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38. FLASH COMPENSATION

[MODE 2]

Depending on the subject or the special effects you wish to achieve, the amount of light emitted by the flash can be adjusted. This mode can be used to create a correct balance between flash light and natural light, or to create special effects by producing light or dark photos with flash photography.

The light emitted by the Built-in Flash, the Ricoh Speedlite 303P or any other Ricoh TTL type flash can be adjusted with this mode.  It can be adjusted up to 2.0 EV in 0.5 EV increments.

Dominantly white or backlit picture If the picture is dominantly white, or is in a backlit condition, the main subject may be underexposed. In this case, set the flash compensation to a plus (+) value.  Adjust the flash compensation to a plus (+) value.

Distant or dominantly dark-colored picture When the main subject is comparatively small and the background is distant, or when the picture is dominantly dark-colored, the subject may be overexposed. In this case, set the flash compensation to a minus ( - ) value. Adjust the flash compensation to a minus ( - ) value.

The Flash Compensation Mode is set when "lightning bolt and +/_" is displayed as shown in the illustration. (Fig. 108) 1. Press the MODE 2 Button until "lightning bolt and +/_" appears.     (Fig. 109) * The flash compensation value display and the exposure indicator are both displayed. * If the settings are not changed within 5 seconds of pressing the Mode Button, the LCD Panel display will return to the "Normal Display".

2. Turn the Dial and set the flash compensation value. (Fig, 110)   3. Press the shutter Button halfway to return to the "Normal Display". 4. To cancel the Flash Compensation Mode press the RESET Button or follow the procedures for seeing the mode and set the flash compensation value to +0. (Fig. 111)

Possible combinations with the Continuous Shooting Mode, Multi Exposure Mode and Auto Bracketing Mode.
 

Combinations with the Flash Photography.
 

Combinations with the Self-timer Mode
 

Other Combinations
 

40. FLASH MODES

The following Modes can be achieved using the Built-in Flash.

1. Program Auto Flash Mode

This mode is normally used when shooting. By just opening the Built-in Flash, the shutter speed and aperture will automatically be set. The aperture setting can be changed with the Program Shift Mode.

2. Daylight Synchro Mode

Even in daylight, the flash can be used to automatically create a good balance between natural light and flash light. The flash light ratio is 1:4.

Red-eye Reduction Mode

The pre-flash of this mode makes it possible to minimize the red-eye effect of the subject that sometimes occurs when using flash photography in dark places.

4. Slow Synchro Mode (Shutter Priority Flash Mode)

The background in a photo often comes out dark because of the distance limit of the flash light. By setting a slow shutter speed you can create a good balance between the subject and the background with flash photography.

5. Aperture Priority Auto Flash Mode

For flash photography with a good depth-of field (portraits etc.) you can freely select the aperture setting. The shutter speed will be automatically set. However, if a small aperture is set, the flash light distance will be reduced.

6. Flash Compensation Mode

The amount of light emitted by the flash can be regulated or normal photography or special effects. It car be adjusted up to REV.

Major Specifications of the Built-in Flash

TTL Flash System
G. No. 11 (ISO 100/m)

Distance Range
At F2.8 Approx. 4m /lS0 100
 

Image Angle Coverage
28 mm

However, the flash light may cause vignetting around the edges of the picture, depending on the size and length of the lens, and when the shooting distance is short.
The border of the image may become dark depending on the characteristics of the lens and the aperture value.

Uses the TTL (Through The Lens) Flash System

With the sensor of the Built-in Flash, the light reflected from the subject is measured and the light emitted from the flash is controlled.

Uses the Advanced Thyristor Flash System (IGBT)

When the distance to the subject is short, only a small amount of flash light is emitted, making the recharging time short.

The value of the aperture automatically changes depending on the film speed.

However, if the maximum aperture (F) value of the lens is darker than the set F value, it will be set to this value.

ISO 100: F2.8
ISO 200: F4.0
ISO 400: F5.6
ISO 800: F8.0

The highest shutter speed in flash photography is 1/100 seconds.

If the Shutter speed is set above 1/100 ( 1/125 sec., 1/500 sec. for example), the shutter will automatically be released at 1/100 seconds.

Flash Marks

[lightning bolt] :On: Charged

[lightning bolt] :Quick flashing: Correct Strobe Exposure

[lightning bolt]: Slow flashing: Indicates that the flashes are charged, when using both the Built-in
                        Flash and an external flash.

[Sun + lightning bolt] : Synchro Mark Lights during daylight synchro and slow synchro.
 
 

* Daylight Synchro

with long distance, it becomes 2x normal flash photography.

Working out the flash distance range (Long distance flash range)

Flash distance range (m)=Guide Number (G. No.)* DIVIDED BY Aperture (F)

* With ISO 100, G. No. =11

1. Program Auto Flash Mode

This mode is used in normal shooting. 1. Set the camera and lens to the Program AE Mode (Fig.112, 113)

2. Open the Built-in Flash by pulling upwards on the sides of the flash. (Fig. 114) 3. Check to see if the displays in the LCD Panel and inside the viewfinder are displayed. (Fig. 115) * The display inside the viewfinder shows the shutter speed (set at 1/100 sec.) as well as the aperture value.

6. The flash mark ( d' ) will not appear when the flash is charging. When repeating flash photography, make sure the flash mark is lit to show that the flash has fully charged. (Fig. 116)

When taking pictures in backlit conditions, the subject is affected by strong background light and dark (underexposed) subjects may result. Natural lit photographs can easily be obtained by using the Built-in Flash even in daylight. This mode also enhances portrait photographs.

1. Make sure the shooting mode is set to Program AK. (Fig. 117, 118) 2. Open the Built-in Flash.

3. Make sure the LCD Panel, the display inside the viewfinder, the daylight synchro mark (SUN and lightning bolt) as well as the aperture and shutter speed displays are showing. (Fig. 119) 4. Release the shutter

5. To shoot again, make sure the Load (lightning bolt) mark is on before releasing the shutter. (Fig. 120)

* The aperture will automatically be set according to the amount of light. If the conditions are bright, the aperture setting will be small (large number) and the distance range of the flash will consequently be short. (See the table on P.48)

4. Slow Synchro Mode (Shutter Priority Flash Mode)
In normal flash photography the background comes out dark. This mode allows you to obtain a good light balance between the subject and the background.

If you set the shutter speed to a seeing below 1/90 sec. (1/2 sec. for example), the actual shutter speed will automatically be set by the camera to a seeing between 1/2 sec. to 1/100 sec. depending on the brightness of the subject and the background. The shutter will be released at this speed when the picture is taken.

We recommend you use this mode when shooting indoors and evening or night scenes.

1. Set the shutter speed to a seeing under 1/90 sec. (Fig. 121) 2. Set the lens aperture on "P". (Fig. 122)

3. Check the actual shutter speed in the display inside the viewfinder. (Fig. 123) 4. Release the shutter. * If the shutter speed is set to "bulb", the flash will fire during the bulb shooting.

You can freely set the aperture value and shoot with the flash.

4. Release the shutter.
* If a small aperture value is set, the flash distance will decrease. (Refer to the table on P.48.)

Refer to page 43.

41. OTHER FLASH UNITES

Basic operations are the same as for the Built-in Flash.  Refer to each mode for operating the Built-in Flash. Refer to the instruction manual of other flash units.

42. COMBINING THE BUILT-IN FLASH AND THE RICOH TTL FLASH

Note the following points when using the Built-in Flash and an external flash.

It is possible to change the initial settings of the Reset Button. These can be set according to your needs. * The Manual Film Speed Setting will not change when the Reset Button is pressed. 1. Press and hold down the Reset Button. Then press the appropriate Mode Button of the mode to be set. (Fig. 124)   * Keep the Reset Button pressed. 2. While pressing the Reset Button, turn the dial to set or adjust the value of the mode to be changed. (Fig. 125) 3. Release the Reset Button * To set the modes to their initial settings, repeat this procedure and cancel all the modes.

44. CHANGING THE FUNCTION OF THE PREVIEW/EXPOSURE COMPENSATION BUTTON

The Preview/Compensation Button can also be used to instantly recall the mode you most frequently use. 1. Press the appropriate Mode Button to display the mode to be set. Do not release the Mode Button. (Fig. 126) 2. While keeping the Mode Button pressed, press and hold down the other Mode Button, and then the Preview/ Exposure Compensation Button. (Fig. 127)

Shooting with an Infrared film

Always re-adjust your focus to the infrared focusing mark when using infrared films and infrared filters. This is necessary because the infrared rays have longer wave lengths than the visible light rays you see and focus with, and the camera lens focuses them slightly further back inside the camera. Therefore visual focusing cannot be accurate without some compensation.
(As of 2020 there is still B&W film being made.  But much easier to user an IR Digital Camera.

1. Attach the infrared filter and focus on the subject. Read the indicated distance off the lens barrel. (Fig. 1 28)   2. Shift that distance setting over to the red infrared index mark. Set the exposure in accordance with the operating instructions for the film. (Fig. 129)

The viewfinder eyepiece has a built-in -1 correction (suitable for most normal vision).

If a dioptric lens is fitted, you do not have to wear eyeglasses when taking pictures. Slip the lens in the groove in the finder eyepiece.

Dioptric lenses are available in 7 types:

-4, - 3, - 2, - 1, +1, +2 and +3 (Diopters)

Ricoh offers a choice of 3 viewfinder screens to suit your needs or taste. Each features Ricoh's Acu-Bright mat for optimum brightness and easier focusing in dim light.

Horizontal split type screen (MH type) This screen is normally installed. Recommended for general shooting. (Fig. 130) Lined matte type screen (MS type) A matte screen with horizontal and vertical lines. This screen facilitates composition of your photograph. (Fig. 131) All Matte type screen (MB type) For general shooting and close-up photography. Also recommended when focusing is difficult with a split image. (Fig. 132)

48. RELEASE SWITCH

By using the separately sold Release Switch, the shutter can be released from a distance.

49. CARE OF BATTERIES
 

2. The capacity of the batteries depends on the brand and type of batteries.

3. Before installing, be sure to clean all moisture and skin oil off all battery contact surfaces in order to avoid future problems of corrosion and poor electrical contact. Remove batteries when the camera is not used for a long period of time.

4. Removal of the battery case may result in a loss of camera memory. The film may also advance two or three frames when the batteries are replaced.

CARE OF FILM

Nomenclature of the date imprinting feature (Fig. 133)

(1) Display Panel (2) Mode Selector Button (3) Year/Hour Adjust Button (4) Month Adjust Button (5) Day/Minute Adjust Button

Attaching the Data Back 3

( 1 ) Open the Back Cover and push down the release pin on the back cover. The cover will come off. (Fig. 134) (2) Attach the Data Back 3 to the camera while pushing down the release pin on the Data Back 3. (Fig. 135) * When detaching the Data Back 3. follow the same procedure as in (1).

Imprinting Mode (Fig. 136)
Examples of date imprinting
1) August 30, 1990
2) 15:59 (Time)
3) No imprinting
The date imprinting mode can be divided into 3 types; year/month/day, hour/minute, and no imprinting

Selecting imprinting mode (Fig. 137)

Each time the Mode Selector Button is pressed, the display changes as shown below. 1) Date (Year/month/day) 2) Time (Hour/minute) 3) No imprinting

Checking imprinting (Fig. 138)
After shooting, the word "PRINT" appears in the Display Panel to confirm correct imprinting.
 "PRINT" is not imprinted on the picture.

Resetting the date and time

(1 ) Press the Mode Selector Button to show the mode to be changed. (Fig. 139) (2) Press each Adjust Button until the desired digit is displayed. Digits can be changed fast by keeping the button pressed. (Fig. 140)

(1 ) Press the Mode Selector Button for Time display mode. (Fig. 141) (2) Press the Month Adjust Button according to the radio or telephone time signal. The time count starts from 0 seconds, and the minutes will not change when it is 0 to 29 seconds. At 30 to 59 seconds the minutes will move up. (Fig. 142) * It is recommended that the minute digits be adjusted after adjusting the seconds digits.

Battery Replacement

(1 ) Open the Back Cover. (Fig. 143) (2) Remove the screws from the Date Battery Compartment Cover with a small (+) screwdriver. (Fig. 144) (3) Remove the Battery Compartment Cover holding the roller section.  (Fig. 145) (4) Remove the battery. (Fig. 146) (5) Load the new battery with the side marked (+) facing upwards. Then, close the Battery Compartment Cover using the (+) screwdriver. (Use lithium battery CR2025. The life is about 3 years.)

* When the battery is exhausted, the imprinted digits become faint or the display panel flashes. At that time, replace the bakery. * Do not open the Date Battery Compartment Cover except when replacing the battery. * Keep the battery out of reach of children. If a child swallows the battery, contact your doctor immediately.