MIrai Ricoh - User Manual

Ricoh Mirai
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From Nicholas Jones
Olympus AZ-4 I have found the Ricoh Mirai and the Olympus AZ-4 identical except for the following:
The AZ-4 has no remote control socket
The AZ-4 uses 2xCR123 batteries, not one lithium and not 4xAAA
The AZ-4 does not have bulb mode; the bulb mode button instead allowsdouble exposure

Summary

Preparing to Shoot

Inserting Battery

Instructions for inserting batteries into the camera.

Turning the camera ON

Guide to powering up the camera and its modes.

Monitoring Battery Condition

How to check and interpret battery status symbols.

Loading the Film

Step-by-step process for loading film into the camera.

Setting the Film Speed

Explanation of DX-coded and non-DX film speed settings.

Viewfinder Indicators

Detailed explanation of symbols and information in the viewfinder.

LCD Data Panel

Understanding the information displayed on the camera's LCD.

How to Hold Your Camera

Techniques for holding the camera for stability and comfort.

Basic Steps

Turning the Camera ON for Fully Automatic Operation

Activating the camera for point-and-shoot automatic use.

Zooming the Lens

How to adjust the focal length of the built-in zoom lens.

Auto Focusing

Process and indicators for achieving sharp focus.

Shooting

How to take a picture and manage shutter speed in low light.

Rewinding the Film

Instructions for automatic and manual film rewinding.

Making the Most of Your Camera

Auto Focus Techniques

Tips for improving auto focus performance in challenging conditions.

Pre-Focus Shooting

Methods for focusing on subjects outside the AF frame.

Manual (Power) Focus

How to use manual focus when auto focus is insufficient.

Macro Setting

Instructions for close-up photography.

Continuous Shooting Mode

How to use single-shot and continuous shooting modes.

Metering Modes

Explanation of ABLC and Center-weighted Average metering.

Understanding Programmed AE

How the camera automatically sets exposure.

Auto Program Shift

Using different auto exposure programs based on focal length.

Manual Program Shift

Modifying preset programs for specific shooting needs.

AE Lock

How to lock exposure for backlit or high-contrast scenes.

Exposure Compensation

Adjusting exposure for creative effects or difficult lighting.

Bulb (long exposure) Photography

Guide to using the Bulb mode for night scenes.

Remote Control Socket

Using an electronic cable release for remote shooting.

Flash Photography

Using the built-in flash for various lighting conditions.

Daylight Fill-In Flash

Using fill-in flash for backlit subjects.

Flash Photography with Speedlite SL-301 M

Using an external flash unit for advanced lighting control.

Caring for Your Camera

Help! (Troubleshooting Guide)

Accessories

DATA BACK DB-5 M

Optional data back for imprinting date and time on film.

SPEEDLITE SL-301 M

External flash unit for advanced lighting control.

TELE CONVERTER TO 200 M

Accessory to increase lens magnification to 200mm.

PROTECTION FINER MC UV

UV filter to protect the lens from damage and UV rays.

GRIP BELT GM

Accessory to improve camera holding stability.

Appendix (Charts Diagrams)

Major Specifications

MIrai Ricoh Specifications

General

Type	Digital Camera
Sensor Type	CCD
Shutter Speed	1/2000 sec to 8 sec
ISO Sensitivity	Auto, ISO 100, ISO 200, ISO 400
Storage Media	SD card