Ricoh has introduced the GR IV, a pocketable APS-C compact that continues the fixed-lens GR line with a higher-resolution sensor, a newly designed 28mm-equivalent lens, expanded in-body stabilization, and far bigger inner storage.
In contrast with the GR III/GR IIIx, the GR IV provides a 25.7-megapixel back-illuminated APS-C sensor, a seven-element 18.3mm f/2.8 lens (28mm full body equal), 5-axis stabilization rated to six stops, and 53 GB of inner reminiscence alongside a microSD slot. It additionally introduces a “Snap Precedence” publicity mode (“Sn”), a spotlight limiter, new movie simulations (“Cinema Yellow,” “Cinema Inexperienced”), revised rear controls, and a bigger DB-120 battery. Video stays 1080p as much as 60p.
On bodily adjustments, the GR IV trims the physique barely, reworks the grip, replaces the GR III’s rear rocker with a dial, strikes publicity compensation to a devoted button, and swaps to microSD for detachable media. The new shoe is redesigned however stays P-TTL appropriate. Elective equipment embrace the GF-2 exterior flash, GA-3 lens adapter, GW-4 21mm ultra-wide angle conversion lens, and GV-2 mini optical viewfinder.
Ricoh’s new accompanying GR World app gives distant capturing, playback, transfers, and social sharing; it helps latest GR our bodies and makes use of upgraded Wi-Fi 6 connectivity on the GR IV.
Key Specs
Sensor and Imaging
25.74-megapixel efficient decision (6,192 × 4,128) APS-C BSI CMOS sensor
14-bit DNG uncooked and JPEG seize
In-body picture stabilization: sensor-shift, 5-axis, rated as much as 6 stops
Facet ratios: 3:2, 1:1, 4:3, 16:9
Lens
Fastened 18.3mm f/2.8 GR lens (28mm full body equal)
Optical development: 7 parts in 5 teams; built-in 2-stop ND filter
Focus vary: regular 3.9 in to infinity (10 cm to infinity); macro 2.4–5.9 in (6–15 cm)
Autofocus and Publicity
Face detection and steady monitoring AF
Publicity modes: Program, Aperture Precedence, Shutter Precedence, Auto
Publicity compensation: −5 to +5 EV (1/3 EV steps)
Metering: multi, center-weighted, spot, highlight-weighted
New “Snap Precedence (Sn)” depth-of-field mode; focus-limiter perform
Program Shift by way of entrance/rear dials
Sensitivity and Shutter
ISO 100–204,800 (native)
Mechanical shutter: 1/4,000 s to 30 s
Bulb/Time as much as 20 minutes
Video
1,920 × 1,080 at 23.98/29.97/59.94 fps (H.264/MPEG-4 AVC), 25-minute max clip size
Constructed-in stereo mic (2-channel)
Show and Interface
3-inch fastened touchscreen LCD, 1,037,000 dots
Single microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC (UHS-I) slot
Inside reminiscence: 53 GB
USB-C for energy/information; sizzling shoe for exterior flash
Wi-fi: dual-band Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Bluetooth 5.3
GR World app help (Android/iOS)
Physique and Energy
Battery: DB-120 (3.85 V, 1,800 mAh), approx. 250 photographs per cost
Dimensions: 4.3 × 2.4 × 1.3 in (109.4 × 61.1 × 32.7 mm), with out protrusions
Weight: 8.0 oz / 228 g (physique solely); 9.2 oz / 262 g (with battery and card)
Environmental sealing: none (not climate sealed)
Different Options
Two new movie simulations: “Cinema Yellow,” “Cinema Inexperienced”
Revised controls: new rear dial, relocated exposure-comp button, up to date cross-key pad
Elective equipment: GF-2 flash, GA-3 adapter, GW-4 21mm extremely broad angle conversion lens, GV-2 mini finder
Value: $1,496
What’s New vs. GR III/GR IIIx (Fast Abstract)
Larger-resolution 25.7 MP sensor and new GR Engine 7 processor
Redesigned 28mm-equivalent lens with seven-element optical components and improved mud mitigation
5-axis IBIS with a claimed 6-stop profit
“Snap Precedence” mode, focus limiter, and extra movie simulations
Bigger DB-120 battery and computerized LCD brightness adjustment
53 GB inner storage and change to microSD media
Up to date controls and barely smaller/lighter physique footprint (minor adjustments)
Connectivity improve to Wi-Fi 6 with the GR World app integration
The digital camera retains the GR III’s core street-photography kind issue however updates many of the internals, together with processor, battery, connectivity, and controls. Availability is slated for autumn this 12 months. Ricoh additionally rolled out a companion “GR World” cellular app for distant management and sharing. You possibly can preorder yours right here.
