Ricoh CX-1 9.29 Megapixel Digital Camera - Silver
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The new Ricoh CX-1 features a high speed CMOS sensor and Smooth Imaging Engine IV teamed with a 7.1x Wide Angle Zoom Lens (28-200mm equiv.). With its CMOS sensor it is possible for the CX-1 to achieve 4 frames per second high- speed shooting at full 9 megapixel resolution and as high as 120 frames per second at reduced resolution. As well as this the CX-1 has a unique double-shot function that takes high-speed consecutive shots of two still images and combines them to effectively deliver a dynamic range equivalent to 12 EV – great for achieving correct exposure of high-contrast scenes. Boasting a high resolution 3” 920,000-dot VGA LCD screen, multi-target AF, optical image stabilisation and face recognition you will be able to capture and view your world as you see it through the superb imaging quality of the Ricoh CX-1. Movie Feature – captures video with audio up to 640 x 480 resolution at 30 frames per second. Maximum recording length is up to 90 minutes or 4gb file size, whichever occurs first. 
 | What are the features and how will they benefit you? | | 28mm Wide-Angle 7.1x Zoom Lens – Fit more in the picture with a wide lens. Great for group shots, landscapes, architecture - any situation where you need to capture more of the image. Extends to 200mm telephoto so you can zoom in to distant subjects. 9.29 megapixel CMOS Sensor – The CMOS Sensor plus Smooth Imaging Engine IV enables high-speed image processing plus high-sensitivity shooting that achieves noise reduction without compromising sharp resolution or colour reproduction. High Dynamic Range Double-Shot Mode - takes high-speed consecutive shots of two still images with different exposures and then records an image that combines the properly exposed portions of each, expanding the dynamic range up to a maximum equivalent to 12 EV. This will enable a greater range of both bright and shadowy areas of a high contrast scene to be displayed without losing detail from over or underexposure. High Speed Continuous Shooting - achieve 4 frames per second high-speed shooting at full 9 megapixel resolution and as high as 120 frames per second at reduced resolution – great for catching the action when photographing sports, kids, animals or any other fast-moving subject. Optical Image Stabiliser - helps eliminate blur due to shaky hands which is very important at full zoom, macro (close-up), or in low-light. Electronic Level - Internal electronic leveller which lets you view the horizontal or vertical indicator while watching the LCD display. Ensure your shots are perfectly level. Face Recognition - focuses on and sets correct exposure and white balance for faces rather than other picture elements that might be in the foreground or background. 3.0” 920,000-dot LCD Screen - The large, high-resolution LCD monitor has a wide viewing angle and high contrast. The screen has a fluorine coat to prevent soiling, a hard coat to prevent scratches, and an anti-reflection coat which makes for excellent visibility even outdoors. Multi-Target AF - camera automatically decides seven focus points and takes high-speed consecutive shots of seven images while shifting the focus to each point. After shooting, you can select the image with the preferred focus. 1cm Macro - take stunning close-ups as near as 1cm away from subject. |
| What's in the box? | | | Ricoh CX-1 Digital Camera + 88mb internal memory Hand Strap USB cable Audio Video Cable Rechargeable Li-ion Battery DB-70 Battery Charger BJ-7 Software Suite CD-ROM Instruction Manual 12 Months Warranty from Tasco Australia |
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Specifications Items | Specifications | No. of Effective Pixels (Camera) | Approximately 9.29 million pixels | Image Sensor | 1/2.3-inch CMOS (total pixels: approx. 10.29 million pixels) | Lens | Focal length | f=4.95-35.4 mm (equivalent to 28-200 mm for 35 mm film cameras. With Step Zoom set, option of seven fixed lengths: 28 mm, 35 mm, 50 mm, 85 mm, 105 mm, 135 mm, and 200 mm) | F-aperture | F3.3 (Wide) - F5.2 (Telephoto) | Shooting
Distance | Normal shooting: Approx. 30 cm - infinity (Wide), approx. 10 m - infinity (Telephoto) (from the front of the lens)
Macro: Approx. 1 cm - infinity (Wide), approx. 25 cm - infinity (Telephoto), approx. 1 cm - infinity (Zoom Macro) (from the front of the lens) | Lens Construction | 10 elements in 7 groups (aspheric lens: 4 elements and 5 surfaces) | Zoom Magnification | Optical: 7.1x zoom (equivalent to 28-200 mm focal length for 35 mm cameras)
Digital: 4.8x up to 34.1x (equivalent to 960 mm) when used with optical zoom
Auto Resize: 5.4x*1 up to 38.6x*1 (equivalent to 1080 mm) when used with optical zoom | Focus Mode | Multi AF (contrast AF method) / Spot AF (contrast AF method) / Multi-Target AF / Manual Focus / Fixed Focus (Snap) / Infinity (AF auxiliary light) | Motion Blur Reduction | Image sensor shift method image stabilizer | Shutter Speed*2 | Still image | 8, 4, 2, 1 - 1/2000 sec. | Movie | 1/30 - 1/2000 sec. | Continuous Shooting | Continuous shooting speed*3 | approx. 4 frames/sec. (F3456, F3:2, F1:1 shooting time; shooting speed after 60 pictures is approx. 3 frames/sec.) | Continuous shooting capacity | 999 pictures | Exposure Control | Exposure
Metering Mode | Multi (256 segments), Centre Weighted Light Metering, Spot Metering Exposure Mode | Metering Exposure Mode | Program AE | Exposure
Compensation | Manual Exposure Compensation +/-2.0EV (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 / Multi-Pattern AUTO / Outdoors / Cloudy / Incandescent / Incandescent 2 / Fluorescent / Manual, White Balance Bracket Function | Flash | Built-in flash mode | Auto (during low light and when the subject is backlit), Red-eye-Reduction, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off | Built-in flash range | Approx. 20 cm - 3.0 m (Wide), approx. 25 cm - 2.0 m (Telephoto) (ISO Auto/ISO 400, from the front of the lens) | Flash compensation | +/-2.0EV (1/3EV Steps) | Monitor | 3.0-inch Transparent LCD (approx. 920,000 dots) | Shooting Mode | Auto Shooting Mode / Easy Shooting Mode / Dynamic Range Double Shot Mode / Continuous Shooting Modes (Continuous, M-Continuous Plus, Ultra-High-Speed Continuous) / Scene Modes (Portrait / Face / Sports / Night Portrait / Landscape / Nightscape / High Sensitivity / Zoom Macro / Skew Correction / Text) / My Setting Mode / Movie Mode | Picture Quality Mode*4 | F(Fine) / N(Normal) | No. of Pixels Recorded | Still image/multi-picture | [4:3] 3456x2592, 3072x2304, 2592x1944, 2048x1536, 1728x1296 (M-Cont Plus), 1280x960, 640x480 /
[3:2] 3456x2304 /
[1:1] 2592x2592 | Movie | 640x480, 320x240 | Text | 3456 x 2592, 2048 x1536 | Recording Media | SD memory card (32, 64, 128, 256, 512 MB, 1GB, 2GB), SDHC memory card (4GB, 8GB, 16GB, 32GB), Internal memory (approx. 88MB) | Storage Capacity (Pictures/ Time):*5 (internal memory 88MB) | Still image/multi-picture | 3456x2592 (F: 24, N: 43) / 3456x2304 (F: 28) / 2592x2592 (F: 33) / 3072x2304 (N: 53) / 2592x1944 (N: 73) / 2048x1536 (N: 109) / 1728x1296 (N: 143)(M-Cont Plus) / 1280x960 (N: 181) / 640x480 (N: 705) | Movie*6 | 640x480: 15 frames/sec. (1 min. 42 sec.), 320x240: 15 frames/sec. (4 min. 19 sec.) / 640x480: 30 frames/sec. (51 sec.), 320x240: 30 frames/sec. (2 min. 12 sec.) | Recording File Format | Still Image | JPEG(Exif ver.2.21)*7 | Multi-picture | CIPA DC-X007-2009 Multi-Picture Format draft compliant | Movie | AVI (Open DML Motion JPEG Format compliant) | Compression method | JPEG Baseline method compliant | Other Major Shooting Functions | Continuous, Self-Timer (operation time: approx. 10 sec. / approx. 2 sec. / custom self-timer), Interval Timer (Shooting interval: 5 sec. - 1 hour (5 sec. steps)*8, Colour Bracket function, Focus Bracket function, Fix Min. Aperture, AE/AF Target Shift, Histogram, Grid Guide, Electronic Level | Other Major Playback Functions | Grid View, Enlarged Display (maximum 16x), Resize, Level Compensation, White Balance Compensation, Trim, Flag, Slideshow, DPOF Setting | Interface | USB 2.0 (High-Speed USB) Mini-B, Mass storage compatible*9 / AV Out 1.0Vp-p (75O) | Video Signal Format | NTSC, PAL switchable | Power Supply | Rechargeable Battery: DB-70 x1, AC adapter (AC-4g optional) | Battery Consumption*10 | Based on CIPA Standard: Using the DB-70, approx. 270 pictures (when LCD Dim is on)*11 | External Dimensions | 101.5 mm (W) x 58.3 mm (H) x 27.9 mm (D) (excluding projecting parts) | Weight | Approx. 180 g (excluding battery, SD memory card, strap), Accessories approx. 23 g (battery, strap) | Operating Temperature Range | 0°C - 40°C |
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*1 | VGA image size. | *2 | Shutter speed upper and lower limits vary depending on Shooting Mode and Flash Mode. | *3 | Values measured under Ricoh measurement conditions using a Panasonic PRO HIGH SPEED 8GB SDHC memory card. The continuous shooting speed and number of pictures will vary depending on the shooting conditions, the type of recording media used, the condition of the recording media, etc. | *4 | The picture quality modes which can be set vary depending on the image size. | *5 | Estimated number of still images it is possible to record and estimated amount of movie recording time. | *6 | The maximum length for one instance of movie recording is 90 minutes or the file size upper limit of 4GB. | *7 | 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.) | *8 | With flash off. | *9 | Mass storage driver is compatible with Windows Me, 2000, XP, Vista, Mac OS9.0-9.2.2, and Mac OSX10.1.2-10.5.5. | *10 | Shooting capacity was measured using CIPA-standard parameters. This is only an estimate, and performance may vary according to usage conditions. | *11 | When LCD Auto Dim is off: approx. 250 pictures |
CX1 Software | Windows
Vista | Windows
XP | Windows
2000/Me | 1.DL-10 |
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| * | When the version of Acrobat Reader on the CD-ROM is run on a Windows Vista system, there may be cases where an error message is displayed. If this happens, please go to the webpage of Adobe Systems Incorporated and download the latest version of this software. |
CX1 System Requirements | Windows | Operating Systems Supported | Windows 2000 Professional Service Pack 4
Windows Me
Windows XP Home Edition Service Pack 3 / Professional Service Pack 3
Windows Vista Service Pack 1 | CPU | Windows 2000 / Me / XP: Pentium®III 500MHz or faster,
Windows Vista: Pentium®III 1GHz or faster | Memory | Windows 2000 / Me / XP: 256MB or more
Windows Vista: 512MB or more | Hard Drive Space Required for Installation | 160MB or more | Display Resolution | 1024 x 768 dots or greater | Display colours | 65,000 colours or greater | CD-ROM Drive | A CD-ROM drive compatible with the above-mentioned computer | USB Port | A USB port compatible with the above-mentioned computer |
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| * | When the CX1 is connected to a PC, only a USB connection can be used. Serial connection is not supported. | * | It is necessary for the above OS to be preinstalled and for the USB port to be standard equipment. | * | The 64-bit OS version is not supported. | * | The CX1 is compatible with Mac OS 9.0 to 9.2.2 and Mac OS X 10.1.2 to 10.5.5 by mass storage connection. |
SD Memory Card Storage Capacity
(Number of Images and Time)
Mode | Picture
Quality/Size | Internal
Memory
80MB | 1GB | 2GB | 4GB | 8GB | 16GB | 32GB | Still | F3456(9M) | 24 | 266 | 539 | 1058 | 2163 | 4335 | 8695 | N3456(9M) | 43 | 461 | 931 | 1828 | 3737 | 7487 | 15020 | F3:2(8M) | 28 | 300 | 608 | 1195 | 2442 | 4893 | 9815 | F1:1(6M) | 33 | 355 | 723 | 1419 | 2902 | 5814 | 11662 | N3072(7M) | 53 | 575 | 1159 | 2277 | 4654 | 9324 | 18704 | N2592(5M) | 73 | 785 | 1576 | 3094 | 6325 | 12671 | 25418 | N2048(3M) | 109 | 1184 | 2363 | 4640 | 9486 | 19005 | 38125 | N1280(1M) | 181 | 1948 | 3840 | 7541 | 15415 | 30882 | 61951 | N640(VGA) | 705 | 7553 | 15359 | 30159 | 61643 | 123489 | 247716 | Still(When [Focus] is set to [Multi-Target AF]) | F3456(9M) | 23 | 255 | 516 | 1014 | 2073 | 4152 | 8330 | N3456(9M) | 40 | 428 | 865 | 1699 | 3474 | 6960 | 13962 | F3:2(8M) | 26 | 285 | 579 | 1138 | 2327 | 4662 | 9352 | F1:1(6M) | 31 | 335 | 683 | 1341 | 2741 | 5491 | 11014 | N3072(7M) | 48 | 521 | 1059 | 2080 | 4253 | 8520 | 17091 | N2592(5M) | 64 | 694 | 1397 | 2743 | 5606 | 11231 | 22529 | N2048(3M) | 91 | 990 | 1981 | 3892 | 7956 | 15940 | 31976 | N1280(1M) | 136 | 1473 | 2926 | 5746 | 11745 | 23530 | 47202 | N640(VGA) | 312 | 3357 | 6827 | 13407 | 27404 | 54898 | 110125 | Text | 3456 x 2592 | 43 | 461 | 931 | 1828 | 3737 | 7487 | 15020 | 2048 x 1536 | 109 | 1184 | 2363 | 4640 | 9486 | 19005 | 38125 | Movie | 640 x 480
(15Frames/Sec) | 1min
42s | 18min
20s | 37min
17s | 76min
41s | 149min
40s | 299min
50s | 601min
28s | 640 x 480
(30Frames/Sec) | 51s | 9min
15s | 18min
49s | 38min
41s | 75min
31s | 151min
18s | 303min
31s | 320 x 240
(15Frames/Sec) | 4min
19s | 46min
19s | 94min
11s | 193min
41s | 378min
2s | 757min
18s | 1519min
7s | 320 x 240
(30Frames/Sec) | 2min
12s | 23min
42s | 48min
13s | 99min
8s | 193min
30s | 387min
39s | 777min
37s | M-Cont Plus | N1728(2M) | 143 | 1548 | 3072 | 6033 | 12332 | 24706 | 49561 |
* | The maximum recording time is the estimated total recording time. The maximum recording time per shooting is 90 minutes or the equivalent of 4 GB. | * | The maximum number of consecutive shots that can be taken using continuous mode is 999. When the number of remaining shots is 1000 or more, “999” is displayed on the picture display. | * | The maximum number of shots for Multi-Target AF is the estimated total number of shots that can be recorded. The number of shots that can be recorded at one time is 7. When the number of remaining shots is 9999 or more, “9999” is displayed on the picture display. | * | The number of remaining shots displayed on the picture display may differ from the actual number of shots, depending on the subject. | * | Movie recording time and the maximum number of still pictures may vary depending on the capacity of the recording destination (internal memory or SD memory card), shooting conditions, and the type and manufacturer of the SD memory card. | * | A high speed memory card is recommended when shooting for long periods. |
* Specifications subject to change by the manufacturer without notice
Tasco Australia says:
Tasco announces the NEW Ricoh CX1
7.1x Optical wide-angle zoom digital camera with maximum dynamic range equivalent to 12 EV | Tokyo, Japan, February 19, 2009—Ricoh Co., Ltd. (president and CEO: Shiro Kondo) today announced the development and release of the CX1, a new digital camera with a 7.1x optical wide-angle zoom lens (28-200 mm in 35 mm film equivalent focal length). The CX1's expanded dynamic range of 12 EV equivalent makes it possible to capture high-contrast scenes in a way not possible with earlier models. With new image processing engine Smooth Imaging Engine IV and a new high-speed image processing CMOS sensor installed, the CX1 achieves greater image quality while at the same time expanding dynamic range with its dynamic range double shot mode. In addition, functions such as multi-pattern auto white balance (sets white balance based on the light sources of segregated areas of the image) and multi-target AF (shoots consecutive images at seven focal distances automatically defined by the camera) enable the new CX1 to create beautiful images giving an almost naked-eye impression. The CX1 has a large 3.0-inch 920,000-dot VGA monitor and high-speed continuous shooting functions at approximately 4 frames/second that make it even easier to enjoy photography. This is a digital camera that takes the design concept "A tool you will want to use every day" to a new level of perfection. |
Main features of the new CX1 | 1. Greater image quality from a new image processing engine and new image sensor. |
? The CX1 has the new image processing engine Smooth Imaging Engine IV and a new high-speed image processing CMOS sensor. In high-sensitivity shooting conditions, these enhancements result in greater resolution than previous models and also reduce noise without compromising color reproduction. ? The addition of a customized circuit to the image processing engine has made it possible to include a pixel output interpolation algorithm that expands the CX1's dynamic range by up to 1 EV compared to conventional methods. This reduces whiteout in high-contrast situations and recreates the beauty seen by the eye. | 2. Dynamic range double shot mode for excellent reproduction of both light and dark areas. |
? The transformation of the image processing engine and the image sensor has enabled the CX1 to do high-speed continuous shooting. This, in turn, has made it possible to create dynamic range double shot mode, which takes high-speed consecutive shots of two still images with different exposures and then records an image that combines the properly exposed portions of each. Expanding the dynamic range up to a maximum equivalent to 12 EV, this mode makes it possible to record images that give an almost naked-eye impression. ? It is possible to also record a normal image in addition to the expanded-dynamic-range image so you can check the results immediately after shooting. | 3. The multi-pattern auto white balance function gives the optimum color reproduction when shooting subjects mixing different color temperatures. |
? For scenes with both shadow and sunlight and scenes mixing flash and natural light (or fluorescent light, etc.) during flash photography, this function can define white balance to fit the light source of each segregated area of the image. This enhances image quality in people-photography situations that were difficult to shoot with the old auto white balance function. | 4. High-definition 3.0-inch 920,000-dot VGA monitor. | ? The large, high-resolution LCD monitor has a wide viewing angle and high contrast. The screen has a fluorine coat to prevent soiling, a hard coat to prevent scratches, and an anti-reflection coat to give greater visibility even outdoors in bright sunshine. ? The optimum fonts are used for high visibility on the VGA monitor, and greater camera operability is achieved with an enhanced setting-screen design easily readable at a glance. There is also an 81-image playback screen display function useful when checking images during playback. ? Image framing during shooting is now easier as a result of the addition of a shooting information display frame which does not superimpose shooting information over the image itself. | 5. With the multi-target AF function, the camera automatically finds seven focal distances and shoots at each one in succession. | ? The camera automatically decides seven focus points and does high-speed consecutive shooting of seven images while shifting the focus to each point. After shooting, you can select the image with the preferred focus. This function is effective for scenes (such as flowers) where there is a narrow range for a sharp focus. * The consecutively shot images are recorded as a single MP file (a file format with multiple still images in a single file). |
6. Enhanced high-speed continuous shooting functions catch the decisive movement of moving subjects. | ? In continuous shooting mode, it is possible to do high-speed continuous shooting at approximately 4 frames/second for still images with the maximum number of pixels. * Continuous shooting speed will vary depending on shooting conditions, card type, card condition, etc. ? The M-continuous plus shooting function does continuous shooting that saves the 30 images (30 frames/sec.) taken during the one second or so before the finger is removed from the shutter release button or the 30 images (15 frames/sec.) taken during the two seconds before. By taking your finger from the shutter release just after the decisive moment has passed, you can be sure that you caught it. * Image size is fixed at N1728 (2M). * The consecutively shot images are recorded as a single MP file (a file format with multiple still images in a single file). ? With ultra-high-speed continuous shooting, the CX1 shoots 120 images (120 frames/sec.) during an interval of about one second after the shutter release button is pushed, or 120 images (60 frames/sec.) during an interval of about two seconds. * Image size is fixed at N640 (VGA). * The consecutively shot images are recorded as a single MP file (a file format with multiple still images in a single file). | 7. A 7.1x optical zoom lens (equivalent to 28-200 mm focal length for 35 mm cameras) in a body optimized for ease of use as a photographic tool. | ? Ricoh's original double retracting lens system has made it possible to fit a 7.1x optical wide-angle zoom lens in a body that is both easy to carry and easy to operate. ? This lens can handle a wide range of shooting situations, including powerful telephoto shots as well as wide-angle shooting of both expansive landscapes and interior scenes with limited distance between camera and subject. | 8.Popular macro photography functions. |
? With the macro photography functions you can get as close to the subject as 1 cm for wide-angle* and 25 cm for telephoto. *Equivalent to 32 mm focal length for 35 mm cameras ? When shooting up close in easy shooting mode, the camera will automatically switch to macro mode so you can enjoy macro photography without the inconvenience of mode switching. | 9. A wide range of functions inspired by the "A tool you will want to use every day" concept. Electronic level utilizing an acceleration sensor. | ? Electronic level utilizing an acceleration sensor. ? Image sensor shift blur reduction function to reduce hand-motion blurring. ? Face mode that automatically identifies subject faces and optimizes face focus, exposure, and white balance. ? Easy shooting mode for photographic fun with simple operations. ? Minimum shooting distance display function that shows on the monitor the minimum shooting distance, which changes depending on the zoom setting. ? Aspect ratio (vertical/horizontal ratio) 1:1 square format photography function. ? Image flag function to enable the quick display of specific images from among those in the camera. ? The ability to switch from frame to frame with the still image display remaining enlarged in playback mode. |
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