This Function Expand Firmware has been designed to further enhance the performance and operability of your RICOH GR IV Monochrome, by adding the latest functions and new settings to the camera.
Based on the five development principles for GR cameras (please watch also the GR-Story) we react on user wishes and requirments and adding functions and new settings with new firmware versions.
Please find with this page information about RICOH GR IV Monochrome updates.
This firmware update does not apply to the GR IV and GR IV HDF
21.10.26 - By upgrading to the newest firmware version, the following functions are added / updated
RICOH GR IV Monochrome (V1.10)
Applied Products: RICOH GR IV Monochrome
Changes to V1.10
Improved Contents
● Added the [Solarized Effect] Image Control.
This monochrome mode creates a fantastical and surreal effect through a unique rendering that includes inversion of the tones and contours of black and white images. You can shoot images while checking the effect in real time on the camera's rear LCD monitor immediately before shooting, without the need for darkroom processing and printing or image editing on a PC.
You can also use the exposure compensation function to adjust the desired rendering and contrast between light and dark areas when shooting.
When [Solarized Effect] Image Control is selected, press the Fn button to select from three types:
[Type 1], [Type 2], and [Type 3].
[Type 1] (Default)
This mode boldly reverses the tones in the mid-brightness range while maintaining the brightness relationship between highlights and shadows. It produces an impressive and surreal effect characteristic of solarization.
[Type 2]
This mode creates two inverted areas in the highlights and shadows while maintaining the overall brightness relationship of the image. It retains a photographic appearance while making it easier to apply the distinctive solarization effect to areas such as the contours of the subject.
[Type 3]
This mode provides a more subtle effect without inverting the highlights. By reversing the tones in the shadow areas, dark areas appear to emerge, creating a unique glossiness that differs from reality and a subtle sense of unease.
● The “AF Point” option has been added to Customize Settings → Memory.
When the check mark is removed from “AF Point” (set to Off), the focus point returns to the center position when the camera is turned off and then on again.
*For Zone Select AF, Select AF, Pinpoint AF, Tracking AF, and Continuous AF: When the check mark is selected, the camera retains the position of the selected focus point, as before.
● Added [Restore User Mode Settings] to [1] USER Mode under Menu > Customize Settings.
When [Restore on Power Off] is selected, the settings registered in User Mode will be restored when the camera is turned off and then turned on again.
When [Do Not Restore on Power Off] is selected, the shooting settings in effect immediately before the camera is turned off will be retained when the camera is turned on again.
● Added [Connection While Power Off] to the Wireless Communication Settings under Menu > Setup > [6] Communication Settings.
You can select [On] or [Off] for [Connection While Power Off].
The screen below shows the Wireless Communication Settings selected under Menu > Setup > [6] Communication Settings.
Pressing the Direct Key [Drive/Right] button on the screen above displays the items as shown on the screen below, allowing you to select [On] or [Off] for [Connection While Power Off].
When [Connection While Power Off] is set to [On] on the screen above:
The camera remains in a standby state, continuously waiting to receive signals from the smart device app [GR WORLD].
Even when the camera is turned off, you can turn it on from the smart device app.
Pressing the Direct Key [Drive/Right] button on the screen above displays the screen below.
On this screen, select [Off] using the Direct Key and press the OK button to display the screen below.
When [Connection While Power Off] is set to [Off] on the screen above:
The camera will no longer accept any signals sent from the smart device app [GR WORLD], helping to reduce battery consumption.
To turn the camera on again, press the power button on the camera.
● Added the certification mark required for use in India.
● You can now change the end screen displayed when the camera is turned off using the smart device app [GR WORLD].
● Improved stability for general performance.
* All of these improvements are designed to enhance your experience. Please update your firmware.
* Applying this update to the GR IV will also include all features and changes introduced in version 1.11 and earlier.
* Once this update has been performed, you will not be able to restore the previous version.
RICOH GR IV Monochrome Update to V1.10
In this context, we would like to draw your attention to the ‘GR-World’ app.
The latest feature allows you to update the firmware via the app.
You can find out more by clicking on this link...
