Key Features
Sep 25 2018
Announced
24 megapixels
Resolution
| Brand | Ricoh |
| Sensor Type | APS-C |
| Sensor | CMOS |
| Weight | 257g |
| MSRP | $899USD |
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Overview of the GR III
If you're looking for a compact and powerful camera with excellent image quality, the Ricoh GR III might be just what you need. This camera has been on the market for over a year now, and has proven itself as a strong competitor among other advanced compact cameras. But what makes it so special? In this blog post, we will take a closer look at the Ricoh GR III, exploring its features and capabilities, as well as some of its limitations. We'll also provide some sample photos taken with the camera, so that you can see for yourself if it's the right choice for you. So let's get started!
Ricoh GR III Pros and Cons
Now, we will look more closely at our review of the Ricoh GR III camera. We will see what it can do and compare it to other cameras like it. We will tell you what's good about it and what's not so good. This way, you'll know if it's the camera for you!
Pros
Cons
Build and Construction
Body and dimensions
Ricoh GR III
| Weather sealed | |
| Dimensions | 109 x 62 x 33mm |
| Weight | 257g |
| Thickness | 33mm |
Weather Sealing
The Ricoh GR III is not sealed against water and dust, so it's important to be careful when using it in such conditions. If you often shoot in environments with water or dust, it's recommended to check out another camera with weather sealing.
Design and Handling
Main design features
| View Finder | Optical (optional) |
| Screen Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen Resolution | 1,037k dots |
| Body type | Large sensor compact |
Suitable for:
| Photography | Above Avg. |
| Videography | Above Avg. |
| Travel | Above Avg. |
LCD Screen
This camera has a fixed type 3.00" screen, with a display resolution of 1,037k dots. This makes the Ricoh GR III not as suitable for those looking for a vlogging camera as you cannot view yourself while shooting selfies easily. The camera also features a touch screen, which adds to its ease of use.
Viewfinder
GR III includes a optical (optional) viewfinder with no electronic viewfinder of resolution with a coverage of n/a and a magnification of n/a. This feature enhances the camera's suitability for outdoor photography in bright conditions.
Image Quality
Ricoh GR III has a 24MP sized CMOS sensor. You can shoot at maximum resolution of 24 pixels. Ricoh GR III has a native ISO range of 100 - 102400 which can be boosted to null - null. It can also save files in RAW format which gives you a wider room for post processing.
Key Features
Sep 25 2018
Announced
100 - 102400
ISO Range
| Sensor | APS-C |
| Extended ISO | null - null |
| Max resolution | 6000 x 4000 pixels |
DXO Sensor Scores
Overall
not tested
Color Depth
not tested
Dynamic Range
not tested
Low Light ISO
not tested
DXO mark sensor scores
The DXOmark rankings indicate that the Ricoh GR III camera has excellent color depth performance, which refers to the number of colors the sensor can distinguish. Additionally, its dynamic range is also excellent, allowing it to retain high amounts of details in both bright and dark areas of a scene. The camera's low light ISO performance is excellent, which is an important factor to consider if you plan to use it in dimly lit indoor environments or at night. Overall the image quality of the GR III is excellent
Crop Factor
Camera crop factor (or focal length multiplier) refers to how a camera's sensor size affects the apparent field of view of a lens. Crop factor is determined by comparing the size of a camera's sensor to that of a full-frame sensor, which is a standard reference size for camera sensors.
Size comparison
Crop factor calculator
Crop factor
1x
Full frame equivalent
24mm
This camera: APS-C
24mm
Connectivity, storage, battery
| Storage | Internal, SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) |
| Battery Life | |
| Battery Model |
| HDMI | |
| USD | |
| Wireless Connectivity |
Storage
The Ricoh GR III supports Internal, SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) with 1 slots for storage. This may suffice for everyday use. However, for professional applications such as wedding photography, it is not recommended as a memory card malfunction could lead to the loss of all footage.
Battery
The Ricoh GR III uses the undefined model of undefined. This is rated for undefined shots which is high. If you intend to take photos or record videos for an extended period, it might be a good idea to bring along additional batteries.
Photography Features
Flash
The Ricoh GR III does not have a built-in flash, but it does offer a flash shoe that allows you to attach external flashes. This provides more versatility in your lighting choices.
Shutter
The Ricoh GR III boasts a maximum mechanical shutter speed of 1/4000s, which is ideal for shooting fast-moving subjects in bright environments, such as in sports photography. Faster shutter speeds enable you to freeze the action and capture every detail, making it easier to get the perfect shot.
With a continuous mechanical shutter speed of n/a or an electronic shutter speed of n/a, this camera is not capable of capturing the perfect moment more easily, making it not as suited for wedding, sports, and wildlife photography. Higher shutter speeds make it easier to capture fast-paced action, ensuring that you never miss the perfect shot.
Autofocus
The Ricoh GR III includes two autofocus (AF) systems: contrast detection and phase detection, with null number of focus points.
While contrast detection is generally more accurate and precise, phase detection autofocus is faster and more effective in most situations, particularly when photographing moving subjects.
Phase detection autofocus works by dividing the incoming light into pairs and then analyzing how they intersect on the camera's sensor. This method allows the camera to determine not only if a subject is in focus but also the direction and distance needed to adjust the focus to achieve perfect sharpness.
On the other hand, contrast detection autofocus works by analyzing the contrast of an image and adjusting the focus until the highest contrast is detected. While this method is very accurate, it can be slow, especially in low light conditions or when photographing moving subjects.
FAQ
The Ricoh GR III features a CMOS sensor
No the GR III does not have weather sealing.
The Ricoh GR III was announced on Sep 25 2018
Yes the GR III does have in-body image stabilization that can compensate for camera shake, making it easier to shoot handheld in low light conditions.
The GR III has a native ISO range of 100-102400, which can be expanded to ISO null-null for even greater sensitivity in low light conditions.
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