Samsung GX200 User Manual

24- 7 2mm / F2. 5 (W ) -4 . 4 (T ) , 1 / 1. 7 in c h t y p e 1 2 Me g a pi x e l s C C D

f=24mm, 1/17sec, F9.1, ISO100, EV±0, no trimming

All lens focal lengths indicated in this catalog are 35mm camera equivalent values.

f=72mm, 1/330sec, F4.4, ISO100, EV±0, no trimming

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Evolved 24-72mm zoom lens for controlling flare

The optical 3x super-wide zoom lens, effectively controls curvature aberration, boasts
superior resolution and high contrast.
It is the "eye" of the GX200, achieving both compactness and depiction ability at a high
level by employing aspheric, special low-dispersion glass and high refractive index
low-dispersion lens elements.
Through fine tuning, it controls fla re that can occur when shooting backlit subjects
compared to GX100.
Superior optical performance is exhibited regardless of lighting conditions and focal length.

f=19mm (with use of wide conversion lens DW-6), 1/97sec, F5.7, ISO100, EV+0.3, no trimming

MTF c urve graph (24mm)

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80

MTF (%)

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40

20

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0 1.4 2.3 2.8 3.2 3.7 4.1 4.6

Blue lines:50/mm Solid lines:Radial values
Red lines:150/mm Dotted lines:Tangential values

Distance from frame center(mm)

1m Aperture F2.5

To fully experience the beauty of photographic expression.

A super wide-angle high performance 24-72 mm/f2.5 (wide) – f4.4(telephoto) zoom lens with superb optical performance comparing
favorably to SLR interchangeable lenses.
Attach the unique tilting electronic viewfinder, linked to the focal distance to zoom and frame your subject with the feel of an SLR or
medium format camera and add GX200 host of versatile accessories to enter a wider realm of creative photography.
For the photographer who knows the depth and joy of photographic expression, the GX200 transcends the limitations of a compact camera.

Wide/telephoto conversion lens that enables a greater variety of expressions

Attach the high quality conversion lens (DW-6) to achieve 19mm ultra wide-angle for
sharpness and intensity of wide-angle photography. This lets you enjoy more impressive
expressions including landscapes employing a wide lens angle and portraits with
heightened perspective. Furthermore, a 135mm focal length is covered at the telephoto
end with the telephoto lens (TC-1) attached. Just the right amount of blur and the
compression effect that reduces the sense of distance between subject and background
enables eye-catching expression.

* DW-6 and TC-1 are sold separately.
* While a wide conversio n lens or tele photo convers ion lens is attached, t he internal f lash can‘t be used because vignettin g may occur.
* Vigne tting may occu r on part of t he image if th e zoom positi on is oth er than at tel ephoto end whe n while the t elephoto conversion
lens is attac hed.

Lens Unit

f=24mm, 1/1000sec, F3.6, ISO100, EV±0, no trimming

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Advanced digital technology changes creativity.

A new imaging engine with great resolution and greatly
reduced noise

Sharp images all the way to the picture's edge with natural gradations and
coloration even in high-sensitivity shooting situations: that is the power of
the SIE III image processor. With thorough noise reduction measures in
both its circuit design and algorithms, the GX200 effectively eliminates
noise without sacrificing resolution or saturation.

Effective 12 megapixel CCD boasting high resolution and a
high S/N ratio

A 1/1.7” CCD with 12 megapixels faithfully reproduces the world as seen.
The result is superb images high in resolution and low in noise, with
rich gradation expression from highlight to shadow.

Noise reduction ON or OFF depending on sensitivity

It is possible to set the noise reduction function ON/OFF according to the
shooting environment. Since the noise reduction can be set to turn on at a
specific ISO sensitivity level—such as OFF for low sensitivity and ON for
ISO401 and abo ve—n ois e r educ t i on ca n be fin e t u ned t o t h e
photographer's style.

f=24mm, 1/500sec, F6.5, ISO400, EV±0, no trimming

f=24mm, 1/13sec, F5.7, ISO400, EV±0, no trimming, noise reduction ON

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Distortion compensation function supporting full use of

wide-angle lenses

The GX200’s high-performance optics compensate for distortion well.

But a distortion com pensation function is also provided if image
distortion is still a problem. That way you can more easily enjoy the
attraction of wide-angle lens. The function can be turned on or off at will.

And it also exhibits its abilities when a wide conversion lens is attached.

* Lens angle changes when distortion compensation is on.

Electronic level enables fast and precise camera levelling

Keeping th e camera level with respect to the subjec t is a basic

requirement for making full use of a wide-angle lens. That’s why the
GX200 has an internal electronic leveller which lets you view the

horizontal or vertical indicator while watching the LCD display. The

photographer can quickly ensure that shots are aligned horizontally and

vertically. The level indicator can also be viewed with the electronic

viewfinder (in both normal and tilted positions). This makes it possible to
concentrate on shooting without taking your eye off the subject.

With leveling

Automatic brightness level compensation function a strong

tool for high contrast scenes

Even in scenes with backlighting and extreme contrast, by automatically
controlling brightness distribution, the GX200 limits whiteout while

reducing loss of detail in dark areas. This makes it possible to create

natural-looking images closer to what the eye sees. With rich gradations

in areas of bot h high a nd low brightness, t his function meets the
expectations of the photographer's aesthetic vision. Compensation can
also be done in playback mode.

•Automatic brightness
level compensation
function

Automatic level compensation function: ON Automatic level compensation function: OFF

White balance compensation for "just right" color

White ba la nce is a major factor i n determining coloring and the
impression that a photograph makes. The GX200 allows for fine tuning
of the white balance compensation when taking pictures while viewing
the LCD display or electronic viewfinder. Compensation can be done on
the blue/amber or magenta/green scales according to the light source.
Compensation can also be done in playback mode.

Black & White (TE) settings for richly flavoured monochrome works

Using the B&W (TE: Toning Effect) settings, fascinating duotone-style
monochrome works are possible. Color choices for toning effects are

red,blue, green, sepia, or purple; and color depth, contrast, and sharpness
can also be adjusted.

•Black & White (TE) settings

MONOCHROME SEPIA RED

PURPLE BLUE GREEN

Color bracketing simultaneously shoots multiple images for
varied impressions

With one shutter push, three images—color, B&W, and B&W (TE)—are
recorded. Works with a diverse feel can be easily created without
post-shooting image processing.

Other main functions

• The camera shake correction function (CCD-shift type) expands possibilities
for hand-held shooting.

• Great for photos to go in blogs, the 1:1 aspect ratio mode lets you enjoy your
own unique picture composition (shooting in RAW possible).

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We have come this close to achieving a camera that accurately expresses the intention
of the photographer.

AE/AF target shift that allows for creative flexibility

The AE/AF target can be shifted in both macro and normal shooting.
Focusing and exposure setting can be done independently by shifting
either the AE or AF target to the position anywhere on the screen you
want it. And spot AE at the focused position is also possible by shifting
the AE and AF targets simultaneously. This function comes in handy
when the camera is fixed to a tripod.

Continuous shooting functions for fast reaction

With its new high-volume buffer memory, the GX200 can do exposure
auto bracketing and continuous shooting of up to five images, even in
high-image-quality RAW, giving shooting abilities approaching SLR
levels.

Subtle light effects with light intensity adjustment and
manual flash functions

Light intensity of the built-in flash can be adjusted across a wide range (-2
to +2 EV). This is helpful for controlling subject-background balance in
both macro and normal shooting situations. Moreover, manual flash
where light intensity is freely set (in 1/2 EV increments) is also possible.
And you can enjoy a range of creative flash photography such as rear
curtain and front curtain synchronization, which are useful for creating a
trail of light in the image.

f=72mm, 1/80sec, F4.4, ISO100, EV±0, no trimming

f=24mm, 1/64sec, F2.5, ISO100, EV±0, no trimming

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Aperture auto shift to secure appropriate exposure
automatically

If there is overexposure at the set aperture value when in aperture priority

mode, the aperture value can be automatically adjusted. You can just

leave it to the camera in times such as when the subject moves between
shadow and sunlight or the weather changes suddenly.

Up to three "My Setting" mode options can be defined

With "My Setting" mode, frequently used
shooting settings can be preset and switched to

in an instant. With the GX200, the number of
options has been expanded to three. It is also

possible to change the shooting mode from the
shooting menu, so there is no need to go to the

trouble of revising custom settings each time.

field of view (160 degrees both vertically and horizontally) gives the feel of
"free angle" shooting, and the high contrast gives great visibility even outdoors.
The 1/20-size image display function looks great on the high-definition screen
and is convenient for quickly finding one image among many.

Full line of accessories to expand the world of expression

Compatibility has been maintained with GX100 accessories. You can use
accessories such as the removable tilting LCD viewfinder with 100% field
of view. Expandability is further heightened with the addition of a newly
developed telephoto conversion lens and automatic hinged lens cap. The
GX200 is a compact camera functionally complete in itself. But used with
accessories, it becomes a system camera that expands the range of
expression. Merging those strengths creates an ingenious camera system.

Syste m diagr am

LCD viewfinder

(VF-1)

*1

Automatic opening/

closing lens cap

(LC-1)

External flash

Soft carrying case

(SC-45)

Neck strap

(ST-2) *5

Function button for one-push switching between functions

Two Fn (func tion) butt ons ena ble dire ct
cha nge s r e f l e ct ing t he p hotographer' s

preferences. One-push mode change functions
are assigned to each button. For instantaneous
switching, pre-select and register frequently

used functions such as picture quality mode
and AF mode. Don't let sudden photo chances
get away.

[ Fn button settings possible ]

AF<=>MF (combined with AF lock) / Snap <=>AF/AE Lock / JPEG=>RAW /

Color =>B&W (TE) / target shift / Various photography settings menu (exposure

compensation, white balance, WB compensation, ISO, picture quality, focus,

picture settings, metering, continuous shooting, auto bracketing, light intensity

adjustment, manual flash)

Large, vivid high-resolution 2.7-inch 460,000 dots HVGA LCD display

The new high-resolution LCD display vividly presents image detail. The wide

Other main functions

• Macro mode for close-up photography up to 1 cm at the wide end and 4 cm
at the telephoto end.

• Three types of light metering (multi, center weighted, and spot) help create
expressive shadows

• Extensive scene modes (movie, portrait, sports, landscape, nightscape, text,
skew correction, and zoom macro)

• Exposure modes to stimulate creativity (program shift, aperture priority, and
manual exposure)

• Select playback screen that allows you to choose whether the electronic
viewfinder or LCD display has priority in playback mode.

• An auto rotate function for easier image viewing

• An ADJ lever used to seamlessly call up, make, and confirm function settings

• A special rechargeable battery can take up to about 350 pictures (based on
CIPA standards)

• AAA batteries and an AC adaptor (option) can also be used

Hood and adapter

(HA-2)

Wide-angle

conversion lens

(DW-6) *2

Ricoh Options general purpose

*1 Included in GX200 VF KIT.
*2 Hood and adapter set (HA-2) is required.
*3 43mm diameter. Hood and adapter set (HA-2) is required.
*4 55mm diameter.
*5 The ST-1 neck strap for the Caplio GX/GX8 cannot be used.
*6 Included with the camera.

*3

conversion lens

Filter

*4

Tele-angle

(DW-6) *2

AC adapter

(AC-4c)

Cable switch

(CA-1)

Rechargeable

battery

(DB-60) *6

Battery charger

(BJ-6) *6

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GX20 0 VF KITGX20 0

Accessories included

USB cable
AV cable
Rechargeable battery
Batter y charger
Hand str ap
Lens c ap
GX200 software CD-ROM
User’s manual

GX200 Optional Accessories

Produc t Name

Rechargeable batteries
Battery charger
AC adapter
LCD viewfinder *1
Wide conversion lens *2
Tele conversion lens *2
Hood and adapter
Soft case
Neck strap *3
Cable switch
Self retaining lens cap

*1 The VF-1 LCD view finder is included in "GX200 VF KIT".
*2 The HA-2 hood and adapter is required when using the wide conversion lens or the tele conversion lens.
When the wide conversion lens or the tele conversion lens is attached, the internal flash cannot be used because
vignetting may occur.
*3 The ST-1 neck strap for the GX/GX8 cannot be used.

Model N ame

DB-60
BJ-6
AC-4c
VF-1
DW-6
TC-1
HA-2
SC-45
ST-2
CA-1
LC-1

GX200 Major Specifications

Item

Number of Effective Pixels (Camera)
Image Sensor

Focal Length

Lens

Zoom Magnification

Shutter Speed*1

Exposure Adjustmen Exposure

White Balance Mode

Flash

Shooting Mode

Number of Recorded Pixels

Storage Capacity/ Time*4
(internal memory 54 MB)

Other Major Shooting Functions

Power Source

Battery Consumption*9

*1: The shutter speed upper and lower limits vary depending on the shooting mode and flash mode.
*2: The picture quality mode that can be set varies depending on the image size.
*3: A JPEG file in Normal 640 or in Fine/Normal mode with the same size as the RAW file is recorded at the same time. The DNG file
format is a RAW image file format and is the standard format of Adobe Systems.
*4: The estimated number of pictures that can be recorded or the estimated recording time.
*5: The maximum movie length that can be recorded at one time is either 90 minutes or 4 GB.
*6: Compatible with DCF and DPOF. DCF is the abbreviation for "Design rule for Camera File system," a JEITA standard.
(Full compatibility with other devices is not guaranteed.)
*7: When the flash is set to [Flash Off].
*8: Mass storage mode is supported by Windows Me, 2000, XP, Vista, Mac OS9.0-9.2.2, and Mac OSX10.1.2-10.5.2.
*9: The number of remaining shots is based on the CIPA standard and may vary depending on usage conditions. This is for reference only.
*10: Using Panasonic AAA alkaline batteries.

F-aperture
Shooting

Distance

Still Image
Movie

Metering Mode

Exposure
Compensation

Built-in
Flash Mode

Built-in Flash Range

Still Image

Text

Still Image

Movie*5

Specifications

Approximately 12.1 million pixels
1/1.7" primary-color CCD (total pixels: approx. 12.4 million)
f=5.1 to 15.3mm

(35mm film equivalent focal length 24 to 72mm. With Step Zoom set, the following fixed focal lengths possible:
24mm, 28mm, 35mm, 50mm, 72mm)

F2.5 (wide) to F4.4 (telephoto)
Macro shooting: Approx. 1.0cm to infinity (wide-angle), approx. 4.0cm to infinity (telephoto), approx. 1.0cm to

infinity (zoom macro) (from the front of the lens)
11 elements in 7 groupsLens Construction
Optical zoom: 3.0 times (35mm film equivalent focal length 24 to 72mm)

Digital zoom: 4.0 times, up to 12 times (288mm equivalent) in combination with optical zoom
Auto resize zoom: 6.3 times, up to 18.9 times (450mm equivalent) in combination with optical zoom (VGA image)

Multi AF (CCD method)/Spot AF (CCD method)/Manual Focus/Snap/Infinity (with focus lock and AF aux. light)Focus Mode
CCD shift method image stabilizerMotion Blur Reduction
180, 120, 60, 30, 15, 8, 4, 2, 1~1/2000 seconds
1/30 to 1/2000 seconds
Multi Light Metering (256 segments)/Center-weighted Light Metering/Spot Metering (TTL-CCD metering, AE

lock available)
Program AE/Aperture Priority AE/Manual ExposureExposure Mode
Manual Exposure Compensation (+2.0 to -2.0 EV in 1/3 EV steps), Auto Bracket Function (-0.5 EV, ±0, +0.5

EV /-0.3 EV, ±0, +0.3 EV)
AUTO/AUTO-HI/ISO64/100/200/400/800/1600ISO Sensitivity (Standard Output Sensitivity)
Auto/Outdoors/Cloudy/Incandescent Lamp/Fluorescent Lamp/Manual Settings/Detail, White balance bracket function
Auto (during low light and when subject is backlit)/Red-eye Flash/Flash On/Flash Synchro/Manual Flash

(Full, 1/1.4, 1/2, 1/2.8, 1/4, 1/5.6, 1/8, 1/11, 1/16, 1/22, 1/32)/Flash Off
Approx. 20cm to 5.0m (wide-angle), approx. 15cm to 3.0m (telephoto) (ISO AUTO/ISO 400, from the front of the lens)
±2.0 EV (1/3 EV steps)Flash Compensation

2.7" Transparent Amorphous Silicon TFT LCD, approx. 460,000 dotsPicture Display
Auto Shooting Mode/Program Shift Mode/Aperture Priority Mode/Manual Exposure Mode/Scene Mode

(Movie/Portrait/Sports/Landscape/ Nightscape/Zoom Macro/Skew Correct Mode/Text Mode)/My Settings Mode
F (Fine)/N (Normal)/RAW (DNG file format)*3Picture Quality Mode*2
[4:3]4000×3000, 3264×2448, 2592×1944, 2048×1536, 1280×960, 640×480

[3:2] 3984×2656
[1:1] 2992×2992

640×480, 320×240Movie
4000×3000, 2048×1536
SD memory card, SDHC memory card (up to 16 GB), Internal Memory (approx. 54 MB)Recording Media
4000×3000 RAW: 2 pictures, F: 11 pictures, N: 20 pictures,

3984×2656 RAW: 2 pictures, F: 13 pictures, N: 23 pictures,
2992×2992 RAW: 3 pictures, F: 15 pictures, N: 27 pictures,
3264×2448 N: 30 pictures, 2592×1944 N: 48 pictures,
2048×1536 N: 74 pictures, 1280×960 N: 133 pictures, 640×480 N: 497 pictures

640×480 (30 frames/sec.): 41 sec., 640×480 (15 frames/sec.): 1 min. 22 sec.,
320×240 (30 frames/sec.): 1 min. 22 sec.,
320×240 (15 frames/sec.): 2 min. 40sec.

JPEG (Exif ver2.21)*6, RAW(DNG)Recording File Format Still Image
AVI (Open DML Motion JPEG format compliant)Movie
Cont/S-Cont/M-Cont, Self-timer (operation time: approx. 10 sec./2 sec.), Interval Shooting (shooting interval:

5 sec. to 3 hr., in increments of 5 sec.)*7, Color Bracket, B&W (TE), Noise Reduction, Histogram, Grid Guide,
Electronic Level, Hot Shoe

Auto Rotate, Grid View, Enlarged View (maximum 16 times), ResizeOther Major Playback Functions
USB2.0 (High-Speed USB) Mini-B, Mass Storage*8, Audio Output 1.0Vp-p (75Ω)/Video OUTInterface
Rechargeable Battery (DB60)×1, AAA Dry Alkaline Battery×2,

AAA Nickel-Metal Hydride Battery×2, AC Adapter (AC-4c Optional) 3.8V
Based on CIPA Standard DB60 usage: approx. 350 pictures, AAA alkaline battery usage: approx. 30 pictures*10

111.6mm(W)×58.0mm(H)×25.0mm(D) excluding projecting partsDimensions
Approx. 208g (excluding battery, SD memory card, and strap) Accessories: approx. 30g (battery and strap)Weight
0°C to 40°COperating Temperature

LCD viewfinder Major Specifications

Item

External dimensions
Weight
Image display area
Lens
Picture coverage
Parallax compensation

GX200 Software

1. RICOH Gate La

2. Irodio Photo & Video Studio

3. Acrobat Reader

4. DeskTopBinder Lite

* Image editing software for Macintosh not included.
* When the version of Acrobat Reader included on the CD-ROM is used with Windows Vista, a warning may display.
If this occurs, please download the latest version of Acrobat Reader from the Adobe Systems website.

GX200 System requirement

Operating system

CPU

Memory Space

Hard drive space
(required for installation)

Display Resolution
Display Colors
CD-ROM drive
USB port

* Only USB connection is available when connecting GX200 to a PC. Serial connection is unavailable
* Valid for system with preinstalled OS and USB port.
* GX200 is possible to use for Mac OS 9.0 to 9.22 and Mac OS X 10.1.2 to 10.5.2 by Mass Storage Connection.

Description

19.6mm x 37mm x 39.4 mm (W x H x D), not including protruding areas.
Approx. 22 grams
Ferro-electric polarization-type liquid crystal Equivalent to approx. 201,000 dots
4 elements in 3 groups
100%

-5 ~ +3 Dpt

Windows Vista Windows XP Windows 2000/Me

Windows

Windows 2000 Professional Service Pack4
Windows Me
Widows XP Home Edition Service Pack2 / Professional Service Pack2
Windows Vista

Windows 2000/Me/XP :Pentium®III500MHz or faster
Windows Vista :Pentium®III:1GHz or faster

Windows 2000/Me/XP:256MB or more
Windows Vista:512MB or more

160MB or more

1024 × 768 pixels or greater

65.000 colors or greater
A CD-ROM drive compatible with the above mentioned computer.
A USB port compatible with the above mentioned computer.

SD Memory Card Storage Capacity (Number of Images and Time)

Mode

Picture mode / Recording pixels

RAW (12M)
F4000 (12M)
N4000 (12M)
RAW3:2 (10M)
F3:2 (10M)
N3:2 (10M)

Still

RAW1:1 (10M)
F1:1 (9M)
N1:1 (9M)
N3264 (8M)
N2592 (5M)
N2048 (3M)
N1280 (1M)
N640 (VGA)
4000×3000

Text

2048×1536
640×480 (15frames/sec.)
640×480 (30frames/sec.)

Movie

320×240 (15frames/sec.)
320×240 (30frames/sec.)

* Number of recordable pictures and recordable time may vary depending on the manufacturer of an SD memory card
and shooting conditions.
* Average number of images and time.

Built-in memory

2
11
20

2
13
23

3
15
27
30
48
74

133
497

20
74

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512MB 1GB 2GB

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276

249

479

278

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8632

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24’2”

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4488

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12’19”

6’14”
24’5”

12’19”

4GB 8GB 16GB

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731

1436

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195

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