RICOH GR IIIx HDF

RICOH GR IIIx HDF – A new approach to your individual image expression, with a Highlight Diffusion Filter

With the new feature, the newly developed Highlight Diffusion Filter, photographers can now take soft images with diffused highlights, in addition to the clear, sharply focused images for which the GR III models are known. This filter allows the user to give the captured images a completely different visual expression, depending on the subject or creative intention. Apart from the HD filter, which is installed instead of the ND filter (NeutralDensity), all other specifications of the GR IIIx HDF are identical to those ofthe GR IIIx. The GR IIIx HDF also features a mix of the highest quality components.
Difference to the GR III HDF basic modell, the GR IIIx HDF has a more moderate focal length, which is considered more of a standard lens with 40 mm (equivalent to 35 mmformat) than the original GR III with its angle of view, which corresponds more to a 28 mm lens in 35 mm format. The GR III HDF and the GR IIIx HDF are identically equipped and differ only in the lens.
The result is one of thse most powerful snapshot cameras, with excellent image quality, outstanding compactnesand the more it is used, the less you want to give it out of your hands.

Lenses made of glass with a high refractive index and low dispersion, as well as aspherical, high-precision moulded glass lenses, are optimally placed in the lens construction to suppress optical distortion and chromatic aberrations to the absolute limit and achieve a high degree of sharpness. This results in images that are sharp, brilliant and rich in contrast across the entire image field, even at full aperture.

Image processing perfection
The GR IIIx HDF is equipped with a high-resolution APS-C format CMOS image sensor with approx. 24.24 effective megapixels. This high-resolution sensor uses high-resolution detail reproduction of the high-resolution lens and is optimised for the best possible image quality, even for large-format prints.
Another important component in the ‘GR ENGINE 6’. The image processor improves the high image quality of the GR III for even greater detail, while also providing improved responsiveness and functionality for autofocus and filming.
The image processor is supported by an ‘accelerator unit’. This reduces noise and achieves excellent resolution and colour reproduction across the entire sensitivity range.

The main components of the GR concept are: optimising image quality, snapshot functions and portability. The GR III is always at the ready. It masters dark shooting conditions thanks to a maximum sensitivity of ISO 102400 and IBIS. This Shake Reduction minimises blurring on three axes (yaw, pitch and roll), and delivers exposure reliability of 4 EV.

Expand your range of expression

You can also express your creativity through various image control modes.
You can use the eleven basic settings or develop your own image recipes in which you can adjust various parameters. You can individually specify the following settings: saturation, hue, adjustment of high/low key, contrast, contrast (lights and shadows), sharpness, shading, clarity, toning, filter effect, grain effect, HDR tone and colour tone, and you can even access these directly via the mode dial at any time using one of the user settings, U1/U2/U3.