I Get the Ricoh GR III
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- Is this really the best street photography camera?
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When I was in the Leica store in Manila last year the representative and I were talking and of course, discussing Leica cameras and he asked me what I was shooting with today. I loved that question because it wasn't what camera do you have or have at home but what are you shooting with today. I was a bit embarrassed and showed him my old Ricoh gx200. The model before the GR came out. His eyes lit up and as I thought he was going to tell me to get a real camera and just buy that CL I was looking at he smiled and said to me, that is a great camera and so is the rest of the GR line today. Just about as good as a Leica. I was surprised that someone at Leica would tell me that, then he showed me his M8 and his GR2 in his camera bag. The whole point here, GR is a great tool.
Leica EU stores are licensed to sell Ricoh products because Leica was so impressed with the quality of them. That's a seal of quality, I think the last time Leica stores stocked non-Leica cameras was way back.
Love the Samual Streetlife section...that is how we all learned to use/love this little camera!!!
Yup! It really helped me to get a better grip on it. There was another guy who also did an excellent overview but I forgot the name of his channel. The video is about 40 min long.
I have a friend that uses it. She gets a big full frame DSLR on a strap on her shoulder and shoots with this. She said that once the subject sees the DSLR and sees that she is not touching it the subject does not notice the Ricoh.
Hmm that’s sneaky smart!
They wouldn’t notice her at all if she wasn’t wearing a DSLR like a purse.
@@carlosmcse nope, as soon as you look at some one they make eye contact.
@@orangekayak78 Good. Smile and wave. You’re not doing anything wrong.
It’s also the chimping with the viewfinder that makes people look at you
I love my Ricoh GR III. I'm not too picky about photo quality because i typically shoot for personal reasons. Glad you had the chance to try it out. I always appreciate the humor in your videos.
I absolutely love the GR III. Tiny size, superb raw and jpg images, and gotta love that 28mm focal length. Plus I shoot a lot with it while cycling and every button and dial is on the right side making it easy to change settings in motion.
Plus this is easily the best experience I've had transferring from camera to phone, then into Lightroom for editing. Sony, Canon, and Fuji all have such painful and unstable apps but somehow Ricoh nailed it. I'd buy another GR III in a heartbeat if I broke or lost it.
Quick edit: you're right that the focus can be really dopey and takes some getting used to. The batter life is pretty terrible too!
I was considering the GR put I couldn’t justify the cost, then I discovered the Fujifilm XF-10. I found a XF-10 on eBay with original box, manuals and all accessories with 3,045 shutter accusations. I did a lot of research on the FX-10 from the TH-cam community watching “how to” and “comparison to Gr” videos and Fuji forms. After watching the the camera for three weeks I offered the seller $300.00 he accepted and I’ve been using it daily. I pair it with my Fuji XE-3 with 23 & 35mm f2 lens and fits nicely in my Domke F-5XB camera bag. Also great video as always!
After I first picked one up I struggled to get photos I liked. I think it's because I was using it in environments it wasn't designed for. I decided to take it on a trip this past summer to Europe along with my X-T3 as a sort of backup and street cam. Suddenly it all made sense to me and some of my very favorite shots were captured with it. Achieving proper snap focus is incredibly satisfying and I love the highlight-weighted metering (which Nikon also has) to make sure I never blew anything out. I agree that while it's niche, it is the best tool for doing what it does. It's a shame Ricoh/Pentax isn't much of a player in the industry anymore - they clearly really know how to make amazing cameras.
This is an excellent review of a camera I struggle to explain to others sometimes, great work Omar. I think most GR owners (like myself) can sound a bit biased and overly enthusiastic when reviewing something and you make great points that everyone should be aware of before spending a large amount of money on a single camera/lens.
I've been in love with the GR series for a long time. I've been using the GR II for many years and ended up buying both the GR III (recently) and the GR IIIx (when it came out). I can recommend getting the wide angle add-on lens for the GR III, it's great.
I never had any issues with dust on the GR III bodies.
LOL I love your little skits, makes your videos actually fun to watch. Your photography style isn't my type, but im definitely subscribing for a lot of fun reviews :D
Great video Omar. It’s great that you “get” the GR as it’s often dismissed by those who haven’t used one. I’ve had Nikon and now use Fuji as my main system but most of my favourite photos are from my GRII.
OMG I LItERALLY got a GR3 3days ago and your video is the exact replica of my past three days (even the settings tutorial) love it!!!
Best review / overview of the Ricoh Griii. Most people overhype and don't go into detail on alot of the camera. Great job! I'm just going to wait for the gr4 since I believe it'll probably drop next year.
Omar I love your videos, you convinced me to buy my fuji T20 a few years ago and I'm happy with my camera! Now I'm back because I'm thinking about buying this camera for street photography. your reviews are amazing!!!
Omar's sense of humor is unbeatable! amazing video
I was hoping you’d do a GRIII video at some point, been keen to hear your thoughts. I have the GRIIIX which is identical but with the 40mm equivalent lens, it’s really great. I use my iPhone for 28mm shots and GRIIIx for tighter shots. Great pocketable combo.
It's a great choice for hiking and biking. If you need a small light camera for landscapes, you can even put a filter on it with an adaptor. You can fit it in a small pocket on your bike and be ready to shoot in a few seconds. I use it also when i have a 300mm hanging on my dslr, in order to make pictures of the environment.
Omar thanks again for putting this video together. A lot of us are very curious about the GRiii still. I have the Canon M6 Mii and it to fit the need with the option for interchangeable lenses, however its bulky. I mainly use it with the 22mm lens which gives me a 35mm field of view. Again I love the M6 Mii, but it is bulky. The mechanical shutter is loud compared to leaf shutters, so I tend to switch to electronic …… and I have the viewfinder which is great for us old guys and it has a flip up screen. Sadly Canon discontinued it. I would love to try the GRiiix though because of the field of view. *When I shoot in public, or street photography 85mm is really my jam, but that’s a bigger overall set up and I want smaller easier to carry.
I have both the GR III and GR IIIx, it takes some getting used to for sure. As you mentioned, the files are great! The boring exterior definitely works to help keep the camera easier to use on the street. Can it better? Absolutely. But it's my most used camera.
Loved it! Nice hilarious video of yours on one of my favourite camera series.
I have used the GRii for a few years and would love the iii but hard to justify the cost of the of the upgrade. The snap Focus is also fantastic when used with on board or off camera flash for those awesome action moments of your children, pets or events. Set one of the custom modes up for flash and then bang! Camera low and flash up high and you can create some awesome images without having to pre focus - my favourite feature.
I got that camera two years ago and damn! I love it. Many months I've stopped completely of using the X-T4 because of this camera. I love the highlights weighted metering mode, the macro is amazing for insects as well... And the positive film simulation is amazing!
I keep coming back for the hilarious snippets in your videos 😆 thanks for the info first but the comedy very close second!
Congratulation, Omar. This camera is awesome.
Lol who don't love a ninja! You crack me up. Appreciate your thoughts thankyou. I bought mine when launched and just couldn't get into it. Forgot my batteries for my main one day whilst out for the day, found the griii in the bag and used it. Not looked back. Hardly take anything else these days. Just makes me experiment more, im not thinking people are watching me or going to say anything if I photo them but for architecture and landscape with the wide lens wow, it's amazing.
Thanks again stay safe
Funny stuff, a colab with Samuel Streetlife someday? You two both have a positive vibe and imagine a fun video
Would love to. I was on as a guest once.
Man, as much as I enjoy your contents and learn from it I also enjoy watching your acts. Fun and educational! You are my first go to if I want to learn about fujifilm or mirrorless for that matter. You are also a watch collector/enthusiast, I guess. Have you ever considered openning a watch chanel? You are also a rider? You and I share three hobbies/ obsessions. What are the odds!
I was tempted by the GR III, but decided to go for the GR IIIX which is identical to the GR III, but has a 40mm full-frame equivalent lens rather than a 28 which I find a tad too wide. I agree about the learning curve and I've not been able to get snap focus working with the shutter button either. I was unsure at first, but now never leave home without my GR. Incidentally, I've found that the eye detection works really well. Street photography for the shy and retiring!
Read the manual.
I recently bought the GR3X....tip.....sent off for a proper printed manual......several companies do this.......excellent manual arrived....cost around £20.....Worth every penny..!!!.......also got the Ricoh viewfinder...helpful in bright sunlight.........So far so good.......goes everywhere with me........!!!!!!
@@peteraustin370 Is this manual Differenz to the digital manual you can download? More detailed how to operate and more technical insights may be in regard to exposure modes?
@@r423sdex Yep - it’s good advice. First thing I always do is download PDF versions of manuals to my phone.
Your videos are the best funny and informative thank you Omar
Zeppole! Is a traditional and local sweet we eat in carnival. Love it!
In Italy there are different kinds of zeppole, but those of marche region have the donuts's shape
I would also argue the GR I/II/III are also PERFECT for moments you don't want to intrude on with a full-sized camera. I have photos of the first moments of my daughter's life, after an extremely stressful unplanned c-section. The idea of walking in with a full camera around my neck after such an experience was not happening, so i left my Fuji in my bag and brought the Ricoh. Similarly, with the wide angle, it worked great in the first 6-9 months of her life (because she mainly stayed where she was) to just have in my pocket, or on the sideboard to grab and snap a pic when the light was perfect etc. Now I have the GRIIIX as she is so mobile, but I don't want to bring my full camera gear down the park every time we just go to play on the swings!
I realise it's not advertised this way - but this was a HUGE, huge part of that period of time for me. I also just have it in the car at all times in case i see something, or go somewhere but don;t want to look like I'm on assignment!
I hope your wife has able to overcome the trauma (you too) and you are all well!
@@MottiWolkenbruch hey thank you appreciate that
I think ist’s definitely time for a … on the street with Omar Gonzalez!
This is the best snapshot camera ever. Quick and image quality is fantastic.
I got a Ricoh GR first as a carry around but just couldn't get into it. I got a Fuji X70 instead and found it so much better for my needs, the flip screen being the main factor
i just love your style of camera videos, i would love to have a ricoh gr also for travel purpose - in all those countries were its dangerous to take picture with bigger proper cameras... and of course for street pictures :D
Same chap who does the Fuji weekly recipe app does the same for the GR family. Worth a look lots of old film stocks recipes available.
That flower photo was amazing, by the way. Lol!
You got some great shots at night. I just picked one up last week. Thanks for going over so much in this review!
Glad I could help!
best camera i’ve ever owned amazing stunning beyond that’s my good old gr3
The 40mm equivalent Ricoh has become the camera I take when I don't want to take a camera
I am considering buying the grIIIX so thank you for you sharing the experience
Fun video!! Lots of fun...
Thanks.
I just ordered one.
I’ve just exchanged my Fuji for the Richoh I’m loving it ! I love Fuji cameras but I was finding that I was leaving at home This camera is just always in a pocket it’s simplicity is beautiful and the images 👌and the snap focus and snap priority work brilliantly! Makes you feel ninja when out compared to the beauty of the Fuji x100f which does catch peoples eye. Great in low light too 🎉
I was hoping you’d do a review of one of these. Sam has some good ones. That was GReat.
Interesting review. Hadn’t thought much about the Ricoh. I did not realise raw files could be edited in-camera. That has been a game-changer for me.
The wind noise effect when you dress up as a ninja, is that from Thief: The Dark Project???
Im just getting into the built in film simulations, they are customisable which is really cool, tinkering to get one with a nice filmic look
How did I know you were going to pull up a Samuel Streetlife video? Because that's exactly what I would do if I picked up that camera! 🤣
Great vid! I so regret selling off my X70. Wondering if the Ricoh could be a replacement. But no flipscreen, that’s a bummer. BTW, nice PRS in the end shot ;)
I had one for a while. It's a very good camera, lens is really sharp. I just couldn't get used to composing with the screen and the slow low light auto focus.
I just bought it , for street photography. Also got a wide lens. I was student of photography 15 years ago but I will have to relearn everything again. Wish me luck
Samuel knows his cameras and street photography :D great resource for directions. I believe the wizard at 10:16 is supposed to be Jafar from Aladdin.
Fantastic video. I may try out this camera if Fujifilm doesn't make anything more compact than X100 series. And yes, always trust B&H :)
I encourage everyone to keep tapping 10:16 over and over just for fun.
Better than snap focus is the Snap Distance Priority, released last year. It's another exposure mode where you can set the distance and the level of depth of field, and the camera does the rest.
Totally agree about the cam makers needing to copy Fuji's film sim game. It's one of the main things that draws me to Fuji. Such a doable thing that adds enjoyment to the process and potentially removes the need to get bogged down in photo editing.
There's a while app for sims and they are pretty great
have you tried the xf10? its definitely a compromise in some ways (slowish focus) but it too is stealthy and flies under the radar but has snap focus too which is ace.
Omar, thanks for this vid as I’ve been thinking about this camera. One question, though. The Italian feast which you photographed…was it the feast of St. Gerard in Newark? East Hanover had a Columbus Day feast too. I’m in Morristown so easy to get to either
Great video. I love my Ricoh GRiii!
That was fun! Thank you!
That's a fun review, with some lovely examples! Interesting that you mention the ZV-1. I had the GRⅢ, until it got stolen. Then after more than a year without camera, I bought the ZV-1. Yes, the GRⅢ is fun for street, and IQ is certainly much higher. On the other hand, the fast tracking AF in the ZV-1 is convenient for macro and in nature, in combination with the zoom. Also for street at night, because I can always shoot wide open. Just the ZV-1's is dumb to operate, especially having to go through a menu to change modes. I wish Sony provided a firmware update.
Hahaaa... how crazy is that :) :) ! Just like me when I had my GRIII...ditched the printed manual and watched Samuel Streetlife's Video for the setup ! 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
8:06
I don’t know why but I literally LOL’d at this part.
omar i used a somt rx100 as well as my fuji xt2 for street i have a blast with both. i know ricoh is apsc and has snapfocus, but the rx100 has amazing low light performance and an amazing viewfinder and 20 mp great for black and white.
Those GR cameras are amazing once you play with them you will want to try the Pentax route for DSLR
I had the GR2 and sold it because didn't focus good. BUT the ergos (like GR3) are amazing!
Loved your video; well if you like this for stealth, the original 8.1mp digital on B&W/ snap is bliss + use it against your black umbrella on rainy days, perfect for stealth image. Has to be the best street camera, certainly better than my XH1.
I am sure Samuel of the GR III channel would lover his cameo on your TH-cam channel.
A little late but definitely get the thumb grip. Sold this camera a few months ago and I’ve regretted it ever since. Not sure if I want to get it again or try the X version.
Overall still a great camera for streets and general nature light photography
I'm desperate to get his camera. I love my X70, but the quality and natural look of the GRIII is just out of this world for the size. I don't event mind that there's no flip up screen for waist-level, the the buttons break easily, and it's a dust magnet. There are workarounds for all those things just to get the IQ.
It's really interesting to see how people react when you are using a camera.
Huge difference between my Sony A7 and my RX100.
And nowadays I almost feel that the RX100 is even more stealth than a smart phone for some reason.
I'm a Fujifilm guy. I purchased the GRIII this summer, and took it to Scotland. I had it for two days there and took a dive down some castle stairs and borked the lens in/out mechanism!. :( I need to send it in and get it repaired, but I'm afraid the repair is going to meet/exceed the cost of a new one. I will say it was very handy to use while touring. I guess it could have been worse, my XPro3 could have taken the fall instead. ;)
I miss visiting B&H... Great video!
I constantly go back and forth about this camera. I was on my way to buy one but last minute something pulled me towards the Lumix GX9 for street. It is super small and I love the flippy screen. Nice image-quality in good light, fast and responsive, and very adaptable. If I had the spare money, I'd give the GR III a try still. But the dust, batteries and screen keep me waiting to pull the trigger. Secondhand are still pretty expensive. I guess I'm going to wait and see what they do with a GR IV or whatever.
I agree with you.
Just got my GR3X from B&H instant credit with Payboo I was happy with how easy it was to buy. Shipping took less than 2 days !!
I prefer using the Fuji XF10 over this one. Also XF10 can be called a dust sealed body vs the dust sucker GRiii. I have both. Hopefully fuji releases an updated competitor
Just swapped from the Fuji XE4 to the Ricoh GR IIIx. Great companion to my XPro2 👯♂️
GR 1 was my favorite digital camera. Ran into rough times had to sell off all my gear. Miss the GR the most out of the digital and the Nikon F3 and FM3a for film. Camera prices have gotten crazy. I got the GR for maybe 450 dollars in 2015? Now Gr3 is 1000. Bit crazy if you ask me.
This is the fastest camera I've ever used, with the Snap Focus (and especially the new "Snap Distance Priority Mode") one can really just concentrate on the decisive moment and quickly snap a photo at the exact moment, without fiddling with the camera, AF points etc. The desired focus distance can be blindly pre-selected just by rotating the front wheel in predefined increments (1, 1.5, 2, ... meters), so it's really just about learning what distance corresponds to each composition (like half/full body shot, group, etc.), it becomes second nature after a while, and the camera can be operated almost blindly without much thinking. This assumes good light though, when small apertures can be used, in low light shooting becomes much slower, but the image stabilization helps a lot (I really whish my small Fujis have IS btw).
Setting the distance is awesome and every photo is sharp and clear without a moments hesitation I get great shots, I couldn’t believe I’ve wasted so many years using a big DSLR
Would this work for someone switching from a smartphone, who mainly does a lot of travel to both cities AND hiking out in nature? I thought it could given its small form factor and the fact you can get a wide conversion lens for the GRiii if you really need the wider lens for landscape photography. Please let me know your thoughts.
Not sure if you’ve looked into it, but you might like the Canon G7X III if you’re just looking for a good, small point and shoot.
Looking at the technical specs, it sort of reminds me of the K70 sensor. Even the size and ISO range is very close.
It's almost like they gathered all of their older K70 sensors and put them into the GR camera. Of course there are a few new features.
GRiii is so much fun… but I’m addicted to reviewing images on the EVF.. sunny SoCal.
I recently bought the GRiiix and LOVE IT! Welcome to the Ricoh family of “ninja street photographers “ LOL!
Excellent video 📹
The only camera you need for professional, architects, quantity surveyors, engineers etc.
Bit pricey.
They can afford it.
No nonsense ergonomics.
Yep Lintaro is the go to guy for Ricoh GR cameras, last time I watched he's into DSLR [Nikon D850] :D
I’m a Fuji shooter, but I had to get my hands on a GR IIIx, and I love it. Not sure the regular GR III is for me, but the X… It’s a super powerful little thing. The X100V is too big and heavy to bring in a pocket 😊
Hope Fuji make a X70 successor, the Ricoh is cool, but I need my dials!
@@CianMcsweeney I like my GRIIIX, but it would be a great combo with a "X80" 😊
If it were me I'd have to do the IIIx. Every time I've used a 28 on my SLRs I only took maybe one or to two landscape shots and that was it. For anything resembling subjects I want to capture, 40mm is my target, although I can make 35 or 50 work also.
But the thing that attracts me to this design has always been its "pocketability." It's why we take pictures with our phones: They are easy to carry. Anything with a lens that sticks out, just isn't.
Ricoh GR is a gem, no doubt. And I agree, if you aim to be "in the scene" 28 mm is a challenging lense for street photography. Even if it's such a stealth camera you need quite a nerve to shoot strangers that close and be ready for some angry reaction. 40 mm is much more forgiving allowing you to fill it easier and keep some distance.
My man.. ya it's not for everyone but amazing for what it's good at.
I notice when I shoot I end up adding grain in my photos anyways. So grain never really bothers me. Especially in street photography. Adds a nice element! Landscape and portraits I can see why grain would be bother people. But even my landscape photos I tend to lean more towards a filmic look anyways!
I've always wondered if the dust issue comes from the fact that maybe many people puts the camera directly in their pocket without any kind of case (hard or soft)...
Hi Omar, thank you for video. Off topic question, what crazy display you got there?
Hey, I was born in Cold Spring. Butterfield hospital was torn down many years ago, though. I grew up right across the river by West Point.
I just bought a used 28mm version. I'm wondering if I should also get a 40 because I love indoor parties and things, but 40mm would be great for the street
I have the GR2 and the GR3x. That 3x is better for street and generally better all round with stabilisation built in. I was very annoyed at no printed manual. For a £900 camera, I expect a printed manual.
You should try the GRIIIx that’s 40mm. That’s what I have and I love it.
Visti a Lisbona, ha alternato il suo signature Thunderbird con uno Spector 4 e un 5. Per me che non ho avuto l'occasione di vederli con la lineup originale é stata comunque una bella esperienza, certo avrei voluto vederli con i darrel, ma chi si accontenta gode.
It is one of the few unique cameras on the market. I love the film simulations. The quality of the lense is incredible, maybe a bit better than the Fuji X100V. The Fuji is a hipster, the Ricoh is a punk. Both are as different as it gets, but are my favourite cameras.
DOPE VIDEO! SUBBED!!🤘🏾🤘🏾
- THE BLACKMAN ARMED WITH A CAMERA
Hi Omar, I also recently purchased a Ricoh GR III. Did you already tried the Hard Monotone filter setting? When I do that, the air and clouds become really dramatic. Parts of the sky are100% black and the clouds are very white. It give a dramatic effect, as if you are looking at an old Frankenstein movie. But I am not sure if this is intended or that my Ricoh has a defect. How is you experience with the Hard Monotone setting. Please let me know.
I love my Ricoh for high contrast BnW street photography. The noise at higher ISOs looks horrible compared to Fuji cameras, but shooting BnW helps hide it a bit.
1:47 That X-mas bear has a very merry menace.
Bro!!! I’ve almost bought that camera for the last 3 years (in cart) 😂. But just wondered if it was just gonna be too much like my iPhone 📱
Living in super bright and sunny Tucson, there is no way I could shoot with only a back. So I continue to use my very able XT-30.
screen.