Casio Exilim EX-S2 2MP Digital Camera

Average customer rating:

Poor customer service

SUPERB CAMERA FOR TRAVELERS

Quick Shot & Size is ultra-convenient

By far the best point and shoot i ever owned!

Well thought out design

Casio Exilim EX-S2 2MP Digital Camera

Manufacturer: CASIO
ProductGroup: Photography
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SimpleTech 256 MB Secure Digital Card (STI-SD/256)

PhotoImpact 6.0

Samsonite Worldproof 1.4 Digital Camera Bag -Blue/Black

Ceiva Advanced Digital Photo Receiver

SmartDisk USB Reader-Writer for Secure Digital Cards

Product Features:

2-megapixel sensor creates 1,600 x 1,200 images for sharp prints at sizes up to 8 x 10 inches

4x digital zoom autofocus lens

Includes 12 MB of built-in memory--also expandable via Secure Digital memory cards

Connects with PCs and Macs via USB port

Powered by rechargeable lithium ion batter (included)

ASIN: B00006MZ09
Release Date: 2002-10-22

Product Description

Casio EXILIM EX-S 2 is just perfect. Super thin and stylish, it is also incredibly functional. A high-resolution megapixel CCD provides 2.0 million effective pixels (2.11 million total pixels) for images that print beautifully. Fixed focus eliminates the need for lens movement, which shortens startup time and shooting time. Simply select the sample scene that matches the type of image you are trying to record and the camera performs troublesome setups automatically for beautiful pictures every time. DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) data storage protocol provides image intercompatibility between the digital camera and printers.

Amazon.com Review

Casio calls their Exilim EX-S2 a wearable card camera, and it lives up--or should we say down--to that name. About the size and heft of a deck of cards (at .44 inches, it's even a bit thinner), the EX-S2 can be worn around the neck and barely be noticed.

And Casio packs what it can into the tiny frame. The camera captures 2-megapixel still images and AVI movies (without sound) at 320 by 240 pixels. Its 1.6-inch TFT LCD is bright enough to use for framing shots and viewing captured images in daylight. And the built-in flash carries about six feet--some indoor images taken farther than that from our subjects appeared a little dark.

But, otherwise, images proved to be bright and crisp, with rich and realistic colors. Outdoor images were as good as much larger and more expensive cameras, while indoor shots within the EX-S2's flash range were sharp enough to print out.

The tiny docking station that ships with the camera recharges the battery and provides a link to your PC (you can't connect the camera to your computer without going through it). The EX-S2 includes 12 MB of internal memory that can be expanded by purchasing an optional Secure Digital memory card.

Of course, the small size does constrain the camera features. There's no optical zoom on the EX-S2--only a 4x digital zoom instead of a preferred optical zoom. And the 2-megapixel limit is best for snapshots and medium-quality enlargements up to 8 x 10.

But if it's portability and ease of use that you want from your camera, you won't find many that will fit as snugly in a pocket or around your wrist than this miniscule yet still powerful device. --J. Curtis

Pros:

Extremely tiny and lightweight
High-quality images
Good features for its size.

Cons:

No optical zoom
Only 2-megapixel resolution

Amazon.com Product Description

With a super-slim design and having the height and length of a credit card, the Casio Exilim EX-S2 is sure to have heads turning as you effortlessly snap high-quality digital photos. Don't let the size fool you, the EX-S2 is equipped with a 2.11-megapixel sensor, 12 MB of built-in memory, and full-motion movie recording.

Optics and Resolution
The 2.11-megapixel CCD sensor captures sharp and brilliant images of up to 1,600 by 1,200 pixels, creating prints with sizes of up to 8 by 10 inches. Focusing is fixed for effortless operation, and the 4x digital zoom brings you up close to the action. Most other digital cameras are slow in operation, but the Exilim's speedy start-up time, lens, and CPU get to work so that, when the camera's turned on, a photo is taken in 0.01 seconds of pressing the shutter, capturing that otherwise lost moment.

Storage and Transfer
Images are stored on 12 MB of internal memory, which stores about 24 images with settings at normal resolution. If you want more memory, the expansion slot is compatible with any MMC or SD memory card. You can quickly and easily transfer your files onto a PC or Mac using the USB port for computer editing and sharing with friends and family.

Movie Mode
In addition to taking still photos, the Exilim can also record AVI movie clips. The movie can be as long as 30 seconds at a resolution of 320 by 240 pixels.

More Features
Many of the Exilim's settings can be modified, such as programmed exposure, white balance, and flash. When you shoot in the "best shot" mode you can select a stored photo that looks similar to the photo you want to take and the camera automatically sets up to achieve that look. You can easily keep track of all these modes using the large 1.6-inch color LCD screen.

Power, Size, and Contents
The Exilim comes with a rechargeable lithium-ion battery, which has an approximate battery life of 65 minutes. The camera itself measures 3.46 by 2.16 by 0.44 inches and weighs 3.1 ounces without the battery. Other standard accessories are a hand strap, CD-ROM with imaging software, USB cradle and cable, and AC adapter for cradle.

Customer Reviews:

Poor customer service.......2006-09-27

Casio has a history of poor service after the sale. This camera will work for a while, but don't expect to much more than give it a toss if it malfunctions. I bought one of these Casio Exilim models 3 years ago. Since that time, the viewer cracked and the cost of the repair was 90% of the camera's price. Then the software began to malfunction, intermittently, by that time out of warranty. I find Casio has great features on paper but after the sale service not at all satisfactory. Now I have a very simple 5MP Kodak Easyshare. And judging from user reviews, Kodak will turn around a broken camera in 48 hours. I'll take that over a bunch of bells and whistles anyday.

SUPERB CAMERA FOR TRAVELERS.......2005-02-19

I got my Exilim for taking pictures while traveling, mainly around Europe for three months. The best feature is the small size, small enough to slip unnoticeably in my pocket T-shirt pocket. Pick pockets are abound in Europe, tho violent crime is far less. Being able to carry my camera unnoticeably was great. If you want to make large prints of your travels, a camera with 5 or more mega pixels should be the choice, but the postcard size 4 X 6" prints I made of the trip were excellent and comparable to the 35mm point and shoot cameras I have used. There are many options, such as setting the white balance, which is very useful, that you wouldn't expect on such small camera. Pictures taken in very low light conditions, such as in a darkened night club, are not good, but you do get severely grainy, off color images if it's necessary to take a picture. The 30 second video clips are much lower resolution than 2MP but can be fun to use. I cannot complain about the 3500 pictures I took in Europe and more than that in the US in the first six months of ownership. The battery allowed my chip limit of 120 or so pictures, as long as I could keep from constantly checking to see how the days shots were working. Do all the editing at the end of the day. I did have my laptop with me to download the days pictures. It takes 483 pictures with my new 512MP chip. Enough that my trip to SE Asia for a month later held most of what I took, with no laptop to download to. No more wishing I had a camera on hand if that special moment occurs.

Quick Shot & Size is ultra-convenient.......2005-02-14

I can snap away at those precious shots that we normally lose due to slow shutter speeds. Just be careful, this thing is so small and convenient that I have taken too many pictures. Hopefully I will print most of them before they get lost. The clarity of 2 MegaPixels is amazing... =).

One the negative side: Flash is a bit weak so taking group photos in low light is not a good idea.

By far the best point and shoot i ever owned!.......2005-01-13

I absolutely LOVE this camera. I would label myself as an "advanced" photographer, having done studio work, shows, and used various formats, but i never forget my roots in why i began liking photography- SNAPSHOTS!!! Nothing is better than coming back from that fun night of dancing and having hiliarious shots of you and your friends busting a move. Or remembering that you have a camera in your pocket when you run into an old friend or some other unique situation. This camera is so tiny, you can shove it in your pocket even when wearing tight clothes, and it's barely noticable. It's also extremely durable. Being the klutz that i am, i have dropped this camera a billion times and even spilled POP on it, and it still works perfectly. Also, i have never even purchased a memory card for it. The ten megs of internal memory is good enough if you are just takign shots for the web/online photo albums. I set my resolution lower and i can usually get about 60-80 pics out of the 10 megs. I have even tried printing some of those pictures, and they actually came out pretty decent.

I wouldn't recommend this camera to someone who is taking precious shots of their baby and they want to print them and put into an album, but i would recommend it to anyone who wants fun snapshots on the go, has always been bogged down by the inconvenience of NOT having a pocket-size camera, and views most of their photos online. This thing is fun, hip, and extremely convenient for the spontaneous snap-shotter.

Well thought out design.......2004-06-16

I bought this camera around Christmas time and I have absolutely loved it. I needed a point and shoot digital that I wouldn't have to think about adjusting, and this camera is perfect. It has the little signs of being designed well: really fast start up time, very quick shutter response, it retains settings on shutdown (my first camera chraged the flash all the time and ate batteries like there was no tomorrow), and the list goes on. It has the feel of a well thought-out product, the way something like an ipod does. I highly recommend it!

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Ow Boy, Awsome!!!

Olympus DS-150 Data Transfer Kit

Manufacturer: Olympus
ProductGroup: CE
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Sony ECM-R300 Business Microphones

Product Features:

Fast data transfer from your digital voice recorder to your computer

Speeds and simplifies dictation and transcription

For use with the Olympus DS-150 recorder

Speed up download time from your DS-150 by using the USB port

Includes DSS Player Version 3.1

ASIN: B00004U9PL

Product Description

No more typing! The lightweight and slim Olympus DS-150 delivers all the benefits of digital speech processing. One of the slimmest, most compact recorders ever produced, DS-150 digital voice recorder has 8MB of built-in memory that offers up to 160 minutes of recording time. It features direct file access and comprehensive editing functions. Variable control voice actuator (VCVA) technology optimizes built-in memory by ceasing record functions when the microphone senses silence. Two folders store up to 99 messages each. Messages can be moved from one folder to another for easy organization. Partial erase function erases one message at a time or an entire folder at once. LCD display shows message number, real-time counter, time remaining, current time and date, and operating modes. DS-150 features fast playback mode - you can listen recordings 30% faster than real time.This digital recorder allows for easy data transfer and secure data storage. Extend you communication capabilities and liven up your messages by e-mailing spoken words! Downloading speech files to the PC is a breeze. Simply connect the recorder to your computer, with the provided serial cable or optional USB data transfer kit, and select files to download. You can download the entire contents of the recorder, one specific folder or even one specific recording. External earphone jack lets you use an earphone or headphone for private review of recordings. Microphone jack allows for use with external noise-cancellation microphones. DS-150 comes with everything needed for automatic speech-to-text document creation - including IBM ViaVoice speech-to-text software and a headset that lets you dictate directly into your PC. Speech recognition technology "learns" your speech patterns as you work, and can convert your recordings to text at a faster speed than recordings dictated directly into the PC.

Amazon.com Product Description

Use this kit to speed up downloads from your Olympus DS-150 digital voice recorder to your PC by as much as four times. This kit includes software on CD-ROM and a USB cable for linking to your computer. The DS-150 recorder (sold separately) holds up to 160 minutes of voice recordings that can be downloaded in seconds using this data-transfer kit. You can download the entire contents of the recorder, one specific folder, or even one specific recording. Use the software included with your DS-150 for automatic speech-to-text conversion of your recordings.

Customer Reviews:

Ow Boy, Awsome!!!.......2000-08-20

Well, it's a very cool tool: By this transfer kit you can put your notes on your hard disc, normally, this is in wave format(1 min. = 1.3MB) but... with this kit you can save them in DDS format(1 min. = 102KB) That's great isn't it? Now I've tested it and it really works: If I say something in my DS-150, I transfer it to my PC and TADA: With the ViaVoice software it simply creates a textfile of it. It's a real handy thing, and absulutely a MUST if you have the DS-150!!!

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KLH E-8DS 8" 100-Watt Down-Firing Powered Subwoofer (Silver)

Manufacturer: KLH
ProductGroup: CE
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Product Features:

Silver Downfiring Ported design

8" dynamic woofer

100 watt amplifier

One KLH 8" 100W Down Firing Powered Sub

ASIN: B00006ANWQ

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Tremor Series powerful subwoofers are designed to punch out maximum bass. So gorgeous, you'll be tempted to keep them out of hiding!

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The KLH E-8DS Tremor powered subwoofer is designed to pound out maximum bass. Backed by 100 watts of power, this 8-inch subwoofer will provide all the bass you need.

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This standard battery pack is designed to extend runtime for your Enterprise UPS models. Internal battery charger provides you with a fast, correct recharge (6-8 hours maximum for total recharge).

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This product is not intended for use in the USA and does not include a Panasonic USA warranty. It records and plays in PAL - a TV system used in Europe and Asia. It will not play on a standard US NTSC TV.

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This slim, stylish eye catcher makes big impressions with its small footprint, flicker-free performance, people-friendly ergonomic engineering and environment-friendly design. Better yet, Brilliance 150 series is a feast for the eyes, delivering superb display quality, outstanding color brightness and exceptional contrast. Designed for computer users, the Brilliance 150 series combines "best in class" performance with solid value.

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MADpc Business 280 PC-In-A-Box

Manufacturer: McCoy Advanced Digital, Inc.
ProductGroup: CE

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Product Features:

Intel® System Board - 845GV Chipset with 533 MHz FSB, Intel® Pentium® 4 Processor - 2.80 GHz, 1MB L2 Cache

256MB PC2700 DDR RAM, 40GB ATA100 Hard Drive, ASUS® Reduced Noise 52x CD-ROM Drive, 3.5" Floppy Disk Drive

Intel® PRO 10/100 Integrated Ethernet Adapter, Two Channel AC97 Audio with Rear Jacks, Six USB 2.0 Ports (2 Front, 4 Rear)

17" NEC AccuSync LCD72V Flat Panel Display

6-Outlet Surge Suppressor, 14 ft. Cat5 Network Patch Cable, Blue Cold Cathode Mousepad

ASIN: B0007VU944

Product Description

The MADpc Business 280 PC-In-A-Box is a power-packed system at a value price. Midtower Prescott designed black case contains an Intel 845 Motherboard with a 533 MHz Front Side Bus and an Intel Pentium 4 2.80 GHz processor with 1 MB of L2 cache. To make sure the unit has a long life, it includes three (3) internal blue LED lighted fans, two front and one rear. The two front fans cool the hard drive directly, and the case is Prescott designed allowing the processor to use fresh, cool air from the exterior of the case. 256 MB of PC2700 RAM, 52X CD-ROM, 40 GB Hard drive, 3.5" 1.44 MB floppy drive, Intel Extreme Graphics, Six (6) USB ports, Two Channel AC97 Audio with Rear Jacks, Standard Windows® Keyboard, and Standard 2-Button Scroll Mouse. This also includes a 17" NEC AccuSync LCD72V LCD Flat Panel Display with 1280 X 1024 resolution. The PC-In-A-Box concept means you receive everything, the CPU, Monitor, Cables, Ethernet cables, surge protector, mouse pad (lighted) keyboard and mouse all in one box. No more waiting for the "other" box to show up. No more rushing to the store to pick up a mouse pad, Ethernet cable, or surge suppressor. Three year parts/unit replacement warranty completes the package for your peace of mind. (RAM in unit is covered by a lifetime warranty.) Operating System: Microsoft Windows XP Pro with Service Pack 2

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Lenovo ThinkPad R50e 1834 - Celeron M 340 1.5 GHz - 256 MB - 30 GB - CD-ROM - 10/10 ( 1834FXU )

Manufacturer: Lenovo
ProductGroup: Personal Computer
Binding: Personal Computers

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ASIN: B0009MHI0Y

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Choose the essential features your organization needs in an affordable ThinkPad R50e notebook. It features Intel processor, large display, extra hard disk drive protection and easy-to-use system recovery software. Like a bumper, the Hard Disk Drive Shock Absorber helps protect the hard disk drive against damage from some drops and falls. When compared to a notebook cover alone, this technology increases hard disk drive protection by 30%. To help decrease expenses, look inside for ThinkVantage Technologies and ThinkVantage Design elements. You'll see how to work more confidently and efficiently - and gain more time to focus on strategic goals.

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The Data Express DE100 is a steel-constructed removable drive enclosure for mounting 3.5 inch form factor, half-height (1.6 inch) or low-profile (1 inch) SCSI or IDE drives into 5.25 inch half-height peripheral bays. All Data Express models feature a front-accessible key lock which secures the carrier within the receiving frame. A variety of DE100 model numbers are available which support Ultra ATA/100 (including ATA/133) and versions that support SCSI Wide Ultra160 applications. Some DE100 carrier models support 80-pin single-connect (SCA) SCSI drive types. Options are available for an enhanced, bus-isolating "hot swap" capability (SCSI models) and/or a solenoid drive lock. Data Express is a product line of drive carriers and receiving frames which are compatible with SCSI or AT/IDE drive types and system interfaces. These modular subsystems house 3.5 inch hard disk or 3.5 inch front-loading tape, floppy, floptical, or optical devices for mounting into any 5.25 inch full or half-height storage drive bay.In operation, the Data Express SCSI receiving frame and certain IDE receiving frames, define the specific address of the drive. The Data Express drive-based carrier does not identify the drive address nor does it provide termination, the drive assumes the identity and characteristics of the receiving frame. Please contact StorCase for additional information. Data Express modules are ruggedly constructed and include a drive carrier lock and a drive activity indicator as standard features. Some family models also provide an ID select indicator and pre-integrated solenoid drive lock and/or fan. Options for an enhanced, bus-isolating capability are also available. Kingston Technology offers the carrier unit for Data Express - steel-constructed removable drive enclosure.

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Hewlett Packard is one of the leading companies producing a wide range of computing products. To provide all its products with the necessary maintenance Hewlett Packard produces a full line of accessories and spares with renowned Hewlett Packard's quality and dependability.HP has expanded its transceiver line for further customer flexibility by launching the Procurve 100/1000-T transceiver.

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The stylish V3675 is equipped with a 2.1 megapixel CCD image sensor. Its 3X optical power zoom auto focus lens is complemented with 2X digital zoom, and macro capability. Images and video clips may be reviewed on the 1.6 LCD TFT display. The 3X optical z

Amazon.com Product Description

The Vivicam 3675 is an affordable choice for anyone seeking a compact, versatile, high-quality digital camera. The 3675 is a 2.1 megapixel digital camera with 3x optical zoom, 2x digital zoom, integraed flash, and expandable memory.

The 3675 can be used to capture short video clips and as a PC Web cam, providing live video to your PC via USB connection. It also comes with 8 MB internal memory and can be expanded using optional Secure Digital (SD) memory cards. The 3675 offers imaging versatility, with the ability to select from two resolutions and three quality settings for their images. Resolution modes include 1600 x 1200 and 800 x 600m, ideal for either print (up to 8 x10), e-mail, or Web applications.

A unique feature of the 3675 is the ability to adjust the image sharpness. You can select from three levels of image sharpness (soft, normal, or hard) according to preferences and output requirements.

Reviewing images can be done with ease using the 1.6-inch TFT (transreflective) LCD screen. Other features include automatic white balance, automatic exposure compensation control, slide show mode, a 10-second timer, and a tripod mounting socket.

Customer Reviews:

Great!.......2005-01-22

This is a great camera for a teenager or novice! Clear pictures and great design. 5 stars all the way.

Great for the price.......2005-01-19

Nice digital camera with 3x optical zoom for the price. 1.6 inch LCD view helps with image composition and is viewable even in full sun. 2 megapixel maximum resolution is fine for most uses and generates file sizes that are small enough for email. Video capability depends on the size of the SD card you have. Most digitcal cameras limit videos to 30 or 60 seconds but this Vivitar will take video up to the limit of memory.

It does eat alkaline batteries like snacks so you'll want to get a set of rechargable batteries post haste. That's pretty much true for all digital cameras though.

The optical zoom is way better than other cheap cameras so-called "digital zoom." The autofocus works well and doesn't slow things down too much if you read the manual and know how to pre-focus with the shutter button pressed half way. All in all it's a great point and shoot optical zoom digital camera for the price.

My first digital and I was thrilled...but.......2004-01-26

I tried the Vivicam 2.0 for a week and must admit it eats batteries fast! But from what I'm hearing, that seems to be the case with all digital cameras. I solved that issue by buying a Duracell 1hr charger and an extra pack of rechargeable AA's.
I already made a short video clip (with the 8mb internal memory you can record about 30 secs. of video) I shot in broad daylight and it came out beautiful! Minutes later I was watching it on my PC! The quality is very decent considering it's not a camcorder.
This camera has lot's of features which is why I chose it above others.

PROS: Has Video Out (NTSC/Pal-N)
Records videos(no sound),limited only by memory available.
Very cool hardware included in package.
Has DC/in so you don't have to always use batteries.
Is very easy to use and comfortable to hold and looks
very nice in a classic way.
Downloading pictures to the PC is a breeze only takes
about 1 minute for 25 pictures at high res.

CONS: No lens cover! I didn't expect that.
The plastic build seems pretty frail and I'm not sure
how long it will last.
when shooting a picture there's a delay and you never
really know when the thing will click...but then again,
I'm new to digital photography and maybe I'll get
used to this.
The buttons seem a little slow and you have to press
hard to get some response.

The main feature this camera has above others I've considered is the extra digital window at the top which allows viewing various settings without having to turn on the LCD display.
I found the quality of the pictures excellent! the flash covers
every corner of the darkest room.

I have tried to overcome most issues with this camera, but finally decided on returning it and ordered a Hewlett Packard 635 which seems like a more solid option.
The Vivitar takes excellent photos and is very simple to use, but I find that it has a very frail construction and the controls are not trustworthy; especially the "joystick" type control on the back which started malfunctioning after a few days.
I had chosen this camera over the HP at first because the HP 635 has no Video/out , but I have found that this is not such a necesary feature.

Tip: before buying any camera, first try them out at the store. I could not find a Vivitar to try out and had no way of anticipating many things. the HP 635 I HAVE tried, and I feel pretty confident it will be a good choice.

(This review has been revised from the original, I hope I have not misled anyone.)

Great Cam, but.........2003-07-05

It takes great pics, but it eats up batteries too quick, i had to buy rechargable ones because i was spending too much on regular batteries, with the lcd on, it only lasts about 20 minutes. Also, it CANT BE USED AS A WEB CAM, which was very dissapointing, and in the description says that it can be used as a web cam but it cant. Its also kind of slow when taking pics, but overall ts a great cam, comes with AV cables, pc cable and great software. Its also cool looking

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