Consumer

• Casio has introduced several models of high-speed cameras designed for the consumer market. The EX-F1 ($999) was the first. Boasting a 6 megapixel sensor and 12x optical zoom, it can capture up to 60 frames per second, and can shoot high-speed movies at up to 1,200 frames per second. The EX-FH20 ($449) has a 20x optical zoom, can shoot up to 40 frames per second, has a 9 megapixel sensor, and can capture high speed video at up to 1,000 frames per second.
  
  

Basic Professional Models

• Several companies offer basic professional grade model high-speed cameras. The Phantom HD can shoot 1,000 fps at 1,080p and 1,500 fps in 720p and costs $2,500.
  
  

Midrange

• The Fastec SportsCam can be used to analyze biomechanics and improve athletic performance. This camera starts at $6,500 and can shoot up to 1,000 frames per second.
  
  

Vision Midrange

• Vision makes a wide variety of high-end cameras, including the Phantom Miro eX1 which can shoot 500 frames per second at its full resolution of 640 x 480 pixels, or 1,000 frames per second at 480 x 360; it retails for $9,900.
  
  

Top End

• Those seeking the best in performance can look at the Vision Phantom 65. A 10 megapixel HD camera that shoots 144 frames per second at full resolution for stunning clarity. This camera retails for $144,000. The Vision Phantom HD Gold is the next step down, with a 4 megapixel sensor and variable shooting rates of 1-1,000 frames per second; at its highest resolution, it can shoot 555 frames per second. The HD Gold sells for $117,000.