Casio has added a new compact to its Exilim Zoom series.

Casio has added a new compact to its Exilim Zoom series.

The Exilim EX-Z9 features an 8MP sensor, with its 3x optical zoom covering an equivalent focal range of 37.5-112.5mm. The rear sports a 2.6in wide LCD screen while Face Detection and continuous shooting modes are on offer alongside 23 Best Shot modes.

The YouTube video mode seen on previous Exilim models also features, allowing users to ?record and upload videos directly to YouTube in as few as 3 steps?, while the cameras sensitivity range of ISO 64-1600 is complemented by an Anti-Shake DSP function.

The camera will be available in a choice of pink, black, silver and orange colours, and will retail later this month. For more information visit www.casio.com