Casio Europe Press Release

Norderstedt, June 2006 - Summer’s here and we already have the first hit: the new EXILIM ZOOM EX-Z1000 black. Just like the EX-Z1000, which was launched on to the market in its silver body in May 2006, the black high-end compact camera captivates with 10.1 Megapixels resolution and a extra-bright 2.8-inch wide screen TFT colour display. Trend-conscious hobby photographers will get their money’s worth with the new EX-Z1000 black. The matt black body gives the EX-Z1000 black a glamorous appearance. Whether for a stylish entrance to a premiere party or dancing samba in a trendy club - you can take the jewel of Summer 2006 everywhere. The EX-Z1000 black naturally thrills its owners with innovative functions. Three new CASIO zoom functions lead the list of attractive features. The Quick Zoom function allows the presetting of a certain zoom ratio. If you’d like to view wide-angle and telephoto shots parallel on the display, you can use the Zoom Continuous Shutter function. The Non Deterioration Zoom enables the camera to reach extremely high zoom areas up to a 17.1x magnification*. With the Cropping function, the 37 preset BEST SHOT pre recorded scenes and the Anti Shake DSP (Digital Signal Processor), the EX-Z1000 black rounds off the recipe for a successful summer.

* With selected VGA resolution

EXILIM ZOOM EX-Z1000 black - Main Features

Superior performance, amazing image quality, and functionality for beautiful photographs
  * 10.1 million effective pixels.
  * A high dynamic range, 1/1.8-inch CCD, which delivers low-noise imaging.
  * The ability to zoom between 4.3X and 17.1X* with no reduction in image quality.
  * BEST SHOT function with high-sensitivity shooting mode, up to a maximum of ISO 3200.
  * Anti Shake DSP, which is built into the EXILIM Engine image processor, reduces blurring due to unsteady hands or moving subjects.
  * Rapid Flash function enables up to three shots per second, enabling high-speed flash photography.
  * Fast power-on function, so the first shot can be taken just 1.3 seconds** after switching on.
  * Release time lag of only approximately 0.002 seconds,*** allowing the shot to be captured practically instantaneously with the push of the shutter button.
  * High-speed picture playback of approximately 0.1 second interval.
  * Super Life Battery allows up to 360 shots**** to be taken, measured by CIPA standards.
    * This applies with image size set anywhere from VGA to 5 megapixels. Zoom ratio can be enhanced by cropping an image.
    ** Using internal memory, with built-in flash off.
    *** With built-in flash off.
    **** With LCD display set to standard brightness.

Large, wide-format LCD display built for ease of viewing
  * Large, 2.8-inch, wide-format LCD monitor lets users enjoy high-impact images of their shots.
  * High-resolution, 230,400 pixel display presents clear, detailed images and data.
  * Wide and Bright display (brightness: 1200cd/m2 *****) makes viewing in bright outdoor light easier than ever before.
  * Display button can be used to change display formats with just one touch.
  * Display utilizes a vertical stripe pixel array, ensuring that the menus are clear and easy to read.
  * Right edge of the display shows operational icons, enabling easy operation and quick review of settings.
  * Multi-image function can display 12 images on a single screen.
    ***** On the highest brightness setting, measured at the center of the screen.

Photographic functions designed to take advantage of the camera’s high resolution
  * The revolutionary Zoom Continuous Shutter mode allows the user to compare a wide angle and a telephoto shot in the same display and to take both shots simultaneously with only one press of the shutter button.
  * Revive Shot refreshes the faded colors of old photos, bringing them back to life in digital format.
  * Quick Zoom feature enables instant switch to a preset zoom ratio with just one touch of a button.
  * 37 different types of BEST SHOT sample images. Users can choose one of these samples to make sure their photos come out just right.
  * Movies can be taken in VGA size (640x480 pixels) at 25 frames per second (Motion JPEG).

Other functions for intuitively easy operation
  * Quick Shutter function allows for fast focusing, reducing focusing error.
  * Auto Macro mode allows for automatic switching between auto focus mode and macro mode.
  * 9-Point Multi AF function clearly shows areas of auto focus when photographing subjects with multiple focus points.
  * Direct On function allows users to press a single button to quickly start the camera in either shooting or playback mode.
  * Multi-function cradle can be used to recharge the battery, connect to a PC to download images, and connect to audiovisual equipment. The cradle also functions as a photostand, allowing users to view an image slideshow