Ricoh GR GR IIIx Black 2021
The 24.2MP APS-C sensor and sharp 26.1mm F2.8 GR lens (40mm equiv.) deliver a natural perspective in a 261g body, starting up in 0.8 seconds and featuring 4-stop IBIS. Its compact design incorporates a two-stop ND filter and 12cm close focusing, adding creative control for everyday shooting. This camera is best for street photographers and snapshot enthusiasts who want a 40mm field of view in a genuinely pocketable, responsive package.
Snapshot
Ventajas y desventajas
Pros
Cons
What owners think
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- Q1 2026100/100
Buyers loved the camera's portability and image quality, with minor firmware update confusion.
- Portable and powerful, takes amazing photos.
- Firmware update process was confusing.
- Delivered in perfect condition, would buy again.
- Q1 202560/100
Buyers praise the camera's image quality and portability, but significant complaints about build quality and aging sensor technology bring the overall sentiment down.
- Excellent image quality, versatility, and compact size for daily and street photography.
- Report of a defective scroll wheel on a new unit, with slow refund process.
- Camera is nearly 6 years old; poor low-light performance and contrast-based autofocus feel outdated at current price.
- Superb in optimal light, but low-light and highlight transitions suffer; user sees potential with a sensor refresh.
- Q3 2024100/100
Owners praise the camera's portability, image quality, and discreet design, noting it's easy to carry and use for street photography.
- Portability and discreetness enable everyday carry and unobtrusive shooting.
- Excellent image quality and fun color profiles with instant JPEG sharing via smartphone.
- Comfortable for small hands and lightweight for long walks; wrist strap recommended.
- Availability challenges but fast, secure shipping from Adorama noted.
- Q1 202372/100
Buyers praised image quality and pocketability but noted poor wifi/app connectivity, autofocus issues, and a frustrating screen protector experience from a third-party seller.
- Great image quality, especially in sunlight; compact and truly pocketable.
- Autofocus often misses focus despite clear subject indication.
- Wifi/app connectivity is unreliable; direct card use preferred.
- Screen protector sold with camera did not fit; poor customer service from Adorama.
- Q4 202289/100
Buyers praise the sharp 40mm lens, compact magnesium body, and excellent image quality, calling it a perfect everyday carry camera.
- Excellent image quality and sharp 40mm lens, even wide open.
- Compact, solid magnesium build that fits in a front jeans pocket.
- No viewfinder is a concern, but LCD works well for discrete use.
- Front ring fell off on one unit; felt loose even after replacement.
- Q3 202280/100
Buyers praise this camera's portability, image quality, and 40mm lens. Battery life is a common complaint.
- Excellent portability, sharp lens, and fun to shoot with.
- Great picture quality and color profiles, a good compromise.
- Battery life is short, requiring extra batteries for a day out.
- Mediocre video quality; some controls need time to master.
- Q1 202287/100
Buyers praise the GR IIIx for its pocketable size, sharp image quality, and 40mm equivalent focal length, though autofocus struggles in low light and misses about 20% of shots.
- Incredible image quality and sharpness, especially when focus is nailed.
- Autofocus is poor in cloudy/dim conditions, missing around 20% of shots.
- Fits in a shirt pocket; easily carried everywhere, unlike larger cameras.
- 40mm focal length is versatile for isolation but may feel tight; weather sealing and articulating screen desired.
- Q4 202195/100
Buyers praise the GRIIIx's 40mm lens, pocketable design, and image quality. One notes low-light autofocus hunting and wishes for weather sealing.
- 40mm focal length is ideal for many, offering a versatile alternative to 28mm.
- Compact size and superb JPEG quality make it a top pocket camera.
- Excellent ergonomics and customizable menu options are highly valued.
- Lacks weather sealing, limiting use in rainy conditions; AF hunts in low light.
Basado en 51 opiniones de clientes con fecha, agrupadas por trimestre natural. El análisis por periodo está en inglés.
The proof
Rendimiento
Especificaciones
Especificaciones completas
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 |
| Electronic Shutter | Yes |
Video
| Max Resolution | 1080p |
| 1080p FPS | 60 |
| 10-bit | Yes |
| RAW Video | Yes |
| Codec | H.264/MPEG-4 |
Display & EVF
| Screen Size | 3" |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| Articulating | No |
Build
| Weather Sealed | Yes |
| Weight | 0.3 kg / 0.6 lbs |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| USB | USB-C 3.2 / 3.1 Gen 1 |
| Hot Shoe | Yes |
Frente a la competencia
| Spec | Ricoh GR GR IIIx | Canon EOS R6 Mark III R6 Mark III | Sony a7 a7 V | Fujifilm X-H2 X-H2 | Nikon Z Z8 | Panasonic LUMIX GH7 GH7 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | compact | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless |
| Sensor | 24.2MP aps-c | 32.5MP full-frame | 33MP full-frame | 40.2MP aps-c | 45.7MP full-frame | 25.2MP micro-four-thirds |
| AF Points | - | 1053 | 759 | 425 | 493 | 315 |
| Burst FPS | - | 40 | 30 | 20 | 30 | 75 |
| Video | 1080p | 6K @120fps | 4K @120fps | 8K @60fps | 8K @120fps | 5K @120fps |
| IBIS | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weather Sealed | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weight (g) | 261 | 609 | 610 | 579 | 820 | 721 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Af | Evf | Build | Burst | Video | Sensor | Battery | Display | Connectivity | Social Proof | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ricoh GR GR IIIx | 65.5 | 35.5 | 89.4 | 28.4 | 52.2 | 89 | 44.9 | 54.7 | 70.5 | 79.8 | 71.8 |
| Canon EOS R6 Mark III R6 Mark III Compare | 98.3 | 87.3 | 94.5 | 92.8 | 89.3 | 58.3 | 96.4 | 98.9 | 93.1 | 92 | 99.5 |
| Sony a7 a7 V Compare | 95.3 | 88.2 | 94.6 | 90.4 | 89.3 | 59.6 | 96.5 | 99.4 | 93.1 | 96.8 | 96.1 |
| Fujifilm X-H2 X-H2 Compare | 87.4 | 95.4 | 89.2 | 84.8 | 95.2 | 97.5 | 96.8 | 82.8 | 93.1 | 92 | 93.6 |
| Nikon Z Z8 Compare | 89.9 | 89 | 98.4 | 96.1 | 99.4 | 64.2 | 88.8 | 82.8 | 93.1 | 96.8 | 84.4 |
| Panasonic LUMIX GH7 GH7 Compare | 83.5 | 87.3 | 97.6 | 95.1 | 97.2 | 55.7 | 89.1 | 82.8 | 93.1 | 77.2 | 96.1 |