Casio EX-V8 Specifications

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Model Name:	Casio EXILIM Hi-Zoom EX-V8
Prices:
Manufacturer URL:	Manufacturer website
Predecessor:
Successor:
General
Model Number:	EX-V8
Alternate Model Number(s):
Camera Format:	Ultra Compact
Currently Manufactured:	No
Retail Price:	$329.99
Street Price:
Date Available:	2007-09-30
Tripod Mount:	Yes
Weight:	6.3 oz (179 g) includes batteries
Size:	3.8 x 2.4 x 1.0 in. (96 x 60 x 25 mm)
Waterproof:	No
Waterproof Depth:	n/a

Image Sensor
Sensor Type:	CCD
Sensor Manufacturer:
Effective Megapixels:	8.1
Sensor Format:	1/2.5 inch
Sensor size:	24.7104mm² (5.76mm x 4.29mm)
Approximate Pixel Pitch:	1.76 microns
Focal Length Multiplier:	n/a
Aspect Ratio:	4:3, 3:2
Color Filter Type:
Anti Aliasing Filter:
Self-Cleaning:	No
Sensor shift image stabilization:	Yes
On-Sensor Phase Detect:	No
DxO Sensor Score:
DxO Color Depth Score (bits):
DxO Dynamic Range Score (evs):
DxO Maximum Effective ISO Score (iso):
Image Capture
Image Resolution:	3264 x 2448 (8.0 MP, 4:3), 3264 x 2176 (7.1 MP, 3:2), 2816 x 2112 (5.9 MP, 4:3), 2304 x 1728 (4.0 MP, 4:3), 1600 x 1200 (1.9 MP, 4:3), 640 x 480 (0.3 MP, 4:3)
Image File Format:	JPEG (EXIF v2.2)
Continuous-mode frames/second:	0.6
Video Capture
Can take movies:	Yes
Movie Resolution:	848x480 (30) 640x480 (30) 320x240 (15)
Movie File Format:	H.264/AVC MOV / MotionJPEG AVI
Composite Video Out:	Yes
NTSC/PAL Switchable Video:	Yes
Video Usable as Viewfinder:
HD Video Out:
HD Video Connection:

Lens & Optics
Lens Mount:	n/a
Lens:	Internal
Focal Length (35mm equivalent):	38 - 266mm
Focal Length (actual):	6.3 - 44.1mm
Zoom Ratio:	7.00x
Aperture Range:	f/3.4 / 4.6 / 9.2 (wide); f/5.3 (tele) - ???
Integrated ND Filter:	No
Normal Focus Range:	40 cm to Infinity 15.7 in to Infinity
Macro Focus Range:	10 - 50 cm 3.9 - 19.7 in
Filter Thread:	n/a
Thread Type:	n/a
Optical Image Stabilization:	No
Digital Zoom:	Yes
Digital Zoom Values:	4x
Auto Focus
Auto Focus:	Yes
Auto Focus Type:	Contrast Detection, Spot / Multi / Tracking
Auto Focus Assist Light?	Yes
Manual Focus:	No
Viewfinder
Viewfinder:	LCD
Viewfinder Type:
Focus Peaking:	No
EVF Resolution:	n/a
Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent):
Viewfinder Magnification (nominal/claimed):
Display
Eye-level Viewfinder:	No
Rear Display:	Yes
Rear Display Size (inches):	2.5
Rear Display Resolution:	230,400 dots
Touchscreen:	No
Articulating Screen:	No
Tilt Swivel Screen:	No
Selfie Screen:	No
Max Playback Zoom:
Top Deck Display:

Exposure
Maximum ISO (native):
Minimum ISO (native):
ISO Settings:	Auto, 64, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600* (High Sensitivity Best Shot mode only)
Auto ISO Mode:	No
White Balance Settings:	Auto, fixed (6 modes), manual
Shutter Speed Range:	1/800 - 60 sec
Bulb Mode:	No
Exposure Compensation:	+/- 2.0EV in 0.3EV steps
Metering Modes:	Multi-pattern, center weighted, spot by imaging element
Program Auto Exposure:	No
Aperture Priority:	Yes
Shutter Priority:	Yes
Full Manual Exposure:	Yes
Creative Exposure Modes:
Self Timer:	2 or 10 seconds
Time Lapse (intervalometer):
High Resolution Composite:	No
Flash
Built-in Flash:	Yes
Flash Modes:	Auto, On, Off, Soft Flash, Red Eye Reduction
Flash Guide Number (ISO 100):	n/a
Flash Range Description:	Normal: 0.3ft to 7.2ft (W), 3.3ft to 4.6ft (T); Rapid Flash: 1.3ft to 6.9ft (W), approx. 3.3ft to 4.6ft (T)
Max Flash Sync:
Flash Exposure Compensation:
External Flash Connection:	n/a
Built-In Wireless Flash Control:
Image Storage
Usable Memory Types:	SD / SDHC
UHS Support:
Other Memory:
Dual Card Slots:	No
RAW Capture Support:	No
Uncompressed Format:
Movie File Format:	H.264/AVC MOV / MotionJPEG AVI
Included Memory:	11.8 MB
Included Memory Type:	Internal
Connectivity
Built-In Wi-Fi:	No
NFC:	No
Bluetooth:	No
Built-In GPS:	No
Microphone Jack:	No
Headphone Jack:	No
External Connections:	USB 2.0 High Speed
PictBridge Compliant:	Yes
DPOF Compliant:	Yes
Remote Control:	No
Remote Control Type:
Connections (extended):	Camera cradle

Performance Timing
Cycle time for JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame, max resolution):	2.87
Cycle time for RAW shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame):
Buffer size for RAW shooting in single shot mode (frames):
Cycle time for RAW+JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per shot):
Camera penalizes early shutter press?	Yes
JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps, max resolution):	0.6
Buffer size for JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames, max resolution):	Unlimited
RAW shooting speed in burst mode (fps):
Buffer size for RAW shooting in burst mode (frames):
RAW+JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps):
Buffer Size for RAW+JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames):
Shutter lag (full AF, wide/mid):	0.16 seconds
Shutter lag (full AF, tele):	0.39 seconds
Shutter lag (full AF, live view - DSLR):
Shutter lag (prefocused, live view - DSLR):
Shutter Lag (manual focus):	0.162 seconds
Shutter lag (full AF, with flash):	0.45 seconds
Shutter Lag (prefocused):	0.008 seconds
Shutter Lag (notes):
Startup Time:	3.1 seconds
Play -> Record Time:	0.5 seconds
Flash cycle time, full power:	3.6 seconds
Power
Battery Life, Stills (CIPA Rating Monitor/Live View):	240 shots
Battery Life, Still (CIPA Rating OVF/EVF):
Battery Life, Video:
Battery Form Factor:	Proprietary NP-50
Usable Battery Types:	Lithium Ion rechargeable
Batteries Included:	1 x Proprietary NP-50 Lithium Ion rechargeable
Battery Charger Included (dedicated charger or AC/USB adapter):	Yes
Dedicated Battery Charger Included:
Internal Charging Supported:
Software
Included Software:
OS Compatibility:
Miscellaneous
Notes & Features:	CCD Shift type Image Stabilization, 848x480 pixel H.264/AVC (MPEG-4) movie mode with stereo sound, Face Detection technology with "Family First" mode and ability to prioritize speed or number of faces.