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2010-02-10T20:58:00.002Z

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New Ricoh CX2 Sample Photos at DigiCamReview

2009-10-19T00:05:00.001+01:00

DigiCamReview has published sample photos from the new Ricoh CX2 - an update to the CX1 - it features a new 10.7x optical zoom lens (28 - 300mm), 5fps shooting, 9 megapixel CMOS sensor, 3.0" 920k pixel screen, VGA 30fps video, 1cm macro mode, anti-shake sensor, level guage, dynamic range mode, and ISO1600. The Ricoh CX2 is available for £299

View our Ricoh CX2 Sample Photo Gallery

Read Ricoh CX2 Reviews: Trusted Reviews, Buy N Shoot, DPExpert, Pocket-Lint

Ricoh CX1 Review at DigiCamReview.com

2009-04-09T12:06:00.002+01:00

DigiCamReview.com have reviewed the new Ricoh CX1 - an update to the Ricoh R10 - it features a 9 megapixel CMOS sensor which allows high speed shooting at 4fps, enhanced dynamic range, and features a 28mm wide angle 7.1x optical zoom lens, high resolution 3" screen, ISO1600, VGA videos, and is available in silver, black or pink for £292.

"The Ricoh CX1 may seem like other Ricoh cameras before it - however the new 9 megapixel CMOS sensor adds some important features - namely extremely quick continuous shooting. With 4fps at full resolution the camera can shoot quicker than most budget Digital SLRs! High speed shooting also allows Ricoh to provide an impressive Dynamic Range mode - this uses the speed of the camera to take two shots of different exposures - combines the two and produces an image with greatly increased dynamic range. The results are quick, clever, and very useful."

Read the Ricoh CX1 Review

View the Ricoh CX1 Sample Photo Gallery

Ricoh R10 Review at Ricoh GR Diary

2009-01-07T23:19:00.004Z

Ricoh GR Diary have reviewed the new Ricoh R10 - an update to the R8 - the camera features a new hand grip, a larger high resolution 3" screen, a new easy mode, a new auto level feature, new function button, and the same specifications as the R8, such as 10 megapixel sensor, 7.1x wide angle zoom, 1cm macro, anti-shake sensor and ISO1600. The camera is available for £179

"If you are looking to buy a compact point and shoot camera you probably have more choice than you would like and can easily be overwhelmed with all the models by the different manufacturers. Most of these camera models differ only in the colors available or will mostly offer you more or less completely obscure scene modes. In the midst of all these cameras you will find only a few really interesting and unique cameras and one of them is the Ricoh R10."

Read our Ricoh R10 Review (at DigiCamReview)
View our Ricoh R10 Sample Photo Gallery

Read more Ricoh R10 Reviews: DigiCamReview, Photography BLOG, Steves Digicams, Ricoh R10 at Photokina, View Ricoh R10 Sample Photos

Ricoh R10 Review at DigiCamReview

2008-11-09T14:09:00.002Z

DigiCamReview have reviewed the new Ricoh R10 - an update to the R8 - the camera features a new hand grip, a larger high resolution 3" screen, a new easy mode, a new auto level feature, new function button, and the same specifications as the R8, such as 10 megapixel sensor, 7.1x wide angle zoom, 1cm macro, anti-shake sensor and ISO1600. The camera is available for £199

"A reduction in price, and improved features, such as the impressive high resolution 3.0" screen, increases the Ricoh R10's overall score compared to the Ricoh R8. If you want a wide angle camera with a large zoom - but also want the camera to fit in your pocket then the Ricoh R10 is a good choice."

Read our Ricoh R10 Review
View our Ricoh R10 Sample Photo Gallery

Read more Ricoh R10 Reviews: Photography BLOG, Steves Digicams, Ricoh R10 at Photokina, View Ricoh R10 Sample Photos

Ricoh R10 Sample Photo Gallery Online!

2008-10-23T17:59:00.000+01:00

We've just published several sample photos from the new Ricoh R10 - an update to the Ricoh R8 - the camera features a new hand grip, a larger high resolution 3" screen, a new easy mode, a new auto level feature, new function button, and the same specifications as the R8, such as 10 megapixel sensor, 7.1x wide angle zoom, 1cm macro, anti-shake sensor and ISO1600. The camera is available for £193

View our Ricoh R10 Sample Photo Gallery

Read more Ricoh R10 Reviews: Photography BLOG, Steves Digicams, Ricoh R10 at Photokina, View Ricoh R10 Sample Photos

Ricoh GX200 Review at Steves DigiCams

2008-10-11T12:50:00.000+01:00

Steves DigiCams have reviewed the new 12 megapixel Ricoh GX200 - it features a wide angle 24mm 3x optical zoom lens, vibration correction, 1cm macro, ISO1600, and a 2.7" screen. The GX200 with electronic viewﬁnder included, is available for £359

"The Ricoh GX200 is a professional / enthusiast level camera that provides a great combination of quality and performance. The super-wide 3x optical zoom lens, 12-megapixel imager and slew of creative features make this perfect as a small easy to carry alternative to a dSLR in some circumstances."

Read our Ricoh GX200 Review
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Read more Ricoh GX200 Reviews: Digital Lifestyles (Part 1, Part 2), DPExpert, Wouter Photoblog, Think Camera, Photography BLOG, Trusted Reviews, TestFreaks.co.uk

Ricoh R10 Review at Steves DigiCams

2008-10-11T12:40:00.000+01:00

Steves Digicams have reviewed the new Ricoh R10 - an update to the Ricoh R8 - the camera features a new hand grip, a larger high resolution 3" screen, a new easy mode, a new auto level feature, new function button, and the same specifications as the R8, such as 10 megapixel sensor, 7.1x wide angle zoom, 1cm macro, anti-shake sensor and ISO1600. The camera is available for £193

"With excellent image quality and performance to match, the Ricoh R10 is a very capable and user friendly point and shoot. Featuring a 7.1x wide optical zoom lens, 10-Megapixel imaging sensor, 3" LCD screen and full auto shooting modes, it is extremely versatile and can be used by anyone in the family or office."

Read more Ricoh R10 Reviews: Ricoh R10 at Photokina, View Ricoh R10 Sample Photos

Digital Lifestyles Review the Ricoh GX200

2008-10-11T12:24:00.001+01:00

Digital Lifestyles have published a two part review of the new 12 megapixel Ricoh GX200 - it features a wide angle 24mm 3x optical zoom lens, vibration correction, 1cm macro, ISO1600, and a 2.7" screen. The GX200 with electronic viewﬁnder included, is available for £359

"If you already own a GX100, this is a pretty hard upgrade to justify unless you’ll be shooting a lot in RAW, but if you’re an enthusiast/pro photographer looking for a compact, carry-everywhere camera that offers you all the hands-on control you’ll get from a dSLR, this is well worth considering." Part 1, Part 2.

Read our Ricoh GX200 Review

View the Ricoh GX200 Sample Photo Gallery

Read more Ricoh GX200 Reviews: DPExpert, Wouter Photoblog, Think Camera, Photography BLOG, Trusted Reviews, TestFreaks.co.uk

Ricoh GX200 Review at DigiCamReview

2008-10-05T21:38:00.001+01:00

DigiCamReview have reviewed the new 12 megapixel Ricoh GX200 - it features a wide angle 24mm 3x optical zoom lens, vibration correction, 1cm macro, ISO1600, and a 2.7" screen. The GX200 with electronic viewﬁnder included, is available for £359

"More and more it seems like you have to buy a Digital SLR in order to get manual controls - not so with the Ricoh GX200 - it features full manual controls and more customisable buttons than most Digital SLRs! With this camera you can have all the great Digital SLR features, without the size, with the GX200 neatly fitting into coat pockets."

Read the Ricoh GX200 Review
View the Ricoh GX200 Sample Photo Gallery

Read more Ricoh GX200 Reviews: DPExpert, Wouter Photoblog, Think Camera, Photography BLOG, Trusted Reviews, TestFreaks.co.uk

Ricoh GX200 ISO Noise Examples...

2008-10-03T00:39:00.004+01:00

The Ricoh GX200 features several Noise Reduction options. I thought it would be worth showing the difference in results between having Noise Reduction off, and on. The Automatic mode for ISO levels range from ISO 64 - ISO1600, and manual ISO settings are ISO: 64, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600. The camera also has several options for Noise Reduction (on, on above ISO401, on above ISO801, on ISO1600, or off) - the default setting is for Noise Reduction to be off. Crops are shown below, Noise Reduction Off shown on the left, Noise Reduction switch On shown on the right.

ISO64 NR Off (left), NR On (right) - 100% View, actual pixels

ISO100 NR Off (left), NR On (right) - 100% View, actual pixels

ISO200 NR Off (left), NR On (right) - 100% View, actual pixels

ISO400 NR Off (left), NR On (right) - 100% View, actual pixels

ISO800 NR Off (left), NR On (right) - 100% View, actual pixels

ISO1600 NR Off (left), NR On (right) - 100% View, actual pixels

All photos taken in Fine 12M JPEG mode, in low light. Further sample photos can be found at DigiCamReview.

Ricoh GX200 Sample Photo Gallery

2008-09-27T12:11:00.002+01:00

DigiCamReview have added sample photos from the new Ricoh GX200 - the 12 megapixel camera features a wide angle 24mm 3x optical zoom lens, vibration correction, 1cm macro, ISO1600, and a 2.7" screen. The GX200 with electronic viewﬁnder included, is available for £359

View Ricoh GX200 Sample Photos at DigiCamReview

Ricoh R10 Displayed at Photokina

2008-09-24T11:38:00.001+01:00

The Ricoh R10 was on display at Photokina, DigiCamReview had a look at the camera - an update to the Ricoh R8 - the camera features a new hand grip, a larger high resolution 3" screen, a new easy mode, a new auto level feature, new function button, and the same specifications as the R8, such as 10 megapixel sensor, 7.1x wide angle zoom, 1cm macro, anti-shake sensor and ISO1600. The camera will be available in the UK from October 2008, in Bronze, Silver and Black for £199 including VAT.

Click for more pictures at DigiCamReview.
View the Photokina 2008 Report at DigiCamReview.

Ricoh R8 Firmware Update v1.25

2008-08-25T11:51:00.002+01:00

Ricoh have released an updated firmware for the new Ricoh Caplio R8. The R8 is a 10 megapixel update to the R7 - it features a newly designed body available in black or silver, a wide angle 7.1x optical zoom lens (28 - 200mm equivalent), image stabilisation, ISO 1600, 2.7" screen with 460k pixels, and a 1cm macro mode. The camera is available in Silver, Two-tone Silver and Black or Black for £158:

The firmware update provides: Improved gradation reproducibility of high-intensity part in an image. - Firmware Download Link

Read DigiCamReview's Ricoh R8 Review
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Read more Ricoh R8 Reviews: DPExpert, DCResource , Trusted Reviews, PhotoReview, Photography BLOG, DPReview, Think Camera

Ricoh R10 Announced (Japan Only)

2008-08-25T11:51:00.000+01:00

Ricoh.co.jp have quietly announced the new Ricoh R10 - an update to the Ricoh R8 - the camera features a new hand grip, a larger high resolution 3" screen, a new easy mode, a new auto level feature, new function button, and the same specifications as the R8, such as 10 megapixel sensor, 7.1x wide angle zoom, 1cm macro, anti-shake sensor and ISO1600. The camera is available in Japan only, in Bronze, Silver and Black.

View Ricoh R10 Sample Photos

Ricoh R8 Firmware Update Available v1.22

2008-07-05T10:30:00.001+01:00

Ricoh have released and updated firmware for the new Ricoh Caplio R8. The R8 is a 10 megapixel update to the R7 - it features a newly designed body available in black or silver, a wide angle 7.1x optical zoom lens (28 - 200mm equivalent), image stabilisation, ISO 1600, 2.7" screen with 460k pixels, and a 1cm macro mode. The camera is available in Silver, Two-tone Silver and Black or Black for £188:

The firmware update provides: Improved accuracy of white balance. - Firmware Download Link

Read our Ricoh R8 Review
View our Ricoh R8 Sample Photo Gallery

Read more Ricoh R8 Reviews: DPExpert, DCResource , Trusted Reviews, PhotoReview, Photography BLOG, DPReview, Think Camera

Ricoh R8 Review at DigiCamReview

2008-05-04T13:44:00.001+01:00

DigiCamReview have reviewed the new Ricoh Caplio R8 - a 10 megapixel update to the R7 - it features a newly designed body available in black or silver, a wide angle 7.1x optical zoom lens (28 - 200mm equivalent), image stabilisation, ISO 1600, 2.7" screen with 460k pixels, and a 1cm macro mode. The camera is available in Silver, Two-tone Silver and Black or Black for £235:

"Announced on the 19th of February 2008, the Ricoh R8 is Ricoh's latest pocket zoom digital camera - and features a wide angle 7.1x optical zoom, image stabilisation, a 2.7" screen, VGA video recording, and a 10 megapixel sensor. The camera has moved more upmarket with a new, more professional design, and improved rubberised grip, whilst still remaining almost ultra compact in size."

Read the Ricoh R8 Review

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Read more Ricoh R8 Reviews: DCResource , Trusted Reviews, PhotoReview, Photography BLOG, DPReview, Think Camera

Ricoh R8 Sample Photo Gallery

2008-04-18T00:34:00.003+01:00

DigiCamReview have just published several sample photos from the new Ricoh Caplio R8 - a 10 megapixel update to the R7 - it features a newly designed body available in black or silver, a wide angle 7.1x optical zoom lens (28 - 200mm equivalent), image stabilisation, ISO 1600, 2.7" screen with 460k pixels, and a 1cm macro mode. The camera is available in Two-tone Silver and Black or Black for £234:

View the Ricoh R8 Sample Photo Gallery

Read more Ricoh R8 Reviews: Trusted Reviews, PhotoReview, Photography BLOG, DPReview, Think Camera

Ricoh Caplio R7 Review at TR

2007-11-26T19:56:00.001Z

Trusted Reviews have reviewed the new 8 megapixel Ricoh Caplio R7 - an update to the unique Ricoh Caplio R6, the new R7 features a wide-angle 7.1x optical zoom lens, ISO upto 1600, image stabilisation, 1cm macro mode, an (ultra) compact metal body, Face Recognition focus, slim body (20.6mm), a 2.7" screen, updated features include Smooth Imaging Engine III, 8.15 megapixel CCD and new brightness and colour-tone functions. The camera is be available in Silver, Black and Orange for £169

"Once again Ricoh demonstrates that in terms of technical ability and value for money, its cameras are among the best on the market. The Caplio R7 is an outstandingly versatile pocket compact with an unmatched list of features. It is stylish, well made, has blindingly fast performance and excellent picture quality, at a price that beats its few competitors."

Read more Ricoh Caplio R7 Reviews: ThinkCamera, Photography BLOG

Ricoh Caplio R7 Review at Think Camera

2007-11-26T19:54:00.001Z

ThinkCamera have reviewed the new 8 megapixel Ricoh Caplio R7 - an update to the unique Ricoh Caplio R6, the new R7 features a wide-angle 7.1x optical zoom lens, ISO upto 1600, image stabilisation, 1cm macro mode, an (ultra) compact metal body, Face Recognition focus, slim body (20.6mm), a 2.7" screen, updated features include Smooth Imaging Engine III, 8.15 megapixel CCD and new brightness and colour-tone functions. The camera is be available in Silver, Black and Orange for £169

"Still, minor issues aside, Ricoh's R7 is yet another solid device from a growing stable of top-notch cameras. If you are in the market for a reliable, fast compact, that comes with the bonus of a limited-space defying zoom lens that is capable of getting you right up to the action without weighing you down, then the Ricoh Caplio R7 is well worth checking out."

Read more Ricoh Caplio R7 Reviews: Photography BLOG

Ricoh Caplio R7 Review

2007-11-14T23:05:00.000Z

Photography BLOG have reviewed the new 8 megapixel Ricoh Caplio R7 - an update to the unique Ricoh Caplio R6, the new R7 features a wide-angle 7.1x optical zoom lens, ISO upto 1600, image stabilisation, 1cm macro mode, an (ultra) compact metal body, Face Recognition focus, slim body (20.6mm), a 2.7" screen, updated features include Smooth Imaging Engine III, 8.15 megapixel CCD and new brightness and colour-tone functions. The camera is be available in Silver, Black and Orange for £189

"The increase in resolution from 7 to 8 megapixels doesn't make a lot of difference to your photos, but thankfully the new image processing engine at least ensures that quality remains the same as the R6. The megapixel increase could have resulted in noisier images, but the R7 retains the same usable ISO range of 64-400, with only the fastest setting of ISO 1600 being a complete non-starter."

Ricoh Caplio R6 Review at DigiCamReview

2007-09-08T18:06:00.001+01:00

We've just published our review of the new 7.2 megapixel Ricoh Caplio R6 - an update to the unique Ricoh Caplio R5, the new R6 features a wide-angle 7.1x optical zoom lens, ISO upto 1600, image stabilisation, 1cm macro mode, an (ultra) compact metal body, updated features include Face Recognition focus, new zoom control, a new slim body (20.6mm vs 26mm), a 2.7" screen, etc. The camera is available in Silver, Red, or Black from £162

"The Ricoh Caplio R6 has improved on the Ricoh Caplio R5 in a number of ways, most noticable is the camera's smaller, more stylish body, and larger screen, the improved zoom control is also a very welcome addition. Image quality is very good, especially outdoors and the camera has rich colours and good exposure. The Ricoh Caplio R6 is the smallest digital camera to feature a wide-angle 7.1x optical zoom lens with image stabilisation."

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Read more Ricoh Caplio R6 Reviews: DPExpert, Photography BLOG, ePhotoZine, Think Camera, Trusted Reviews

Ricoh Caplio R6 Sample Photo Gallery

2007-08-30T00:40:00.000+01:00

We've just uploaded several sample photos from the new 7.2 megapixel Ricoh Caplio R6 - an update to the unique Ricoh Caplio R5, the new R6 features a wide-angle 7.1x optical zoom lens, ISO upto 1600, image stabilisation, 1cm macro mode, an (ultra) compact metal body, updated features include Face Recognition focus, new zoom control, a new slim body (20.6mm vs 26mm), a 2.7" screen, etc. The camera is available in Silver, Red, or Black from £162

View our Ricoh Caplio R6 Sample Photos

Read more Ricoh Caplio R6 Reviews: DPExpert, Photography BLOG, ePhotoZine, Think Camera, Trusted Reviews

Ricoh Caplio R7 Announced

2007-08-28T23:17:00.000+01:00

Ricoh have announced the new 8 megapixel Ricoh Caplio R7 - an update to the unique Ricoh Caplio R6, the new R7 features a wide-angle 7.1x optical zoom lens, ISO upto 1600, image stabilisation, 1cm macro mode, an (ultra) compact metal body, Face Recognition focus, slim body (20.6mm), a 2.7" screen, updated features include Smooth Imaging Engine III, 8.15 megapixel CCD and new brightness and colour-tone functions. The camera will be available in Silver, Black and Orange from September 2007 at £229.99 inc Vat:

"With a new image processing engine and a 7.1x optical wide zoom lens (28–200 mm in 35 mm camera format) mounted on a slim body only 20.6 mm at its thinnest point, the Caplio R7 takes digital photography to an even higher level of image quality."

Ricoh Caplio R6 Firmware v1.39 Download

2007-06-21T01:42:00.000+01:00

Ricoh have released an updated firmware (v1.39) for the 7 megapixel Ricoh Caplio R6 - an update to the unique Ricoh Caplio R5, the new R6 features a wide-angle 7.1x optical zoom lens, ISO upto 1600, image stabilisation, 1cm macro mode, an (ultra) compact metal body, updated features include Face Recognition focus, new zoom control, a new slim body (20.6mm vs 26mm), a 2.7" screen, etc. The camera is available for £186 in Silver, Red (pictured above), or Black:

Ricoh Caplio R6 Firmware Download

Read more Ricoh Caplio R6 Reviews: DPExpert, Photography BLOG, ePhotoZine, Think Camera, Trusted Reviews