Casio has just introduced the EX-Z280, a 12.1 Megapixel pocket camera with a 26mm lens along with 4X optical zoom. The real news here is Casio’s new image processor, the Exilim engine 4. It’s a dedicated chip that takes charge of all that stuff related to image processing and analysis.

Everything from smile detection to noise reduction, it’s involved with every aspect of capturing images. Another interesting feature is that the EX-Z280 also shoots 720p movies. Expect it to cost you $180.

Casio’s latest EXILIM Hi-Zoom EX-H10 is being hailed as the thinnest and lightest camera in the world, and despite it’s light weight, it’s no slouch. It can shoot up to a thousand pictures on just a single charge. So shoot away.

Some other features include a 24 mm wide-angle lens, 10x optical zoom with mechanical image stabilizer, HD video recording support, and Casio’s EXILIM Engine 4.0 for higher image quality and lower power consumption. This 12.1-megapixel digital camera is a good one for travelers since it’s light and might even let you forget the charger completely.

It’s been rumored as the C721 for awhile and Casio’s EXILIM pivoting clamshell is now available to everyone on Verizon. The camera rocks 5.1 megapixels with autofocus, image stabilization, and a 3x optical zoom.

Some other features include: mil-spec 810F compliant for dust, shock, temperature, and water resistance. Expandability up to 8GB and compatibility with Verizon’s VZ Navigator service. All of that wet picture taking will cost you $279.99 on contract after rebate.