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alaTest.com
Editors' rating: 90
Summary: alaTest has collected and analyzed 194 reviews of RICOH Caplio GX100 from international magazines and websites. Experts rate this product 78/100 and users 90/100. Comparing these reviews to 540866 other Digital Compact Cameras reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 90/100 = Excellent.
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dpreview.com
Editors' rating: 80
Summary: You've got to admire Ricoh, one of the oldest names in the photo market, for taking the kind of risks bigger players aren't able - or willing - to take, producing niche products that are designed by people who obviously understand photography and the ...
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tech.co.uk
Editors' rating: 80
Summary: We wish there was a huge market for Ricoh's smart, sophisticated offering. The wide-angle lens is glorious, ease of use is almost perfect and images are great. Unfortunately, it's too expensive for amateurs and too slow for pros. Worth snapping up if ...
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techradar.com
Editors' rating: 80
Summary: There's no optical viewfinder but there is the (world's first) option to add a separate electronic viewfinder (£50) on the hotshoe. Our test unit didn't come with one but it promises data display and a folding action of up to 90 degrees for angled ...
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whatdigitalcamera.com
Editors' rating: 90
Summary: The thing that's disappointed us with most high-end compact cameras is the lack of Raw capture for the more demanding user. If you're spending £350-£400 on a compact - possibly to back up your DSLR - this is an important feature. The Ricoh GX100 has ...
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dpexpert.com.au
Summary: The Ricoh goes to the top of the list of cameras recommended for travellers to Europe. In fact this is a camera that would be handy in a photographer's kit alongside a single lens reflex for those occasions when a quick snap with an all-in-one is ...
CNET editors' buying advice
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Aperture-priority
Aperture-priority is an automated exposure mode that will allow the photographer to set the aperture, and the camera will then set the appropriate shutter speed based on the light meter reading. In this way, a photographer can control depth of field easily and create images with selective focus. This works well when you have a distracting or unattractive background that you want to keep out of focus, or just want to have more creative options in your images.
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Image stabilization (Anti-shake)
When using handheld cameras at slow shutter speeds, or with high optical zoom, image stabilization (aka anti-shake) will help with capturing sharper images. There are two types of image stabilization, optical and electronic. Electronic, or digital, stabilization works by shifting pixels within the image frame to interpolate sharpness. Optical sharpness is attained by physical movement within either the camera body or the lens element, which compensates for handheld shaking. Of the two, optical is generally considered more favorable by most photographers.
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CNET product brief
Description: The Ricoh Caplio GX100 is a 10-megapixel, prosumer camera.Compared to other prosumer digital cameras on the market, it is expensive at around $550.
Pros: Has a 10-megapixel resolution, which is somewhat higher than some similarly priced digital cameras.Weighing only 7.8 ounces without battery and media, this digital camera is rather light relative to its competitors.This camera also offers control of several exposure modes including manual, program, and aperture-priority mode.This model supports RAW picture files, which makes color adjustments in software much easier.
Cons: None noted, given available product data.
Suitability: Designed for serious photographers who want a lot of control over their shots.This camera has a hot shoe terminal which allows you to attach an external flash to accommodate poor lighting conditions.A recommended use, based on key features, is semi-professional photography.The largest recommended print size, estimated from the camera's resolution, is 12x16 or larger.
Value: Overall, this digital camera's price seems hard to justify, with respect to its features.
Suggestions: For more help in deciding if this is the best digital camera for you, visit the buying guide for digital cameras at CNET Reviews.
CNET's Product Briefs are generated by a software tool that combines product specifications with knowledge of our editorial experts. They do not reflect hands-on assessment or labs testing. For more information about how we create Product Briefs, contact us.
