Ricoh GR01158 Urban Edition
The 24.2MP APS-C sensor and sharp 40mm equivalent f/2.8 lens deliver DSLR-quality images in a 261g pocketable body, making it a discreet powerhouse for street photography. Its customizable manual controls and inconspicuous, phone-like form factor enable fast, stealthy shooting that avoids drawing attention. This camera is best for street photographers who prioritize image quality and portability over zoom range and video features.
Geen actuele winkelprijs
Overzicht
The 30-Second Version
The Ricoh GR IIIx is a pocket-sized APS-C monster with a 40mm lens that makes street photography feel effortless. Buy extra batteries, because you'll burn through them chasing shots this good.
Pros & Cons
Pluspunten
- Pocketable size with a 24.2MP APS-C sensor inside 93rd
- The 40mm f/2.8 lens is stupid sharp 85th
- Colors straight out of camera are gorgeous 79th
- Customizable recipes make JPEG sharing to your phone painless 78th
Minpunten
- Battery life is rough, expect 100-125 shots per charge
- Autofocus hunts in low light
- No weather sealing at this price is annoying
- Firmware updates are more confusing than they should be
Wat eigenaren vinden
The Word on the Street
Hoe de mening van eigenaren in de loop van de tijd veranderde
ExclusiefOp basis van wanneer klanten hun reviews daadwerkelijk schreven - zo zie je of de eerste lof standhield.
- Q1 202688/100
Buyers praise the excellent image quality, compact design, and good battery life. Minor issues include confusing firmware updates and lack of a tilting screen.
- Portable, lightweight, and comfortable to hold for daily or travel use.
- Outstanding image quality with sharp details and beautiful colors, even in low light.
- Good battery life when powering on and off; minimal need for extra batteries.
- Firmware update process confusing but rare; tilting screen missed by some.
- Q3 202587/100
Buyers praise sharp image quality, versatility for weddings and street photography, and easy film simulation customization, with one noting only a missing GPS module.
- Image quality and overall performance are highly praised, replacing even professional full-frame cameras.
- Film simulation recipes are popular; users easily customize and assign profiles to dials.
- Ideal for street photography and point-and-shoot use, with flexible raw/JPEG output.
- Lack of GPS module noted as a minor shortcoming by one user, but not detracting from overall satisfaction.
- Q2 202575/100
Reviewers praise the camera's portability, build quality, and image results, but one reports random failures with difficult warranty support, and another notes short battery life.
- Great portability and solid build for an EDC camera.
- Random failures after light use; convoluted replacement process.
- Battery life short (100–125 shots), but extra batteries are easy to carry.
- Excellent lens, image clarity, and flexible settings.
- Q3 2024100/100
Buyers praised the camera's portability, image quality, color profiles, and suitability for small hands. Some noted market scarcity and battery life management via spares.
- Excellent portability and discreetness; easy to carry in pocket for hours.
- Great image quality, sensor, color profiles, and instant JPEG sharing to phone.
- Comfortable for small hands; light weight recommended with wrist strap.
- Hard to buy in market but shipping from Adorama was fast and protective.
- Q2 202392/100
Buyers love the pocketable size, image quality, and fun shooting experience. Autofocus struggles in low light and battery life is short, but the camera is highly recommended for street photography.
- Pocketable size and magnesium build make it easy to carry everywhere.
- Excellent raw files with pleasing colors and dynamic range flexibility.
- Autofocus is slow in low light but snap focus works well with practice.
- Short battery life requires carrying multiple batteries for a full day.
- Q1 202373/100
Buyers praise the camera's pocketability, image quality, and 40mm lens, but note autofocus issues and poor accessory/service experiences.
- Compact size fits pocket; excellent image quality in sunlight.
- Autofocus struggles; misses focus even on clear subjects.
- Camera great, but bundled screen protector didn't fit, customer service poor.
- Macro mode highly useful; always with you for close-ups.
- Q4 202293/100
Buyers praise the GRIIIx as an exceptional everyday camera with superb 40mm lens sharpness, compact size, and image quality. Minor complaints include omitted wrist strap and charger, and an AF system that is good but not class-leading.
- Lens is incredibly sharp wide open with beautiful contrast; best 40mm lens reviewers have used.
- Exceptional image quality rivaling much larger cameras; great for travel and daily carry.
- Auto focus hunts and feels slow compared to Sony mirrorless, but workable for a compact.
- Wrist strap and charger not included; buyers felt these omissions were disappointing.
- Q3 202287/100
Buyers praise the camera's portability, image quality, and fun shooting experience, but consistently note poor battery life and some control quirks.
- Compact, pocketable design with sharp lens and beautiful images.
- Battery life is short; owners need 2-3 batteries for a full day.
- Fun and high-quality stills camera, but video quality is mediocre.
- Some controls require time to master; customization is not intuitive.
- Q1 202290/100
Buyers praise the camera's pocketability, image quality, and 40mm focal length for creative framing. One suggests weather sealing and a tilt screen for future versions.
- Pocketable size allows everyday carry
- Image quality rivals larger cameras, especially in difficult light
- 40mm focal length encourages creative composition
- No weather sealing or articulating screen wanted in next version
- Q4 2021100/100
Buyers love the pocketable design, high-resolution JPEGs, and the 40mm lens. One notes autofocus hunts in low light and wishes for better weather sealing.
- Pocketable size and high-quality JPEGs praised.
- 40mm lens considered a sweet spot for versatility.
- Autofocus hunts in low light and no weather sealing.
- Customizable controls and leaf shutter for flash use.
Gebaseerd op 39 gedateerde klantreviews, gegroepeerd per kalenderkwartaal. Analyse per periode is in het Engels.
De feiten
Performance
The sensor sits in the 92nd percentile for this category, and it shows. ISO stretches to 102400, and while you won't want to live up there, the low-light shots this thing pulls off are genuinely impressive. The 40mm focal length is the real story though. It's tighter than the classic 28mm GR, and that changes everything. You get more natural compression, better subject separation, and a field of view that feels closer to how your eyes actually see a scene. The IBIS gives you 4 stops of stabilization, which helps when the light drops. But here's the surprise: the autofocus hunts in low light. For a camera this good at everything else, that's a weird blind spot.
Specifications
Full Specifications
Sensor
| Type | CMOS |
| Size | aps-c |
| Megapixels | 24.24 MP |
| ISO Range | 100 |
| Processor | GR ENGINE 6 |
Autofocus
| AF Type | Auto-area AF, Zone AF, Select AF, Pinpoint AF, Tracking AF, Cont |
| Eye AF | Yes |
Shooting
| Max Shutter | 1/4000 |
Video
| Max Resolution | 1080p |
| RAW Video | Yes |
Display & EVF
| Screen Size | 3" |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| Articulating | No |
Build
| Weight | 0.3 kg / 0.6 lbs |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| USB | USB-C |
| Hot Shoe | Yes |
vs Competition
The GR IIIx doesn't really compete with the Canon EOS R5 or Nikon Z9. Those are full-size mirrorless beasts built for speed and video. The GR IIIx is a different animal entirely. The closest real competition is the Fujifilm X100 series, which offers a similar fixed-lens compact experience with a hybrid viewfinder. The Fuji gives you that viewfinder and better battery life, but it's bigger and pricier. The GR IIIx wins on pure pocketability and that 40mm lens. If you want a camera that disappears into your jacket and still delivers APS-C image quality, the Ricoh is the pick. If you need a viewfinder and longer battery life, look at Fuji.
| Spec | Ricoh GR01158 | Sony Cinema Line FX30 | Nikon Z Z9 | Panasonic Lumix G G9 II | Fujifilm X100 X100VI | OM System OM-1 Mark II |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | compact | cinema | mirrorless | mirrorless | compact | mirrorless |
| Sensor | 24.2MP aps-c | 26MP aps-c | 45.7MP full-frame | 25.2MP micro-four-thirds | 40.2MP aps-c | 20.4MP micro-four-thirds |
| AF Points | - | 759 | 493 | 779 | 425 | 1053 |
| Burst FPS | - | 120 | 30 | 75 | 13 | 120 |
| Video | 1080p | 4K @120fps | 8K @120fps | 4K @120fps | 6K @60fps | 4K @60fps |
| IBIS | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weather Sealed | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weight (g) | 261 | 646 | 1160 | 575 | 522 | 511 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | AF | EVF | Build | Burst | Video | Sensor | Battery | Display | User Sentiment | Connectivity | Gebruikersoordeel | Affordability | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ricoh GR01158 | 76.2 | 39.9 | 68.5 | 34 | 50.8 | 93.4 | 47 | 63.8 | 65.6 | 77.9 | 85.4 | 38.3 | 78.7 |
| Sony Cinema Line FX30 Compare | 97 | 87.8 | 95.6 | 99.6 | 92.3 | 95.4 | 96.6 | 87.7 | 82.7 | 96.1 | 94.3 | 16.9 | 89.1 |
| Nikon Z Z9 Compare | 93.6 | 91.9 | 99.3 | 95.4 | 98.8 | 70.9 | 98.1 | 87.7 | 98.4 | 96.1 | 94.3 | 8.6 | 89.1 |
| Panasonic Lumix G G9 II Compare | 98 | 91.7 | 94.6 | 96.2 | 97.6 | 63.9 | 91.9 | 87.7 | 94.3 | 96.1 | 89.8 | 21.8 | 89.1 |
| Fujifilm X100 X100VI Compare | 92.4 | 90.5 | 91.6 | 81.4 | 89.5 | 99 | 94.2 | 87.7 | 82.7 | 96.1 | 92 | 19.7 | 93.9 |
| OM System OM-1 Mark II Compare | 98.8 | 99.8 | 91.4 | 99.6 | 85.2 | 51.7 | 95.8 | 87.7 | 82.7 | 96.1 | 89.8 | 17.5 | 99.6 |
Prijs
Value & Pricing
At around $1,297 USD, this isn't a casual purchase. But you're paying for a lens and sensor combo that punches way above its weight class. The battery life stings, and you'll want to grab a couple spares. Still, for a camera that delivers this kind of image quality in a package this small, the value is there if street photography is your thing.
Lees meer
Overview
The Ricoh GR IIIx is the camera you buy when you're done pretending your phone is good enough. It packs a 24.2MP APS-C sensor and a razor-sharp 40mm f/2.8 lens into a body that actually fits in a shirt pocket. The one thing to know? This is a street photographer's dream machine with image quality that embarrasses phones and rivals mirrorless rigs three times its size.
Common Questions
Q: Is the Ricoh GR IIIx good for street photography?
It's basically built for it. The 40mm lens gives you a natural field of view, the body is tiny and unobtrusive, and the image quality is outstanding. You can shoot from the hip using the rear LCD and nobody even notices you.
Q: How bad is the battery life really?
It's the weakest part of the camera. Most owners report 100-125 shots per charge, which means you'll want at least two spare batteries for a full day of shooting. The USB-C charging helps, but you'll still be swapping cells.
Q: Does the GR IIIx have a viewfinder?
No built-in viewfinder. You compose using the 3-inch rear touchscreen. Some people add an external optical viewfinder, but that's extra cost and bulk. If a viewfinder is a dealbreaker, look at the Fujifilm X100 series instead.
Who Should Skip This
If you're looking for a do-everything camera with great video, fast burst shooting, or a viewfinder, this isn't it. The video tops out at 1080p, the burst rate is mediocre, and there's no EVF. Go grab a Fujifilm X100V or a Sony a6700 instead. This is a specialist's tool, not a generalist's.
Verdict
Buy it if you're a street photographer who wants a camera that's always with you. The image quality is outstanding, the 40mm lens is a joy, and the size means you'll actually carry it. Just budget for extra batteries and accept that low-light autofocus will occasionally frustrate you. For the right shooter, this is the best everyday carry camera on the market.
Usage Scores
- Algemeen60.7
- Video55.9
- Travel55.7
- Youtube49
- Beginner66.8
- Vlogging48.5
- Streaming61.3
- Photography66.8
- Wedding Events51.2
- Sports Wildlife46
- Product Photography71.6
