Typical price: £300
What is it: Digital camera with 5x optical zoom and video functionality
What we think: One of the better attempts at combining high-quality photo capture with decent video capabilities
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 25 May 2005
Tags: Casio, Casio Exilim Pro EX-P505, performance, photography, autofocus
We like:
5x optical zoom; 22 Best Shot settings; automatic macro; zoom is fully functional during video recording; 5-second buffer for late-reaction video shots
We don't like:
Doesn't perform well in low light; zoom is sometimes audible on video recordings; can be awkward for large hands to grasp
You might also need:
An SD/MMC card with a capacity of at least 256MB
CNET UK judgement:
This camera comes close to successfully combining high-quality photos with acceptable-quality video
Full review:
It's a secret -- don't tell anybody. Hybrid cameras aren't true hybrids. Photo cameras inevitably make poor camcorders, and camcorders inevitably take terrible photos. You'd think it wouldn't be that difficult to combine the two functions, but apparently it is. However, Casio's Exilim Pro EX-P505 does inch us closer to a device that's equally adept with both functions. Continue Reading...
Casio Exilim Pro EX-P505 History
10 Jun 2005 in Reviews
With the advent of digital, most still cameras record movies, and most digital camcorders capture stills. There are some compromises involved, but most of the time you only need one camera...
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