Ricoh announces the RICOH R10

7.1x Optical wide-angle zoom digital camera with 3.0-inch HVGA monitor and internal electronic level

Tokyo, Japan, August 19, 2008 -- Ricoh Co., Ltd. (president and CEO: Shiro Kondo) today announced the development and release of the RICOH R10. In addition to its 7.1x optical wide-angle zoom lens (28-200 mm in 35 mm film equivalent focal length), this new digital camera features a 460,000-dot HVGA monitor, an electronic level, and other new capabilities to further enhance its utility as a tool for easy photography with advance photographic functions.

The new RICOH R10 is the successor model to the very popular RICOH R8 ( launched March 7, 2008), which featured a 7.1x optical wide-angle zoom lens, a high-resolution 10 megapixel CCD, Smooth Imaging Engine III, and a body combining operability and portability.

Inheriting many distinctive characteristics from its predecessor, the RICOH R10 also has a wide range of advanced capabilities, such as (1) a 3.0-inch 460,000-dot HVGA monitor, (2) the electronic level that is a very popular feature on the GR DIGITALII (launched November 2007) and the GX200 (launched July 2008), and (3) a flag function enabling quick call-up of selected images.

Inheriting the RICOH R8 design concept "A tool you will want to use every day," the RICOH R10 has a top cover with the same beauty and solid, metal feel. And an easier-to-hold grip has been added to further increase ease of use as a photographic tool.

Main Features of the New RICOH R10

1.	High-resolution 3.0-inch, 460,000-dot HVGA monitor.
	•	The large, high-resolution 3.0-inch, 460,000-dot HVGA monitor has a wide viewing angle and high contrast for easy viewing even when shooting outdoors.
2.	Electronic level utilizing an acceleration sensor.
	•	The new electronic level is convenient for keeping the camera level when shooting landscapes, buildings, and other scenes where tilting of the subject is a concern. The level indicator shown on the LCD display makes it possible to confirm that the image is level while shooting.
	•	It is also possible to check whether the image is level using the level sound setting. When this setting is on, a level sound is continually emitted at a set interval if the camera is level.
	•	The acceleration sensor also makes it easier to view images on the LCD display by automatically rotating the images to horizontal or vertical during playback.
3.	A 28 to 200 mm 7.1x optical zoom on a body featuring both operability and portability.
	•	Ricoh's original double retracting lens system has made it possible to mount a 7.1x optical wide-angle zoom lens on a body measuring only 22.6 mm at its thinnest point. This lens can handle a wide range of conditions from wide-angle shooting of both expansive landscapes and tight indoor scenes (with limited space between camera and subject) to high-impact telephoto shooting.
	•	With the step zoom function, it is possible to change the optical zoom magnification in seven fixed steps (28 mm, 35 mm, 50 mm, 85 mm, 105 mm, 135 mm, and 200 mm equivalent). The step zoom can be easily switched on and off by assigning it to the new Fn (function) button.
4.	High image quality with a high-resolution CCD and the highly evaluated image processing engine Smooth Imaging Engine III.
	•	For high-quality images with both high resolution and low noise, the RICOH R10 combines an effective 10 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CCD with Smooth Imaging Engine III, an image processing engine capable of handling a wide range of shooting conditions.
5.	New image flag function facilitates quick display of desired images from among the many photographs taken.
	•	With the image flag function, it is possible to flag up to three image files for quick display from among the images in the camera. When traveling, this function is convenient for calling up images shot for future reference (for example, photographs of maps and time tables).
6.	The RICOH R10 takes the concept of "A tool you will want to use every day" to a new level of functionality.
	(1)Fn (function) button
		•	The Fn (function) button makes it possible to switch selected settings with just one push. Custom defining a frequently used setting, such as target shift or AE lock for auto shooting mode, will make it possible to quickly switch functions by just pushing the Fn button during shooting.
	(2)Enhanced grip and design sense
		•	The change to a grip popular for its ease of use has made the camera easier to hold while enhancing its design sense. The RICOH R10 achieves utility plus styling that intensifies a simple, functional beauty and eliminates design frills.
7.	Easy shooting mode to enjoy shooting with simple operations
	•	With easy shooting mode only frequently used functions are engaged, and it is possible to shoot using operations easy for almost anyone. By pushing the Fn button when in easy shooting mode, it is possible to specify backlight compensation, which is convenient to use for backlit scenes.
8.	Extensive shooting functions enhance enjoyment of image creation.
	•	Even when shooting in high-contrast situations, the camera can use an auto level compensation function to automatically adjust tones to achieve an appropriate level of brightness in the recorded image while reducing areas that are overly bright or dark.
	•	A flash light intensity adjustment function makes it possible to adjust light intensity from -2.0 EV to +2.0 EV in 1/3 EV steps.
	•	When you want to take multiple pictures using the self timer, the custom self-timer function can be used to specify the number of pictures to be taken (1 to 10) and the shooting interval (5 to 10 sec.).
	•	Aspect ratio (vertical/horizontal ratio) 1:1 square format photography is possible.
9.	Superior macro photography functions.
	•	The highly rated Ricoh macro photography functions are included. Get as close to the subject as 1 cm at maximum wide angle* and 25 cm at maximum telephoto. *32 mm equivalent
	•	For macro shooting, the minimum macro distance display function can be used to show the minimum shooting distance on the LCD display.
10.	Image stabilizer function and face recognition mode.
	•	The RICOH R10 contains Ricoh's original CCD-shift image stabilizer function, which compensates for camera shake when it is detected. This reduces the blurring that tends to occur in situations such as telephoto and macro photography.
	•	Face recognition mode automatically identifies faces in a scene and optimizes focus, exposure, and white balance for the faces.

Specifications

Options

Accessory Name Model Rechargeable Battery DB-70 Battery Charger BJ-7 Soft Case (black) SC-80BK Soft Case (brown) SC-80BN Neck Strap ST-2

RICOH R10 Main Specifications

Items Specifications Number of Effective Pixels (Camera) Approximately 10 million pixels Image Sensor 1/2.3-inch CCD (total pixels: approx. 10.30 million pixels） Lens Focal Length f= 4.95 to 35.4 mm (35 mm film equivalent focal length 28 to 200 mm. With Step Zoom set, the following 7 fixed focal lengths possible: 28 mm, 35 mm, 50 mm, 85 mm, 105 mm, 135 mm, and 200 mm.) F-aperture F3.3 (wide) to F5.2 (telephoto) Shooting Distance Normal shooting: Approx. 30 cm to infinity (wide-angle), approx. 1.0 m to infinity (telephoto)(from the front of the lens) Macro shooting: Approx. 1 cm to infinity (wide-angle), approx. 25 cm to infinity (telephoto)(from the front of the lens) Zoom Magnification Optical zoom: 7.1 times (35 mm equivalent focal length 28 to 200 mm), Digital zoom: 4.8 times, up to 34.1 times(960 mm equivalent) in combination with optical zoom Auto resize zoom: 5.7 times*1, up to 40.7 times*1(1140 mm equivalent) in combination with optical zoom Focus Mode Multi AF (CCD method), Spot AF (CCD method), Manual Focus, Snap, Infinity(focus lock, AF auxiliary light) Motion Blur Reduction CCD shift method image stabilizer Shutter Speed*2 Still Image 8, 4, 2, 1 - 1/2000 sec. Movie 1/30 to 1/2000 sec. Exposure Adjustment Exposure Metering Mode Multi Light Metering (256 segments), Center Weighted Light Metering, Spot Metering (TTL-CCD metering) Exposure Mode Program AE Exposure Compensation Manual Exposure Compensation (-2.0EV to +2.0EV in 1/3EV steps), Auto Bracket Function (-0.5EV, ±0, +0.5EV) ISO Sensitivity (Standard Output Sensitivity) AUTO, AUTO-HI, ISO80 / ISO100 / ISO200 / ISO400 / ISO800 / ISO1600 White Balance Mode Auto / Outdoors / Cloudy / Incandescent / Incandescent 2 / Fluorescent / Manual, White balance bracket function Flash Built-in Flash Mode Auto (during low light and when subject is backlit), Red-eye Flash, Flash On, Flash synchro, Flash Off Built-in FlashRange Approx. 20 cm to 3.0 m (wide-angle), approx. 25 cm to 2.0 m (telephoto) (ISO Auto / ISO 400, from the front of the lens) Picture Display 3.0-inch Transparent Amorphous Silicon TFT LCD (approx. 460,000 dots) Shooting Mode Auto Shooting Mode / Easy Shooting Mode / Scene Modes (Portrait / Face / Sports / Landscape / Nightscape / Night Portrait / High Sensitivity / Zoom Macro / Skew Correction / Text), My Settings Mode / Movie Mode Picture Quality Mode*3 F(Fine) / N(Normal) Number of Recorded Pixels Still Image [4 : 3] 3648 x 2736, 3264 x 2448, 2592 x 1944, 2048 x 1536, 1280 x 960, 640 x 480[3 : 2] 3648 x 2432[1 : 1] 2736 x 2736 Movie 640 x 480, 320 x 240 Text 3648 x 2736, 2048 x 1536 Recording Media SD memory card (32, 64, 128, 256, 512 MB, 1GB, 2GB), SDHC memory card (4 GB, 8 GB, 16 GB), Internal memory (approx. 54 MB) Storage Capacity Pictures/Time*4(internal memory 54 MB) Still Image 3648 x 2736 F:14 N:24,3648 x 2432 F:16,2736 x 2736 F:19,3264 x 2448 N:30, 2592 x 1944 N:48,2048 x 1536 N:74,1280 x 960 N:133,640 x 480 N:497 Movie*5 640x480 (15 frames/sec.):1 min. 22sec., 320 x 240 (15 frames/sec.): 2 min. 40 sec., 640x480 (30 frames/sec.): 41 sec., 320×240 (30 frames/sec.):1 min. 22sec. Recording File Format Still Image JPEG （Exif ver.2.21）*6 Text JPEG （Exif ver.2.21）*6 Movie AVI （Open DML Motion JPEG format compliant） Other Major Shooting Functions Cont / S-Cont / M-Cont, Self-Timer (operation time: approx. 10 sec. / 2 sec. / custom self-timer),Interval Timer (Shooting interval: 5 sec. to 3 hours (5 sec. steps)*7, Color Bracket function, Fix Min. Aperture, AE/AF Target Shift, Record Dual Size, Histogram, Grid Guide, Electronic Level Other Major Playback Functions Grid View, Enlarged Display (maximum 16x）, Resize, Level Compensation, White Balance Compensation, Trim, Flag Interface USB 2.0 mini-B, High-Speed USB, Mass storage compatible*8Audio Out / Video Out Video Signal Format NTSC, PAL switchable Power Source Rechargeable Battery （DB-70） x １ Battery Consumption*9 Based on CIPA Standard: Using the DB-70, approx. 300 pictures (When LCD Auto Dim is on*10) Dimensions 102.0 mm （W）x 58.3 mm （H） x 26.1 mm (D), excluding projecting parts Weight Approx. 168 g (excluding battery, SD memory card, strap), Accessories approx. 23 g (battery, strap) Operating Temperature 0°C to 40°C

*1	VGA image size
*2	Shutter speed upper and lower limits vary depending on Shooting Mode and Flash Mode.
*3	The picture quality mode that can be set vary depending on the image size.
*4	Estimated number of still images it is possible to record and estimated amount of movie recording time.
*5	The maximum length for one instance of movie recording is 90 minutes or the file size upper limit of 4 GB.
*6	Compatible with DCF and DPOF. DCF is the abbreviation of the JEITA standard. “Design rule for Camera File system.” (Full compatibility with other devices is not guaranteed.)
*7	When the flash is set to off.
*8	Mass storage driver is compatible with Windows Me, 2000, XP, Vista, Mac OS9.0-9.2.2, and Mac OSX10.1.2-10.5.2.
*9	Shooting capacity was measured using CIPA-standard parameters. This is only an estimate, and performance may vary according to usage conditions.
*10	When LCD Auto Dim is off: approx. 270 pictures.

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