The CX1 features the highly evolved image processing engine Smooth Imaging Engine IV together with a CMOS sensor that enables high-speed image processing. For maximum enhancement of image beauty, the CX1 has the imaging power to brilliantly isolate one instant in time, and for high-sensitivity shooting it achieves noise reduction without compromising sharp resolution or color reproduction.
f=28mm, 1/1520sec, F5, ISO100, EV-1.0, WB:Multi-pattern AUTO
Suppress whiteout to recreate the beauty the eye sees.
Pixel output interpolation algorithm
Resident on a customized circuit of the image processing engine, the pixel output interpolation algorithm minimizes whiteout in high-contrast situations, thereby enabling you to faithfully capture the excitement seen by your eyes. In places where gradations have been lost because of whiteout, interpolation techniques are used to calculate pixel values from the surrounding pixels. As a result, the CX1 expands dynamic range by up to +1 EV compared to conventional methods.
An amazing transformation for people photography. Multi-pattern auto white balance
For scenes with both sunlight and shadow 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 new capability is very powerful for people photography in scenes which could not be adequately handled by past auto white balance functions, which used an average setting for the entire image.
WB:AUTO
Optimum WB for background. Subject has bluish tint.
WB:Multi-pattern AUTO
Optimum WB for both subject and background.
Powerful lens in a compact body.
28-200 mm 7.1x optical zoom
Ricoh's original (Double Retracting Lens System*) has made it possible to fit a 7.1x optical wide-angle zoom lens in a compact body that is both easy to carry and easy to operate. The 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.
* Original Ricoh technology in which the lens can fit in a small space because part of it swings in a pendulum-like movement.
Ability to handle a wide range of shooting situations. 28 mm wide-angle to 200 mm telephoto
Shooting at 28 mm wide-angle enables you to emphasize image breadth and depth. Telephoto shooting at 200 mm will bring far-away subjects up close and prominent while blurring the background. The 28-200 mm 7.1x optical zoom handles a wide variety of shooting situations. The intuitive operability of the CX1 is further enhanced by the ability to vary zoom speed with the zoom lever.
28mm
200mm
Zoom position easily selected.
Step zoom and auto resize zoom
The step zoom function enables you to fix the optical zoom focal length at seven steps (28 mm, 35 mm, 50 mm, 85 mm, 105 mm, 135 mm, and 200 mm equivalent). For a zoom range beyond the 7.1x optical zoom (200 mm), the auto resize zoom takes you to a maximum of 38.6x (1,080 mm equivalent)* in five steps (recorded image resized to 7M, 5M, 3M, 1M, VGA). From the wide zoom range available, you can easily select the zoom position best for the shot you want to take.
* Image size VGA (recorded pixels: 640x480)
Reality: Every scene as you envision it
Decisive reduction of overexposure/underexposure.
Dynamic range double shot mode
It can be difficult to photograph scenes in which the level of brightness varies greatly. With dynamic range double shot mode, the CX1 shoots, consecutively at high speed, two still images with different exposures, and then it records an image that combines the properly exposed portions of each. Expanding the dynamic range up to a maximum equivalent to 12 EV makes it possible to record images that give an almost naked-eye impression.
*Compared to other modes, the shooting time is relatively long, so care should be taken to prevent hand-motion blur.
Don't miss the decisive moment.
Enhanced high-speed continuous shooting functions
“Isn’t that beautiful!” The decisive moment echoes in the heart but it will not wait. With the advanced continuous shooting (4 to 120 frames per second) made possible by the new CMOS sensor, you won’t miss the moment.
Smooth continuous shooting.
High-speed continuous shooting of approx. 4 frames/sec. at maximum pixels.
In continuous shooting mode, it is possible to do high-speed continuous shooting of still images while the shutter release button is pressed. Images with the maximum number of pixels can be recorded at a speed of approximately 4 frames/second.
* Continuous shooting speed will vary depending on shooting conditions, card type, card condition, etc.
Don't miss your target.
M continuous shooting plus
This function does continuous shooting, saving 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. The CX1 will not miss your decisive moment.
* Image size fixed at N1728 (2M).
* The continuously shot still images are recorded together as a single MP file. With MP file images recorded by the CX1, a selected frame can be extracted and saved as an individual JPEG image within the camera.
Continuous shooting at overwhelming speed.
120 frame/sec. ultra-high-speed continuous shooting
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 fixed at N640 (VGA).
* The continuously shot still images are recorded together as a single MP file. With MP file images recorded by the CX1, a selected frame can be extracted and saved as an individual JPEG image within the camera.
* Using the enclosed software “Irodio Photo & Video Studio”, MP files can be displayed on a PC (Macintosh not supported). There are plans to release software enabling display on Macintosh computers (supported OS: Mac OS 10.4 to 10.5.5) at the end of March 2009.
High-speed auto focus (AF)
quickly focuses in on the subject
Through the use of a more advanced AF algorithm, the CX1 achieves a major increase in AF speed over the previous model. With the CX1's rapid response, you won't miss the decisive moment of a moving subject.
* Values determined using Ricoh's measurement conditions
A different world with macro shooting at 1 cm. Macro shooting functions
Taking close-up photographs of subjects such as flowers and insects reveals a different world that usually goes unnoticed. Getting as close as 1 cm for wide-angle* and 25 cm for telephoto*, you can enjoy shooting powerful images that are only possible with macro.
* 32 mm equivalent for wide-angle and 200 mm equivalent for telephoto.
1cm macro
25cm tele macro
See how close you can get.
Minimum shooting distance display on monitor
The minimum shooting distance, which changes depending on the zoom setting, can now be displayed on the monitor.
Support for shooting creativity.
AE/AF target shift functions
In both normal and macro shooting, the AE (exposure) and AF (focus) targets can be shifted alone or together to any position on the screen. This enables you to take the desired shot by changing focus and exposure settings without moving the camera, even if it is fixed to a tripod.
Four bracketing functions to capture varied images in a single shot.
Focus bracketing
This function does automatic continuous shooting of five images while changing the focus position by specified intervals. The focus position intervals can be specified as (Wide)or (Narrow).
Color bracketing, auto bracketing, white balance bracketing
The CX1 has extensive bracketing functions for automatic shooting of multiple images while changing the shooting settings. With color bracketing, in addition to the regular color image, you can enjoy the play of light and shadow in a black and while image and the nostalgic feel of a sepia tone image. There is also auto bracketing, which changes the exposure, and white balance bracketing, which changes the white balance. Use them for your own creative shooting.
Shoot seven images with different focal distances.
Multi-target AF
Multi-target AF does high-speed consecutive shooting of seven images with different focal distances determined by the camera. It is effective for scenes (such as flowers) where there is a narrow range for a sharp focus. The camera automatically decides the seven focus points and does the 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.
* The continuously shot still images are recorded together as a single MP file. With MP file images recorded by the CX1, a selected frame can be extracted and saved as an individual JPEG image within the camera.
* Simulated image
(1) The camera automatically finds seven focus points on the image.
(2) High-speed consecutive shooting of seven images is done while shifting the focus point.
(3) The image with the preferred focus can be selected from among the seven.
* The continuously shot still images are recorded together as a single MP file. With MP file images recorded by the CX1, a selected frame can be extracted and saved as an individual JPEG image within the camera.
* Using the enclosed software “Irodio Photo & Video Studio”, MP files can be displayed on a PC (Macintosh not supported). There are plans to release software enabling display on Macintosh computers (supported OS: Mac OS 10.4 to 10.5.5) at the end of March 2009.
Express yourself in a slightly different flavor.
Aspect ratio 1:1 square format photography mode
Convenient for blog photographs, aspect ratio 1:1 square format photography mode lets you try a different mode of expression with a square format like that used by medium format cameras.
f=32mm, 1/73sec, F3.6, ISO100, EV+1.3, WB:Multi-pattern AUTO
Quickly display desired images.
Image flag function
You can flag up to three files that you want to be able to display immediately. By flagging images such as maps and timetables in advance, you can readily display them as reference information by using the Fn (function) button in playback.
Correct brightness and contrast in the camera.
Level compensation
The brightness and contrast of still images can be automatically or manually corrected in the camera without using a PC. With manual correction, the histogram can be finely adjusted until the image faithfully reflects the photographer's intentions.
Correction can be done by moving the position of the points under the histogram.
Before level compensation
After brightness and contrast were changed in level compensation
Correct the color tone of still images in the camera.
White balance compensation
Whether you want to reproduce the subject's color tone or change it, you can adjust green, magenta, blue, and amber color tones to match your intentions and preferences.
Correction can be done by moving the position of the point on the white balance compensation map.
Still images in the camera can be enlarged and trimmed.
(Trimming)
In playback the camera automatically rotates images shot vertically.
(Auto rotation of playback images)
Simple operation with only frequently used functions.
Easy shooting mode
The shooting menu shows only "Pic Quality/Size" so operations are simplified, and there is less worry of errors. This can be helpful when asking others to take your picture. Also, switching to easy shooting mode returns the camera to default settings, enabling you to shoot instantly without having to think about what the current settings are.
With easy shooting mode, no mistakes and no confusion.
[Main settings]
Flash (Auto)
ISO Setting (Auto-Hi*)
Camera Shake Correction (ON)
* ISO sensitivity upper limit is 400.
Macro mode automatic switching.
When shooting a subject at close distance, the camera will automatically switch to macro mode so you can enjoy macro photography without the inconvenience of mode switching.
* The wide-angle (28 mm equivalent) minimum shooting distance is 3 cm.
Convenient for people photography in backlight.
Backlight compensation function
The backlight compensation function helps avoid problems in situations where the main subject ends up being too dark, such as when shooting people or other subjects in front of a bright background. When shooting in easy shooting mode, this function can be turned ON/OFF with the Fn button.
Blur reduction of both hand motion and subject motion.
Blur reduction functions
The image sensor shift blur reduction function reduces the hand-motion blurring that tends to occur in situations such as telephoto and macro shooting. When blurring is detected, the CMOS sensor automatically compensates by shifting in a direction that eliminates the blur. For lowlight scenes (indoors, twilight, etc.), subject blurring can be reduced using auto high sensitivity, which enables fasters shutter speeds by raising the maximum ISO sensitivity level. These functions can help you to capture the ambiance of the scene as you see it.
* Blur reduction functions are not guaranteed to work in all photographic conditions
Quick and accurate camera leveling.
Electronic level
Using the level sound and the level indicator shown on the picture display, you can confirm that the image is level. This is convenient when shooting landscapes, buildings, and other subjects where tilting can be a problem.
The large, high-resolution LCD monitor has a wide viewing angle and high contrast, two features that can be very convenient both during shooting and playback. The screen has a fluorine coat to prevent soiling, a hard coat to prevent scratches, and an anti-reflection coat. With excellent visibility even outdoors, it provides a comfortable shooting environment.
* Simulated image
The 81-image display function
Histogram and Detailed Information Display
The 81-image display function is useful when checking images during playback.
The histogram and detail information display function makes it easy to check shooting data.
Shooting Information Display Frame
The "Today's Shots" display function
The shooting information display frame function displays shooting information without superimposing it over the image itself.
The "Today's Shots" display function displays the number of pictures taken that day even while the camera's power is off.
Four frequently used functions from the shooting menu, such as exposure compensation, white balance, and ISO sensitivity, can be assigned to the ADJ./OK button. This makes it possible to quickly access the assigned functions and easily change settings while shooting.
Enjoy shooting just the way you want.
Fn (function) button
If you set a function such as AE lock, step zoom, or backlight compensation in advance, you can switch to that function by just pushing the Fn (function) button. This will enable you to respond quickly to sudden shutter chances.
If you set your most frequently used functions in My Settings mode, you can immediately call up the "custom spec" settings by just turning the mode dial. Making full use of My Settings mode will insure that you do not miss your own decisive moments.
Using “My Settings”!
Two groups of settings can be registered as “My Settings.” You can then immediately call up those settings by moving the mode dial to MY1 or MY2.
My Settings pattern (1)
Settings for shooting product photos for net auction use:
Pic Quality/Size N640, macro mode, focal length 50 mm,
flash off
My Settings pattern (2)
Settings for black and white photos for blog use:
Pic Quality/Size F1:1, B&W, flash off
CX1 Major 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. 1.0 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), Center 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)
USB 2.0 (High-Speed USB) Mini-B, Mass storage compatible*9 / AV Out 1.0Vp-p (75Ω)
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
*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.
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.
*
An Irodio Photo & Video Studio software update that improves operability for MP file playback is available from the webpage of Pixela Co., Ltd.
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
1x Ricoh CX1 Black Digital Camera
1x Wrist Strap
1x AV Cable
1x USB Cable
1x Lithium-ion Rechargeable Battery
1x Battery Charger
1x Software CD
1-Year Warranty in Australia
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Ricoh CX1 Black Digital Camera ( Code: DC-RIC-CX1K )
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