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| − | The '''XR-2''' is an [[SLR]] for [[35mm film]] introduced by [[Ricoh]] in 1977. Along with the [[Ricoh XR-1|XR-1]], these were Ricoh's first cameras to accept [[K-mount lens]]es. The XR-2 was a higher-end model offering [[aperture-priority]] autoexposure | + | The '''XR-2''' is an [[SLR]] for [[35mm film]] introduced by [[Ricoh]] in 1977. Along with the [[Ricoh XR-1|XR-1]], these were Ricoh's first cameras to accept [[K-mount lens]]es, and both are recognizable by their front direct-viewing window showing the lens's aperture setting above the viewfinder image. The XR-2 was a higher-end model offering [[aperture-priority]] autoexposure. |
| − | To unlock the shutter, the film wind lever must be pulled outwards. The electronically-timed [[Copal]] shutter provides a wide range of speeds from 1/1000 second to 4 seconds plus B with [[flash sync]] up to 1/125 sec. The shutter is dependent on power from two 1.5v LR44/SR44 batteries, without which only the mechanical speeds of "X" (1/90th second) and B may be used | + | To unlock the shutter and meter indicator, the film wind lever must be pulled outwards; the stowed position avoids accidental battery drain. The electronically-timed [[Copal]] shutter provides a wide range of speeds from 1/1000 second to 4 seconds plus B with [[flash sync]] up to 1/125 sec. The shutter is dependent on power from two 1.5v LR44/SR44 batteries, without which only the mechanical speeds of "X" (1/90th second) and B may be used. |
| − | The 1979 '''Ricoh XR-2s''' is essentially the same camera, but with a baseplate able to accept an optional power winder. | + | A half-press on the shutter release activates the exposure indicator needle in the viewfinder. Battery power is checked by twisting a collar around the shutter release. The viewfinder meter needle should swing up to the top of the scale (if good, reaching the notch seen at the side). A rear "ME" switch permits intentional [[multiple exposure]]s; alongside this is a lever for closing an eyepiece blind. |
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| + | The 1979 '''Ricoh XR-2s''' is essentially the same camera, but with a baseplate able to accept an optional power winder. A bit more plastic has been substituted in the film-advance and self timer levers (the latter seems prone to breaking off); and the ME button has gained a lockout switch to avoid unintended double exposures. | ||
==Links== | ==Links== | ||
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* Rebadged as the [[Sears KS Auto]] | * Rebadged as the [[Sears KS Auto]] | ||
*[https://www.flickr.com/photos/vox/51155948308/in/pool-camerawiki/ Ricoh advertisement announcing the XR-1 and XR-2 in the<br>December 1977 ''Popular Photography'']; scan courtesy [https://www.flickr.com/photos/vox/ voxphoto]. | *[https://www.flickr.com/photos/vox/51155948308/in/pool-camerawiki/ Ricoh advertisement announcing the XR-1 and XR-2 in the<br>December 1977 ''Popular Photography'']; scan courtesy [https://www.flickr.com/photos/vox/ voxphoto]. | ||
| − | + | *A [https://www.flickr.com/photos/38552878@N02/albums/72157711595374431 set of scans of a ''Popular Photography'' review and teardown] from the era; by [https://www.flickr.com/photos/38552878@N02/ alookback.net] on Flickr | |
In Japanese | In Japanese | ||
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| − | |image_text= The XR-2s version,<br>accepting an autowinder | + | |image_text= The XR-2s version,<br>accepting an autowinder<br>(with aftermarket shutter button added) |
|image_by= bokina90 | |image_by= bokina90 | ||
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| − | [[Category:Japanese 35mm SLR]] [[Category:Ricoh|XR-2]] | + | [[Category:Japanese 35mm SLR]] |
| + | [[Category:Ricoh|XR-2]] | ||
[[Category:K mount]] | [[Category:K mount]] | ||
| + | [[Category:X|XR-2 Ricoh]] | ||
Latest revision as of 06:12, 17 July 2021
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The XR-2 is an SLR for 35mm film introduced by Ricoh in 1977. Along with the XR-1, these were Ricoh's first cameras to accept K-mount lenses, and both are recognizable by their front direct-viewing window showing the lens's aperture setting above the viewfinder image. The XR-2 was a higher-end model offering aperture-priority autoexposure.
To unlock the shutter and meter indicator, the film wind lever must be pulled outwards; the stowed position avoids accidental battery drain. The electronically-timed Copal shutter provides a wide range of speeds from 1/1000 second to 4 seconds plus B with flash sync up to 1/125 sec. The shutter is dependent on power from two 1.5v LR44/SR44 batteries, without which only the mechanical speeds of "X" (1/90th second) and B may be used.
A half-press on the shutter release activates the exposure indicator needle in the viewfinder. Battery power is checked by twisting a collar around the shutter release. The viewfinder meter needle should swing up to the top of the scale (if good, reaching the notch seen at the side). A rear "ME" switch permits intentional multiple exposures; alongside this is a lever for closing an eyepiece blind.
The 1979 Ricoh XR-2s is essentially the same camera, but with a baseplate able to accept an optional power winder. A bit more plastic has been substituted in the film-advance and self timer levers (the latter seems prone to breaking off); and the ME button has gained a lockout switch to avoid unintended double exposures.
Links
- Ricoh XR-2s manual from Mike Butkus' OrphanCameras.com
- Ricoh XR-2 review from November 1979 Popular Photography posted to MFLenses forum by Nesster.
- Rebadged as the Sears KS Auto
- Ricoh advertisement announcing the XR-1 and XR-2 in the
December 1977 Popular Photography; scan courtesy voxphoto. - A set of scans of a Popular Photography review and teardown from the era; by alookback.net on Flickr
In Japanese
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| The XR-2s version, accepting an autowinder (with aftermarket shutter button added) image by bokina90 (Image rights) |
