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Ricoh GR (large sensor compact camera)

{{Short description|Digital camera model}}

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{{About-distinguish|a Ricoh digital camera|Ricoh GR film cameras}}

{{About-distinguish|the Ricoh GR released in 2013 and subsequent models|Ricoh GR Digital}}

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| maker = Ricoh

| type = Large sensor fixed-lens camera

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| sensor_type = CMOS

| sensor_size = 23.7 x 15.7 mm (APS-C type)

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| recording_medium = SD, SDHC, SDXC

| res = GR, GR II – 4928 x 3264 (16 megapixels)

GR III, GR IIIx – 6000 x 4000 (24 megapixels)

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| lens = 28 mm equivalent

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| shutter_speeds = 1/4000 s to 300 s

| f-numbers = f/2.8 at the widest

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| cont = 4 frames per second

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| speedRange = 100-25600

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| rearLCD = 3 inches with 1,230,000 dots

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| dimensions = 117 x 61 x 34.7 mm (4.61 x 2.4 x 1.38 inches)

| weight = 245 g including battery

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The Ricoh GR is a digital large sensor compact camera announced by Ricoh on April 17, 2013, one of a number of Ricoh GR digital cameras. It was succeeded by the Ricoh GR II in 2015, the Ricoh GR III in 2019, and the GR IIIx in 2021.

Ricoh GR

Unlike its predecessors (the "GR Digital" series), the Ricoh GR incorporated an APS-C image sensor, while retaining a relatively compact form factor. Coupled with its retractable lens, the GR is potentially the slimmest of any camera in its class when powered off. Aside from portability, reviewers praised the GR for its lens quality and ergonomics.{{cite web | url = https://www.dpreview.com/reviews/ricoh-gr | publisher = DPReview | title = Ricoh GR comparative review | first = Richard | last = Butler | date = June 20, 2013}}

An unusual feature of the Ricoh GR was its built-in ND filter. Its maximum shutter speed was variable, depending on the aperture setting (ie, 1/4000s was only available at apertures smaller than {{f/}}5.6).

The Ricoh GR series has been compared against the Nikon Coolpix A and the Fujifilm X70, other large sensor compacts with the same fixed focal length (28mm).

Ricoh GR II

DPReview said that over the Ricoh GR, the GR II is "a fairly minor update ... the camera isn't a dramatic update ... the core of the camera remains the same".{{cite web | url = http://www.dpreview.com/articles/0667380974/ricoh-gr-ii-whats-new-and-what-does-it-mean | publisher = DPReview | title = Ricoh GR II: What's new and what does it mean? | first = Richard | last = Butler | date = June 17, 2015 | accessdate = January 18, 2016}}

=New features=

  • 802.11/Wi-Fi – to remotely control the camera as well as providing the option to transfer images from the camera to a mobile device or computer
  • NFC
  • Maximum shutter speed when shooting at f/2.8 increased by 1/3 EV to 1/2500 s
  • Can shoot 10 raw frames at its maximum shooting rate of 4 fps (up from 4 raw frames)
  • Can save either individual raw files or a composite raw file when shot in interval mode
  • Autofocus during movie shooting
  • Option to trigger movie shooting across Wi-Fi, using the browser-based GR Remote app
  • Seven additional effect modes for JPEGs
  • An extra 'Color Temperature Extension' white balance mode
  • The internal flash can be used to remotely operate Pentax AF360 and AF540 flashguns as slaves
  • Tap (half-press) the shutter to enter shooting mode if the camera has been turned on by holding the playback button, which previously required a full press

Ricoh GR III

The Ricoh GR III was announced as "under development" on September 25, 2018, immediately prior to Photokina that year.{{cite web|first1=Vlad|last1=Savov|accessdate=March 19, 2019|title=Ricoh’s GRIII camera is just tiny and powerful enough to survive the smartphone age|url=https://www.theverge.com/2018/9/28/17913212/ricoh-griii-camera-apsc-hands-on-photokina-2018|date=September 28, 2018|website=The Verge}} The camera was released in March 2019.

While the GR II was seen as an incremental upgrade, the GR III was the result of a longer development cycle and boasted more significant changes. Ricoh indicated that several key components, including the sensor and the lens, would be upgraded. The body dimensions would decrease slightly, with the built-in flash removed. As July 30, 2020, a new firmware version was released.{{cite web |title=RICOH GR III firmware update released｜RICOH IMAGING |url=http://news.ricoh-imaging.co.jp/rim_info2/2020/20200730_029119.html |website=news.ricoh-imaging.co.jp |accessdate=November 18, 2020 |language=en}}

=New features=

  • Sensor resolution increased from 16 MP to 24 MP{{cite web | url = http://news.ricoh-imaging.co.jp/rim_info2/2018/20180925_026135.html | date = September 25, 2018 | title = RICOH GR III, a high-end digital compact camera, to be exhibited for a preview at Photokina 2018 | publisher = Ricoh Imaging Company, Ltd.}}
  • Redesigned lens (6 elements, 4 groups) {{cite web|accessdate=March 19, 2019|title=Ricoh GR III: 24MP APS-C, New Lens, 3-Axis IS, Touchscreen|url=https://petapixel.com/2019/02/22/ricoh-gr-iii-24mp-aps-c-new-lens-3-axis-is-3-touchscreen/|website=petapixel.com}}
  • Three-axis sensor-shift image stabilization{{cite web|accessdate=March 19, 2019|title=Get ready, Ricoh’s GRIII is On Its Way|url=https://www.digitalrev.com/article/get-ready-ricoh-s-griii-is-on-its-way|website=DigitalRev}}{{Dead link|date=March 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot |fix-attempted=yes }}
  • Expanded ISO range of 100 to 102,400 (2 stops higher than the GR II's max of 25,600){{cite web|first1=Alex|last1=Cranz|accessdate=March 19, 2019|title=Ricoh Finally Updated Its Cult Favorite Compact Camera, and It's a Beauty|url=https://gizmodo.com/ricoh-finally-updated-its-cult-favorite-compact-camera-1832784365|website=Gizmodo}}
  • More compact design (note: on-board flash removed){{cite web|accessdate=March 19, 2019|title=Ricoh GR III: new high-end pocket compact arrives|url=https://www.amateurphotographer.co.uk/latest/photo-news/ricoh-gr-iii-new-high-end-pocket-compact-arrives-126239|date=February 21, 2019|website=Amateur Photographer}}
  • Simulate an anti-aliasing filter (first seen on the Pentax K-3)
  • Dust reduction system "using ultrasonic vibrations" (named "DR II")
  • Autofocus upgraded to a hybrid system, with phase detection used in combination with contrast detection{{cite web|first1=Chris|last1=George 2019-02-21T22:00:18ZReviews|accessdate=March 19, 2019|title=Hands on: Ricoh GR III review|url=https://www.digitalcameraworld.com/reviews/hands-on-ricoh-griii-review|website=digitalcameraworld}}
  • Capacitive touch screen{{cite web|first1=Mark|last1=Wilson|accessdate=March 19, 2019|title=The Ricoh GR III lands to prove that compact cameras aren't dead yet|url=https://www.trustedreviews.com/news/ricoh-gr-iii-arrives-prove-compact-cameras-arent-dead-yet-3663359|date=February 21, 2019|website=Trusted Reviews}}
  • Minimum focusing distance improved to 6 cm from 10 cm{{cite web|accessdate=March 19, 2019|title=Ricoh GRIII Hands-On: Compact Street-Shooting Camera|url=https://www.tomsguide.com/us/ricoh-griii,review-6195.html|date=February 21, 2019|website=Tom's Guide}}
  • Video recording frame rate improved to 60 fps at 1080p (Full HD)
  • USB-C connectivity that can be used to charge the battery{{cite web|accessdate=March 19, 2019|title=Ricoh's $899 large-sensor GR III compact will go on sale in March|url=https://www.engadget.com/2019/02/22/ricohs-899-large-sensor-gr-iii-compact-will-go-on-sale-in-marc/|website=Engadget}}

Ricoh GR IIIx

The Ricoh GR IIIx was announced in September 2021.{{Cite web |last=Dadika |first=Jennifer |date=2021-09-14 |title=Ricoh announces the Ricoh GR IIIx |url=https://us.ricoh-imaging.com/ricoh-announces-the-ricoh-gr-iiix/ |access-date=2024-07-08 |website=Ricoh |language=en-US}} The camera was released the same month. An incremental update from the GR III, the GR IIIx includes a new 26.1mm lens.{{Cite web |title=Hands-on with the Ricoh GR IIIx |url=https://www.dpreview.com/articles/1411981563/hands-on-with-the-ricoh-gr-iiix |access-date=2024-07-08 |website=DPReview}}

Model differences

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! Model

! GR

! GR II

! GR III

! GR IIIx

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! Sensor

|colspan="2"|16 MP, CMOS, APS-C

colspan="2" |24 MP, CMOS, APS-C
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! Lens specification

|colspan="3"|18.3mm {{f/}}2.8
(Equiv. 28mm)

26.1mm {{f/}}2.8
(Equiv. 40mm)
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! Shutter speed

|300 ~ 1/4000 sec
(1/2000 at {{f/}}2.8)

300 ~ 1/4000 sec
(1/2500 at {{f/}}2.8)		colspan="2"|30 ~ 1/4000 sec
(1/2500 at {{f/}}2.8)
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! AF type

| colspan="2" |Contrast Detect

colspan="2" |Phase Detect and Contrast Detect
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! Built-in flash

|colspan="2"|Yes

colspan="2" |No
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! Image stabilization

|colspan="2"|No

colspan="2" |Yes, 3-axis
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! Dust reduction system

|colspan="2"|No

colspan="2" |Yes
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! Wi-Fi connectivity

|No

colspan="3"|Yes
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! Dimensions

|117 x 61 x 35 mm

117 x 63 x 35 mm109 x 62 x 33 mm109 x 62 x 35 mm
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! Weight

|245 g

251 g257 g262 g
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! Announcement date

|April 2013

June 2015September 2018September 2021
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GR II Accessories

  • GW-3 21mm-equivalent wide-angle adapter / lens{{cite web | url = http://www.ricoh-imaging.co.jp/english/products/gr-2/accessories/index.html | accessdate = September 25, 2018 | title = Accessories | publisher = Ricoh Imaging Company, Ltd.}}
  • GM-1 macro conversion lens

See also

References

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External links

  • [http://www.ricoh-imaging.co.jp/english/products/gr/ Ricoh GR official website]
  • [http://www.ricoh-imaging.co.uk/en/product/175844/digital-compact.html Ricoh GR II official website]
  • [https://www.grblog.jp/en/ Ricoh GR official community site]

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