Product Description:
High performance operation in an easy-to-use, compact design* High-resolution images captured by the CCD with 5 million effective pixels* 3x optical zoom in a compact body* Large 2.5-inch digital interface TFT LCD screen* The viewfinder has been built into the LCD screen allowing the use of an optical viewfinder in addition to the image provided on the LCD screen* High quality lightweight aluminum body with comfortable handgrip.Long battery life for extended shooting on a single battery charge* Up to 400 photos can be taken on a single charge, based on CIPA standards for battery life measurement.* 10% longer battery life than the previous model (EX-Z40), with a greater number of pixels and a larger display screen (EX-Z55)Quick response thanks to high-speed design* The camera automatically selects fixed-focus Auto Pan Focus mode for instantaneous response when the shutter is pressed rapidly.* Direct On function for one-touch operation of either picture taking or playback modes.* Rapid start-up allows shooting approximately 1.6 seconds* after the power is turned on.* Images are recorded approximately 0.01 seconds after the shutter is releasedMore convenient functions* Business Shot function compensates for photos taken at an angle and records them as though taken from straight ahead.* Best Shot allows settings to be chosen by selecting from a collection of sample images.* Extended shooting of video with sound can be performed until the memory is full.* Noise Reduction processing makes night scenes more beautiful.* Auto Macro function enables automatic switching between Macro and AF modes.* 7-point Multi-Auto Focus automatically selects the optimum focus point location.* Flash Assist function provides exposure compensation for areas not reached by the flash.* Icon Guide function uses a pop-up guide to help the user when switching settings.Features for fun* Voice recording function with playback from the camera's speaker.* Photostand feature allowing a slideshow of imag