Casio Exilim Zoom EX-Z850 First Impressions Review

Connectivity
Software
A CD-ROM is included with Casio’s basic software, Photo Loader and Ulead Movie Wizard SE VCD, which includes drivers and utilities.

Jacks, Ports, Plugs
Connections on the Z850 are made through its cradle which has a port for USB 2.0, audio/video output and power for recharging the battery. The kit comes with the cradle, USB cable, A/V cable, AC power cord and special AC adaptor.

Direct Print Options
The Z850 is DPOF compliant and can communicate with printers when on its cradle.

Battery
Consumer electronics companies definitely shine when it comes to the batteries in their digital cameras. The Z850’s “Super Life” lithium-ion battery is rated by CIPA at 440 shots per charge, which is on the more efficient end for digital cameras. We’ll test these capabilities fully in an upcoming review.

Memory
The 8 MB of internal memory in the 8 MP camera is so small that it’s almost insulting to include it. I suspect it was included so dealers can show the camera’s capabilities to potential buyers without the risk of inserting an easily-stolen memory card. You should definitely purchase a big SD card if you buy this model, preferably at least 1 GB, since this camera can capture some pretty big files.