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Casio Exilim EX-Z1000

July 12th, 2006 | by David Elrich

Conclusion

I was pleasantly surprised at the quality of this new 10MP point-and-shoot digicam. I really didn't like the Casio EX-S500 but this digicam is definitely a shooter of a different color. The EX-Z1000 has a nice feel, superb onscreen menus, is simple to use and it takes good—not great—photos. I recommend it, especially if you can get it for around $350.

Pros

• 10MP for less than $400
• Takes very good images overall
• Excellent onscreen menus
• Good response time for a point-and-shoot

Cons

• Poor focusing with Quick Focus mode
• No aperture- or shutter priority modes
• Movie mode should be better
• No printed owner's manual