Ricoh Kr5 Instruction Manual

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Shooting Functions4
• When the capture mode is set to n (Stage Lighting), l (Night Snap) or Z 
(Night Scene HDR) of H (Scene) mode, or when the mode dial is set to C 
(Movie), the sensitivity is fixed to AUTO and cannot be changed.
• When the capture mode is set to K (Sensitivity Priority) or a (Manual), 
[AUTO Setting] is not displayed.
• The sensitivity range can be expanded to a range of ISO 100 to 25600 when 
[3. Expanded Sensitivity] in the [A Custom Setting 1] menu (p.89) is set to 
[On]. However, the minimum sensitivity is ISO 200 when [Highlight 
Correction] (p.207) is set to [On].
• Captured images may show more noise if a higher sensitivity is set. You can 
reduce image noise by setting [High-ISO NR] in the [ARec. Mode 2] menu. 
(p.100)
• You can select whether to set the sensitivity in increments of 1 EV or in 
accordance with the EV step setting for exposure (p.118). This can be set in 
[2. Sensitivity Steps] of the [ACustom Setting 1] menu (p.89).
Expanding the Dynamic Range
Dynamic range is the ratio that indicates the light level expressed by 
the CMOS sensor pixels from bright areas to dark areas. The larger 
it is, the better the whole range from dark to bright areas will appear 
in the picture.
By expanding the dynamic range, you can expand the light level 
expressed by the CMOS sensor pixels, making it more difficult for 
bright area to occur in the image.
To expand the dynamic range, make the settings in [D-Range 
Setting] of the [A Rec. Mode 3] menu. (p.207) 
						

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Shooting Functions4When shooting with a digital camera, image noise (image roughness or 
unevenness) becomes noticeable in the following situations.
- when shooting with a long exposure
- when shooting with a high sensitivity setting
- when the temperature of the CMOS sensor is high
You can reduce image noise by using Noise Reduction. However, images 
shot with Noise Reduction will take longer to save.
Reduces noise at high sensitivity (ISO) settings.
1Select [High-ISO NR] in the [A Rec. Mode 2] menu and 
press the four-way controller (5).
The [High-ISO NR] screen appears.
2Press the four-way controller (5) 
and use the four-way controller 
(23) to select [Auto], [Off], 
[Low], [Medium], [High] or 
[Custom].
3Press the 4 button.
If you select [Auto], [Off], [Low], [Medium] or [High], proceed to Step 7.
Reducing the Image Noise (Noise Reduction)
High-ISO NR
AutoApplies Noise Reduction at optimally calculated 
levels throughout ISO range. (default setting)
Off Does not apply Noise Reduction at any ISO setting.
Low/Medium/HighApplies Noise Reduction at constant chosen level 
throughout ISO range.
CustomApplies Noise Reduction at user-defined levels for 
each ISO setting.
High-ISO NR
Cancel OKOKMENU
Off
Low
Medium Auto
Custom High
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ISONRCUSTOM
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4Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Setting] and 
press the four-way controller (5).
The screen to set the noise reduction level according to the sensitivity 
appears.
5Use the four-way controller (23) 
to select a sensitivity value and 
use the four-way controller (45) 
to set the level of noise reduction 
which is applied to the selected 
sensitivity.
Turn the e-dial to display the [High-ISO 
NR 2] screen.
Press the | button to reset the settings.
The sensitivity values displayed vary according to the [1. EV Steps] and 
[2. Sensitivity Steps] settings made in the [A Custom Setting 1] menu 
(p.89).
6Press the 3 button.
The screen that was displayed in Step 2 appears again.
7Press the 3 button twice.
The camera is ready to take a picture.
MENU
100ISO200ISO400ISO
1600ISO3200ISO6400ISO
800ISO
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High-ISO NR
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Shooting Functions4Reduces noise during long exposures.
1Select [Slow Shutter Speed NR] in the [A Rec. Mode 2] 
menu and press the four-way controller (5).
2Use the four-way controller (23) 
to select [AUTO], [ON] or [OFF], 
and press the 4 button.
3Press the 3 button.
The camera is ready to take a picture.
Slow Shutter Speed NR
AUTODetermines conditions such as shutter speed, sensitivity, and 
internal temperature, and automatically applies Noise Reduction 
as necessary. (default setting)
ONApplies Noise Reduction when the exposure time is longer than 
1 second.
OFF Does not apply Noise Reduction.
• Processing may take a while when shooting with Slow Shutter Speed NR set 
to [ON]. Pictures cannot be taken while an image is being processed.
• When the Noise Reduction function is activated, [nr] blinks on the status 
screen and in the viewfinder where the aperture value is normally displayed, 
and a countdown of processing time is displayed where the shutter speed is 
normally displayed.
Cancel OKOKMENU
12
34
Cross Processing
Digital Filter
HDR Capture
Multi-exposure
OFFOFFOFFOFF
Interval Shooting
High-ISO NR
Slow Shutter Speed NR
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Shooting Functions4 This camera features the following five exposure modes. Use the mode 
dial to change the exposure mode. (p.91)
The settings available for each exposure mode are as follows.
(z: Available #: Restricted×: Not available)
*1 In [Green Button] of the [A Rec. Mode 4] menu, you can make the setting so that the 
shutter speed and/or aperture value can be changed by turning the e-dial. (p.105)
Changing the Exposure Mode
Exposure 
ModeDescriptionEV Com-
pensationChange 
Shutter 
SpeedChange 
Aperture 
ValueChange 
Sensi-
tivityPage
e
ProgramAutomatically sets 
the shutter speed 
and aperture value 
to obtain a proper 
exposure 
according to 
Program line when 
taking pictures.z# 
*1# *1zp.104
K
Sensitivity 
Priority
Automatically sets 
the shutter speed 
and aperture value 
to obtain a proper 
exposure 
according to the 
set sensitivity.z××Other 
than 
AUTOp.106
b
Shutter 
PriorityLets you set the 
desired shutter 
speed for 
expressing moving 
subjects.zz×zp.107
c
Aperture 
PriorityLets you set the 
aperture value for 
controlling the 
depth of field.z×zzp.108
a
ManualLets you set the 
shutter speed and 
aperture value to 
capture the picture 
with creative 
intent.×zzOther 
than 
AUTOp.110 
						

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Automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture value to obtain a proper 
exposure according to Program line when taking pictures.
You can also use the e-dial to change the shutter speed and aperture 
value while maintaining the proper exposure. (p.105)
1Set the mode dial to e.
2Turn the e-dial while pressing 
the mc button to adjust the 
exposure.
Using the e (Program) Mode
Using a Lens with an Aperture Ring
When using a lens with an aperture 
ring, set the aperture to the s (AUTO) 
position while holding down the auto-
lock button on the lens.
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The EV compensation value is 
displayed in the status screen and 
viewfinder.
• EV compensation value can be set in increments of 1/3 EV or 1/2 EV. Set the 
exposure steps in [1. EV Steps] of the [ACustom Setting 1] menu. (p.118)
• The proper exposure may not be obtained with the selected shutter speed 
and aperture value when the sensitivity is set to [Fixed Value] (p.98).
PAF.A
1/
ISO
ISOAUTO
125 5.6F
1 12 2+3-3AW B
12M[37]
200
JPEG
EV compensation value
E-dial in Program
You can set the function of the e-dial when 
turned in 
e mode. Set in [Green Button] of 
the [
A Rec. Mode 4] menu. (This 
operation is available only when [Green 
Button] is assigned to the 
| button.) 
(p.197)
If the 
| button is pressed after turning the 
e-dial, the camera returns to normal 
e 
mode.
P SHIFTAutomatically adjusts the shutter speed and aperture value to 
obtain a proper exposure (Program shift). (default setting)
bSets the shutter speed.
cSets the aperture value.
OFF Disables the e-dial operation when turned in e mode.
MENUOK
Tv
Av
OFFP SHIFT
OK Green Button
Action in M ModeGreen Button
E-dial in Program
Shifts combination of the
Cancel aperture and shutter speed
to obtain proper exposure 
						

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Shooting Functions4You can set the sensitivity to suit the brightness of the subject.
The shutter speed and aperture value are automatically set according to 
the selected sensitivity to obtain a proper exposure.
1Set the mode dial to K.
2Turn the e-dial to adjust the 
sensitivity.
The set values are displayed in the status 
screen and viewfinder.
Using the K (Sensitivity Priority) Mode
• You can set the sensitivity to a value equivalent to ISO 200 to 12800. [AUTO] 
is not available.
• Turn the e-dial while pressing the mc button to change the EV 
compensation value. (p.117) 
• The sensitivity can be set in increments of 1/3 EV or 1/2 EV. Set the exposure 
steps in [1. EV Steps] of the [ACustom Setting 1] menu. (p.118) 
AF.A
1/
ISO
ISO
30 4.5F
1 12 2+3-3AW B
12M[37]
200
JPEG
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Shooting Functions4 Lets you set the desired shutter speed for expressing moving subjects. 
When taking pictures of a fast moving subject, you can increase the 
shutter speed to make the subject look still or decrease the shutter speed 
to have the subject show movement.
The aperture value is automatically set to give a proper exposure 
depending on the shutter speed.
1Effect of Aperture and Shutter Speed (p.96)
1Set the mode dial to b.
2Turn the e-dial to adjust the 
shutter speed.
The shutter speed can be set within the 
range of 1/6000 to 30 seconds.
The set values are displayed in the status 
screen and viewfinder.
Using the b (Shutter Priority) Mode
TvAF.A
1/
ISO
ISOAUTO
125 5.6F
1 12 2+3-3AW B
12M[37]JPEG
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Set the aperture value for controlling the depth of field. The depth of field 
is deeper and the front and back of the focused object is clear when the 
aperture is set to a large value, a small lens opening. The depth of field is 
shallower and the front and back of the focused object is blurred when the 
aperture is set to a small value, large lens opening.
The shutter speed is automatically set to the proper exposure depending 
on the aperture value.
1Effect of Aperture and Shutter Speed (p.96)
1Set the mode dial to c.
• Turn the e-dial while pressing the mc button to change the EV 
compensation value. (p.117) 
• The shutter speed can be set in increments of 1/3 EV or 1/2 EV. Set the 
exposure steps in [1. EV Steps] of the [ACustom Setting 1] menu. (p.118) 
• The proper exposure may not be obtained with the selected shutter speed 
when the sensitivity is set to [Fixed Value] (
p.98).
Using the c (Aperture Priority) Mode
Exposure Warning
If the subject is too bright or too dark, 
the aperture value will blink in the status 
screen and viewfinder. If the subject is 
too bright, choose a faster shutter 
speed. If it is too dark, choose a slower shutter speed. When the 
aperture value indication stops blinking, you can take a picture with 
proper exposure.
Use a commercially available ND (Neutral Density) Filter if the subject 
is too bright. Use a flash if it is too dark.