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Casio Exilim EX-Z1080 (black)

Product summary

The Casio Exilim EX-Z1080 is a 10.1-megapixel, ultra-compact camera.Compared to other ultra-compact digital cameras on the market, it is midpriced at around $225.

Specifications: Digital camera type: Ultracompact; Resolution: 10.1 megapixels; Optical zoom: 3 x; See full specs

Price range: $239.96

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CNET product brief

Description: The Casio Exilim EX-Z1080 is a 10.1-megapixel, ultra-compact camera.Compared to other ultra-compact digital cameras on the market, it is midpriced at around $225.

Pros: Has a 10.1-megapixel resolution, which is considerably higher than some similarly priced digital cameras.Also, this digital camera has a 2.6 inch viewscreen, which is larger than some similarly priced digital cameras.Weighing only 4.5 ounces without battery or media, this digital camera is very light for a compact camera.

Cons: None noted, given available product data.

Suitability: An ultra-compact digital camera, suited for everyday snapshot photography.A recommended use, based on key features, is semi-professional photography.The largest recommended print size, estimated from the camera's resolution, is 12x16 or larger.

Value: In general, this digital camera's features are in line with its price.

Suggestions: For more help in deciding if this is the best digital camera for you, visit the buying guide for digital cameras at CNET Reviews.

CNET's Product Briefs are generated by a software tool that combines product specifications with knowledge of our editorial experts. They do not reflect hands-on assessment or labs testing. For more information about how we create Product Briefs, contact us.

CNET editors' buying advice

We have not reviewed this product but here is CNET's buying advice on Digital cameras. This content was chosen based on the features included with this model of digital camera.

Snapshooter

The casual photographer needs a camera that is easy to carry and easy to use, so compact and ultracompact cameras make the best choice. These digital cameras are the most useful for taking snapshots anywhere, and can produce nice photos for email, web, or prints smaller than 8x10 inches.

The specs that matter

Resolution It doesn't matter. Most digital cameras on the market today have sufficient resolution for your needs.
Price$150 to $300
Lens typeZoom (range encompassing at least 38mm to 114mm, 35mm equivalent)
Storage mediaInternal memory, CompactFlash, Memory Stick, xD-Picture Card, or Secure Digital/MultiMediaCard
Photo file formatJPEG
InterfacesUSB, NTSC/PAL television connection
Exposure controlsAutomatic, programmed scene modes, exposure compensation (for tweaking the automatic exposure)
Focus controlsAutomatic
Flash modesAutomatic, fill, red-eye reduction
SoftwarePhoto stitching, photo album, slide show
Multimedia VGA (640x480), 30fps video-clip recording with sound
Cool features to look for Direct-to-printer (PictBridge) output compatibility, in-camera red-eye removal, automatic exposure fix, optical or mechanical image stabilization, face detection

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Reviews from around the Web

  • laptopmag.com

    Editors' rating: 60

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  • pcworld.com

    Editors' rating: 76

    Summary: Overall, I like the EX-Z1080, for its small size and relatively quick control menus. But, unless you're a YouTube junkie, this camera has little to set it apart from the dozens of other compact models

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