Review of the Casio Casio EX-Z1050

RRP: £230 www.casio.co.uk What makes Casio’s EX-Z1050 special is not its on-board ‘gimmicks’ but the fact that it does the simple things well – not least taking great photos. The basic features of the camera are not exceptional; the 10MP sensor is slightly above average, but the 38-114mm equivalent zoom lens and the 80 to 1600 ISO range are both fairly standard. There are 38 modes to choose from Casio’s ‘Best Shot Selector’ options, with a mind-boggling array of possibilities. Key additional modes such as movie and black & white are included and choosing the best mode for your particular shooting situation will improve your results. The Z1050’s 2.6in LCD screen also excels, being clear and bright (even on a sunny day). The body design is sleek and stylish and the metal finish (in silver, blue or pink) gives it a solid feel with a clean and simple button arrangement. Our only gripe is that the buttons are fairly small. The menus are detailed and easy to use and the camera is quick to start-up and operate, while the long life of the rechargeable battery lets you shoot for extended periods. VERDICT Due to its simplicity and a wide range of program modes, even the novice user can quickly produce high quality images with the Z1050. What Digital Camera Score 87%