Ricoh Caplio R7

224 reviews

Nov, 2024

Positive
portability (96)
zoom (81)
performance (67)
size (65)
usability (63)

Negative
flash (14)
low-light (14)
reliability (13)
focus (5)
color (4)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 224 reviews of Ricoh Caplio R7. The average rating for this product is 3.8/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras for all reviews. Reviewers really like the size and performance. The zoom and usability are also appreciated, whereas many are negative about the viewfinder and color. There are mixed comments on the image stabilizer and flash.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Ricoh Caplio R7 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 87/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Ricoh Caplio R7

alaTest has collected and analyzed 29 user reviews of Ricoh Caplio R7 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 3.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.co.uk. People are impressed by the lens and performance. The portability and size are also mentioned favorably, whereas many are negative about the reliability.

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55% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Nov, 2024

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Amazon.com review summary for Ricoh Caplio R7

alaTest has collected and analyzed 12 user reviews of Ricoh Caplio R7 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.com. Comments about the shutter and size are overall positive. The image quality and performance are also mentioned favorably, whereas views about the image stabilizer and lens are different. There are some less positive opinions about the low light performance and usability.

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58% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Nov, 2024

Expert review by : Mark Goldstein (photographyblog.com)

Ricoh Caplio R7 Review

The Ricoh Caplio R7 is a very compact digital camera that easily fits in the palm of your hand, measuring 99.6(W) x 55.0 (H) x 23.3mm (D) and weighing 161g with the battery and wrist-strap fitted. This is one camera that you truly won't notice carrying...

Just 6 months on from the R6 model, the new Ricoh R7 arrives, at first glance with very few new standout features. The increase in resolution from 7 to 8 megapixels doesn't make a lot of difference to your photos, but thankfully the new image...

Nov, 2007

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Expert review by (photoaxe.com)

Ricoh Caplio R7 Digital Camera Review

Ricoh Caplio R7 digital camera offers 8.1 megapixels and a 7.1x wide zoom lens (28-200mm), meaning that it will bring you more optical zoom than any other camera in this range. On the first view, I can say it has a very solid build. Around the back are...

Jan, 2008

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Expert review by : Good Gear Guide.au (goodgearguide.com.au)

Expert Review

Ricoh's R7 is a great compact camera for those after a speedy model with a big zoom and optical image stabilisation. There are units out there that take better pictures but this model is more than adequate in that regard.

Big zoom, stylish design, very fast

Some colour and noise issues

May, 2009

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Expert review by : Cliff Smith (trustedreviews.com)

Ricoh Caplio R7

With a 28mm wide-angle and 7x zoom, this new Ricoh should be a popular camera.

Once again Ricoh demonstrates that in terms of technical ability and value for money, its cameras are among the best on the market. The Caplio R7 is an outstandingly versatile pocket compact with an unmatched list of features. It is stylish, well made,...

Oct, 2007

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Expert review by : tech.co.uk staff (techradar.com)

Ricoh Caplio R7 review

It'll make you stand out from the crowd

Excellent zoom range ; Good image quality

Some exposure issues ; Vibration control not the best

The Ricoh R7 is an attractive camera but it's not enough of a step forward from the R6 to tempt an upgrade

Oct, 2007

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Expert review by : Rich Trenholm (cnet.com.au)

Ricoh Caplio R7

The Ricoh Caplio R7 is an outstanding compact camera, with all the features you could want packed into a sturdy, pocket-sized metal frame. It's not perfect and it's not cheap, but it is very much worth tracking down.

Wide angle lens ; Large zoom ; Joystick control

Jagged screen ; No aperture or shutter priority

Even at AU$549, the Ricoh Caplio R7 is an excellent compact that deserves a wider audience. The Canon Digital IXUS 860 IS may have sewn up the 8-megapixel, big screen and image stabilisation market, but for us, the R7's innovative mini joystick and...

Mar, 2008

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Expert review by (stuff.tv)

Ricoh Caplio R7 review

Ricoh may not be one of the big camera names, but when it comes to small snappers it offers excellent value for money. Can this 8MP live up to this pedigree?

Megapixels are a plenty, but the real selling point here is that impressive lens. It’s just a shame that some noise issues cloud matters

Sep, 2007

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Expert review by : What Digital Camera (whatdigitalcamera.com)

Ricoh Caplio R7

The new Ricoh Caplio R7 replaces the R6 after just six months on the shelves

Oct, 2008

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Expert review by (pcauthority.com.au)

Ricoh Caplio R7

Megapixels are a plenty, but the real selling point here is that impressive lens. It's just a shame that some noise issues cloud matters

Aug, 2008

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Expert review by (cameras.co.uk)

Ricoh Caplio R7

The Ricoh Caplio R7 is a very interesting digital camera. It has 8 megapixels and a 7x wide, angle zoom lens. It has a few extra features when compared to other smaller compacts. Shutter lag times are low and I liked the test photos I managed to produce.

Shutter lag times, build quality, extra features, colours

Lowlight

"The Caplio R7 has an excellent specification and low shutter lag times. It worked well in most outdoor situations and I really like the colours. With a longer than standard wide angle, zoom lens this camera has a lot going for it."

Mar, 2008

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