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**ffking** · 09-24-2018, 11:45 PM - **1 Like**

Next question - who makes the sensor?

(I think we might have to wait a while on that one)

beholder3 · 09-24-2018, 11:46 PM

I bet we 'll see optional smaller AF points in Pentax cameras then as well. The GR III now has "pinpoint AF" select mode.

**ffking** · 09-24-2018, 11:47 PM

Originally posted by sundown

Since it's still a prototype, maybe they can add it by spring time ? Even if not, I guess they can apply the ultrasonic sensor shake tech to remove dust too, can't they?

Well, it's got IBIS and AA simulation, so no reason not to

mannyquinto · 09-24-2018, 11:47 PM

Looks like an ideal compact camera:
- touch screen
- chargeable via USB
- Wifi (should probably have tethering)
- full HD
- face-detection
- clip-on viewfinder accessory

phoebus · 09-24-2018, 11:48 PM - **1 Like**

24MP, IBIS, USB-C including charging... RICOH GR III, a high-end digital compact camera, to be exhibited for a preview at Photokina 2018?RICOH IMAGING

No Pentax announcements...

sundown · 09-24-2018, 11:49 PM - **1 Like**

Also, USB-C should allow fast-charging

yucafrita · 09-24-2018, 11:50 PM

Originally posted by sundown

Since it's still a prototype, maybe they can add it by spring time

? Even if not, I guess they can apply the ultrasonic sensor shake tech to remove dust too, can't they?

Yes, I suppose so, too. The specs list SR as DR tool.

sundown · 09-24-2018, 11:51 PM

Originally posted by ffking

Well, it's got IBIS and AA simulation, so no reason not to

Actually, the Japanese site does mention it: "Image sensor cleaning using ultrasonic vibrations "DR II""

Adam · 09-24-2018, 11:52 PM - **4 Likes**

Quite underwhelming IMO, simply because it's not actually being launched yet. The specs seem mostly final to me.

As many predicted, they appear to be incorporating as much Pentax DSLR tech as possible into the new GR. It will be interesting to see how the new touch UI plays out. As for everything else, it simply couldn't be any other way after 5+ years.

One thing GR fans will probably be really happy about is the addition of dust removal, since dust was a complaint with previous models.

Originally posted by disconnekt

The interesting part is that it has a 2 EV ND Filter, buuut only takes UHS-1 memory cards.

The SD standard is by definition backwards-compatible, so that can't be right. Regardless, just about every card is UHS-I these days.

Also, the GR and GR II both have the ND filter feature already.

yucafrita · 09-24-2018, 11:52 PM

Originally posted by beholder3

I bet we 'll see optional smaller AF points in Pentax cameras then as well. The GR III now has "pinpoint AF" select mode.

I wondered what pinpoint means. Sounds good.

ogl · 09-24-2018, 11:57 PM

Originally posted by regular67

On the Japanese page, it gives more details and availability is ~~delayed~~ officially announced to Spring 2019.

the link http://news.ricoh-imaging.co.jp/rim_info/2018/20180925_026134.html?_ga=2.966...281.1515693049

ogl · 09-24-2018, 11:58 PM

Originally posted by sundown

Actually, the Japanese site does mention it: "Image sensor cleaning using ultrasonic vibrations "DR II""

German specs too. Dust Removall II.

mannyquinto · 09-24-2018, 11:59 PM

Originally posted by ogl

the link ??????????????????RICOH GR III?????RICOH IMAGING

Here you go:

RICOH GR III, a high-end digital compact camera, to be exhibited for a preview at Photokina 2018?RICOH IMAGING

Scheduled to be launched in Early, 2019

ogl · 09-25-2018, 12:04 AM

No info about fps, buffer, no 4:3 format noticed, no battery info...What else? EVF could be good as option...

superdave · 09-25-2018, 12:05 AM - **1 Like**

Look like a solid Pentax camera specs, but with no new technology to expect in future dslr body. And still no 4K or 120 fps movie mode.

09-24-2018, 11:52 PM - 4 Likes	#24
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,608	Quite underwhelming IMO, simply because it's not actually being launched yet. The specs seem mostly final to me. As many predicted, they appear to be incorporating as much Pentax DSLR tech as possible into the new GR. It will be interesting to see how the new touch UI plays out. As for everything else, it simply couldn't be any other way after 5+ years. One thing GR fans will probably be really happy about is the addition of dust removal, since dust was a complaint with previous models. Originally posted by disconnekt The interesting part is that it has a 2 EV ND Filter, buuut only takes UHS-1 memory cards. The SD standard is by definition backwards-compatible, so that can't be right. Regardless, just about every card is UHS-I these days. Also, the GR and GR II both have the ND filter feature already. Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating or purchasing one of our Pentax eBooks. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

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09-24-2018, 11:45 PM - 1 Like	#16
ffking Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Old South Wales Posts: 6,039	Next question - who makes the sensor? (I think we might have to wait a while on that one)

09-24-2018, 11:46 PM	#17
beholder3 Pentaxian Join Date: Dec 2011 Posts: 3,112	I bet we 'll see optional smaller AF points in Pentax cameras then as well. The GR III now has "pinpoint AF" select mode.

09-24-2018, 11:47 PM	#18
ffking Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Old South Wales Posts: 6,039	Originally posted by sundown Since it's still a prototype, maybe they can add it by spring time ? Even if not, I guess they can apply the ultrasonic sensor shake tech to remove dust too, can't they? Well, it's got IBIS and AA simulation, so no reason not to

09-24-2018, 11:47 PM	#19
mannyquinto Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: manila Posts: 152	Looks like an ideal compact camera: - touch screen - chargeable via USB - Wifi (should probably have tethering) - full HD - face-detection - clip-on viewfinder accessory

09-24-2018, 11:48 PM - 1 Like	#20
phoebus Pentaxian Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Buckinghamshire (UK) / Morbihan (FR) Photos: Gallery Posts: 470	24MP, IBIS, USB-C including charging... RICOH GR III, a high-end digital compact camera, to be exhibited for a preview at Photokina 2018?RICOH IMAGING No Pentax announcements...

09-24-2018, 11:49 PM - 1 Like	#21
sundown Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2009 Posts: 588	Also, USB-C should allow fast-charging

09-24-2018, 11:50 PM	#22
yucafrita Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Posts: 459	Originally posted by sundown Since it's still a prototype, maybe they can add it by spring time ? Even if not, I guess they can apply the ultrasonic sensor shake tech to remove dust too, can't they? Yes, I suppose so, too. The specs list SR as DR tool.

09-24-2018, 11:51 PM	#23
sundown Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2009 Posts: 588	Originally posted by ffking Well, it's got IBIS and AA simulation, so no reason not to Actually, the Japanese site does mention it: "Image sensor cleaning using ultrasonic vibrations "DR II""

09-24-2018, 11:52 PM	#25
yucafrita Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Posts: 459	Originally posted by beholder3 I bet we 'll see optional smaller AF points in Pentax cameras then as well. The GR III now has "pinpoint AF" select mode. I wondered what pinpoint means. Sounds good.

09-24-2018, 11:57 PM	#26
ogl Banned Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Sankt Peterburg Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 8,382	Originally posted by regular67 On the Japanese page, it gives more details and availability is ~~delayed~~ officially announced to Spring 2019. the link http://news.ricoh-imaging.co.jp/rim_info/2018/20180925_026134.html?_ga=2.966...281.1515693049

09-24-2018, 11:58 PM	#27
ogl Banned Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Sankt Peterburg Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 8,382	Originally posted by sundown Actually, the Japanese site does mention it: "Image sensor cleaning using ultrasonic vibrations "DR II"" German specs too. Dust Removall II.

09-24-2018, 11:59 PM	#28
mannyquinto Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: manila Posts: 152	Originally posted by ogl the link ??????????????????RICOH GR III?????RICOH IMAGING Here you go: RICOH GR III, a high-end digital compact camera, to be exhibited for a preview at Photokina 2018?RICOH IMAGING Scheduled to be launched in Early, 2019

09-25-2018, 12:04 AM	#29
ogl Banned Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Sankt Peterburg Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 8,382	No info about fps, buffer, no 4:3 format noticed, no battery info...What else? EVF could be good as option...

09-25-2018, 12:05 AM - 1 Like	#30
superdave Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Posts: 228	Look like a solid Pentax camera specs, but with no new technology to expect in future dslr body. And still no 4K or 120 fps movie mode.

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