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Ricoh R10 keeps it on the level

by Joshua Goldman
(Credit: Ricoh)

One of my legs is shorter than the other so I frequently find the pictures I take are a little crooked, unless, of course, I'm standing on a slight grade. The newly announced 10-megapixel Ricoh R10 would solve my problem (well, the cockeyed photos at least; not my legs) as it borrows a feature from 2007's GR DIGITALII and the GX200 launched this July--an electronic level indicator on the camera's 3.0-inch LCD. An acceleration sensor lets you know when you're tilting, so you can straighten out your shots before you click the shutter.

The R10 inherits its design cues from the currently available R8. Other features you'll find are a 7.1x optical wide-angle zoom lens (28-200mm in 35mm film-equivalent focal length), Ricoh's Smooth Imaging Engine III, and the ability to flag images to quickly recall them later.

No price was announced--or time frame for availability, for that matter--but if you're interested in getting one you'll be able to buy it in the U.S. from Adorama or PopFlash.Photo.

Press release and full specs.
Josh Goldman is a senior editor for CNET Reviews, covering digital cameras, camcorders, and related accoutrements. His ego is too big for this little box. E-mail Josh.
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