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Question

Ricoh R8 Digital Camera

Jan 21, 2012 10:50PM PST

I have a Ricoh R8 camera, The lens is badly scratched and I have been in touch with the company who will charge me an extortionate price for replacing the lens. Does anybody have any suggestions for a good replacement camara for a reasonable price. I need a camera that takes excellent macro shots. Thanks.

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Lens Scratch
Jan 21, 2012 11:28PM PST

First - Many times a scratch will not even be noticeable when viewing the photos.
Can you see the results of the scratch in the pictures you take?

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Ricoh R8 scratch
Jan 22, 2012 4:23AM PST

Hi Snapshot,
Yes, the scratch is right in the middle of the lens and shows up as a blur. I really like this camera as it is easy to take about and I use it mainly for pictures of moths, flowers and other insects.
Thanks

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At first I thought this is a goner.
Jan 22, 2012 4:33AM PST