THE NEW RICOH TLS 401 HAS FEATURES YOU'LL LIKE.
Exclusive 4-in-i range/view finder
enables you to capture your subject either through the eye-
level or waist-level eyepiece. And, you can switch the
average light measuring to spot light measuring or vice
versa as the occasion requires. The A (average) or S (spot)
mark in the viewfinder indicates the measuring area you
are aiming at.
Through-the-lens viewing
ends accidental subject cropping. . .you see your exact
picture in the viewfinder as you take it.4www.butkus.org
Through-the-lens focusing
Micro-split image rangefinder plus focusing screen make
extra-sharp pictures easier to take.
Through-the-lens system CdS exposure meter
measures the light with a high degree of accuracy.
Single stroke film-advance lever
also cocks shutter, counts exposures, and prevents double
exposures.
Instant return mirror
Automatically returns to viewing position the instant an
exposure is made --no viewfinder 'blackout" to delay
picture taking.
High Speed AUTO RIKENON Lens
lets you shoot in lighting situations where slower lenses
would fail; produces slides and prints of Superior
sharpness and color fidelity.
Automatic diaphragm
lets you focus and compose with the lens at its widest
opening --prevents viewfinder dimming when smaller lens
openings are selected.
High speed focal plane shutter
Full range of speeds from 1 second to 1/1000 second-plus
bulb--lets you "freeze" swift action as well as take photos
of excellent quality in even dimly-lit conditions.4www.butkus.org