RICOH GR III HDF and RICOH GR IIIx HDF:
High-end digital compact cameras
featuring a new, built-in HDF (Highlight Diffusion Filter)
to create mellow, diffused expressions in highlighted areas
TOKYO, March 28, 2024 --RICOH IMAGING COMPANY, LTD. is pleased to announce the launch of the RICOH GR III HDF and RICOH GR IIIx HDF digital compact cameras. Designed using the acclaimed RICOH GR III and RICOH GR IIIx as base models, these high-end models feature a newly developed HDF (Highlight Diffusion Filter).
While inheriting the fundamental merits of the base models -- exceptional image quality, flawless point-and-shoot operation and outstanding portability -- the new models allows the user instantly and with a single action to engage the newly developed, built-in HDF (Highlight Diffusion Filter), which is designed to deliver mellow, softened images with diffused highlight areas, in addition to the clear, sharply focused images made famous by the base models. This filter allows the user to add a totally different kind of visual expression to captured images, depending on the subject or creative intension.
「RICOH GR III HDF」
「RICOH GR IIIx HDF」
Main features of the RICOH GR III HDF and RICOH GR IIIx HDF
・Single-action switching to the new, built-in HDF to create mellow, softened images
The new models incorporate the newly developed HDF (Highlight Diffusion Filter) to emphasize highlights and produce mellow, softened images. Developed by taking advantage of RICOH's advanced inkjet technology cultivated over the years, this special-effect filter is designed to diffuse highlight areas and create a blurred effect along the image's edges, making it possible to capture somewhat nostalgic images resembling those captured in film photography or movies. Since the HDF can be instantly switched on and off with a single action, it lets the user effortlessly alternate between two completely different visual expressions -- clear, sharply focused images symbolic of the RICOH GR series, and mellow, softened images captured by the HDF -- depending on the subject or creative intention. This creative versatility expands the visual boundaries of snapshot photography.
・The color of the shutter-release button has been changed to grayish silver to symbolize the easy shift of visual expression. The default setting of the Fn (Function) button has also been changed to the ON/OFF switching of the HDF.*
・The user can preprogram up to three white-balance settings as the base white balance.** It is also possible to couple the base white balance with the White-balance Fine Adjustment function.
・The new models feature Zone Select AF,*** which automatically sets the focus at the most appropriate point within the image area, after the user shifts the 3X3 focus area to the desired zone.
*The user can also select another function as the default setting of the Fn button.
**This function can be added to all RICOH GR III- and GR IIIx-series models using function expansion firmware, which is scheduled to be released along with the market launch of these new models.
***The 3X3 focus area is identical in size to that of the Auto-area AF (Center) mode.
Note: Except for the availability of the ND (Neutral Density) filter, all other specifications of the new models are identical with those of the RICOH GR III/IIIx.
Major Specifications
| Lens | Lens Construction | RICOH GR III HDF : 6 elements in 4 groups (2 aspherical lens elements) RICOH GR IIIx HDF : 7 elements in 5 groups (2 aspherical lens elements) |
|---|---|---|
| Focal Length, Aperture | RICOH GR III HDF : 18.3mm (Approx. 28mm in 35mm equivalent focal length), F2.8～F16 RICOH GR IIIx HDF : 26.1mm (Approx. 40mm in 35mm equivalent focal length), F2.8～F16 |
|
| Image Capture Unit | Image Sensor | Type: Primary color filter CMOS. Size: 23.5mm x 15.6mm |
| Effective Pixels | Approx. 24.24 megapixels | |
| Sensitivity (Standard output) | ISO100～102400: Auto (ISO Auto Lower/Upper Limit and Minimum Shutter Speed can be set), Manual | |
| Image Stabilization | 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 Formats | Still Image | File Format: RAW (DNG) 14bit, JPEG (Exif 2.3), DCF2.0 compliant Color Space: sRGB、AdobeRGB 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) |
| Movie | File Format: MPEG4 AVC/H.264 (MOV) Recorded Pixels: 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. |
|
| Storage Medium | Internal Memory (Approx. 2GB), SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Card (Conforms to UHS-I standards) | |
| Focus | Type | Hybrid AF (Image plane phase-matching and Contrast detection) |
| Focus Mode | Auto-area AF, Auto-area AF(Center), Zone Select AF, Select AF, Pinpoint AF, Tracking AF, Continuous AF, MF, Snap (0.3m, 1m, 1.5m, 2m, 2.5m, 3.5m, 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 | |
| Face/Eye Detection | ON, Use only in Auto-area, OFF | |
| Focus Range (From lens face) | RICOH GR III HDF : Normal: Approx. 0.1m～∞, Macro Mode: Approx. 0.06m～0.12m RICOH GR IIIx HDF : Normal: Approx. 0.2m～∞, Macro Mode: Approx. 0.12m～0.24m |
|
| Exposure | Exposure Mode | Program AE, Aperture Priority AE, Shutter Priority AE, Manual Exposure, Snap Distance Priority |
| Metering Mode | Multi-segment, Center-weighted, Spot, Highlight-weighted | |
| 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 |
|
| EV Compensation | Still Image: ±5EV, 1/3EV steps, Movie: ±2EV, 1/3EV steps | |
| White Balance | Auto White Balance, Multi Auto White Balance, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Fl. - Daylight Color, Fl. - Daylight White, Fl. - Cool White, Fl. - Warm White, Tungsten, CTE, Manual White Balance, Color Temperature, Custom1, Custom2, Custom3 | |
| Fine Adjustment | Adjustable ±14 steps on A-B axis or G-M axis | |
| Drive Mode | Drive | Single Frame Shooting, Continuous Shooting, Bracketing, Multi-exposure, Interval Shooting, Interval Composite |
| Self-timer | 10 sec., 2 sec., OFF | |
| Shooting Functions | Crop | RICOH GR III HDF : 35mm, 50mm, OFF RICOH GR IIIx HDF : 50mm, 71mm, OFF |
| Image Control | Standard, Vivid, Monotone, Soft Monotone, Hard Monotone, Hi-Contrast B&W, , Negative Film, Positive Film, Bleach Bypass, Retro, Cross Processing, HDR Tone, Custom1, Custom2 Adjust parameters: Saturation, Hue, High/Low Key Adjustment, Contrast, Contrast (Highlight), Contrast (Shadow), Sharpness, Shading, Clarity, Toning, Filter Effect, Grain Effect, HDR Tone Level, Color Tone (Adjust parameter varies depending on the selected image setting) |
|
| Dynamic Range Correction | Highlight Correction, Shadow Correction | |
| Noise Reduction | Slow Shutter Speed Noise Reduction, High-ISO Noise Reduction | |
| Horizon Correction | SR On: correction up to 1 degrees, SR Off: correction up to 1.5 degrees | |
| HDF（HightLight Diffusion Filter） | ON, OFF | |
| Display | Display magnification (4x, 16x), Grid display (4x4 Grid, 3x3 Grid), Histogram, Bright area warning, Electronic Level | |
| Playback Functions | 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, Calendar Filmstrip Display |
| Base Parameter Adjustment | Normal editing, Monotone editing Parameter: Brightness, Saturation, Filter Effect, Hue, Toning, Contrast, Sharpness (Adjust parameter varies depending on the selected editing setting) |
|
| RAW Development | Aspect Ratio, JPEG Recorded Pixels, Color Space, White Balance, Image Control, Peripheral Illumination Correction, Sensitivity, High-ISO Noise Reduction, Shadow Correction | |
| Edit | 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) | |
| LCD Monitor | Type | 3.0 inch TFT color LCD (aspect ratio 3:2), Approx. 1037K dots, Wide viewing angle, Air-gapless tempered glass |
| Touch Screen | Capacitive sensing method | |
| Adjustments | Brightness, Saturation, Blue/Amber, Green/Magenta, Outdoor View Setting: ±2 Steps | |
| Wireless LAN | Standards | IEEE 802.11b/g/n (HT20) (Wireless LAN standard protocol) |
| Frequency (Center Frequency) | 2412MHz～2462MHz (1ch～11ch) | |
| Security | Authentication: WPA2, Encryption: AES | |
| Bluetooth® | Standards | Bluetooth® v4.2 BLE(Bluetooth Low Energy） |
| Frequency (Center Frequency) | 2402MHz～2480MHz (CH0～CH39) | |
| Interfaces | USB Type-CTM | Battery Recharge/Power Supply (Optional AC Adapter required), Data Transfer: MTP, Video output: DisplayPort over USB-C (DisplayPort Alternative Mode) |
| Hotshoe | Compatible with P-TTL Auto Flash Flash Mode: Flash On, Flash On+Red-eye, Slow-speed Sync, Slow Sync+Red-eye Flash Exposure Compensation: -2.0 -+1.0 |
|
| Lens adapter pin | Available | |
| Power Supply | Battery Type | Rechargeable Battery DB-110 |
| AC Adapter | AC Adapter Kit K-AC166(Optional) | |
| Battery Life | Number of recordable images: Approx. 200 images, * With a fully-charged Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery under the temperature at 23°C. Tested in compliance with CIPA standard. Actual results may vary depending on the shooting condition. Playback time: Approx. 180 minutes * The playback time is a guide based on RICOH's measurement method . The actual number differs according to usage conditions. |
|
| Dimensions and Weight | Dimensions | RICOH GR III HDF : Approx. 109.4(W)×61.9(H)×33.2(D)mm (excluding protrusions) RICOH GR IIIx HDF : Approx.109.4(W)×61.9(H)×35.2(D)mm (excluding protrusions) |
| Weight | RICOH GR III HDF : Approx. 257g (Included dedicated battery and SD memory card), Approx. 227g (Body only) RICOH GR IIIx HDF : Approx. 262g (Included dedicated battery and SD memory card), Approx. 232g (Body only) |
|
| Included Accessories | Rechargeable Battery DB-110, USB Power Adapter, Power Plug, USB Cable I-USB166, Handstrap | |
| Language | English, French, Germany, Spanish, Portuguese, Italy, Dutch, Danish, Swedish, Finnish, Polish, Czech, Hungarian, Turkey, Greek, Russian, Thai, Korean, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Japanese |
| About Ricoh |
Ricoh is a leading provider of integrated digital services and print and imaging solutions designed to support digital transformation of workplaces, workspaces and optimize business performance.
Headquartered in Tokyo, Ricoh's global operation reaches customers in approximately 200 countries and regions, supported by cultivated knowledge, technologies, and organizational capabilities nurtured over its 85-year history. In the financial year ended March 2023, Ricoh Group had worldwide sales of 2,134 billion yen (approx. 16.0 billion USD).
It is Ricoh's mission and vision to empower individuals to find Fulfillment through Work by understanding and transforming how people work so we can unleash their potential and creativity to realize a sustainable future.
For further information, please visit https://www.ricoh.co.jp/