{"id":11656,"date":"2026-05-11T11:36:58","date_gmt":"2026-05-11T11:36:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.analoggwerz.com\/?p=11656"},"modified":"2026-10-13T09:28:25","modified_gmt":"2026-10-13T09:28:25","slug":"test-ricoh-500g-la-magie-de-la-pellicule-perimee-en-montagne","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.analoggwerz.com\/en\/test-ricoh-500g-la-magie-de-la-pellicule-perimee-en-montagne\/","title":{"rendered":"Ricoh 500G: pocket rangefinder and expired film"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Review: film compact<\/p>\n

Ricoh 500G: the pocket rangefinder and the magic of expired film<\/h1>\n

By the team Analog Gwerz<\/strong><\/p>\n

Rangefinder<\/b> 35 mm \u00b7<\/span> Tried with expired film<\/b> \u00b7<\/span> Settings manual<\/b><\/p>\n

Ricoh 500G: the perfect companion for a week\u2019s holiday in Superbagn\u00e8res<\/h2>\n
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When it comes to going on holiday, choosing a camera is always a dilemma for film enthusiasts. Should you take the heavy SLR with its interchangeable lenses, or go light? For my recent week\u2019s holiday in Superbagn\u00e8res<\/strong>, I decided to travel light without sacrificing quality. I went for an overlooked classic: the Ricoh 500G<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

A compact rangefinder with big-camera credentials<\/h2>\n

The Ricoh 500G is a 35mm compact film camera with a coupled rangefinder. Released in the 1970s, it is known for its 40mm f\/2.8 Rikenon lens. What strikes you straight away is how compact it is: it fits easily in a ski jacket pocket or a small hiking bag, which proved essential on our long walks in Superbagn\u00e8res.<\/p>\n

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A break at the top, skis planted.<\/figcaption><\/figure>
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The valley, seen from the top of the slopes.<\/figcaption><\/figure>
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The chairlift, between two runs.<\/figcaption><\/figure>
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At the top: the terrace is already full.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>