7 Reasons Why The Ricoh GR II Is Still Worth It | My Favorite Everyday Carry Camera
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In today’s video, we will tell you all the reasons why the Ricoh GRII is still worth it and why it is our favorite everyday carry camera compare to all other cameras that we have used. We will talk about who the Ricoh GRII is for and if you should get one for your photography journey, or if you should consider other cameras like the Ricoh GRIII, GRIIIX, or a Fujifilm camera. Thank you so much for watching.
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I got a GR after trying Fujis, Leica’s, etc. sold everything and kept my GR. It simplified my work and focus.
Awesome video. I was looking into the GRIIIx but you've convinced me to get the II.
An oldie but goodie and a Vancouverite too. Thanks great vid, may look for this used.
Super helpful video, thank you 🙏🏼
You are very welcome! I'm glad that you found the video helpful!
Awesome video! I still love my Ricoh GRII and I’m fact I’m thinking of selling my Fuji X100V and that is me camera I said I’d never sell. I love how you printed out the Playback Feature but the other thing I love is if the photo was taken vertically I love how the camera knows when you tilt the camera in playback and it makes the photo full screen. Not even my Fuji cameras do that.
The GRII goes everywhere with me and I've been able to capture some good shots with it. Having the camera around means I'm able to get the candid shots, the quick, blink and they are gone shots. I often challenge friends to a speed test against the mobile phones they have and GRII wins every time. I have three pre-sets and can shift from monochrome (my preferred choice to colour in seconds. I'm tempted by the GRIIIx- but that would mean carrying both cameras around with me............which is no bad idea......
Where did you purchase your orange camera strap?
the very moment I heard "lets just get straight to the point" I liked the video .🙌🏼
Thank you so much for supporting and liking the video!
I still use my Ricoh GR digital from 2005 8 megapixel CCD sensor. I love it. Goes with me everywhere.
The 11 is also a CCD sensor camera. I might get one.
Love this camera so much, can’t wait for the GR4 !
I can't wait for the Ricoh GRIV too! Thank you so much for supporting the video!
Awesome video! Where did you get the wrist strap?
Great review.
Thank you so much for your kind words and support on the video! It means a lot to us!
My brother! I shoot the Fujifilm X70 for all of these same reasons. I chose it for the flip screen and fixed (non-retracting) lens, but I got a big bit of dust on the sensor anyway and now I can't shoot darker than f6.4. 😂
I like the positive film look so I'm always shooting Velvia or Astia style. I really want to try a GR because maybe you made the better choice.
I regret selling mine to upgrade to gr3, the gr3 is an amazing camera don’t get me wrong but to me the gr2 has greater controlls and is lighter and easier to handle
i still can't believe they took away built in flash on GR3.. like it's literally one of the main thing that gives "the GR look"
great photographs!
Thank you so much for your kind words!
And I loooove the flash, you can get really creative in party photos. Actually I drop mine and the LCD and the screen that protects it broke, I got the LCD but haven’t found the protector to switch, do you know where I can find that 🤷♂️
Great video! Using the GR II as well as III. Looking forward to the IV. Love the wrist strap. Do you have a link for it?
Thank you so much for your kind words and support on the video! We actually got the wrist strap from a local dollar store, sorry.
Great video! Absolutely love this camera! Consider changing "GRII" to "GR II" in the title of the video as searching for "Ricoh GR" currently doesn't return your video.
Thank you so much for your kind words and suggestion!
I bought the Sony RX100 (i) for 60€ used. It has a 1" sensor, f1.8 aperture on the wide end. I can't decide if im gonna switch to the GR ii. I kind of like the opportunity of using the zoom lens and I dunno if the low light performance of the gr is any better - larger sensor, but 2 stops less light. Oh yeah - and I can buy four Sonys for one GR.
Hi,
I would like to know how geotagging is with the camera connected to the smartphone and if the smartphone communicates the position in real time with the camera. I need to record the GPS coordinates in the photo metadata RIGHT AT THE MOMENT THE PHOTO WAS TAKEN, with the precise coordinates. It's important to me.
Can you make a video?
Thank you.
It seems the GR II has a few benefits over later versions… namely the pop-up flash and the lower price point (especially for used). I think I’ll try to hunt one down, as your photos look fantastic.
Thank you so much for your kind words and support on the video!
God. The pop up flash. The better low light performance is worth it on the griii, but i miss the flash. They removed it to have room for the ibis, but I'd rather have the flash 🤣
How’s the durability of the GRII so far? How many shots have racked up? I’m just worried about the lens retracting mechanism tiring out or something. I like how Nikons et al feel more robust.
There is nothing wrong with 16mp, that is enough for top quality gallery standard prints. The sweet spot for digital sensors is believed to be between 12/20mp range. Nikon engineer who designed the iconic D700 even said this. This is the reason why lower MP cameras have a more charming character to them. Problem now is that camera manufacturers are in favour of higher MP because it sells cameras. To be honest I'd love to see the fuji GFX produce a sensor that is still large, but with a lower MP count.
hey Henry, I am currently indecisive about the gr ii. I have an offer for 500€ but is it really worth it, considering the gr ii is almost 10 years old? I could just continue saving and get the gr iii at that point, right?
thanks a lot!
You are very welcome!
I has the Nikon Coolpix AW130.
Hi! loved this video.. My GR II looks different and I'm wondering if you could possibly give me some advice on settings and features.. I can't seem to find videos that help me with this model I have.. Thanks so much
you might have a GRDii
Do you suggest gr2 over the gr3?
Just fell back in love with fuji x10 and carry it every day. This video is excellent as it was really hard for me to choose btw fuji and ricoh
Thank you so much for supporting the video! I'm happy that you are enjoying using your camera!
Seriously ? the X10 is the WORST digital camera I have ever used in 15 years of using digital cameras . The AF just does not work and the implementation of the continuous mode is seriously flawed
@@Harold6643 really? What is your favorite point and shoot then?
@@shortyz411 As mentioned elsewhere in the comments , imo the best compact camera BY FAR is the Ricoh GRII. Fantastics ergonomics , great IQ and contrary to the GRIII, the GRII can shoot in 4
@@Harold6643 thanks for the help gonna try to find one to buy used i guess. Know any good sites besides the bay?
Olympus stylus 1
Ricoh GR ii
Panasonic Lumix DMC-gx1
Leica T
Panasonic Lumix Lx100
Sony RX1r
Sorry to bother you with so many models to your way I just wanted to ask for an expert opinion hope you can help me as I'm not aware much of what to get just some basic need for a hobby and the selection above is what I narrowed it down, just wanted to know which one of then are more compact and fun to use
Would really appreciate it
I miss my GR II but I got the dust spot issue so I sold it.
I wonder if you can get low light performance with any APS-C sensor for street photography. Yes, you can couple with fast glass, let´s say at 1.8 aperture, but how do you zone focus? Does the GRIII solves these problems?
Not sure if i totally understand all of your question, but the griii is pretty solid in low light. It starts getting soft at 6400. It's not great for sure. That's the one thing with gr's that i want to improve. I had a fuji xpro2 years ago, and it rocks at 6400iso. Griii, eh, not as much. But if you're shooting more stationary subjects, you can use the ibis
@@Randuski my point is that when you have f/1.8 your depth of field is super small. Thus you will set the snap focus mode to whatever, let's say 1.5 m for example, and then your depth of field will be razor thin so you won't be getting people in focus at all during night. Imagine being in the street at night trying to catch people faces. With fuji you can more or less do that because you can go up to f/2.8 (thanks to higher ISO) and get somewhat decent focus zone. Thus, night street photography becomes a challenge. Yes, anybody can expose a building at night with neon lights for 30s and a tripod. That's not it. We want to be able to catch Bruce Gilden motion stop without the flash at night!
@@zazek84 oh yea for sure. What's kinda sad, is my iPhone 14 pro does better in low light, even if you turn off the night mode thing. It has a sensor at least 1/4 the size of the gr haha
I’ve been looking on eBay and Amazon for the gr 2. But I can’t find a single one with the effects button on the side.. am I missing something?
I think I've come to a conclusion. The 16mp has a button on the side. The 10mp does not
let's get straight to the point: could you tell us where to find a GH-3 ( or China knock off )
I prefer the GRII to every other compact camera including the GRIII models but I find it odd your review does NOT mention any reason why the GRII is in many ways better than its predecessors . Harold
Why do you prefer it?
Are you the same Dpreview Harold I keep seeing?
yo, I loved this video - been trying to choose between the Ricoh II, III, and IIIx for a long time (currently shooting with a 2005 GRD!) and… honestly I still can’t decide lmao i’m a chronic over thinker! But this is one of the best presented Ricoh videos I’ve seen :)
Thank you so much for your kind words and support on the video! It means a lot to us and you have definitely made our day!
I can buy your grd back! Mine recently broke down and I’m desperately looking for one
“The highest I would go on this camera is 3200 iso”
Man sounds like a low light banger to me.
Wifi transfer is horrendously slow for actual use
As soon as news of the GR3 came out at $900- I got me another minty GR1 for $350.
How? And where?
@@hh.c436 When shopping for ANY used camera, and you want it at VG/Ex/Mint Cond AND at a good price... you have to be prepared for the long haul- months! Eventually, something will usually (Usually!) show up- then ACT; and that said, there is ALWAYS the element of risk.
I got mine 2 years ago, believe on eBay or Amazon used.
@@stanb.5261 thanks for your response and tips! Currently eyeing a brand new GR II for $649 plus taxes CAD.
@@hh.c436 hey, where are seeing them still available new at that price?
@@craig_cunha it was available last week at Canada Camera in limited quantities. I missed it :(
in other words: it's a shitty camera but has a huge fanbase. (satire) 😊