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Ricoh PX - User Manual

Ricoh PX
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Camera User Guide
The serial number of this product
is given on the bottom face of the
camera.
Basic Operations
If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.
This section provides a basic overview of how to turn on the camera, take
pictures and play back pictures.
Advanced Operations
Read this section when you want to learn more about the different camera
functions.
This section provides more detailed information about the functions used to
take pictures and play back pictures, as well as information on how to customize
the camera settings, print pictures, and use the camera with a computer.
The rechargeable battery needs to be charged before use. The battery is not
charged at the time of purchase.

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers

  • J
    Joshua LopezNov 24, 2025
    What to do if my Ricoh Digital Camera does not shoot?
    • M
      Mary HerreraNov 24, 2025
      If your Ricoh Digital Camera is not shooting, consider the following possibilities: * The battery is exhausted: Charge the rechargeable battery. * The camera is not on: Press the POWER button to turn the camera on. * The camera is in playback mode: Press the 6 (Playback) button to select the shooting mode. * The shutter release button is not pressed all the way: Press the shutter release button all the way. * The SD memory card is not formatted: Format the card. * The SD memory card is full: Load a new card, or delete unwanted files. * The SD memory card has reached the end of its useful life: Load a new SD memory card. * The flash is charging: Wait until the flash mode symbol stops blinking. * The SD memory card is locked: Unlock the card. * The contact surface of the...
  • S
    stephanie23Aug 23, 2025
    Why is my Ricoh Digital Camera turning off during use?
    • P
      Penny LeeAug 25, 2025
      Your Ricoh Digital Camera may be turning off during use because: * The camera was left unattended and unused, so auto power off turned it off: Turn the camera back on. * The battery is exhausted: Charge the rechargeable battery. * An unacceptable battery is used: Use the dedicated rechargeable battery. Never use any other battery.
  • P
    Philip AllenAug 26, 2025
    Why does the flash not fire on my Ricoh Digital Camera?
    • W
      wdiazAug 27, 2025
      The flash on your Ricoh Digital Camera might not be firing because: * The flash is disabled: when [Fireworks], [Landscape], or [Pets] is selected in premium shot mode, during movie recording, and during continuous shooting. To shoot with the flash, change the settings or mode. * The flash is set to [OFF]: Select [ON] or [AUTO]. * The battery is exhausted: Charge the rechargeable battery.
  • B
    Bailey SanchezAug 27, 2025
    How to fix blurred pictures on Ricoh Digital Camera?
    • T
      tracybaldwinAug 27, 2025
      If your pictures are blurred on your Ricoh Digital Camera: * You moved the camera when pressing the shutter release button: Hold camera in both hands with your elbows pressed lightly against your torso. Use a tripod. Use the camera shake correction function. * When shooting in a dark place (such as indoors), the shutter speed slows down and pictures become easily blurred: Use the flash. Raise the ISO setting. Use the camera shake correction function.
  • R
    rosspatriciaAug 28, 2025
    Why is my Ricoh Digital Camera unable to focus?
    • K
      kevin92Aug 28, 2025
      If your Ricoh Digital Camera is unable to focus, it might be because: * The lens is dirty: Wipe clean with a soft, dry cloth. * The subject is not in the center of the shooting range: Shoot with focus lock. * It is a hard-to-focus subject: Shoot with focus lock.
  • A
    Amy GreeneSep 16, 2025
    What does 'Insufficient memory. Continue?' mean on Ricoh Digital Camera?
    • H
      hnelsonSep 16, 2025
      Memory insufficient to copy all files. Use another card.
  • R
    Ryan GeorgeSep 14, 2025
    Why images do not appear on Ricoh Digital Camera display?
    • A
      Alyssa EllisSep 14, 2025
      If images do not appear on the picture display of your Ricoh Digital Camera, it's possible that the camera is not on, or the picture display is dark. Turn the camera on, or adjust the brightness of the picture display.
  • B
    Brandon GeorgeSep 15, 2025
    What does 'Unmatched File' mean on Ricoh Digital Camera?
    • C
      Christopher RobertsSep 15, 2025
      Check the file contents on your computer, and then delete the file.
  • K
    kevinvaldezSep 6, 2025
    What does 'Format internal memory' mean on Ricoh Digital Camera?
    • A
      Ashley HaleSep 6, 2025
      The internal memory requires formatting. Format the internal memory.
  • R
    Roger Mack DDSSep 4, 2025
    Why does my Ricoh Digital Camera lack natural color?
    • R
      Robert PittsSep 4, 2025
      If your Ricoh Digital Camera image lacks natural color, it may be because the picture was shot in conditions that made it difficult for auto white balance to adjust the white balance. Add a white object to the composition, or use a white balance setting other than auto.

Summary

Preface

Manual Usage Guidance

Includes safety, test shooting, copyright, warranty, and radio interference information.

Safety Precautions

Warning Symbols and Precautions

Explains warning symbols and lists general safety precautions for equipment use.

Using the Manuals

Manual Descriptions and Support

Details the camera and software guides, plus customer support contacts.

Basic Operations

Packing List and Camera Parts

Lists package contents and identifies camera parts.

Picture Display Overview

Details the display elements when shooting pictures.

Movie Mode Display

Explains the display elements during movie recording.

Playback Image Display

Shows and explains display elements during image playback.

Getting Ready: Battery and Card

Instructions for loading the rechargeable battery and SD memory card.

Battery and Memory Card Handling

Cautions for handling batteries and memory cards, including SDXC compatibility.

Eye-Fi Card Usage and Protection

Information on Eye-Fi cards and how to protect images from deletion.

Charging the Rechargeable Battery

Steps for charging the battery before use.

Turning the Power On;Off

How to turn the camera on and off in shooting and playback modes.

Basic Setup: Language and Date;Time

Initial setup for camera language and date/time settings.

Focusing and Taking Pictures (Normal Mode)

Step-by-step guide to holding the camera and taking photos.

Shooting Close-Ups (Macro)

Tips for taking close-up shots in normal mode.

Using the Zoom Function

How to use optical, super resolution, and digital zoom.

Using the Flash

How to select flash modes and understand flash charging.

Using the Self-timer

Explains the ten-second, two-second, and group self-timers.

Exposure Compensation

How to adjust exposure to make subjects brighter or darker.

Viewing Your Images

How to view images on the display and navigate between them.

Thumbnail View Options

Options for viewing multiple images: single, 20, 81 frames, and calendar.

Calendar View Navigation

How to view images by date using the calendar interface.

Rating Pictures

How to assign star ratings to pictures.

Viewing Favorites

How to view pictures that have been marked as favorites.

Enlarging Images

How to zoom in on photographs to view details.

Deleting Files: Single and Multiple

Methods for deleting single files and multiple files from the camera.

Using the Camera Menus

How to access and navigate the camera's quick shooting and playback menus.

Advanced Operations

Matching Settings to the Scene

Guides on selecting scene modes like cooking, portrait, landscape, etc.

Shooting and Viewing Movies

Instructions for recording and playing back video clips.

More on Photography

Details on focus, preventing blur, and modifying color settings.

More on Playback

Covers hiding images, creating copies, protecting, and re-ordering favorites.

The Shooting Menu

Explains various shooting options and settings within the camera menu.

The Playback Menu

Options for managing existing pictures, including privacy and slideshows.

The Setup Menu

Basic camera settings like language, date, and display adjustments.

Direct Printing

Instructions for printing images directly from the camera to a printer.

Downloading Images to Your Computer

Steps for transferring photos from the camera to a PC or Mac.

Appendices

Contains troubleshooting, specifications, and other reference information.

Ricoh PX Specifications

General IconGeneral
Megapixel16 MP
Camera typeCompact camera
Sensor typeCCD
Image stabilizerYes
Total megapixels16.4 MP
Image sensor size1/2.3 \
Maximum image resolution4608 x 3456 pixels
Still image resolution(s)640 x 480, 1280 x 960, 2304 x 1728, 2592 x 1944, 3456 x 3456, 3648 x 2736, 4608 x 2592, 4608 x 3072, 4608 x 3456
Optical zoom5 x
Combined zoom7.2 x
Focal length range5 - 25 mm
Maximum aperture number5.4
Minimum aperture number3.9
Lens structure (elements/groups)13/10
Maximum focal length (35mm film equiv)140 mm
Minimum focal length (35mm film equiv)28 mm
Focus adjustmentAuto
Auto focusing (AF) modesmulti point auto focus, spot auto focus
Light meteringCentre-weighted, Spot
ISO sensitivity100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, Auto
Light exposure modesManual
ISO sensitivity (max)3200
ISO sensitivity (min)100
Light exposure controlProgram AE
Light exposure correction± 2EV (1/3EV step)
Flash modesAuto, Flash off, Flash on, Red-eye reduction
Flash range (tele)0.5 - 3 m
Flash range (wide)0.2 - 3.5 m
Power source typeBattery
Scene modesBeach, Fireworks, Night portrait, Party (indoor), Portrait, Snow, Sports, Landscape (scenery)
Image editingCrop, Resizing
Photo effectsBlack&White, Sepia
White balanceAuto, Cloudy, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Manual
Shooting modesManual, Movie, Program, Scene
Camera playbackSlide show
Self-timer delay2, 10 s
Camera file systemDPOF 1.1, Exif 2.3
Video resolutions640 x 480, 1280 x 720 pixels
Video formats supportedAVI
Maximum video resolution1280 x 720 pixels
Analog signal format systemNTSC, PAL
Internal memory40 MB
Compatible memory cardsSD, SDHC
Maximum memory card size32 GB
Display diagonal2.7 \
Display resolution (numeric)230000 pixels
PictBridge-
USB version2.0
USB connectorMini-USB B
Product colorBlack
Battery typeDB-100
Battery life (CIPA standard)300 shots
Operating temperature (T-T)0 - 40 °C
Fastest camera shutter speed1/2000 s
Slowest camera shutter speed8 s
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth21.3 mm
Width100 mm
Height55 mm
Weight136 g
Weight (including battery)156 g

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