Successor model to the GR DIGITAL, which proved very popular in the two years following its October 2005 launch, the compact GR DIGITAL II achieves a level of image quality capable of satisfying professional photographers, experienced amateurs, and photo aficionados. Ricoh's function-enhancing firmware updates are developed in response to opinions and requests received from a large number of customers via GR BLOG, surveys submitted at customer registration time, etc. They make it possible to update already purchased GR DIGITAL II cameras with the latest functions.RICOH's GR DIGITAL has evolved to let you pursue your own ideals. Now comes the GR DIGITAL II. Boasting its forebears' superior imagery and sharpness that only the Ricoh GR Lens can provide yet achieving even higher image quality. In an amazingly compact, slim body - robustly constructed of lightweight diecast magnesium - the GR DIGITAL II encompasses enhanced expressive capability and adds new functions, along with improved operability that responds almost instantaneously to your commands. It's the kind of camera that urges you to use it, time and time again.
Fusion of superb optical technology and mechanical engineering :
The brightness of a F2.4 aperture and various aberration compensation. The superb optical performance of the GR Lens is achieved by a 5-group, 6 element lens that incorporates 3-groups with 2 aspherical elements and high-precision assembly techniques for sharper images in a more compact size. Use of high quality optical glass and special lens polishing and multi-coating technologies ensure natural colour renditions, overall sharpness and excellent contrast characteristics. The design of an original "retracting lens system" allows for the lens to draw level into a thin, 25mm camera body. In the course of the lens retracting a portion of the optical system withdraws from atop of the optical axis, thereby realizing extreme high-precision and control of the lens unit - a successful merger of exceptional optical performance within a slim body form you can carry with you anywhere.
Advanced image engine GR ENGINE II with reduced noise :
Along with the GR Lens, another source of the high picture quality is the GR Engine. Continuing with the sharp definition, natural noise reduction and faithful color reproduction of its predecessor model, the GR Digital II incorporates a new GR Engine II that boasts further advancements, like significant improvements in noise processing capabilities at high sensitivity settings. This ensures you can shoot at high sensitivity settings without concerns over loss of definition or chroma levels, thus expanding the range of shooting versatility. In addition to ISO 80-1600 sensitivity, a new AUTO-HI setting is provided.
User-selectable noise reduction function :
In scenes where noise is likely to be a problem, GR DIGITAL II gives you the option of activating image noise reduction processing. When you want to enhance expression of tightly shaded areas or take time exposures, this ensures excellent resolution, tone characteristics and color saturation while achieving dramatic reduction in noise.
Macro photography :
Macro enables shooting from a distance of just 1.5cm from the subject. Since the AF target can be moved up or down and to the left or right, the macro focus will function smoothly even while the camera is set on a tripod.
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