Casio Exilim EX-S20U Review
By
June 3rd, 2004
Summary
The new EXILIM EX-S20 and EX-M20 models are 10% smaller than their predecessors with no sacrifice to function, and retain a resolution of 2.0 million effective pixels. A number of added features such as the enhanced movie recording facility of up to 60 seconds, extended battery life of 85% over previous models, and the new scratch resistant acrylic panel monitor (LCD), to name but a few, re-emphasize EXILIM as the perfect partner to take anywhere, anytime.The EXILIM EX-S20 and EX-M20 are a mere 11.3 mm thick, 83mm wide and 53mm high. Their stylish stainless steel cases resist de-colouration and are finished to a high gloss using CASIOs `Ex Fine Blast Treatment¿. Furthermore, a new lens protection cover has been added to help protect the lens from impact and dirt.
Specs
Key Features
Image Sensor Type
CCD
Resolution
2.11 Megapixel
Optical Zoom
Without Optical Zoom
Camera Type
Ultra-Compact
Lens
Interchangeable Lens
Without Interchangeable Lens
Optical Zoom
Without Optical Zoom
35mm Zoom Lens
37 mm
Digital Zoom
4x
Focus Type
Fixed Focus
Focus Range
31.5 in. to Infinity (w)
Macro Focus Range
11.81 - 31.5 in. (w)
Focal Length
5.6 mm
Image Quality
Resolution
2.11 Megapixel
Resolutions
640 x 480, 1600 x 1200, 1600 x 1072, 1280 x 960
Video
Video Quality
320 x 240 (QVGA)
Max Movie Length
60 Seconds
Video Format
AVI
Exposure Control
ISO Speeds
64, 500, 250, 125, Auto
Aperture Range
f3.5 (w) - f3.5 (w)
White Balance
Auto, Manual
Storage
Memory Type
SD Card, Built-in, MMC Card
Built-in Memory Size
10 MB
Compression Modes
Fine, Normal
Compression Type
JPEG
File Size (High Res.)
1.05 MB (121 images on 128MB card)
File Size (Low Res.)
.1 MB (about 1280 images on 128MB card)
Flash
Flash Type
Built-In
Flash Functions
Red-eye Reduction Flash, Fill-in Flash, Auto Flash, Flash Off
Viewfinder / Display
Viewfinder
Optical (Through-the-lens)
LCD Panel
With LCD Panel
LCD Panel Size
1.6 in.
LCD Screen Resolution
84,960 pixels
LCD Protected Position
Without LCD Protected Position
Interfaces
Interface
USB
Power Supply
Battery Type
Proprietary Lithium
Battery Life
190 Images
Included Features
Self Timer
10 Sec., 2 Sec.
Mp3 Built In
Without MP3
Built-in Microphone
Without Built-in Microphone
Built-in Speaker
Without Built-in Speaker
Tripod Mount
Without Tripod Mount
System Requirements
Operating System
Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft Windows ME, Microsoft Windows 98, Microsoft Windows 2000, Apple Mac OS X, Apple Mac OS 9, Apple Mac OS 8
Dimensions
Width
3.27 in.
Depth
0.44 in.
Height
2.09 in.
Weight
0.17 lb.
Miscellaneous
Included Accessories
Remote Control, AC Power Adapter, Lithium Battery, Hand Strap, Cradle / Docking Station, USB Cable, Software