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Casio forgets to make new camera interesting

The new Casio Exilim Zoom EX-Z29 announced at PMA 2009 is a generic 10-megapixel ultracompact camera save for some Casio-only treats and a low $150 price.

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If you know anyone who has asked for just a basic point-and-shoot camera to stick in their back pocket, point them to the Casio Exilim Zoom EX-Z29. Priced at $149.95, this 10-megapixel ultracompact camera is low on features outside of having 23 Best Shot scene modes and the ability to set the menu system color to one of six options: black, chocolate, cinnamon, rose, sky blue, and olive green.

Up front is a pedestrian 3X f2.8-5.2 38-113mm-equivalent lens, and in back is a 2.7-inch LCD for framing your shots. Here's hoping at least it's a fast performer.

Available in April in a choice of black, pink, blue, silver, and purple.

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