ShareNeedLes: June 2008

A New Tool: The Casio EX-S10

I know I don't post here as often as I once did, but I figured since I got a new tool that I'd write up a little review about it and share it with whoever stumbles across it.

Today I purchased a Casio EX-S10 Exilim, supossively the world's thinnest digital camera. Any one from South Korea reading this is probably laughing...

I've owned quite a few pocket cams and am looking forward to using the EX-S10.

So far the best parts about the EX-S10 are:

1. It's overall size. Creditcard sized and Lightweight, it fits easily in my pocket.

2. It's user interface is naturally easy to navigate.

3. The dedicated video "record" button is convenient.

4. The screen on the back is GIANT (3")

5. Lot's of settings for maximum customization.

I've only had it for a few hours, but it seems like a really good camera. If I would have done anything different, it would probably have been to buy it online. But since I like to go to an actual store and handle a camera before I buy it, I ended paying a "convenience" mark-up.

Bought mine at Ritz Camera for $249 + $40 for the 133x SanDisk ExtremeIII SD card.

So far I'm satisfied with the investment. Should turn out to be a worthwhile tool. I guess my flickr photo stream will be the judge.

For more info on the Casio EX-S10, see DPReview.com's take.

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