Value & Verdict
Casio EXILIM TRYX EX-TR100 review – Value
The Casio EXILIM TRYX EX-TR100 is unlike anything else out there, so it’s difficult to weigh it up against similar-priced compacts. However, for £249 the TRYX may not offer the versatility of many other compact cameras. For that money you’ll need to have a very specific desire for exactly what this camera does: you’re paying for the quirky, rotational frame design above and beyond anything else.
Casio EXILIM TRYX EX-TR100 review – Verdict
The Casio EXILIM TRYX EX-TR100 is certainly a one of a kind camera. As much as we give it kudos for its originality, brush away all that hype and the TRYX TR100 is full of design holes, lacks in features and isn’t targeted at the more casual user.
Image quality also suffers from some processing issues and isn’t particularly good at balancing exposures in brighter conditions. The 21mm wideangle lens can fit plenty in to a single frame, but the lack of any optical zoom will limit what can be achieved.
The rotating frame has its uses, but the TRYX otherwise feels more like a stripped-down Smartphone meets Flip camcorder. We really wanted to like it, but it’s far short of the mark for everyday use.
Score
Score in detail
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Features 75
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Image Quality 75
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Design 70
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Performance 70
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Value 75