Typical price: £180
What is it: Feature-rich 10-megapixel snapper with 7x zoom
What we think: Style? Check. Features? Check. Spectacular image quality? Not quite
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 8 December 2008
Tags: Ricoh, Ricoh R10, resolution, face detection, exposure compensation
We like:
Loads of features; highly adjustable; retro styling
We don't like:
Noise issues; not very fast
CNET UK judgement:
Smart, retro styling? Check. Feature list as long as your arm? Check. Decent image quality? Sadly not. Obtrusive noise and average performance speed let the Ricoh R10 down. Still, the camera's versatility give you a headstart over its failings
Full review:
We're not sure why Ricoh has gone straight from the R8 to the R10, but we're still glad to see the latest incarnation of this classy compact line. The 10-megapixel R10 is available now for £180. Continue Reading...
Ricoh R10 History
13 Nov 2008 in Crave
Hands-on with the Ricoh R10: None more black
The Ricoh R10 is the new black, a camera so swathed in jet shades it would depress Batman. Still, the 7x zoom, wide angle lens and giant screen would cheer anyone up
23 Sep 2008 in Crave
Ricoh R10: Wide-angle compact bears down on UK
The Ricoh R10 has been sighted crossing the ocean to Blighty, bringing its wide-angle lens and electronic level, and hopefully breathing fire
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