this camera? (MoniqueGKG — 02/28/2007)
I have a Kodak Camera and moving the pictures around to save to another device is difficult. I am sure it is my LACK of camera/computer knowledge, however, I need an easy camera to operate.
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bukit97 (02/28/2007)
Monique,
It is not difficult to transfer pictures to the computer from a Casio Exilim Z1050 if you are using Windows XP.
If you have tried and encountered any problem that you cannot solve, you can take the memory card out of the camera and insert it into a card reader.
Plug the card reader to the USB port of the computer and you can download the pictures to the latter using the copy and paste method.
Alternatively, you can download Picasa2 from the internet to copy the picture from the card reader to the computer for you.
Picasa also has some picture editing and printing function that are quite user friendly.
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It is not difficult to transfer pictures to the computer from a Casio Exilim Z1050 if you are using Windows XP.
If you have tried and encountered any problem that you cannot solve, you can take the memory card out of the camera and insert it into a card reader.
Plug the card reader to the USB port of the computer and you can download the pictures to the latter using the copy and paste method.
Alternatively, you can download Picasa2 from the internet to copy the picture from the card reader to the computer for you.
Picasa also has some picture editing and printing function that are quite user friendly.
Casio Exilim Z1050 Reviews
Casio Exilim Z1050 Reviews by Digital Camera-HQ Users
- 2.0 out of 5
Camera looks good but pictures are bad
(Chris — 06/27/2008)
I have owned casio cameras before that produced fantastic pictures with bright colours. I thought I'd upgrade to this one, but half the pictures I take are blurry through no fault of mine, night time ones are systematically bad and red eyes are most common. Avoid at all costs.
- 4.0 out of 5
Easy to use
(Naomi — 12/12/2007)
This is the third camera I own in less than a year. Hassle free, easy to understand and take pictures. I love the pics.
- 2.0 out of 5
Blurry pictures
(MikeK — 12/03/2007)
I read many great reviews about the camera so I thought I would buy one when my old pocket digital died (a Minolta). I have to say that I have been pretty disappointed with this camera. Many of the pictures (especially inside ones) are out of focus and blurry. I’m not a professional photographer but I have used digital cameras since the mid-1990s and I can keep a camera steady when shooting a shot. I recently took some pictures of my daughter for one of her school projects. Out of the 6 shots that I took (her sitting in a chair) 4 were out of focus and one was outstandingly clear. Very odd. Because of this I went out to Walmart about bought a cheap Nikon L12. Although this camera gets mediocre reviews, I’m pretty happy with it. The overall picture quality is better than the Casio and I no longer have the blurry problem.
- 4.0 out of 5
Great pocket Camera
(jim jones — 09/16/2007)
Fits in your pocket
The Best Shot software helps with the settings
The blurry pictures I have taken were because it is small and you have to have a steady hand.
tripod pics are great
great price
- 4.0 out of 5
Owned many digital cams - Z1050's photos are outstanding
(tjb — 08/11/2007)
After digicam experience with Nikons, Canons, and Casio Exilims, I'd have to say that the Canon Digic processessor (on the A610), for me, produced the best photos. BUT Contrary to the claims about the Z1050's photos being "blurry" or out of focus, my photos are turning out really, really well. And there IS a menu option to increase/decrease the level of sharpness in your photos. Try playing around with the autofocus and sharpness options. This is by far one of the best camera's I've had.
PS the "zoom during movie" feature is indespensible once you get used to it. And the widescreen resolution is awesome for using your landscape photos as backgrounds on widescreen monitors.
- 3.0 out of 5
Mixed feelings
(Juliana — 08/01/2007)
I had the previous model before, I believe it was Z700 or something like that, 7.1Megapixels which I bought from Costco, after 10 months it just stopped working, wouldn't react to anything turn on or off, took it back to Costco. By that time the newer model came outand I took it (EX-Z1000). It broke this weekend, the lens would not go back. It seems like it is a common problem.
Overall I have mixed feeling about this camera, I did like it, took a lot of good pictures with it, although I have to agree that most of the pictures look blurry on LCD display, but ok when you download them, and also a lot of indoor (electrical lighting) pictures do not look very sharp also.
But I did like a lot of features in this camera, large LCD, compact size, etc....
- 3.0 out of 5
Agree with Blurry
(NJ Diva — 07/31/2007)
I have to say that I bought this camera from Costco as well for the 10megapixel feature. The images were very blurry in the viewfinder after the shot and printed out very dark and lack crispness. I will be returning it today. I also agree b/c I have a Canon 4 megapixel and it rocks. I just wanted something smaller. Oh well, back to Canon.
- 2.0 out of 5
Blurry, Blurry, Blurry
(Peter — 07/13/2007)
Bought this at Costco after looking through ratings. After using it for 1 month, I find that almost every picture that you see in the viewfinder looks a little blurred, and the downloaded images are also not that sharp. When I compare picture from my two year old 3 MP Cannon to this 10 MP camera, the 3MP wins.
- 1.0 out of 5
my camera sucks
(miriam — 07/11/2007)
my boyfriend bought me this camera last year and just recently i have been having problems like my lens when it is suppose to come out it gets stuck and makes funny clicking noises also the shutter doesnt completely shut i took very good care of my camera it doesnt even have a scratch on it and its never been dropped
- 5.0 out of 5
Great Pocket Camera!
(Rachel N. — 07/07/2007)
I love this camera! I have had no problems and the only blurry pictures I've ever taken have been with the longer exposure time modes because I can't hold it still. I do have the image stabilizer activated, so I'm not sure how much that affects my pictures. I took it on my class trip to the East Coast and took over a thousand pictures with a 2GB SD card. All of the pictures came out great and display beautifully on my widescreen laptop. The battery life was great, too! I bought an extra battery, just in case, and am continually amazed at its long life. Personally, I don't care for the software that came with it, but that's just me. There's nothing wrong with it, I just prefer others. The size of the camera is perfect for carrying in my pocket or my purse and allows me to take candid shots quickly and easily. The settings are very easy to figure out. There are lots of adjustable settings that someone more photographically literate could change to create the ideal photo, but even I can get great pictures every time!
Love it!!!
- 1.0 out of 5
Pictures are blurry!
(Bernie Kwan — 06/22/2007)
No matter what I try, pictures come out blurry. It seems like it has a soft focus....taking it back to Costco. Very disappointed..will not buy another Casio.
- 2.0 out of 5
blurry
(BECKY — 06/19/2007)
I owned a 4mp Casio before and it was great. Just got this one and no matter what setting I try to put it on alot come out blurry and some the color is kind've dull. Taking it back!
- 3.0 out of 5
Blurry 80% when taking pictures inside
(john — 05/13/2007)
I would like to say to those people that hardly know about cameras to stop giving good reviews on devices that are not giving customers great results. I am in the technology industry and my wife is a graphic designer with minor in photography. I own a kodak 2MP camera for 7 years and have used SLR cameras as well. My Kodak culd take pics inside and outside without picture coming out blurry. I took many pic with the CASIO and almost all pictures that I took inside where blurry and about 60% of outside pics were not. This is not acceptable for a $250 10MP camera.
- 5.0 out of 5
Great buy
(Andrew — 04/25/2007)
This is my second digital camera, and I am very impressed. I would highly recommend that anyone buy this camera. I have taken a few test shots around the city and it has worked very well.
- 5.0 out of 5
super software
(dick warneka — 03/01/2007)
This is my second casio digital and this one is even easier to use. The large screen is a huge help. I just love the product and it's ease of use.
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