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Ricoh Caplio RR10 Camera Review
There is a lot you can expect to receive from your new Ricoh Caplio RR10 digital camera. You can expect reliable quality and consistent picture taking. You can also expect to receive some Ricoh Caplio RR10 accessories with your camera. You'll get the Ricoh Caplio RR10 manual and always important Ricoh Caplio RR10 lens which makes the Ricoh Caplio RR10 digital SLR camera worthy of having. One item you will likely want to purchase in addition to your Ricoh Caplio RR10 accessories, if it does not come packaged in a Ricoh Caplio RR10 kit or bundle, is the Ricoh Caplio RR10 leather case. These cases help to preserve your camera and protecting the Ricoh Caplio RR10 body housing the digital camera parts and memory sticks or cards.
Ricoh Caplio RR10 Digital Camera Specifications
| General |
Model Number |
RR10 |
| Camera Format |
Ultra Compact |
| Currently Manufactured |
No |
| Retail Price |
$492.00 |
| Price Update Date |
2004-12-01 |
| Date Available |
2001-07-31 |
| Remote Control |
Yes |
| Remote Control Type |
Unknown (uses DR-4 remote) |
| Operating System |
Win98, ME, 2000, MacOS 8.6-9.1 |
| Weight |
172 g
6.0 oz |
| Weight With Batteries? |
No |
| Size |
117 x 30 x 54 mm
4.6 x 1.2 x 2.1 in |
| Image Capture |
Image Resolution |
1600x1200, 1280x960, 640x480 |
| Movie Resolution |
320x240 |
| Aspect Ratio |
4:3 |
| CCD Sensor (Megapixels) |
2.11 |
| CCD Size (inches) |
1/2.7" |
| CCD Filter Type |
RGBG |
| Movie Audio |
Yes |
| Quality Levels |
4 |
| Lens |
Focal Length (35mm equivalent) |
38 - 76 mm |
| Zoom Ratio |
2.00x |
| Digital Zoom |
Yes |
| Digital Zoom Values |
2x |
| Auto Focus |
Yes |
| Auto Focus Assist Light? |
No |
| Manual Focus |
Yes |
| Normal Focus Range |
14 cm to Infinity
5.7 in to Infinity |
| Macro Focus Range |
4 - 14 cm
1.6 - 5.7 in |
| Max Aperture |
f/2.8 |
| Aperture Range Description |
f/2.8 (wide) / 3.8 (tele) - ??? |
| Display |
Optical Viewfinder |
No |
| LCD Viewfinder |
Yes |
| LCD Size (inches) |
1.5 |
| LCD Resolution (pixels) |
110000 |
| Exposure |
ISO Settings |
100, 200, 400 |
| ISO Rating Max |
400 |
| Number of White Balance Settings |
5 |
| White Balance Settings |
Auto, Outdoor, Cloudy, Incandescent, Fluorescent |
| Manual White Balance |
No |
| Longest Shutter Time |
4 |
| Shortest Shutter Time |
1/1000 |
| Exp Adj Range |
2.0 EV |
| Exp Adj Step Size |
0.50 EV |
| Metering Modes |
Center-weighted |
| Spot Metering |
No |
| Aperture Priority |
No |
| Shutter Priority |
No |
| Full Manual Exposure |
No |
| Flash |
Internal Flash |
Yes |
| No of Flash Modes |
5 |
| Flash Modes |
Auto, On, Slow-Sync, Off, Red-Eye Reduction |
| Ext Flash |
No |
| Image Storage |
Usable Memory Types |
SD/MMC |
| Memory Included (MB) |
8.0 |
| Uncompressed Format |
TIFF Uncompressed |
| CCD Raw Format |
No |
| Compressed Format |
JPEG, TIFF G4 MMR, WAV, MP3 |
| Movie File Format |
AVI (OpenDML Motion JPEG) |
| Connectivity |
Video Out |
Yes |
| Video Mode Switchable |
Yes |
| External Connections |
USB 1.1 |
| Other Connection |
DC In, Headphone out |
| Included Software |
RICOH GATE, USB driver, TWAIN driver, Video driver, Image Touch, QuickTime 4.1.2, VideoWave III SE, MusicMatch MP3 Jukebox |
| OS Compatibility |
Windows, MacOS (except VideoWave III SE) |
| Power |
Battery Form Factor |
Proprietary |
| Usable Battery Types |
Lithium Ion rechargeable |
| Batteries Included |
Proprietary Lithium Ion |
| Battery Charger Included |
Yes |
| More Information |
Notes & Features |
Will ship in middle of July 2001 in Japan. Price estimate of US$492 based on conversion of Japanese price of ¥60,000 quoted by digitalcamera.gr.jp's Yamada Kumio. Will ship in August 2001 in Europe at a price of €615 (US$520). Compatible with SD cards from 8 - 64MB. Lens has 6 elements in 5 groups (3 aspheric surfaces). Minimum focus is 14cm at wide angle, 40cm at tele. Macro focusing is at wide angle position. Shutter speeds above 1 second are a choice of 2 or 4 seconds. Can append images with audio clips. Can play back MP3 audio files (44.1kHz, 96kbps). Included 'Ricoh BASE' docking station has one-touch button for transferring images, and charges camera when in dock. Base station can be connected to a TV to view images on camera. Camera can function as a tethered USB webcam when in the docking station. Battery life rated at 50 minutes record, 80 minutes playback, 120 minutes MP3 playback. Complies with PRINT Image Matching, Epson's color management technology. Bundled with soft case, hand strap, AV cable, 'Ricoh Base' docking station, AC adapter, AC adapter converter, software CD-ROM, USB cable, stereo earphones, 8MB SD Memory card, rechargeable battery. Optional accessories include DR-4 remote control unit; this is a new remote and functionality/type is not listed by Ricoh yet. Silver body with choice of silver, blue or orange trim. |
When purchasing this digital camera, give it a full Ricoh Caplio RR10 review. Check the buttons and screen, make certain it fits your hand, or purchase the Ricoh Caplio RR10 power grip. Check the features and capabilities. Know how to quickly change settings for light and indoor or outdoor settings. There is no film, so speed settings is not required - however you can set the frame rate on the Ricoh Caplio RR10 digital camera for the video or for quick display settings. Your Ricoh Caplio RR10 even allows you take a fast sequence of pictures when the setting is set for it - and can take intermittent action shots, catching it all on disk. Ricoh Caplio RR10 Power GripBefore you purchase, check to see what Ricoh Caplio RR10 rebate is available, if at all. And if you are not able to supplement the purchase of additional Ricoh Caplio RR10 accessories from the savings set forth by a rebate - try to find the Ricoh Caplio RR10 wholesale priced from a distribution outlet. Once you know which camera you want, in this case the Ricoh Caplio RR10, it is just a matter of finding it for the best price. Don;t be afraid to ask questions about the Ricoh Caplio RR10 camera or Ricoh Caplio RR10 lenses while you are shopping, this is the only way you will find out what the location has to offer, and if there is some other product they are trying to push. All in all the Ricoh Caplio RR10 camera is an excellent purchase and will provide you with excellent picture taking for years and tears, provided you maintain and care for your Ricoh Caplio RR10 digital SLR camera. Enjoy your new find and take your memories with you wherever you may roam - with the Ricoh Caplio RR10 powergrip digital camera.
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