Ricoh GR IIIx black

With the GR IIIx, a wish of many photographers has now been realized

The chassis and the "user interface" of the GR III have been retained unchanged, and instead of the previous 28 mm focal length (KB equivalent), the new lens offers a focal length of 26.1 mm, which corresponds to 40 mm in 35 mm format, and thus almost to a "normal lens". This focal length is legendary, not only in the PENTAX system, and is considered the perfect compromise for classic reportage photography. It corresponds to a natural visual perspective, and allows a greater distance to the subject than before, which makes it possible to crop the subject with great depth effect.

Image quality without compromise

The RICOH GR IIIx is equipped with the newly developed 26.1mm GR lens, which corresponds to a 40mm angle of view in 35mm format, and closely approximates the effective field of view of the human eye. The lens, with this versatile angle of view can be used very universally. It lies between the wide-angle and normal ranges, and thus offers a wide range of image effects. With the RICOH IIIx, a number of new and improved features.

The RICOH GR IIIx was designed while maintaining the basic values for the GR series: Image Quality Optimization, Snapshot Capabilities, and Mobility.

The new GR lens for perfect sharpness performance, with high resolution and high contrast

The GR lens incorporates RICOH IMAGING's unique optical technology to ensure high image quality at all times. While a compact optical system consisting of 6 elements and 4 groups with a focal length of 18.3 mm (approx. 28 mm KB equivalent) and an aperture of F2.8 is used in the GR III, a new optical system consisting of 7 elements and 5 groups with a new focal length of 26.1 mm (approx. 40 mm KB equivalent) has been developed for the GR IIIx. Both lenses feature high-precision molded glass lenses with high refractive index and low dispersion. In addition, aspherical glass lenses have been optimally integrated into the respective optical systems to suppress optical distortion and chromatic aberration to the absolute limit and achieve a high level of sharpness. The result is sharp and clear images across the entire image area, even at open aperture settings.

Large 24.2 MP APS-C format image sensor, for perfect image capture.

The GR III and GR IIIx are equipped with a high-resolution approx. 24.24 MP CMOS image sensor in APS-C format. In addition to a wide dynamic range, it is also suitable for large-format prints.

The filterless anti-aliasing (AA) design, supports lens performance and ensures the best possible image quality when the image sensor and lens work together.

Advanced image processing options and high responsiveness

Discover the possibilities with the image processor, the GR ENGINE 6 .

The image processor - the GR ENGINE 6, in the GR III and GR IIIx is an important factor in image creation. It enhances the GR's basic high image quality and provides more detail. Fast processing enables a combination of high-resolution sensor and 14-bit color depth (RAW).

This engine also contributes to improved responsiveness and functionality in autofocus and movie shooting.

Shooting at ISO 102400 is made possible by our proprietary signal processing technology

In addition to the image processor, the GR III and GR IIIx feature an accelerator unit. The signal output from the image sensor is prepared for processing in the image processor, reducing noise and providing excellent resolution and color reproduction over the entire sensitivity range - even when shooting at ISO 102400.

Body-integrated Shake Reduction (IBIS) on three axes brings exposure reliability of up to four exposure stops

Despite the smallest housing dimensions, the engineers have succeeded in integrating Shake Reduction into the housing of the GR III and GR IIIx. This reduces camera shake during snapshots, even at longer exposure times, to produce sharp images.

The IBIS system minimizes camera shake on three axes, delivering exposure reliability up to 4 stops*.

* Measured in accordance with CIPA standards.

AA filter simulator through the Shake Reduction mechanism - to reduce false color and moiré

The effects of the optical anti-aliasing (AA) filter are simulated by the moving Shake Reduction (SR) sensor. By moving the image sensor slightly during exposure, false colors and moiré are suppressed.
Depending on the subject, you can choose whether to focus on resolution or reducing false colors and moiré. Select [High] or [Low] for the effect settings.

● This function is only available at shutter speeds lower than 1/1000 second.

Capture the moment

A compact body and functional design with high performance

When developing the GR III, as well as the GR IIIx, the goal was to achieve a high level of functionality with the most compact body dimensions. For example, the body size is comparable to the DIGITAL IV, although the latter was only equipped with a 1/1.7-inch image sensor.
A minimalist design was aimed for to create a camera where compactness and creative possibilities are paramount. The layout of the buttons and dials has been chosen so that they can be operated comfortably with one hand.

Hybrid AF with a combination of phase correction AF on the image plane and contrast detection AF

The AF system is a combination of phase correction metering on the image plane for fast metering and contrast detection for high focusing precision.
The usual contrast detection AF problem during focusing has thus been reduced to achieve the fast shooting performance required for street photography.

Short power-on delay of just about 0.8 seconds

The lens barrel is driven by a powerful motor, so it moves quickly from rest to shooting position. In addition, the power-up program sequence has been optimized to shorten the power-up time. The built-in lens cover also eliminates the need to remove a lens cap.

So they never miss an opportunity to take a picture.

Multiple focus modes for versatile subjects and shooting styles

Eight focus modes are available, including continuous autofocus for many occasions. Here, the focus point can be controlled on the touch-sensitive LCD monitor, and touch and slide movements on the display can also directly control the AF frame.
And with Touch AF, simultaneous focusing and shutter release is possible. Simply tap the subject on the display and the camera focuses and releases - so no spontaneous snapshot is missed.

Face and eye detection, for even faster response when shooting portraits

This function is enabled in [Auto Area AF], [Select AF] and [Pinpoint AF]. When the face or eye is detected and focused, the focus point is highlighted. Easy switching of the focus point is possible in [Auto Area AF]. This allows you to conveniently switch between detected faces and other subjects without turning off face/eye detection.
Eye detection is new on the GR IIIx and will be available on the GR III with a firmware update.

Never miss a shot with Full Press Snap

In Full Press Snap mode, they save important fractions of a second. In this feature, the camera sets to a preset distance value, saving time, and captures the moment in a split second.
Full Press Snap can be triggered by using the shutter button or by touching the LCD monitor.

Touch panel and command dial for intuitive camera control

Customizable buttons and functions to suit your own style

The LCD monitor is equipped with a touch panel. By simply touching and moving, you can move the AF frame or access the menu. You can also pinch to change the magnification during playback, swipe to view the previous and next frames, or double-tap the monitor to return to the center of the frame. In addition to that, there is the four-way button with the dial around it. This "user interface" allows the camera to be operated quickly with just one hand while holding the camera securely.

The camera controls can be customized in many ways. For example, the ADJ and Fn buttons can be user-defined. Or you can save entire sets of settings to the U1/U2/U3 functions on the mode dial. This allows you to quickly and easily adapt the camera to different requirements.

Expanding the range of printing options

Advanced Image Control for more creativity in image composition

The GR III and GR IIIx are equipped with the "Image Control" function. This is reminiscent of analog photography, in which different image styles are controlled by film selection. With eleven different presets, different image styles can be simulated and, if necessary, further refined and adapted to one's own needs.

The variable parameters, depend on the image style selected, but include the following options: Saturation, Hue, High/Low Correction, Contrast, Contrast (highlights and shadows), Sharpness, Shading, Clarity, Toning, Filter Effect, Grain Effect, HDR Tone Value and Hue.

New "DOF (Depth of field) Priority" program automation, perfect for shooting with pan-focus

The simplest, and often most reliable, exposure control in snapshot photography is via program automatic. Here, the photographer has a total of three options for program control with the GR III and GR IIIx.
In addition to the "normal program", the camera also has a program line that gives priority to the open aperture. With the GR IIIx (and via firmware update also for the GR III) there is now also an option with priority to the smallest aperture setting (GR III*: F8.0, GR IIIx: F11).
In program mode in conjunction with the [Fixed Focus] setting, this achieves maximum depth of field for snapshots.

Macro mode, for versatile close-up shots

Pressing the macro button takes you into a completely different world of photography. The focus range is then between 6 and 12 cm (GR III) or 12 and 24 cm (GR IIIx) from the front of the lens, allowing impressive close-ups with beautiful background blur.

● Even when the focus mode is set to [Fixed Focus] or [∞], autofocus is activated as soon as the macro mode is activated.

"Star Trail" shooting in nature or in the city with the interval composite function.

This function is especially good for capturing the night sky with shooting stars and other celestial bodies. It can be started directly with the button for the recording function. Here, settings are made for the start, the recording duration or the saving of intermediate images. After the start, images are captured in 10-minute intervals to get impressive images of the night sky at the end. set.

● Use a tripod. Note that noise reduction at slow shutter speeds and SR are turned off.

● Focus, exposure, and white balance are fixed at the value of the first shot.

Crop mode allows you to change the cropping of the image and expand your composition options

Crop mode allows you to electronically adjust the shooting angle.
This provides shooting angles corresponding to focal lengths of 35 mm and 50 mm (KB equivalent) for the GR III, and 50 mm and 70 mm (KB equivalent) for the GR III x. This allows you to use the appropriate angle of view for your image idea directly when taking the picture.
In this way, you expand the creative scope with the GR III from realistic wide-angle shots that capture a lot of background information to standard focal length, while with the GR IIIx you cover the range from standard view to medium telephoto shots that are suitable for portraits and natural standard shots, for example.

Create special works with multiple exposure

Built-in ND filter - to get a wide variety of photographic expressions

There is no function to which the term "image composition" applies more than with multiple exposure, in which you combine several shots in one image. Here, the camera shows the previous shots on the display, making it easy to align and decide on possible changes to exposure parameters* to shoot another frame or stop shooting, and easily create exactly the kind of photography you have in mind.

* Exposure compensation, ISO sensitivity, aperture and shutter speed can be adjusted based on the exposure mode set for the first image. White balance cannot be changed                               

The GR III zand GR IIIx are equipped with an ND filter that can be turned on and off as desired, reducing exposure by two stops. This gives the option of working with an open aperture when shooting bright outdoor scenes in order to be able to speculate with the background sharpness, or to obtain a slower shutter speed in order to work with a motion blur.

Extensive exposure metering options

Image post-processing through in-camera RAW processing

The methods available for metering are [Multi-field], [Center-weighted], [Spot], and [Highlight-weighted]. The metering of highlights, in the case of high-contrast subjects or disproportionately exposed parts of the image, helps to keep the exposure even and suppresses light peaks at corresponding points.                           

Put the finishing touches on your images right after you take them. To do this, images in RAW format can be processed directly in the camera and saved as JPEG files. Adjust parameters such as resolution, aspect ratio, white balance, sensitivity, and image control options, and save the result as a JPEG file. In doing so, the RAW file remains in its original form and you can continue to make changes or reset them. .

Connectivity for more convenience

Enhanced smartphone connectivity with wireless LAN and Bluetooth® compatibility

This camera is equipped with a wireless LAN function. This allows you to connect to a smartphone to use the exclusive app to transfer images and control the camera remotely.

Bluetooth® v4.2 (Bluetooth Low Energy) is also supported. With this, you can enjoy more convenient functions such as automatically transferring captured images, transferring resized images*, recording location information captured by the connected smartphone, displaying camera images on your smartphone, or transferring images** from the camera even when it is turned off, etc.

*The new functions are also available for the GR III after firmware update.

**Transfer can only be performed when the camera is connected to a wireless LAN             

Easy image transfer and remote control with the free app [Image Sync]

Images from the camera can be transferred to a smartphone or tablet using the [Image Sync] app. This allows images to be reviewed, edited, and also uploaded to social media right away. In this way, the camera can also be operated via smartphone.

● [Image Sync] is available for free from the App Store (for iOS) or Google Play™ (for Android™).

Magnesium alloy body for high ruggedness and durability

A magnesium alloy was chosen as the manufacturing material for the camera. It not only ensures great stability and thus great safety, it also contributes to a pleasant and balanced portability. It sits well in the hand and gives the photographer a secure feeling when shooting. 

Ultrasound against dust on the image sensor

Dust is unfortunately the biggest enemy of photographers, and especially with a pocket camera like the GR III and GR IIIx, dirt does get on the sensor. Ultrasonic vibration is used to loosen this from the sensor so that it does not interfere with the images.

2 GB built-in memory for storing images - as an iron reserve

If the memory card should be damaged, or there is not enough space left on the card, approx. 140 images (JPEG: L, 3:2) can be stored directly on the camera's internal memory. The captured images can be copied to a memory card later.

● Images on the memory card cannot be copied to the built-in memory.

Excellent connectivity with USB Type-C port

The GR III and GR IIIx are equipped with an external USB Type-C interface. This allows the battery to be charged directly in the camera and even powered by a power bank. At the same time, it is also used to connect to a computer, TV, projector or other devices*.

*Depending on the connected device, a commercially available USB Type-C/HDMI conversion adapter may be required for connection.