RICOH GRIII Officially Announced

Sandy Hancock · 03-15-2019, 04:37 AM

Originally posted by clackers

A 1" sensor (two?) is now real quality.

Exactly.

gnibur · 03-15-2019, 11:59 AM - **2 Likes**

Received my GRIII today, lives up to the expectations so far.

aaacb · 03-15-2019, 01:25 PM

On Instagram, Ricoh Pentax just posted that the griii is in stock now and the first 50 orders in the us get a blue ring.
https://www.instagram.com/p/BvCm7viFDoU

JPT · 03-15-2019, 07:10 PM

There are some images in this report. You can click an image to open and the the enlarge icon at the top left to see the full size image.

?????? | KASYAPA | 516:GR????RICOH GR III? | PENTAX & RICOH

**BarryE** · 03-16-2019, 01:27 AM

To all those with an earlier GR, buying the new version, can you make a few comparison shots, please. As the pixel pitch has increased, the DR will probably come down a little (sensor age will affect this), and because of the increase from 12 to 14-bit the final image will have more data. So simple comparative shots using harsh lighting, through to dull lighting to be able to compare the DR, the processing "depth" available and the colours, would be very helpful. Anyone, happy to try ...?

reh321 · 03-16-2019, 04:46 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by BarryE

To all those with an earlier GR, buying the new version, can you make a few comparison shots, please. As the pixel pitch has increased, the DR will probably come down a little (sensor age will affect this), and because of the increase from 12 to 14-bit the final image will have more data. So simple comparative shots using harsh lighting, through to dull lighting to be able to compare the DR, the processing "depth" available and the colours, would be very helpful. Anyone, happy to try ...?

Once the 'accelerator' cuts in, DR may actually increase, but I'm not sure effect from either cause will be noticeable at "normal" ISO levels.

**BarryE** · 03-16-2019, 12:03 PM

Originally posted by reh321

Once the 'accelerator' cuts in, DR may actually increase, but I'm not sure effect from either cause will be noticeable at "normal" ISO levels.

Maybe. Guess this uncertainty is why I'm asking. As ISO increases the DR difference would normally lean towards the larger pixel pitch, all things being equal. However, the accelerator may make some difference...

victormeldrew · 03-16-2019, 12:25 PM

I will post some pictures once I get my hands on it. Unfortunately, due to industrial action in Germany, the shipment to the UK was held up at UPS. So...Tuesday it is.

**BarryE** · 03-16-2019, 01:04 PM

Originally posted by victormeldrew

I will post some pictures once I get my hands on it. Unfortunately, due to industrial action in Germany, the shipment to the UK was held up at UPS. So...Tuesday it is.

Thank you. Hope you get it soon ...

aaacb · 03-16-2019, 01:21 PM

I got an email today from bh apologizing (?!) that they expect to ship the camera on Monday.

Originally posted by reh321

With my KP, I lower the LCD

Not that I have a camera with a tilting screen, but I'm worried I'd bump the screen all the time if it was extended like that. Do you find that an issue when walking, or tend to use the lcd when sitting/standing? I either look through the viewfinder, or just not look at all (not a great habit..), I'm now using dslrs with fixed screen or film cameras... wondering how the gr iii will be in use, in theory it will be a good fit for me.

reh321 · 03-16-2019, 01:28 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by aaacb

Not that I have a camera with a tilting screen, but I'm worried I'd bump the screen all the time if it was extended like that. Do you find that an issue when walking, or tend to use the lcd when sitting/standing? I either look through the viewfinder, or just not look at all (not a great habit..), I'm now using dslrs with fixed screen or film cameras... wondering how the gr iii will be in use, in theory it will be a good fit for me.

I don't extend it when I'm moving. Most of the time I use the OVF. I lower the LCD only when
(1) very dark, I need to use manual focus with high ISO, and lowered position is more stable than a variation of 'zombie mode'
(2) I see a situation where I want to be discrete. I either lower the LCD while standing in position to take the photo or while sitting in position to take the photo.

jypfoto · 03-17-2019, 04:50 PM

Originally posted by aaacb

On Instagram, Ricoh Pentax just posted that the griii is in stock now and the first 50 orders in the us get a blue ring.
Ricoh Imaging on Instagram: ?The #ricohgriii is now available to purchase. The first 50 orders receive the limited edition blue ring, GR stickers and the GR story book!??

Wondering how they’ll track the 50 preorders, gotta believe that some of us preordered from B&H, some from Amazon, some from their local camera store.

Sitting right now in the airport with my II next to me, had hoped that the III would be out before I left, but alas, it’ll have to wait for me when I get back.

**monochrome** · 03-17-2019, 04:59 PM

Originally posted by jypfoto

Wondering how they’ll track the 50 preorders, gotta believe that some of us preordered from B&H, some from Amazon, some from their local camera store.

Sitting right now in the airport with my II next to me, had hoped that the III would be out before I left, but alas, it’ll have to wait for me when I get back.

I assumed they were the first 50 orders from the Ricoh Imaging website after the pre-order period. I was sorely tempted.

victormeldrew · 03-18-2019, 08:18 AM

Originally posted by jypfoto

Wondering how they’ll track the 50 preorders, gotta believe that some of us preordered from B&H, some from Amazon, some from their local camera store

Here, the 2 main retailers were saying that ALL preorders received the blue ring.

RonHendriks1966 · 03-18-2019, 09:41 AM

Originally posted by jypfoto

Wondering how they’ll track the 50 preorders, gotta believe that some of us preordered from B&H, some from Amazon, some from their local camera store.

Sitting right now in the airport with my II next to me, had hoped that the III would be out before I left, but alas, it’ll have to wait for me when I get back.

You make 5000 books, stickers and Blue rings........and everyone is special.

03-15-2019, 01:25 PM	#243
aaacb Pentaxian Join Date: May 2016 Photos: Gallery Posts: 3,726	On Instagram, Ricoh Pentax just posted that the griii is in stock now and the first 50 orders in the us get a blue ring. https://www.instagram.com/p/BvCm7viFDoU Last edited by aaacb; 03-15-2019 at 01:57 PM.

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03-15-2019, 04:37 AM	#241
Sandy Hancock Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Adelaide Hills, South Australia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 11,275	Originally posted by clackers A 1" sensor (two?) is now real quality. Exactly.

03-15-2019, 11:59 AM - 2 Likes	#242
gnibur New Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Bergen Photos: Gallery Posts: 6	Received my GRIII today, lives up to the expectations so far.

03-15-2019, 07:10 PM	#244
JPT Pentaxian Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Tokyo Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,821	There are some images in this report. You can click an image to open and the the enlarge icon at the top left to see the full size image. ?????? \| KASYAPA \| 516:GR????RICOH GR III? \| PENTAX & RICOH

03-16-2019, 01:27 AM	#245
BarryE Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Hampshire, UK Posts: 1,654	To all those with an earlier GR, buying the new version, can you make a few comparison shots, please. As the pixel pitch has increased, the DR will probably come down a little (sensor age will affect this), and because of the increase from 12 to 14-bit the final image will have more data. So simple comparative shots using harsh lighting, through to dull lighting to be able to compare the DR, the processing "depth" available and the colours, would be very helpful. Anyone, happy to try ...?

03-16-2019, 04:46 AM - 1 Like	#246
reh321 Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: South Bend, IN, USA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 23,185	Originally posted by BarryE To all those with an earlier GR, buying the new version, can you make a few comparison shots, please. As the pixel pitch has increased, the DR will probably come down a little (sensor age will affect this), and because of the increase from 12 to 14-bit the final image will have more data. So simple comparative shots using harsh lighting, through to dull lighting to be able to compare the DR, the processing "depth" available and the colours, would be very helpful. Anyone, happy to try ...? Once the 'accelerator' cuts in, DR may actually increase, but I'm not sure effect from either cause will be noticeable at "normal" ISO levels.

03-16-2019, 12:03 PM	#247
BarryE Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Hampshire, UK Posts: 1,654	Originally posted by reh321 Once the 'accelerator' cuts in, DR may actually increase, but I'm not sure effect from either cause will be noticeable at "normal" ISO levels. Maybe. Guess this uncertainty is why I'm asking. As ISO increases the DR difference would normally lean towards the larger pixel pitch, all things being equal. However, the accelerator may make some difference...

03-16-2019, 12:25 PM	#248
victormeldrew Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: South West UK Photos: Albums Posts: 1,493	I will post some pictures once I get my hands on it. Unfortunately, due to industrial action in Germany, the shipment to the UK was held up at UPS. So...Tuesday it is.

03-16-2019, 01:04 PM	#249
BarryE Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Hampshire, UK Posts: 1,654	Originally posted by victormeldrew I will post some pictures once I get my hands on it. Unfortunately, due to industrial action in Germany, the shipment to the UK was held up at UPS. So...Tuesday it is. Thank you. Hope you get it soon ...

03-16-2019, 01:21 PM	#250
aaacb Pentaxian Join Date: May 2016 Photos: Gallery Posts: 3,726	I got an email today from bh apologizing (?!) that they expect to ship the camera on Monday. Originally posted by reh321 With my KP, I lower the LCD Not that I have a camera with a tilting screen, but I'm worried I'd bump the screen all the time if it was extended like that. Do you find that an issue when walking, or tend to use the lcd when sitting/standing? I either look through the viewfinder, or just not look at all (not a great habit..), I'm now using dslrs with fixed screen or film cameras... wondering how the gr iii will be in use, in theory it will be a good fit for me.

03-16-2019, 01:28 PM - 1 Like	#251
reh321 Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: South Bend, IN, USA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 23,185	Originally posted by aaacb Not that I have a camera with a tilting screen, but I'm worried I'd bump the screen all the time if it was extended like that. Do you find that an issue when walking, or tend to use the lcd when sitting/standing? I either look through the viewfinder, or just not look at all (not a great habit..), I'm now using dslrs with fixed screen or film cameras... wondering how the gr iii will be in use, in theory it will be a good fit for me. I don't extend it when I'm moving. Most of the time I use the OVF. I lower the LCD only when (1) very dark, I need to use manual focus with high ISO, and lowered position is more stable than a variation of 'zombie mode' (2) I see a situation where I want to be discrete. I either lower the LCD while standing in position to take the photo or while sitting in position to take the photo.

03-17-2019, 04:50 PM	#252
jypfoto New Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Posts: 23	Originally posted by aaacb On Instagram, Ricoh Pentax just posted that the griii is in stock now and the first 50 orders in the us get a blue ring. Ricoh Imaging on Instagram: ?The #ricohgriii is now available to purchase. The first 50 orders receive the limited edition blue ring, GR stickers and the GR story book!?? Wondering how they’ll track the 50 preorders, gotta believe that some of us preordered from B&H, some from Amazon, some from their local camera store. Sitting right now in the airport with my II next to me, had hoped that the III would be out before I left, but alas, it’ll have to wait for me when I get back.

03-17-2019, 04:59 PM	#253
monochrome Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Working From Home Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 26,276	Originally posted by jypfoto Wondering how they’ll track the 50 preorders, gotta believe that some of us preordered from B&H, some from Amazon, some from their local camera store. Sitting right now in the airport with my II next to me, had hoped that the III would be out before I left, but alas, it’ll have to wait for me when I get back. I assumed they were the first 50 orders from the Ricoh Imaging website after the pre-order period. I was sorely tempted.

03-18-2019, 08:18 AM	#254
victormeldrew Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: South West UK Photos: Albums Posts: 1,493	Originally posted by jypfoto Wondering how they’ll track the 50 preorders, gotta believe that some of us preordered from B&H, some from Amazon, some from their local camera store Here, the 2 main retailers were saying that ALL preorders received the blue ring.

03-18-2019, 09:41 AM	#255
RonHendriks1966 Banned Join Date: Jan 2009 Photos: Gallery Posts: 9,675	Originally posted by jypfoto Wondering how they’ll track the 50 preorders, gotta believe that some of us preordered from B&H, some from Amazon, some from their local camera store. Sitting right now in the airport with my II next to me, had hoped that the III would be out before I left, but alas, it’ll have to wait for me when I get back. You make 5000 books, stickers and Blue rings........and everyone is special.