Is the Ricoh GR II GOOD ENOUGH in 2020? (Ricoh GR II VS Ricoh GR III)

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  • čas přidán 9. 07. 2020
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    You asked for it... "IS THE RICOH GR II STILL GOOD ENOUGH? Or should I get the Ricoh GR III??" This is by far the question I get asked the most. Today we are finally putting the two compact shooters to the test!
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Komentáře • 358

  • @SamuelStreetlife
    @SamuelStreetlife  Před 4 lety +21

    The first 1000 people who click the link will get 2 free months of Skillshare Premium: skl.sh/samuellstreetlife8

    • @Chida_o_0
      @Chida_o_0 Před 4 lety

      But is skillshare still good enough in 2020?

    • @SamuelStreetlife
      @SamuelStreetlife  Před 4 lety +1

      @@Chida_o_0😂😂😂 I think so haha

    • @Chida_o_0
      @Chida_o_0 Před 4 lety

      Samuel L. Streetlife next video idea?

    • @aloysiuscalvin9467
      @aloysiuscalvin9467 Před 4 lety

      Samuel Where are you in Germany ? HAMBURG ?

    • @leo_danzinger
      @leo_danzinger Před 4 lety

      if GR(I) and GR(II) are identical, except for the wifi, why not just get GRII as its newer? Positive film is still probably the same on both?, or is this a price wise decision for you?

  • @alexisseary6538
    @alexisseary6538 Před 2 lety +19

    You two have great chemistry on screen, a pleasure to watch :) Also appreciate all the different dynamic filming of your videos, makes it more fun to watch than just a talking head in a studio

  • @rodrigotorres7068
    @rodrigotorres7068 Před 4 lety +9

    I bought my GR a few months ago, and I enjoyed watching you guys giving so much love to the first iteration of this lineup, most of the attention is given to the II and the III. Even though at the time I bought my camera, I wish I had the money to get at least the II, right now I could not be happier with my GR.

  • @StefanStrangman
    @StefanStrangman Před 4 lety

    I love the little sight gags with him watching you on the phone, and the eyes bugging out with the lenses. It's awesome to see you having fun making these, love it!

  • @nickycoe74
    @nickycoe74 Před 4 lety +3

    Loving your channel. Always been a fan of the GR line. In fact I’ve just brought another GRII, along with a X100F. Best of both worlds. I see Bello has the same set up. I do enjoy watching you two.

  • @naslime_snaps
    @naslime_snaps Před 4 lety

    Enjoyed this one a lot! Your videos just keeps getting better and better. Been a long time follower since your first POV videos in Japan. I must say, you and Bello are quite a tandem!

  • @clipsTL
    @clipsTL Před 4 lety +2

    Had a great time watching this! Love my GR2

  • @grahamrichards8531
    @grahamrichards8531 Před 4 lety +5

    What a great video and for dealing with the most IMPORTANT question of the 1st world - I will refer to it again. Loved the banter!

  • @SilatShooter
    @SilatShooter Před 3 lety

    Fan of the channel, came across a used GR2 used like-new and jumped on it from remembering this video. Keep the great content coming.

  • @alanalain4884
    @alanalain4884 Před 4 lety +14

    Cool video, subscribed... There is one thing I have to mention to ALL GR users, present and future, just be cautious with the body screws. They're tiny, and once lost, good luck on finding some this size, one can try to find some miniature screws for electronics on Amzn but all together having spoken with Ricoh US Camera department, they have no replacement whatsoever to offer anywhere and the only way would be to send the camera in their only camera repair location in some mid state, which would be ridiculous cost for a missing screw.
    Having recently traveled with my GR II for a couple of weeks in North Cal. I came back and saw 2 screws missing, one of which being on the top near the shutter allows to separate the body parts enough to trigger inability for camera to function normally. So my best advice is "Don't forget to check these tiny screws on regular basis." And I wonder if it would not even be wise to add a micro droplet of blue Loctite to seal them in tightly. For the time being, I moved one of the bottom screws to the top which eradicated the electronic problems that arose when the top got loose because of the missing screw. So far I ordered some assorted tiny screws on Amzn but I don't know if any will fit, so if it didn't happen to you yet, you should anticipate with that stuff as it might bring a very unpleasant situation is this is your main shooter while you travel.
    Otherwise the GR II is an awesome camera (little pulling on the blue tint side on base JPEG but a +5 on the yellow white balance Lightroom slider fixes it easy). To me awesome features are the way the menus are set and work. The 2 custom functions are awesome. The preset of set focal distance on demand is a killer feature. 16 MPX on the GR II takes you a long way with the lack of low pass filter BUT before you think of buying a cheap used GR II on eBay (so much cheaper that the GR III... ) there is a couple of things to be mentioned in true favor of the new GR III, not the price though, but the 2 main ones would be... More MPX for cropping and IBIS (In Body Image Stabilization). In deed, despite the APS-C the GR II wasn't beast with high ISO noise so this one will allow you to gain few stops keeping your ISO lower. AND the GR III seems better with noise than the GR I and II despite having more megapixel, but even aside of pushing the ISO, that camera body is so small and light that shake comes fast vs the grip of a heavier, more stable DSLR, and those cameras render so crisp images that it's sad to see them sabotaged by handheld blur.
    So the GR III loose the flash (Sad for the foreground flowers you want to flash fill-in or those evening people pics) but if I had to choose, being more landscape oriented often handheld when on the fly, I would leave the flash for the IBIS system and better noise. I regret the little Exposure Compensation button gone on the GR III too. One more thing to consider for those having invested in the GR I or II wide angle ADD-on lens, be aware that it's not compatible with the new GR III for which now the wide angle lens add-on is a different product and the old one can't be adapted to the new system.
    There is much more to say about this very interesting camera, like time lapse, all kind of bracketing and so forth and so on, but rather than boring you with deep details that more extensive reviews will unveil better that I can, I suggest you give a look t these 2 links where some guy have posted high res pics with many ISO settings for both the GR II and GR III. To me, the GR III seems to be step up in noise quality, but still I think that realistically, we see some degradation after 640/800 ISO in those cameras in skies, so that's where I would stop it for landscape, and indoor gives pretty nice rendering up to higher ISO, but here same, I think 1600 is probably the max you want to push it if you want decent printable pics. BW pictures is another story where ISO can be pushed more. Under these links, I add 3 links of single shots at different ISO taken with my own GR II (100 outdoor, 800 outdoor, 1600 indoor). (Got my GR II for 365.00 on eBay, flawless over a year ago). The first image shows how playful this camera can be :
    For the GR II:
    havecamerawilltravel.com/photographer/ricoh-gr-ii-sample-images/
    For the GR III:
    havecamerawilltravel.com/photographer/ricoh-griii-sample-images/
    My own samples:
    100 Iso
    www.photocrowd.com/photos/old-pickup-truck-humboldt-county-4486265.4a24b626f/
    800 Iso
    www.photocrowd.com/photos/sacramento-tower-bridge-at-night-4486218.83173bca1/
    1600 Iso
    www.photocrowd.com/photos/ricoh-gr-ii-1600-iso-indoor-noise-sample-4486190.89eb97f07/

  • @akim5913
    @akim5913 Před 3 lety

    Love this guys! so much good content! I think Ricoh GR community is the Best one. You guys are Rocking it! 🔥

  • @anthonyyowzer
    @anthonyyowzer Před 3 lety

    I really enjoyed this video. Your skills and humor are great. Thank you!

  • @konyhoklubik
    @konyhoklubik Před 4 lety

    Thaks for this video, it has been funny, education and with the best street camera. Best wishes from Czech Republic!

  • @fritz9880
    @fritz9880 Před 3 lety +2

    Many thanks for discussing low light and nighttime performance. Many reviewers omit this very important aspect of photography.

  • @Monkey_D_Cluffy
    @Monkey_D_Cluffy Před 4 lety +2

    Thank u for re-affirming my lack of a need for an upgrade. My GR1 will suit me just fine 😀

  • @miguelortiz5270
    @miguelortiz5270 Před 3 lety

    I love the results in extreme low light situacion on the GR. Nice colors also! 👌

  • @rjohnbernales
    @rjohnbernales Před 4 lety +1

    I bought a GR2 today. Thank you guys for this video. 🙌🙌🙌

  • @mikeackYT
    @mikeackYT Před 4 lety +5

    I was watching another video earlier and thought "I wonder if there is a good GR II to GRIII comparison video." I went back to the CZcams home page and it showed me this video and said it was posted 2 hours ago. Perfect :)

  • @theblackmanarmedwithacamera

    LOVE THIS VIDEO! IT IS INFORMATIVE... YET VERY FUNNY!!!!💯😭😭😭

  • @Maxhuertas
    @Maxhuertas Před 4 lety

    Great video!! I’ll be buying my Ricoh gr3 in like 2 weeks! I’m excited

  • @lydiasanchez390
    @lydiasanchez390 Před 3 lety

    I wonder which I could buy.... because I had a GRD 1 on 2009 and I'm nostalgic. Your video is pretty good, and I'm about to find a GRII for second hand. Thank you from France.

  • @northernbloke
    @northernbloke Před 4 lety +1

    I loved my GR1 for three or four years. Then I got a small hair inside it that ruined all the shots on one trip. I sent it off to Germany for repair. It came back but the video was not working right after. Then I realised you dont use a GR for video. I ordered a GR3 anyhow, but it never came. So since then I have had a couple of big trips with the GR and it is behaving well for stills. I am happy with it for now.

  • @londonfoto
    @londonfoto Před rokem

    Brilliant opener! 😁

  • @andrewfoster2296
    @andrewfoster2296 Před 4 lety +2

    After watching your videos, I now am the proud owner of a GRiii absolutely love it. Thank you for inspiring me massively, keep up the amazing work.

  • @DozierGraphic
    @DozierGraphic Před 4 lety

    Great video as always. I continue to learn so much from your work. Thanks!

  • @VincenzoNoletto
    @VincenzoNoletto Před 4 lety +3

    Great video, really. It's always hard to compare old and new cameras, with the GR line this is way harder than the other brands lines. "Do you want a GR? Take it the one closer to your budget".
    I have a little question: where I can find that little album you took with you as a small portfolio/book? Thank you.

  • @tremolo664
    @tremolo664 Před 4 lety +59

    And by the way, this is becoming my favorite CZcams bromance. I'm jealous I can't have a photographer friend like you guys lol

    • @imAnsar
      @imAnsar Před 4 lety +5

      tremolo3 so true

    • @sacriste
      @sacriste Před 4 lety +4

      @@imAnsar He has many photofriends. Nobody can resist his charm, it seems.

    • @SamuelStreetlife
      @SamuelStreetlife  Před 4 lety +5

      Haha thank you! Grateful to have a friend like Bello.

  • @FlorinEmilGhebosu
    @FlorinEmilGhebosu Před 4 lety +8

    I watched this great video twice and after two days (today) I bought a ricoh gr ii second hand almost brand new, aaand I LOVE IT!!

  • @akyerit
    @akyerit Před 4 lety +1

    Man i actually really really appreciate this video. I have the x100v finally, but have still been considering a gr3, 2, or 1. I have owned the gr i before, but it was a bit problematic and had some dust on the sensor. I love the portability of the ricoh's and sometimes taking out my x100v feels like everyone around me knows I'm about to take a picture haha. So ya. Have been wondering about the quality and low light and ibis of the griii vs the gr i. But ya the quality of the gr i was always top notch and yes the positive film was gorgeous. But im always out at night and feel like I could really take advantage of that better low light and ibis with the gr3. Anyhow thanks again for making this video

    • @Hansen2705
      @Hansen2705 Před 4 lety +1

      Same with me, i went from XPROs line to X100V to GR3. Same thought about people notice us taking pictures. You wont regret it i think.

  • @broskaheiko8203
    @broskaheiko8203 Před 4 lety

    Still got both. Think you made good points. GR feels more balanced in my hand, back button focussing is much easier, but I always missed ibis on this cam. Also the lcd on the III is much better. Both are very good cameras.

  • @user-vk8xm4vv1v
    @user-vk8xm4vv1v Před 10 měsíci

    that may be the best opening I've seen.... very nice

  • @christenjacquottet9799

    I really like the idea of living with your photographs! Your plastic folder seems very nice, do you know where I could purchase one? I can’t seem to find something similar...
    Thank you for your help!
    And by the way I absolutely love your videos ❤️

  • @chris_leskovsek
    @chris_leskovsek Před 4 lety

    thanks for the shout out Sam! - Im still shooting my grii and waiting for the gr iv when they put back the flash!

  • @Larpy1933
    @Larpy1933 Před 3 lety

    The very first part was hilarious. Samuel: I find it difficult to believe that you don’t have or have not extensively used the 8.1MP GR1. It’s somewhat primitive in a lovable way. So many constraints = such strong nurturing of creativity. 5 stars here. Thanks.

  • @THAILANDCANUCK
    @THAILANDCANUCK Před 4 lety

    Since I am shooting everything on a mid priced samsung smartphone I think the GR1 would be a great upgrade and it is more in my budget. Really enjoy your channel.

  • @raylavers4216
    @raylavers4216 Před 3 lety

    nice one guys!

  • @bastian.michel
    @bastian.michel Před rokem

    Das war richtig gut!

  • @Chida_o_0
    @Chida_o_0 Před 4 lety +4

    Finally! Samuel just gave us the answer we've all been waiting for! Now sell us those straps!

  • @frankietie
    @frankietie Před 4 lety

    I LOVE YOU MAN. CHEERS FROM MEXICO

  • @LeeD345
    @LeeD345 Před 3 lety

    Was watching this channel for years and tempted to try out GR myself. Last week I was deciding between I and III which I tested personally. Finally decided to pick GR I and it failed literally next day with famous stuck shutter on turning on (issue wasn’t there while I was testing it week ago and in first day of owning it myself). While the GR I and II are really great cameras the amount of failed units is huge and I won’t buy anything from this company in future since I found same issue persists even in 3rd gen of apsc gr.

  • @photomorti
    @photomorti Před 3 lety +2

    Im gonna buy my first ricoh camera tomorrow the gr II , Im so excited :D

  • @bigjuan2001
    @bigjuan2001 Před 3 lety +4

    I was looking for a mint Ricoh GR2 for a while and one day just messing around online i check KEH. Found one for $350 and it was immaculate. So far i love it and I use a thumb strap which makes it perfect for incognito street photography.

  • @michaltrojanovic1578
    @michaltrojanovic1578 Před 4 lety

    My favourite duo, Linbello. 😀

  • @vichethm5763
    @vichethm5763 Před 4 lety

    One of the greatest cameras ever made, great insight.

  • @visuals.by.pereira
    @visuals.by.pereira Před 4 lety +9

    Great video! I ended up deciding on a used GR II instead of a GR III to save a little money. I was curious on your positive film settings for the GR II. I’ve been tweaking to find what I like, but curious what your recommended settings are. Thanks!

  • @kylieknight8847
    @kylieknight8847 Před 4 lety

    Loved this video guys you crack me up 🤣 damn I was set to get a gr2 or 3 and never even considered the mk 1😅 now I have to go back and think what’s a better option and do I need flash. It’s handy to have when going out 🤔I also have the Fujifilm x100f so maybe if I buy the mk 1 then test against each other I’ll decide which one I keep 😁thanks again and Stay safe!

    • @Ginanjarmp
      @Ginanjarmp Před 3 lety

      Im in the exact same position right now. Would you mind sharing what your decision was? I heard mk1 is prone to error and the problem is fixed in gr2

  • @ripemangosmdm7997
    @ripemangosmdm7997 Před 4 lety

    It Is wild how little info/content there is about the Ricoh GR. When looking and trying to decide, it was hard to see what the point of bumping up the spending price would be. Also, the GR (one) just seems like it makes sense, for price, usability, not overkill, it seems best. Thank you for making great vids. And for being one of the only people (even though you seem tired of the subject, hahaha) that made it easier to decide for me. Woo!

    • @SamuelStreetlife
      @SamuelStreetlife  Před 4 lety

      Haha, happy to have people like you getting value out of my videos so not tired yet! :D And would also day the GR is the best value for money option right now. You just can't buy it new anymore.

    • @ripemangosmdm7997
      @ripemangosmdm7997 Před 4 lety

      Woo! Lovin' deals. Thanks. Yeah, I think your content is relatable and hilareous. And informative too! So thanks.

  • @pioniercg
    @pioniercg Před 4 lety

    Do you mind to share the music title/author from 3:30? Great video, love your channel already, so much interesting things here! Hope you are well, greetings from Amsterdam!

  • @kostyafedot551
    @kostyafedot551 Před 3 lety

    Instant like on opening episode.

  • @MaxxwellTheLegend
    @MaxxwellTheLegend Před 4 lety +1

    haha, that intro made me spill milk from my nose... keep it up, dude!

  • @RichardLaurence
    @RichardLaurence Před 4 lety

    Just ordered a GRiii - I still have GR Digital from 2005. It still works - just. Takes about 10 goes to get working...

  • @mateusznowakowski5895
    @mateusznowakowski5895 Před 3 lety

    Thank you! Great video! Love my GR II
    Do you use sRGB or Adobe RGB color space in your Ricoh? And do you like to share your settings in positive film effect?

  • @emanuelllR
    @emanuelllR Před 4 lety +1

    Best street photography duo ever.

  • @wearetheunknown8162
    @wearetheunknown8162 Před 3 lety +1

    I have a GR 1 and X100F, love them. Got to see my first GR 3 today, it’s cool but my GR 1 still goes every where with me.
    I replaced the X100F ( I still have it. ) with a Leica Q. It is fantastic to be honest. It is a beast in low light.
    Something very cool with all the GR range.

    • @sundawg911
      @sundawg911 Před 2 lety

      My dream camera is the leica q lol. so jelly. glad you got to get one.

  • @LuisGGomezPhoto
    @LuisGGomezPhoto Před 4 lety

    Moneywise de GR I or II. If money is not a problem then the GR III. Thanks for sharing, and stay safe.

  • @bprabawabr
    @bprabawabr Před 3 lety

    This video has very good quality, what camera did you use to shoot it?

  • @cituch3422
    @cituch3422 Před 2 lety

    Lol. 10 points for being honest being also the Ricoh ambassador ❤️

  • @TheWongLife
    @TheWongLife Před 3 lety

    thank you for making this video! lol

  • @jovandevijver9400
    @jovandevijver9400 Před 4 lety +6

    Thanks for this! Now I remember why I bought the GR III, and sold it back.
    I have a GR I and am very pleased with it.
    I did some image quality comparisons, and found the GR I was better in many cases.
    What I really liked on the GR III was image stabilization and the touch screen, but these didn't convince me to keep it instead of the GR I.
    What I like on the Gr I and GR III has not: TAV and flash.
    One more reason why I kept the GR I: I quite often use the GW-3 21mm adapter. This again is not compatible on the GR III, so I had to buy the new GW-4 which is very expensive.

    • @jesamani75
      @jesamani75 Před 4 lety

      I had the 3 also and sold it and bought a one again,I also like the images better,and feel more comfortable with it in my pocket all the time if something happens to it I don’t mind.

  • @bill3117
    @bill3117 Před 4 lety

    Loved the dual camera binocs opening scene! Does the 3 have less dust invasion issues than the past versions? I loved my GRII, sorry I sold it. I think I'm going to buy the III instead of getting yet another lens for my Fuji's You guys have too much fun ;)

    • @mipmipmipmipmip
      @mipmipmipmipmip Před 2 lety +1

      Internet is full of dust stories for the GR iii sadly

  • @voxmega
    @voxmega Před 4 lety

    love the video, the vibe and the both camers :D thanks, Samuel!)

  • @adamhymel2386
    @adamhymel2386 Před 11 měsíci

    Great review!! But the title is GR ii vs GR iii lol while you only used the GR i

  • @thomasjames7644
    @thomasjames7644 Před 4 lety

    The black and whites out of the GR cameras all look great.

  • @jessekeller
    @jessekeller Před rokem

    How do you print your photos ? I love the idea of keeping photos with you.

  • @bryancorbin3760
    @bryancorbin3760 Před 4 lety

    The Ricoh GR (first model with aps-c) is the only digital camera I own. Its a great camera and the image quality is amazing.

  • @boang83
    @boang83 Před 4 lety

    I have enjoyed a lot your comparison of all apsc sensors GRs, but since I own one, I'd like to have your opinion about the old GRdigital IV and the others old GR digitals. Thanks, your videos are very entertaining to me.

    • @SamuelStreetlife
      @SamuelStreetlife  Před 4 lety +1

      I wish I could try out the GR Digital cameras but I don't have access to them at the moment.

    • @boang83
      @boang83 Před 4 lety

      @@SamuelStreetlife If you come to Sardinia I will lend you mine

  • @imAnsar
    @imAnsar Před 4 lety +7

    Super sick intro 😂😂

  • @patrickcazer
    @patrickcazer Před 4 lety +1

    fell in love with the gr3 until the lens decided to stick out and lock on me after 2 weeks of having it.. probably the best camera i've ever used, but it having defects quickly made me have 2nd thoughts about it.

  • @Taukasauva
    @Taukasauva Před 4 lety +31

    Ricoh CEO: "Why are we seeing so poor sales numbers for GRIII this month?"
    Ricoh sales department: "According to google statistics there is a recent spike in searches for used GR I and GR II models"
    Wolfgang Baus: "Sir...you may want to take a look at this youtube comparison from one of our ambassadors..."
    Ricoh CEO: "I see... As a preventative measure lets buy quietly all the GRD IV models out from the used market, we can't afford this guy getting his nostalgic hands on one of them.."

    • @SamuelStreetlife
      @SamuelStreetlife  Před 4 lety

      😂 haha. I hope they don't mind lol.

    • @Taukasauva
      @Taukasauva Před 4 lety

      @@SamuelStreetlife Luckily Ricoh seems to be the type of company least likely to mind. :) It is a mark of great design when by the specifications list clearly better camera is more like a different version of the same when it comes to user experience.
      Also please do a review on GRD IV. Based on the few old articles about it people seem to like the gritty small sensor look it gives but I would love to hear your opinions about it.

    • @boang83
      @boang83 Před 4 lety +1

      @@Taukasauva I have one GRD IV as well I was thinking the same.

    • @VictorBezrukov
      @VictorBezrukov Před 4 lety

      it's also possible to recall all the GRii and GRiii from the stories and to leave the only "STREET" edition making street photography in much better way bcos of the ... color of the unusable ring, that I lost during my first week of using my second hand GRii and still able to shoot nice street, protests, rock bands, life photographs :-)

    • @SamuelStreetlife
      @SamuelStreetlife  Před 4 lety +2

      @@Taukasauva I'm sure they don't mind and a new GR1 or GR II user is still a new customer that will eventually want to upgrade to the GR III oder IV :) And I just want to be always honest with my thoughts. I never had the chance to play with the GRD series! If I can get my hands on one I will consider doing a video about it.

  • @johnglue1744
    @johnglue1744 Před 4 lety

    At 4:00 hahaha he had to have been waiting all morning to spring that trick.

  • @AlexOnStreets
    @AlexOnStreets Před 4 lety +1

    That intro 😂 Hilarious video all around! I laughed, I cried, I got 2 free months of skillshare.

  • @honestnerd
    @honestnerd Před 4 lety

    Was waiting for this video!! Really want the grIII but it's damn expensive!!

  • @tremolo664
    @tremolo664 Před 4 lety +1

    I almost got the GRII when I was looking for a compact camera last year. But while I was doing research, I found many people reporting dust issues, so I went with a Fuji instead. But I will get a brand new GRIII eventually, it looks like the perfect street photography camera.

    • @SamuelStreetlife
      @SamuelStreetlife  Před 4 lety +1

      Yeah it's a big problem with all GR's because of that lens design sucking in air everytime it moves out. I think eventually Ricoh has to think about a solution but from what I've heard it is very challenging to seal the body while having the current lens design system.

    • @SamuelStreetlife
      @SamuelStreetlife  Před 3 lety

      @@c0ldc0ne I have experienced dust on my first GR but on my GRIII it hasn't occured yet (I think I spotted one dust partical though). So I don't have experience with cleaning my sensor and I'm not sure if they do that.

  • @shaunharrison4457
    @shaunharrison4457 Před 4 lety +6

    I hope so, I have just bought the Ricoh GR. First time trying this type of camera.

    • @SamuelStreetlife
      @SamuelStreetlife  Před 4 lety +1

      it will be good enough :) I use my GR (1) all the time and love it

    • @snappiness
      @snappiness Před 4 lety +2

      I bought my first GR, a GR 1 just over a month ago. It's amazing. Super capable.

    • @shaunharrison4457
      @shaunharrison4457 Před 4 lety

      Yeah, I struggled to justify buying version three. I much prefer to buy second hand so I don't mind if I drop or knock it.

  • @Bossti
    @Bossti Před 4 lety

    I like my GR III. I shoot monochrome JPEG + RAW so the Positive Film is not an issue to me. I also recently got a Fuji x100v and so far I like the GR more. The Fuji feels more like a film camera and I like the option of the viewfinder and the haptics. But it's easier to "lock" the GR in place due to size and weight, the IBIS is also a great addition. Perfect for having it always with you. I also love that the GR uses DNG which I can comfortably edit on iPad or phone.
    My conclusion: it doesn't matter which GR, as long as you get a GR. Chose based on your budget :)
    Addendum: weather sealing was the reason I got the Fuji. This is really something that worries me with the GRIII on a rainy day.

  • @jack-5667
    @jack-5667 Před 3 lety +1

    I am absoloutly agree with you for the sharpness of GR2. I regret it, mine had to much dust on the sensor. I realy prefer image of the GR2 at least !!!

    • @wikenseru8187
      @wikenseru8187 Před 3 lety

      how long for getting dust on the sensor? I'm planning to get one but still worried about that dust issue

  • @italogiardina8183
    @italogiardina8183 Před 2 lety

    Street photography seems fun, and the Ricoh consumer pitch matches a general sentiment.

  • @nicolaemorozov4304
    @nicolaemorozov4304 Před 4 lety

    I have GR, and i'm happy that i find this camera powerful-poket-monster. Inlove with +film, only downside is no wifi, if will make an update, so definitely will be the 2nd edition. #flashisthepower bring back to 4 edition please. And common... let's be honest, everyone loves GR, from the film to the digital era)

  • @juancarlosmiranda6830
    @juancarlosmiranda6830 Před 2 lety

    Hi Samuel, can you get rid of all the icons in the screen of the gr ii? I wanna see my aperture, speed, iso and grid, just that. Another question, can you set a minimum speed for auto iso? I can't find thw option for that. Nice sincerely video

  • @wenjun_n
    @wenjun_n Před 4 lety +1

    Hey Samuel, do you think you can get Ricoh to create a negative film simulation for the GRIII?

  • @azolaun
    @azolaun Před 5 měsíci

    I'm very shocked how well low light looks on both. I was told by friends to never go above like 3200-6400 on apsc sensors but this opened my eyes

  • @T-Prime848
    @T-Prime848 Před 3 lety

    Samuel Do You Recommend Buying One oF The GR Digital Series Cameras Like GRD ii or GRD iii Since This Series oF Cameras Is Kinda Cheap
    What Do You Think
    Is It Worth Buying To Do Street Photography With
    How About You Do An Episode About This Topic …
    Thank You

  • @Oske.images
    @Oske.images Před 3 lety +1

    A question...
    You and others say that positive film looks a little nicer on GR1 & GRII.
    Can settings be changed on GRIII to make positive film look nearer to positive film on GR1 & GRII ?

  • @joseandressanchez3588
    @joseandressanchez3588 Před 4 lety +1

    El mayor problema de la Ricoh GR III es la duración de las baterias, creo que en la proxima Ricoh GR IV tienen que poner una bateria de mayor capacidad.
    Yo tengo la Ricoh GR II y la uso todos los dias.
    Gracias por el video!

  • @crypticwintermoon6284
    @crypticwintermoon6284 Před 4 lety

    Do you do any post processing for that cinematic look or is it how the pics come out of the camera? 😍

    • @SamuelStreetlife
      @SamuelStreetlife  Před 4 lety

      All photographs I showed in this video are straight out of camera :)

  • @cottojn
    @cottojn Před 3 lety

    Ricoh gr iii camera is incredible. Sam I have a question I currently have a rotolight neo2 is there anyway I could use the gr iii with the flash capability of my neo2?
    I could use a Godox tx1 trigger with the neo2 connected with a Godox flash trigger connection cable. Since the Godox tx1 has the ir sensor it would trigger the neo2 flash option. But I would have to purchased a lightpix flash however I would then Have to use two sources of light instead of just the neo2. Plus the extra $75 I would have to spend on the lightpix. I’m sure there’s a way to just use the Ricoh gr iii, Godox tx1, and my rotolight neo2. Could you help me figure this out?

  • @VictorBezrukov
    @VictorBezrukov Před 4 lety

    well, I can't say which one i prefer bcos i use the only one of them - GRII. As you described in this video - I love some features they removed in - this exposure compensation up and down buttons are incredible and very understandable. Also, the flash and the lack of image stabilization function are preferable than more Megapickels and Higher ISO. Daido Moriyama photographed the whole of his timeless gallery without GRiii so we can do this also :-)

    • @SamuelStreetlife
      @SamuelStreetlife  Před 4 lety

      Yes, totally agree! If the older GR's were good enough for Daido Moriyama, they should be fine for us too :D

    • @Richardincancale
      @Richardincancale Před 4 lety

      Do the GR1/2 have the macro ability that’s on the GR3?

    • @SamuelStreetlife
      @SamuelStreetlife  Před 4 lety +1

      @@Richardincancale yes! Once I noticed was that the GRIII focuses closer before you have to go into macro mode. The GR & GRII need to be in macro mode a little earlier.

  • @victorvargas-villafuerte4474

    Refreshing to have actual street photographers reviewing cameras rather than vloggers.

  • @rossorosso
    @rossorosso Před 4 lety +7

    I would like to see the GR2 updated with IBIS and a new sensor. They should keep the dimensions and the flash!

  • @98338142
    @98338142 Před 4 lety

    GR one lens problem and repair at dealer needed $300, so I sold the unit. Now , I do not want to spent on GR III so much money. Now I am without GR.

  • @TheBigNegative-PhotoChannel

    the question should rather be: "am i even good enough for the GRII?" 😄positive film is really tasty! skillshare you made it XD

  • @innstikk
    @innstikk Před 2 lety

    Yes, I agree based on these photos that the GR has a more pleasing Positive Film than the GR III. GRIII had that yellow cast in the greens

  • @briangrogan1622
    @briangrogan1622 Před rokem +1

    Great video!
    I'm still not sure which one to buy???
    $1200.00 Canadian for the GRiii, and $750.00 on ebay for the GRii.....

    • @ThorenTravels
      @ThorenTravels Před rokem

      The GR1&2 prices have gone insane. Even in Japan GR2 is selling for only $150 less than GR3 (both pre-owned). In my opinion, if it's your one or main camera, go for the GR3. It's usable in more situations, and you will at least have some warranty protection to fall back on. However, if you're looking for more of a 'specialty' device the GR1/2 is the way to go.

  • @rpsilva
    @rpsilva Před rokem

    Hi! Great videos for GRists!
    I heard lot of people saying in this videos that someone can find easily a GRi for about 280$. Could you tell me where, guys?
    I took a walk on eBay and they are all about 450$ from Japan or USA… thanks

  • @southsonata
    @southsonata Před 4 lety

    that should be your new intro samuel hahahahaha 🤣🔥🔥🔥

  • @chris_jorge
    @chris_jorge Před 4 lety

    FYI Fujifilm VF-X21 External Optical ViewFinder for 28mm FF is on sale now at adorama for 80 bucks.

  • @petertaranscorsese2900

    Hi Samuel, do you have the results yet of the Ricoh GR3 Street Photo competition? - I think your Ricoh friend said they supported with 10 cameras. I entered a few weeks ago, but haven’t heard anything since - Cheers - Peter

  • @Laugendonut
    @Laugendonut Před 4 lety +39

    I have both the GR2 and GR3. The most useful addition to the GR3 for me was USB-C. It's SO much more convenient than the weird 8-pin UC-E6 USB (no, it's not USB Mini nor USB Micro) of the GR2. Especially for traveling when you can pack a single USB-C charger for all of your electronics.
    But after using the GR3 for half a year I went back to the GR2 for now because - as cranky as it may sound and I wished I wouldn't be one of those people - I can't get over the change in positive film effect... It does have that tad more analogue look on the GR2 that everyone likes. And trust me, I've tried to customize the GR3 positive film effect with various settings and WB fine-tuning on the GR3 but it doesn't come close, it looks too clean, too balanced.
    As I only shoot high contrast B&W in the evening or at night I don't mind high ISO noise and I learned to love the flash on the GR2 for night shots aswell, so I don't miss image stabilization.

    • @bjoern_wunderlich
      @bjoern_wunderlich Před 4 lety +2

      Like Fuji. For me the X-TRANS II Sensor was the Best. Like in the X-T1 :)

    • @resiek80
      @resiek80 Před 3 lety

      Positive film is the same as the gr 1?

  • @THAILANDCANUCK
    @THAILANDCANUCK Před 4 lety

    I am shooting with samsung phone at the moment I found a GR i for $375 if it is in good condition is that a reasonable price. I enjoy your videos a lot.

  • @TRwalks
    @TRwalks Před 4 lety +3

    My wife got her GR Digital iii in 2010 I got my GR iii in 2020. Ten years later then hers. We both go out and shoot together and we both have snap focus at the same distance. When looking at the photos on our phone, or on instagram and you can't tell what photo was shot with what camera.

    • @skypekai
      @skypekai Před 4 lety

      I have GR Digital III and GR II and basically you're lying. The Digital range didn't age well at all and the quality looks worse than mobile photography at this point.

    • @TRwalks
      @TRwalks Před 4 lety

      @@skypekai please understand the comment your responding to before responding, thanks.

    • @skypekai
      @skypekai Před 4 lety

      @@TRwalks You said you can't tell which camera is which when looking at in on a phone screen. Either you're blind or you're just trying to big up the GRD when in reality the difference is night and day.

    • @TRwalks
      @TRwalks Před 4 lety

      @@skypekai so your saying when scrolling through instagram. If you see a repost photo from GR official, you can tell weather it was taken with the GRD3 or GR3 as soon as you look at it? Come on... Let's be real.