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Casio QV-R40 4 MP Mini Digital Camera w/ 3x Optical Zoom

Casio QV-R40 4 MP Mini Digital Camera w/ 3x Optical Zoom

List Price: $329.99
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Features:
  • 4-megapixel sensor captures 2304 x 1712 images for photo-quality prints up to 11 x 14 inches and beyond
  • 3x optical plus 3.2x digital zoom (9.6x totoal) autofocus lens
  • Store images on 10 MB internal memory; compatible with Secure Digital/MMC cards
  • 1-second (approximate) startup time; 0.01-second release time lag for virtually instantaneous recording
  • Powered by 2 AA batteries (NiMH rechargeables included); connects to PCs and Macs via USB 1.1


Description:

The affordable, powerful Casio QV-R40 digital features a 4-megapixel resolution, 3x optical zoom lens, a fast 1-second start-up time, and a stylish, durable stainless steel body.

Optics and Resolution
The QV-R40 features a 4-megapixel resolution that captures vibrant colors and produces images up to 2304 x 1712 pixels for photo-quality prints up to 11 x 14 inches. Other resolution modes include 2240 x 1680, 1600 x 1200, 1280 x 960, and 640 x 480.

The QV-R40 packs a 3-segment telescoping type 3x optical zoom lens with sliding mechanism that makes it possible to fit everything into an ultra-thin, stylish aluminum body. Optical zoom provides the means to produce beautiful, low-distortion close ups. Using digital zoom in combination with optical zoom allows a total zoom of 9.6x with optical 3x and digital 3.2x combined. The 8-24mm zoom lens is equivalent to 39-117mm in 35mm photography.

Movie Mode
In addition to taking still photos, the QV-R40 can also record up to 30 seconds of video (without audio) at a resolution of 320 x 240 pixels. The limited resolution of your movies guarantees that this feature won't replace your camcorder, but it's perfect for when you just want to capture a quick movie and e-mail it to a friend or relative.

More Features
With the QV-R40's Best Shot mode, both amateurs and professional photographers can take outstanding professional-quality photos without fussing over calibrations, filters or attachments. There are 21 settings within the Best Shot mode, including portrait, coupling, flower, sundown, text, food, and natural green.

Other features include:

  • 1.6-inch LCD screen and viewfinder with diopter correction slider
  • Built-in flash with auto, on, off, and red-eye reduction modes
  • Built-in digital quartz clock with world time
  • Capture an entire sequence of 1.3 megapixel images at 10 frames per second
  • Focus modes: Contrast-type Auto Focus (AF Mode [AF Area: Spot or Multi], Macro Mode), Infinity Mode; focus lock; manual focus
  • Color modes: Natural Color, Vivid Color, Black and White, Sepia
Storage and Transfer
Images can be stored in the QV-R40's internal 10 MB memory or on optional Secure Digital (SD) or MultiMedia (MMC) memory cards. Images can be downloaded to either a Mac or PC via USB 1.1, which means the camera can be connected to any USB-based Windows Me/2000/XP and Mac OS 8.6 or later computer without installing any software.

Power and Size
The camera is powered by a rechargeable lithium-ion battery (NP-30, included). It measures 3.5 x 2.4 x 1.3 inches and weighs 7.4 ounces (excluding battery).

What's In The Box
This package includes the QV-R40 digital camera, rechargeable lithium-ion battery and battery charger, USB cable, wrist strap, and CD-ROM with Casio Photo Loader software and USB drivers for Windows and Mac.

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