The RICOH GR IIIx has been developed in response to user requests for a new GR-series camera that will add a new perspective to the highly acclaimed RICOH GR III. The GR III was released in March 2019, featuring a 28mm wide-angle lens and designed to further enhance the essential values of the GR-series: optimizing image quality, snapshot capabilities and portability. The newly designed 26.1mm GR lens provides a 40mm angle of view in the 35mm format, close to the photographer’s own effective field of view.
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The camera also provides a range of new and upgraded post-shooting functions to edit captured images to the photographer’s preference.
Image Performance without compromise
The RICOH GR IIIx is equipped with the newly designed 26.1mm GR lens, provides a 40mm angle of view in the 35mm format, close to the photographer’s own effective field of view.
It is also designed to further enhance the essential values of the GR-series: optimizing image quality, snapshot capabilities and portability.
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The detailed descriptive power of the 24.2 M large APS-C format image sensor
GR III/GR IIIx is equipped with a high-resolution, wide dynamic range APS-C
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The new GR lens achieves sharp imaging with high resolution and high contrastThe GR lens has been imbued with our unique optical technology that aims to always provide high image quality. The GR III uses a slim optical system consisting of 6 elements 4 groups with a focal length of 18.3 mm (approx. 28 mm in 35 mm equivalent focal length) and aperture of F2.8. The GR IIIx uses a newly developed optical system consisting of 7 elements 5 groups with a new focal length of 26.1 mm (approx. 40 mm in 35 mm equivalent focal length). High-refractive index low-dispersion glass lenses and aspherical high-precision molded glass lenses are optimally placed in the lens construction according to each model’s optical system to suppress optical distortion and chromatic aberration to the absolute limit, delivering a high level of sharpness. This results in images that are sharp and clear across the entire frame even from the full aperture setting. |
The imaging processor on GR III/GR IIIx is the latest GR ENGINE 6. It elevates the essential high image quality performance of the GR for a greater level of detail. Faster processing makes the combination of high resolution sensor and multi-tone 14-bit RAW possible. This also contributes to improved responsiveness and functionality for autofocus and movie.
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Shooting at ISO 102400 is possible with our original signal processing technologyA high-performance processor "Accelerator Unit" is adopted on GR III/GR IIIx as a powerful way to support high image quality. The signal output by the image sensor is sent to the image processor after being optimally handled. This reduces noise, delivering superb resolution and color reproduction across the entire sensitivity range. It also makes it possible to shoot at ISO 102400.
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 3-axis, 4-step Shake Reduction for high image quality across a wide shooting rangeCamera shake is reduced for crisp images even when taking split-second snapshots. Shake Reduction(SR) is installed while making the body size of GR III/GR IIIx compact. It minimizes the shake on three axes, including yaw, pitch and roll. Compensation effects deliver as many as 4 steps of shutter speed*. * Measured in conformity with CIPA standards. |
 AA filter simulator for reducing false colors and moiré thanks to Shake Reduction mechanismThe effects of the optical anti-aliasing (AA) filter are obtained with Shake Reduction(SR). Moving the image sensor slightly during the exposure suppresses false colors and moiré. You can choose whether to prioritize resolution or reducing false colors and moiré depending on your subject. Choose [High] or [Low] for effect settings. ● This function is available at shutter speeds slower than 1/1000 second. |
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A compact body and functional design packed with high performance The GR III/GR IIIx was developed focusing on keeping the body
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Hybrid AF with the combination of image plane phase-matching and contrast-detection AFThe AF system is a hybrid of image plane phase-matching and contrast detection. The advantages of high-speed focusing in image plane phase-matching AF and focusing precision in contrast-detection AF are combined. The common contrast-detection AF issue of searching for focus peaks has been reduced to achieve quick shooting performance required on street photography. |
A high output motor is used to drive the lens barrel so that it quickly moves from a retracted position to the shooting position. Also, the program process of start-up is optimized to reduce the start-up time. The built-in lens barrier also makes it unnecessary to remove the lens cap, so you will not miss a sudden photo opportunity.
Eight focus modes are available including Continuous AF for versatile shooting styles. LCD monitor that supports touch operations is also adopted for direct control over the AF frame using touch and slide gestures. You can also focus (Touch AF) and shoot while moving the AF frame for quick shooting in any type of composition.
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Face/eye detect autofocus to assist portrait shooting
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With Full Press Snap, you'll never miss a shot When the shutter button is pressed fully, the camera releases the shutter at the preset distance. This high-speed shooting functionality is unique to the GR, eliminating the focusing time lag when pressing the shutter button halfway so that you can instantly capture split-second moments. Full Press Snap also takes place by touching the LCD monitor. *The latest firmware is required to use the full feature with GR III. Click here for more details. |
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Touch panel and control dial that enables intuitive controls
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Customizable functions to suite one’s style ADJ. mode and Fn button functions are customizable. You can also save the camera settings that best match your shooting intentions or the subject to U1/U2/U3 on the mode dial, making controls more convenient to match your shooting style. |
Featuring a creative Image Control function, which integrates effect modes into conventional image setting operations. Using 11 basic Image Control modes, the user can easily adjust various parameters to create photos the way you like. The parameter includes the saturation, hue, high/low key adjustment, contrast, contrast (highlight and shadow), sharpness, shading, clarity, toning, filter effect, grain effect*, HDR tone level and color tone*.
● Parameters that can be adjusted differ depending on the selected Image Control option.
*The latest firmware is required to use the full feature with GR III.
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 Vivid
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 Hi Contrast B&W
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 Monotone
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 Soft Monotone
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 Hard Monotone
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 Positive Film
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 Bleach Bypass
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 HDR Tone
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 Retro
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 Cross Processing
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The new “DOF Priority (Deep)” Program Line that is perfect for shooting with pan focus Program Line includes [DOF Priority (Deep)]. This is a Program Line that maintains priority for a closed aperture (GR III*: F8.0, GR IIIx: F11) when shooting in the program mode. It deepens the depth of field and, when combined with the [Snap] setting of the focus mode, enables you to easily take pan-focus shots. * This function is also available with GR III update, which is scheduled for later release. |
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Macro mode, enabling close-up shots with the camera alone Simply press the macro button to take close-up shots using autofocus. The focus range is 6 to 12 cm (GR III) and 12 to 24 cm (GR IIIx) from the front of the lens. You can enjoy impressive close-up photos with rich bokeh effects. ● The macro mode and normal mode must be switched manually. ● The camera also switches to the macro mode and autofocus is enabled even when the focus mode is set to [Snap] or [∞]. Image [Right] 1/125 sec, F2.8, ISO200, 0EV, WB: Daylight, [GR IIIx] |
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Capture star trails with the surrounding scenery even in the city with interval composite shooting The setting items is specialized for star trail shooting. You can select this feature from drive modes for instant shooting. No need to set shooting interval of continuous shooting. Star trails can be set in 10 minute intervals (up to 24 hours), or you can choose from an unlimited shooting time. In addition, you can select many other settings such as saving interim images, set the trigger starting time and more. ● Use a tripod. Note that slow shutter speed noise reduction and SR are turned off. ● Focus, exposure, and white balance are fixed at the value of the first shot. 4 sec, F2.8, ISO200, 0EV, WB: Color Temperature, [GR III] |
Using the crop mode enables you to shoot compositions equivalent to having 3 lenses in a single camera. Images are recorded at an angle of view equivalent to a focal length of 35 mm or 50 mm with GR III and equivalent to a focal length of 50 mm or 71 mm with GR IIIx. Using the GR III and GR IIIx together covers from wide angle focal lengths to medium telephoto focal lengths. This expands the range of expression from wide angle shots with a sense of realism that capture a great deal of background information to medium telephoto shots suitable for such things as portraits and natural standard shots that resemble the actual subject.
● The focal length is equivalent in 35 mm format.
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Capture dreamlike shots with multi-exposure There is no longer a frame limit for compositing. Composited results can be viewed in a transparent display so you can check the composition while overlaying another frame. You can change the exposure parameter*, shoot, reshoot, and finish shooting for each shot to easily create exactly the type of photo you have in mind. * Exposure compensation, ISO speed, aperture, and shutter speed can be adjusted based on the exposure mode set for the first frame. The white balance cannot be changed. |
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Built-in ND filter that can be turned on/off This model is equipped with a built-in ND filter that provides two stops of exposure. Simply change the settings to defocus the background even in bright outdoor shots at the maximum aperture setting and express subject movement with a slow shutter speed for a rich variety of photographic expressions. |
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Full-featured metering modes including highlight-weighted option [Multi-segment], [Center-weighted], [Spot], and [Highlight-weighted] is available as a metering method. [Highlight-weighted] helps keep the exposure even, suppressing highlight blowouts in subjects illuminated by spotlights and high-contrast subjects. |
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Enjoy image finishing via in-camera RAW processing without using a PC RAW format data can be processed on the camera and saved as a JPEG file. Tune the photo exactly the way you want using just the camera, adjusting the recorded pixels, aspect ratio, white balance, Image Control and sensitivity. |
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P-TTL auto sync flash for versatile lighting An external flash can be used to shoot at full synchronization speed. PENTAX P-TTL auto flash (optional)* is supported for high-precision auto sync using a pre-flash. This makes it possible to use bounce flash and daylight sync for a greater range of photographic expression. *Supported flash units: auto flash AF540FGZ II, AF360FGZ II, AF540FGZ, AF360FGZ, AF201FG, AF200FG. |
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The new Conversion lenses that expand the focal length from super wide angle to medium telephoto The newly developed Teleconversion Lens GT-2** (optional) is also exclusively available for GR IIIx. Using this lens with GR IIIx in the crop mode provides an equivalent focal length of 75 mm*** and enables photos that express a feeling of tension similar to when gazing at the subject. The Wide Conversion Lens GW-4* (optional) is compatible with GR III. Attaching this lens to GR III, it widens the angle to an equivalent focal length of 21 mm. This enables shots with dynamic expression that make full use of the enhanced perspective and wide angle of view. *The Lens Adapter GA-1 (optional) is required to attach the Wide Conversion Lens GW-4 to the camera. GA-1 cannot be used on the GR IIIx. ** The Lens Adapter GA-2 (optional) is required to attach the Teleconversion Lens GT-2 to the camera. GA-2 cannot be used on the GR III. *** The focal length when [Crop] is set to [50mm]. When [Crop] is set to [71mm], the equivalent focal length is 106 mm. ● The focal length is equivalent in 35 mm format.
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| 1/60 sec, F5.6, ISO400, 0EV, WB: Daylight, [GR III + GW-4] | 1/160 sec, F2.8, ISO400, 0EV, WB: Color Temperature, [GR IIIx + TW-2] |
Using the crop mode enables you to shoot compositions equivalent to having 3 lenses in a single camera. Images are recorded at an angle of view equivalent to a focal length of 35 mm or 50 mm with GR III and equivalent to a focal length of 50 mm or 71 mm with GR IIIx. Using the GR III and GR IIIx together covers from wide angle focal lengths to medium telephoto focal lengths. This expands the range of expression from wide angle shots with a sense of realism that capture a great deal of background information to medium telephoto shots suitable for such things as portraits and natural standard shots that resemble the actual subject.
● The focal length is equivalent in 35 mm format.
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Enhanced smartphone connection via wireless LAN and Bluetooth® compatibilityThis model is equipped with wireless LAN. With it, you can connect to a smartphone, use the exclusive app to transfer images and control the *GR III will be supported with the coming firmware update **Transferring can be conducted only when connected to wireless LAN.
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Image transfer and remote capture is easy with [Image Sync]Images on the camera can be transferred to a smart device using the [Image Sync] app. Using this feature makes it easier to check images and upload them to social media. You can also shoot remotely from your smart device. ● [Image Sync] is available free of charge on the App Store (for iOS) or Google Play™ (for Android™). |
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Outdoor View Setting for high visibility and brightness that adapts to your surroundings This model is equipped with an Outdoor View Setting function that offers optimal visibility whether in bright outdoor settings or in dark environments. You can expand the brightness adjustment range of the monitor beyond its normal capabilities and quickly make selections for a wide range of situations. |
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Magnesium alloy body for toughness and durabilityOptical materials in front of the image sensor are vibrated with ultrasonic waves for powerful dirt and dust removal. This feature prevents dust and Excellent connectivity to external devices with USB Type-CA USB Type-C external interface is equipped on this model. Not only can
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2 GB of built-in memory for saving images when you need it mostThe camera alone can record approximately 140 images (JPEG: L, 3:2) for times when your memory card is damaged, or when you don't have enough space on the card. Recorded images can be copied to a memory card at once. ● Images on the memory card cannot be copied onto the built-in memory. Ultrasonic wave cleaning to keep the image sensor dirt freeOptical materials in front of the image sensor are vibrated with ultrasonic waves for powerful dirt and dust removal. This feature prevents dust and other particles from ending up in the image.
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MODEL DESCRIPTION
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Camera-Typ
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TTL autofocus, auto-exposure Compact digital-still camera |
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LENS
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Focal Lenght
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26.1mm (Approx. 40mm in 35mm equivalent focal length) |
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Aperture
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F2.8～F16 |
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Construction
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7 elements in 5 groups (2 aspherical lens elements) |
IMAGE CAPTURE UNIT
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Image Sensor
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Type: Primary color filter CMOS. Size: 23.5mm x 15.6mm |
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Effective Pixels
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Approx. 24.24 megapixels |
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| Sensitivity (Standard output) |
ISO100～102400 Auto (ISO Auto Lower/Upper Limit and Minimum Shutter Speed can be set), Manual |
| Image Stabilizer | Sensor-shift shake reduction (SR)(3-axis) |
| AA Filter Simulator | Moiré reduction using SR unit (Off, Low, High) |
| Dust Removal | Image sensor cleaning using ultrasonic vibrations "DR II" |
| File format | RAW (DNG) 14bit, JPEG (Exif 2.3), DCF2.0 compliant |
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| Recorded Pixels | 【3:2】L(24M:6000x4000), M(15M:4800x3200), S(7M:3360x2240), XS(2M:1920x1280) 【1:1】L(16M:4000x4000), M(10M:3200x3200), S(5M:2240x2240), XS(1.6M:1280x1280) |
| Quality Level | RAW (14bit): PEF, DNG JPEG: ★★★ (Best), ★★ (Better), ★ (Good), RAW + JPEG simultaneous capturing available |
| Color Space | sRGB, AdobeRGB |
| Storage Medium | Internal Memory (Approx. 2GB), SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Card (Conforms to UHS-I standards) |
WHITE BALLANCE
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Type of White Balance
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AUTO WB, Multi Auto WB |
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Light temperature - presets
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Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Fluorescent Light (D:Daylight Color, N:Daylight White, W:Cool White, L:Warm White), Tungsten Light, CTE, Manual WB (up to 3 settings), Color Temperature Configuration (up to 3 settings), Copying the white balance setting of a captured image |
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Fine Adjustment
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Adjustable ±14 steps on A-B axis or G-M axis |
LCD MONITOR
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Monitor Type
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TFT color LCD, Wide viewing angle, Air-gapless tempered glass |
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Touch Screen standard
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Capacitive sensing method |
| Size | 3.0 inch (aspect ratio 3:2) |
| Resolution | Approx. 1037K dots |
| Adjustment | Brightness, Saturation and Colors adjustable |
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Display magnification (4x, 16x), Grid display (4x4 Grid, 3x3 Grid), Histogram, Bright area warning, Electronic Level |
AUTOFOCUS SYSTEM
| Type of AF-System |
Hybrid AF (Image plane phase-matching and Contrast detection) |
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| Focus Mode | Auto-area AF, Zone AF, Select AF, Pinpoint AF, Tracking AF, Continuous AF, MF, Snap (1m, 1.5m, 2m, 2.5m, 5m,∞), ∞ |
| Full Press Snap |
Performs shooting by focusing at the Snap distance with a single press of the Shutter Release Button or a touch of the LCD Monitor* *The latest firmware is required to use the full feature with GR III |
| Face/Eye Detection |
ON, Use only in Auto-area, OFF |
| Focus Range (From lens face) | Normal: Approx. 0.2m～∞, Macro Mode: Approx. 0.12m～0.24m |
EXPOSURE
| Type of Metering System |
Multi-segment, Center-weighted, Spot, Highlight-weighted |
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| Exposure Mode |
Program AE, Aperture Priority AE, Shutter Priority AE, Manual Exposure |
| EV Compensation |
Still Image: ±5EV, 1/3EV steps, Movie: ±2EV, 1/3EV steps |
| ND Filter (2EV) | AUTO, ON, OFF |
SHUTTER
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Electronically controlled lens shutter |
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| Shutter Speed | 1/4000 sec. - 30 sec. (Limit by aperture setting F2.8: 1/2500 sec, F5.6 or greater: 1/4000 sec.) Timed Exposure (10sec. - 20min.), Bulb, Time |
DRIVE MODES
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Single Frame Shooting, Continuous Shooting, Bracketing, Multi-exposure, Interval Shooting, Interval Composite |
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| Self-timer | 10 sec., 2 sec., OFF |
| Multi-Exposure | Composite Mode(Additive/Average/Bright) Multiple Shots |
EXTERNAL FLASH
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Compatible with P-TTL Auto Flash |
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| Flash Mode |
Flash On, Flash On+Red-eye, Slow-speed Sync, Slow Sync+Red-eye |
| Flash Exposure Compensation: | -2.0 -+1.0 |
SHOOTING FUNCTIONS
| Custom Image / Image Control |
Standard, Vivid, Monotone, Soft Monotone, Hard Monotone, Hi-Contrast B&W, Positive Film, Bleach Bypass, Retro, Cross Processing*, HDR Tone, Custom1, Custom2 |
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| Digital Filter | For Shooting and Edition Process |
| D-RANGE Compensation |
Highlight Correction, Shadow Correction |
| Noise Reduction | Slow Shutter Speed NR, High-ISO NR |
| Horizon Correction |
SR On: correction up to 1 degrees, SR Off: correction up to 1.5 degrees |
| Crop | 50mm, 71mm, OFF |
MOVIE
| File Format | MPEG-4 AVC/H.264(MOV |
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Full HD (1920x1080, 60p/30p/24p) |
| Sound |
Built-in stereo microphone |
| Recording Time | Up to 25 minutes or 4GB ; automatically stops recording if the internal temperature of the camera becomes high. |
PLAYBACK
| Playback View |
Single frame, Multi-image (20, 48 frames), Display magnification (up to 16x, 100% view and Quick Zoom view available), Histogram (Y histogram, RGB histogram), Grid display (3x3 Grid, 4x4 Grid), Bright area warning, Auto Image Rotation |
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| Base Parameter Adjustment |
Normal editing, Monotone editing* |
| RAW Development | RAW file select: Select Single Image, Select Multiple Images, Select a folder, Select a shooting date Aspect Ratio, JPEG Recorded Pixels, Color Space, White Balance, Image Control, Peripheral Illumination Correction, Sensitivity, High-ISO Noise Reduction, Shadow Correction |
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Delete, Protect, Image Rotation, Image Copy, File Transfer, Resize, Cropping (Aspect ratio and Slant adjustment* available), Levels Adjustment, White Balance Adjustment, Color Moiré Correction, Movie Edit (Cut), Movie Edit (Divide) *The latest firmware is required to use the full feature with GR III. |
INTERFACES
| USB Connection |
USB Type-C™, Battery Recharge/Power Supply (Optional AC Adapter required), Data Transfer: MTP, Video output: DisplayPort over USB-C (DisplayPort Alternative Mode) |
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| Lens adapter pin | Available |
WIRELESS LAN
| WLAN Standard | IEEE 802.11b/g/n (HT20) (Wireless LAN standard protocol) |
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| Frequency (Center Frequency) |
2412MHz～2462MHz (1ch～11ch) |
| Security | Authentication: WPA2, Encryption: AES |
BLUETOOTH®
| Transfer Protocol | Bluetooth® v4.2 (Bluetooth Low Energy) |
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| Frequency (Center Frequency) |
2402MHz～2480MHz(CH0～CH39) |
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT
| Dimensions | Approx. 109.4(W)×61.9(H)×35.2(D)mm (excluding protrusions) |
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| Weight | Approx. 262g (Including dedicated battery and SD Memory Card), Approx. 232g (body only) |
POWER SUPPLY
| Battery Type | Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery DB110 |
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| AC Adapter | AC Adapter Kit K-AC166(Optional) |
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Number of recordable images: Approx. 200 images, |
| Battery Charging | by USB Type-C™, Battery Recharge/Power Supply |
INCLUDED ACCESSORIES
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Rechargeable lithium-ion battery DB110 - Art No. 37838 Power supply unit USB cable I-USB166 - Art. No. 37822 Hot shoe cover - Art. No. 37818 Ring cap GN-2 black - Art. No. 30491 Strap |
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| Art. No | 15285 |
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| Body Color | black |
| Released | September 2021 |
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
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| OS | Windows 10 (FCU/CU)(32bit/64bit) / Windows 8.1 (32bit/64bit) |
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| OS | macOS 11 BigSur, macOS 10.15 Catalina, macOS 10.14 Mojave |
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* The operating system must be pre-installed in the computer, and updated to the latest version.
The system requirements above do not necessarily gurantee proper operation with all computers.
STORAGE CAPACITY
RAW
| Recorded Pixels |
24M(6000 x 4000)
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| SD Card 8 GB |
150
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| Internal Memory |
40
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JPEG
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L - 24M(6000 x 4000)
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| SD Card 8 GB |
527
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140
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M - 15M(4800 x 3200)
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| SD Card 8 GB |
820
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| Internal Memory |
218
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| Recorded Pixels |
S - 7M(3360 x 2240)
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| SD Card 8 GB |
1646
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| Internal Memory |
437
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| Recorded Pixels |
2M(1920 x 1280)
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| SD Card 8 GB |
4717
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| Internal Memory |
1253
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<Movie recording>
| Recorded Pixels | Full HD (1920 x 1080) |
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| Time (approx.) | 00:12′17″ | 00:24′09″ | 00:29′56″ |
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| SD Card 8GB | 60p | 30p | 24p |
[Hours : Minutes' Seconds'']
* You can record up to 25 min. or 4GB movie for one shooting.
* ‘Testing your camera’ refers to confirmed operation by RICOH IMAGING, and is intended for customer convenience but is not a guarantee by RICOH IMAGING to the customer.
* Use a high-speed SD memory card when recording movies. If the writing speed cannot keep up with the recording speed, writing may be interrupted during recording.
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