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Fifth function-enhancing firmware update takes your GXR to the next level of evolution.

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In response to a large number of requests from our users, function-enhancing firmware has been made available for download from the Ricoh homepage from May 2010.

Ricoh's function-enhancing firmware updates are developed in response to opinions and requests received from a large number of customers via surveys submitted at customer registration time. These updates enable customers who already own a GXR to update their firmware to include the latest functions, thus making it possible for them to enhance the performance and usability of their cameras by adding new function and setting possibilities.
The firmware updates can be downloaded by clicking the "Download" button at the bottom of this page.

※This function-enhancing firmware update version is Ver.1.50. Check your current firmware version before updating. For details on how to check your current firmware version and how to update the firmware, please read this PDF manual.

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Function-enhancing firmware Ver.1.50

March 15, 2012

Enhanced functions for all camera units

AE/AF target shift in scene mode

The photographer can now use AE/AF target shift even when shooting in scene modes such as high contrast B&W, soft focus and cross process. (AE/AF target shift cannot be used in portrait, sports, landscape, nightscape, miniaturize and toy camera modes.)

ISO sensitivity setting step switching available

The setting steps 1EV and 1/3EV can now be selected. When 1/3EV is selected, ISO settings are available at a greater level of detail than before.

ISO bracketing function added

By pressing the shutter release button once, images can be shot with a selection of three ISO sensitivity settings.

Interval shooting function expanded

A two-second setting is available to minimize shooting time between intervals. It is also possible to specify the maximum number of pictures to be shot.

When manual mode is selected, ISO Auto and Auto-Hi is now available.

A new function maintains the same shooting settings.

By keeping the shutter release button pressed halfway after taking a picture, the photographer can continue to shoot with the same settings (focus, exposure, white balance, etc.).

Sleep and auto power off time setting functions can now be set in one-minute units.

Ability to record only the RAW image.

The function for recording a JPEG image simultaneously with the RAW image has been expanded so that it is now possible to record only the RAW image. This is suitable for a work flow based on the premise that image finishing is to be done on a PC after shooting. Since a JPEG file is not simultaneously recorded, this option is also useful when the photographer wants to increase the number of images which can be recorded on the memory card or wants to optimize camera response time.

Copyright information can be entered in the Exif information.

Copyright information such as the photographer’s name can be entered and written to the image Exif data. The recorded information can be checked on the playback screen detailed information display.

Firmware version upgrades can now be done from the menu.

Enhanced function only for the GR LENS A12 28mm, GR LENS A12 50mm, RICOH LENS S10 24-72mm, and RICOH LENS P10 28-300mm camera units

Function added for saving My Settings on an SD card.

My Settings records shooting settings for future use. The My Settings information can now be saved not only in the camera body but also on an SD card. This expands the world of photo expression by enabling GXR users to exchange their shooting settings.

Enhanced function only for the RICOH LENS S10 24-72mm and RICOH LENS P10 28-300mm camera units

Bulb and time can now be selected.

B (bulb) and T (time) can now be selected as the shutter speed in manual exposure mode. With “B,” the exposure continues while the shutter release button is pressed down, and with “T,” the shutter release button is pressed to start and end the exposure. For both, the exposure is forcibly ended when 180 seconds have elapsed.
(In the case of RICOH LENS P10 28-300mm only, when 30 seconds have elapsed, shooting is forcibly ended.)

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Function-enhancing firmware Ver.1.40

August 30, 2011

Enhanced functions for all camera units

Greater focusing precision now possible.

In order to increase the precision of manual focusing, the focus assist function has been added. Two modes can be selected, with the focus being checked by strengthening outlines or contrast.
It is possible to magnify the image while shooting to make it easier to focus. In addition to magnifying the central part of the image, it is possible to display the magnified area across the entire screen. The image quality for 4x and 8x magnification has also been further enhanced, and the area to be magnified can be moved with the directional pad.
A setting can be made to automatically eliminate the display magnification after the picture is taken.

Aspect ratio choices added for auto resize zoom.

Auto resize zoom can now be used with aspect ratios 1:1, 3:2, and 16:9.

Flash firing now possible when making the white balance manual setting.

When setting the white balance manually in the actual shooting environment, it is now possible to make the setting while firing the flash.

When making ISO AUTO-HI settings, it is now possible to define the shutter speed for changing ISO sensitivity at the same time as specifying the ISO maximum sensitivity.

The electronic level can now be displayed when shooting with the self-timer.

For the vignetting setting for shooting with the cross process and toy camera options, it is now possible to select from the weak, strong, and off settings. When the firmware update is done, the vignetting setting is initialized as shown below.

Cross process: Off
Toy camera: Weak

ISO sensitivity settings are now more detailed.

In addition to the previous settings, it is now possible to select ISO-LO*, ISO 250, ISO 320, ISO 500, ISO 640, ISO 1000, ISO 1250, ISO 2000, and ISO 2500.
*This added setting is only for the GR LENS A12 28mm and GR LENS A12 50mm camera units

Enhanced functions only for the GR LENS A12 28mm and GR LENS A12 50mm camera units

Bulb and time can now be selected.

B (bulb) and T (time) can now be selected as the shutter speed in manual exposure mode. With “B,” the exposure continues while the shutter release button is pressed, and with “T,” the shutter release button is pressed to start and end the exposure. For both, the exposure is forcibly ended when 180 seconds have elapsed.

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Function-enhancing firmware Ver.1.33

March 28, 2011

Addition of the "Scene Mode" for photographic expression with a difference

The addition of the new "Scene Mode" provides 5 types of mode to expand your photographic expression. Choose from "Soft Focus", "Cross Process", "Toy Camera", "Miniaturize", and "High Contrast Monochrome". Simply press the shutter release to take a truly unique shot.

Addition of "Target Follow Function" to AE/AF target movement function

The "Target follow function" is added to the target movement function that locks the exposure or focus on a specific part of the photographic subject. When the camera follows the subject, this function automatically continues to adjust to the target position, so that the subject is in focus at precisely the moment you want to shoot.

"Reset/Cancel" function added for AE/AF target move

By pressing the cancel button during AE/AF target move, the image monitor returns to the central position. When the cancel button is pressed again, the target move mode is cancelled.

"Magnified playback function" added that magnifies the center of the target moved position

When magnifying the playback screen, the center of the position moved to as the AE/AF target can be the center of the magnification.

Exposure correction and white balance can be assigned to the zoom button.

In the key custom settings, exposure correction or white balance functions can be assigned to the zoom button.
(Enhanced function only for the GR LENS A12 28mm/GR LENS A12 50mm camera unit)

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Function-enhancing firmware Ver.1.29

October 29, 2010

Addition of "Screen Magnification Position Movement" when shooting

The magnification position of the shooting screen display can now be moved together with the AF/AE target movement or macro target movement. Supported in both auto focus and manual focus modes. (Macro target movement is only supported on units equipped with macro mode.)

Addition of 3 handy magnification ratios for the focus check function

You can select the magnification ratio from 2:1, 4:1, and 8:1 in the shooting screen.
Additionally, you can register the magnification function to the Fn1 or Fn2 key.

Addition of "spot AF, macro AF area selection"

You can choose from normal or pinpoint AF area size when Spot AF is selected or when shooting in macro mode. (Only spot AF is available when GR LENS A12 50mm F2.5 MACRO is used.)

Addition of "ADJ key and Fn key registration function" when changing the aspect ratio

You can now register the aspect ratio change function to the ADJ, Fn1 and Fn2 keys.

Addition of "key custom setting initialization" function

Key custom settings can be returned to their initial values.

Addition of "My Setting delete" function

You can return the registered settings in the My Settings BOX and mode dial to the initial values.

Addition of "Shutter half-press confirm" function in the DIRECT screen

You can confirm setting changes in the DIRECT screen by half-pressing the shutter.

Exif2.3 support

Exif2.3 is now supported.

Addition of "Noise Reduction AUTO"

You can now automatically adjust the noise reduction effects on the camera using the AUTO function.

Macro AF Distance Limitation

When macro shooting using the GR LENS A12 50mm F2.5 MACRO, you can now select the shooting distance (distance within which the auto focus can focus) from 7-14cm or 12-30cm to provide overlapping distance ranges.

AF Acceleration

The autofocus control drive system has been improved and accelerated. In association with this change, the AF mode (QK-AF and FR-AF selection mode) in the set up menu has been deleted. (When GR LENS A12 50mm F2.5 MACRO is used)

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Function-enhancing firmware Ver.1.17

May 19, 2010

Noise reduction performance enhancement

The MAX setting has been added to the noise reduction settings. When MAX is specified, the image data's noise distribution is analyzed and the optimum processing is done for each region of the image, thereby increasing image quality in low-light scenes.

Noise reduction for nightscape and landscape scene modes

The ability to specify noise reduction for the nightscape and landscape scene modes has been added.

Addition of "ADJ. ISO direct change" function

The "ADJ. ISO direct change" function has been added to the setup menu. If it is set to ON, in situations where shooting is possible (shutter release button pressed half way), moving the ADJ. lever right/left changes the ISO sensitivity.

Two "incandescent lamp" settings for white balance

There used to be just the "incandescent lamp" setting for white balance, but now there are two settings: "incandescent lamp 1" and "incandescent lamp 2." Compared to "incandescent lamp 1," "incandescent lamp 2" gives the image a slightly more reddish cast so it is the equivalent of the old "incandescent lamp" setting.

Auto shutter speed shift function

In cases where the image will be overexposed or underexposed when in shutter speed priority mode, if this setting is on, the camera automatically adjusts the shutter speed to give a suitable exposure.

Flash and self-timer selection with up-down dial

Flash and self-timer setting changes can be made with the up-down dial.

Zoom position changes with My Setting edit

The zoom position can be changed by editing My Settings. (When RICOH LENS S10 or RICOH LENS P10 is used)

Macro AF distance restriction limitation

When doing macro photography with GR LENS A12 50 mm F2.5 MACRO, it is possible to select shooting distance (focus distance for auto focus) ranges of either 10-30 cm or 7-10cm. This increases auto focusing speed.

Focus ring high-speed move (when using GR LENS A12)

During manual focusing, the focus ring movement speed increases when the macro button is being pushed.

Camera unit information in detail information display and Exif

The camera unit designation A12, S10, or P10 is displayed in the detail information display and in the Exif information.

Firmware version information on setup menu

The firmware version information has been added to the setup menu.