RICOH GR IIIx

RICOH GR IIIx – come closer to the subject

The Ricoh GR concept can be described in a few words: image performance without compromise.

The GR IIIx is based on the original model of this series, the GR III. Difference to this, the GR IIIx has a more moderate focal length, which is considered more of a standard lens with 40 mm (equivalent to 35 mm format) than the original GR III with its angle of view, which corresponds more to a 28 mm lens in 35 mm format.
The GR III and the GR IIIx are identically equipped and differ only in the lens.

The result is one of the most powerful snapshot cameras, with excellent image quality, outstanding compactness and the more it is used, the less you want to give it out of your hands.

A mix of the highest-quality components is responsible for this. One of the main ingredients is the lens, which is equipped with our unique optical technology that always ensures high image quality. The RICOH GR IIIx is equipped with a 26.1 mm GR lens that offers a 40 mm lens equivalent angle of view in 35 mm format, which closely matches the photographer's effective field of view.

Lenses made of glass with a high refractive index and low dispersion, as well as aspherical, high-precision moulded glass lenses, are optimally placed in the lens construction to suppress optical distortion and chromatic aberrations to the absolute limit and achieve a high degree of sharpness. This results in images that are sharp, brilliant and rich in contrast across the entire image field, even at full aperture.

Image processing perfection
The GR IIIx is equipped with a high-resolution APS-C format CMOS image sensor with approx. 24.24 effective megapixels. This high-resolution sensor uses high-resolution detail reproduction of the high-resolution lens and is optimised for the best possible image quality, even for large-format prints.
Another important component in the ‘GR ENGINE 6’. The image processor improves the high image quality of the GR IIIx for even greater detail, while also providing improved responsiveness and functionality for autofocus and filming.
The image processor is supported by an ‘accelerator unit’. This reduces noise and achieves excellent resolution and colour reproduction across the entire sensitivity range.

The main components of the GR concept are: optimising image quality, snapshot functions and portability. The GR IIIx is always at the ready. It masters dark shooting conditions thanks to a maximum sensitivity of ISO 102400 and IBIS. This Shake Reduction minimises blurring on three axes (yaw, pitch and roll), and delivers exposure reliability of 4 EV.

Universal crop mode

By using the crop mode, you can take pictures equivalent to 3 lenses in a single camera. Images are captured with an angle of view equivalent to a 50 mm or 71mm focal length
By using the GR III and GR IIIx together, you can cover focal lengths from wide-angle to medium telephoto, because the GR IIIx has options for an angle of view corresponding to a focal length of 50 mm or 71 mm in addition to the basic focal length of 40 mm.
And with the optionally available GT-2 tele conversion lens, the angle of view is even extended to an equivalent focal length of 60 mm.

Improved smartphone connectivity with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth® compatibility
This model is equipped with Wi-Fi.

This allows you to connect to a Smartphone with an exclusive app to transfer images and control the camera remotely. Bluetooth® v4.2 (Bluetooth Low Energy) is also supported. Enjoy other convenient functions, such as automatic transfer of recorded images, transfer of downsized images, recording of location information captured with the connected smartphone, and display of Image transfer and remote shooting made easy with the App [Image Sync] Images on the camera can be transferred to a smart device using the [Image Sync] app. This function makes it easier to check images and upload them to social media. You can also take pictures remotely from your smart device.