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It's the world's slimmest shock-resistant digital camera.

Also waterproof and dustproof, Casio's EX-G1 is the first in the company’s new EXILIM G brand of digital cameras.
 
It is shock-resistant tested up to 2.13m, and can be used underwater at a depth of 3.0m for 60 continuous minutes. This Corresponds to IEC/JIS Protection Class 8 (IPX8) and Protection Class 6 (IPX6) waterproofing. Water will not penetrate the camera even when directly sprayed with jets of water from every direction.

Dustproof - corresponding to IEC/JIS Protection Class 6 (IP6X) dustproofing - and freezeproof, it can be used at temperatures as low as -10°C.

The outer body is made from stainless steel to withstand shocks and a waterproof inner body is made from polycarbonate also reinforced with fiberglass for absorbing shock. The toughness design elements absorb shocks and protect the camera body. They include a resin cover to protect the body side near the shutter, a resin lens ring, and a strap holder made from die-cast zinc.

The EX-G1 19.9-mm low-profile camera delivers the same level of toughness associated with its other products such as Casio’s G-Shock watches.

 Casio first introduced the shock resistant G-Shock wristwatch to the world in 1983. The G-Shock brand has continued to be popular with people around the globe based on its rugged toughness and practicality even under severe environmental conditions and its distinctive design.

Casio has given the EXILIM G the brand concept of “endurance”, expressing its determination to create a range of digital cameras suitable for top athletes and adventurers.

The new model was developed to embody this brand concept, using Casio’s years of experience creating technologies for shock resistance, waterproofing and slim-line design.

With the EX-G1, the shock resistant design elements are found in many spots both inside and out, creating a smart look in a slim-line camera with functional beauty. This is in addition to a high level of basic performance with 12.1 effective megapixels for high-resolution photos.

The EX-G1 features interval shooting. This allows users to automatically take still photos or movies at fixed intervals, ensuring good selective shots when engaged in active sports such as snowboarding or cycling.

It releases in South Africa in February 2010.