The Ultimate EDC Camera in 2022 - Two Years With the Ricoh GR III
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- čas přidán 27. 06. 2024
- My Desert Island Cameras: The Ricoh GR III & GR IIIx!
Here is my user experience after having used the GR III for over two years and being a GR Ambassador since 2013 (this is NOT a paid review by the way. But I was provided by RICOH IMAGING with some accessories and cameras as part of the Ambassador Program. They didn't ask me to do this video nor did they see it before I published it).
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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Intro
02:01 One Handed Operation
03:25 GR IIIx & GR III Street Session
04:03 My GR III & GR IIIx Set Up for Street
05:22 Photo Session
06:23 Getting used to the GR III again
06:55 Photo Session
07:18 LCD vs Viewfinder (EVF)
10:43 GR III & GR IIIx accessories
17:31 Photo Session
18:12 New Feature: Snap Distance Priority
21:36 Final Thoughts
Thanks for the tips on both cameras and accessories! Very helpful and fun to see you out shooting again!!! I have a gently used gr that I bought a year ago and I love it!! I definitely would like to get both the griii and griiix. I remember wondering if not having a viewfinder would bother me,but it doesn’t and I bring it with me everywhere. I saw a cool video of a guy who took the gr with him on a year-round-the-world trip. The 28mm is such a versatile lens, and I’m realizing how great it is for everything! Anyway, I love your channel and your perspective on cameras and street photography!! Thank you!!!!
BTW just want to say I’m a big fan of your GR project series - very awesome. Hope this continues in some form in the future.
The best camera is the one you are comfortable with, the one that “speaks” to you. I love my combo these days (GRIII + Sigma fp), it's super enjoyable and versatile.
Completely agree. I have an original GR and the fp and fp l. I accidentally took the fp rather than the fp l with me recently and took my best picture so far with it.. but other than sports where I ran into the ground K3/5s cameras the one I have used most is the GR. It fits in a waist belt holder and just works. Only others that have been close were a V1&J5, Pl5 and my original digicam the LC1..
I've tried to love others kS2 coolpixA, a6000s,M10s.. but expect for sports, shutter count and keepers go to the GR.. just wish the mostly useless evf from my gx100 fit..
A genuine review, Samuel: sincere thanks, and very helpful to me.
this has been the most comprehensive Review of both GR's + Accessories. thank you for making my decision MUCH easier .
I love the GR III. The GR and the X100v are my main shooters. Also thanks for the shoutout about the new firmware. Gonna upload that right away!
Thank you for this video. That was very informative for me.
I just ordered a GR III. I'm not really a street photographer, but besides my full-frame Nikon, I've always wanted a camera that I can carry in my pocket at all times. Just to document my life. And my phone is just not fun to be honest with me.
The video encouraged me again. So thank you!
I use a 8.1 megapixel Ricoh gr digital camera from 2006. I have the adapter and hood. I like that it has a flash. 28mm equivalent is perfect for me. I use it on dull days on the black and white setting at 800 iso.
A tiny gem.
28mm get in closer, spacious results
Great video! Just sold 2 of my 4 leica's for the Hasselblad X2D 100C and some glass. Bruv, its game-changing on the street-level. The crop factor is through the roof. I can take one picture, crop-in 50 percent and still have crazy IQ. What i felt when i first shot Leica decades ago im feeling it again and even more intensely.
Came to learn more about the gr iii and subbed cause your energy and personality. Thanks for the info and great videos.
i was seriously taking notes and absorbing your whole review of the GR III up until i died of laughter when at 22:04 great video!!! we miss you on instagram!
I love the 2 camera set up. still light weight and not having to worry about changing lenses is a big plus.
Got my GRIIIx Urban edition few weeks ago, really fun to use! Appreciate the vid!
“I feel like I’m coming home.” Haha when Samuel hears the sound of chickens at the fair. Even though I miss the ‘On street’ and ‘potato’ vlog series, I’m still team Samuel Streetlife forever. Awesome content as I have just borrowed the GRIIIx for next weekend brunch meetup with friends.
Very nice Ricoh GR3 Overview!!
17:30 that was the most relatable sigh I've ever witnessed 🤣
thanks for the fieldtrip, love this video
That outro was hilarious... Thanks so much for the video, I just ordered a Ricoh GR III from Japan on ebay. I can't wait to get it in and have some fun.
Love the juggling of the two cameras! I may add the GRIIIx to compliment my GRIII. The EVF/viewfinder vs. the LCD screen is food for thought!
Yes they do complement each other nicely :) Thanks for the comment!
Thank you very much for your positive energy.
Just discovered your channel with this review, this exactly what I’m looking for, you definitely sold me the GR3 🙏🏼
The lens quality is jaw - dropping.
Nice video! I feel the same way about shooting with the LCD. I use an Olympus Pen E-PL8 for street photography and even event/portrait shoots for that reason. I have a bigger camera with an EVF but I feel like that nails all my shots to eye level, while a little handheld camera with just an LCD allows the view to go anywhere. The E-PL8 isn't as small as the GRIII but it does have a tilt screen and of course it's an ILC so I don't need a second body; I can swap lenses. (I also have an external EVF for it, but I almost never use it.) Anyway, three cheers for EVF-less cameras!
"Next to the red light district. As always a good place to, you know, warm up."
Hey .sell the camera ,not you . I’m trying to figure this camera out & your a distraction
Great video and I agree with all your comments on the Ricoh cameras.
Thanks for watching :)
Almost 100k.
Congrats.
Another GReat video, Samuel! I like the concept of “desert island camera”
Thanks Ricardo! Let's hope we will never to relocate to a desert island though haha.
@@SamuelStreetlife yes, indeed 😅
Ordered the GRIII and anxiously tracking it's arrival tomorrow. Really liked the accompanying photos in this video. During my transition from Nikon digital(d4/d800) to Sony mirrorless(a1) I used Panasonic GX7 and 17.5mm lens and it was the most inconspicuous camera and the pictures from it were amazing because no one noticed it. Got the GX8 and GH4 later and those cameras attracted too much attention even though they were small. It's been about 7 years since I professionally used GX7 and I have the same excitement and hope for this camera that I did all those years ago. I used to use the Leica M6 during the film days and had to switch professionally to D1 for work. I feel like I'm finally coming back home with the GRiii.
you're gr3 work is so good
This has sold me on purchasing one in the near future.
The banana joke is magnificent. Thanks!
Just found your channel when learning more about the Ricoh GR series. Subscribed.
Thank you Christian! Glad to hear you are enjoying my videos :)
It is a great camera and I absolutely love mine. Been using a GR since 2013 and I call it the 'camera I like to carry when I don't want to carry a camera'. The GRIII in particular really does slip into a pocket and the image quality is excellent. My only negative experience is that the GRIII is no match for GR in terms of build quality. I am having continual issues with the control wheel on the back and sometimes the camera won't turn on. My GR was six years old when I replaced it with one of the first GRIIIs available. While my GR was still going strong after six years of use, I don't think the GRIII will see another year before I have to replace it.
Love the intro ! Don't mess with Samuel "Lucky" Luke !!!
Great video. Started selling some of my FF glass since I fell in love with my gr iii x
man i was GR gang in the past, had a GR2 for couple years(actually used pop up flash), it felt so sturdy and professional in my hand, like a small brick. Also forgot about PC development cause i was able to bluetooth my pictures to ipad and develop there. Single reason i left that tiny goodness is 28mm started to feel restricting, now im using Sony a7r with 16-35 f4, quite happy with performance but it would never be as stealthy or pocketable as good old GR. As always appreciate your moustache and your humour, peace!
Great video, informative and entertaining. Have been loving the GR's since the GR Digital days, and now enjoy the GR & GR III. Wonderful photos, perfect ergonomics, my go to cameras, now am feeling the need for the GR IIIx..... Could you tell me what case you used for the quick draw in the beginning of the video? I baby my cameras and that looks like a nice case for that purpose... Thanks again for the great video and keep up the wonderful work..
John
All the way around the and back to the GRIII.
Cool man.
The circle of life!
The best Ricoh GR3 and GR3x longterm review out on YT ever!
Dude yes! Thank you for making this video! I just bought a GR IIIx yesterday and I grabbed all the accessories you showed off ha! I'm curious about your GR IIIx settings do you have those listed somewhere?
Hi Samuel, hab mir die GR3 Street Edition vor ein paar Wochen wegen Deiner Videos zugelegt (GR Project): Wirklich ein fantastischer Fotoapparat!
Oh das freut mich zu hören!!! Viel spaß mit der Street Edition :)
💯 agree on the point about lcd vs evf. I feel much more engaged with what’s happening when I’m using the lcd. You can watch the action and quickly glance at the screen to compose.
Really detailed review man!
Thanks man! Well you have one of the best EVF available to you so that must mean a lot coming from you :D For me OVF and LCD are my comfort zones. EVF's are practical but annoying to stare at for long times.
I have several Leicas, Nikon, Pentax, a Hasselblad, Olympus - too many! But if I could only have one, it would be my GRii. It’s my favorite camera, and if and when it dies, I will get a iii or whatever they’re selling at the time. Absolutely brilliant cameras.
Wildes Intro!
I was torn between GR3 and x100v and ultimately went for the Fuji. I can’t overstate how much I hate spending time sat at a desk in post. Film simulations are the differentiator for me, so aside from cropping - everything is done in camera with the Fuji. I still look at the GR3x and envy the form factor - if they had an equivalent to film simulations in the future, I would probably swop in a heartbeat
Fuji needs to upgrade the X70, basically a GR with all those great Fuji features.
You don't need to post proceeds the positive film efect ang high contrast BW of GRii its amazing straight out of camera
Я неделю назад продал свой x100v и не жалею. Скоро куплю gr iii
this is exactly my dilemma. Pocket Carry or Better colors.
Pixel count or other heavy technical specs arent my priority, i have my other pro gear for that. But for the everyday - it's GR3 vs x100v.
You still feel the same 6 months in?
I have a Fuji camera myself and think that there is far too much hype about film simulations.
The best camera is not always the one you have on you, it's the one you're most comfortable with.
I absolutely agree with that, Alex.
The best camera is always the one you can't afford.
The best camera is the one you always left at home
So funny that I was thinking what strap that is when I saw it in this video! Looked perfect for a GRIII!
:) yeah its great! Not many simple straps out there unfortunately.
LCD viewfinders are just mostly black in Southern California. They are just not bright enough to overcome the sunlight. Not going to constantly look for shade to stand in so I can frame the image. So an optical viewfinder may be a compromise that works. Stabilization is great though. Wish my 100V had that.
I guess I can call myself lucky then living in cold grey north germany :) But I can see how the LCD screen would not work well in California. In Japan in Summer I experienced difficulties seeing the Screen in the mid day sun. The optical finder can work well but I find it distracting not knowing how my exposure is or where my focus point is. Thats why I only use the finder when I use snap focus or set the camera up manually.
@@SamuelStreetlife can you recommend budget camera for beginner photography ?
@@SamuelStreetlife Grey North Germany? The sun has been blindingly bright in Mainz these days!
@@shuki9461 check out Mattias Burling CZcams channel he gives amazing reviews of camera’s from all price ranges.
@@shuki9461 canon 5d mark ii or mark iii
Feier dieses Video ❤ „First try oder WAS“
Lintaro! Love your intro .
Where did you get the cross body pouch ?
Super sleek profile
The GR lll B/w is amazing nothing else like it not even my Fuji.
Hi, I have been following you for a while now but haven't felt compelled to write yet. I have been shooting SP for almost 22 years now, which is about as old as a lot of your subscribers :) but.. I am still using my original GR for a few reasons:
1. It still works and although 16MP every time I go look at my top rated images in Lightroom, my GR photos rise to the top!
2. The battery is still good and while I do have third party batteries, my original Ricoh battery just needs one charge a day.
3. I use my GR-1 viewfinder for non-street photos when I feel the need to compose. I do prefer this over an LCD screen by the way for the OPPOSITE reasons you stated. I feel that it immerses me MORE in the scene to be isolated in an optical viewfinder (on other cameras, not on GR since it's technically not an electronic EVF). I feel that it removes the "noise" from around me and helps me find my scene.
4. I love the exposure compensation.
5. It's a bit pricey
6. Last but not least, I'm hoping that Ricoh will come out with my IDEAL camera since the GR is so close! My ideal would incorporate an optional EVF and better battery life. That's really all I need to make it a perfect street camera.
For all other travel, I take my Fuji X-T30ii because it's very small but I can use interchangeable lenses and still use it for street as well.
By the way, I have family in Hamburg so would love to go street shooting sometime when I visit.
Thank you for the review! Amazing small EDCs! The only alternative I found (and still use) is the Sony A5100 with the SEL20F28 - a very small kit!
Great video, I love your content. Is it just me that wish you could customise the macro button to ISO, that way you could change ISO, Aperture and shutter speed without moving your grip
I don't use either the OVF or the screen.
I set my GRs up: M F8 1/500s and snap focus 1.5m / 2m and learned how to see the shot in my mind, which translates into how you angle and hold that the camera for a particular distance. It's even less precise for framing but even more into the psychology of the moment and less visible that I'm working a scene.
It takes practice but the results are well worthwhile.
Wow to the picture on 19:50
good point, im on the opposite side, i like being, "in the camera" separating myself from surroundings, and being that observer.
Thanks!
Luv this logic... also met him walking on Queen and church...
- Titling screen similar to pocketable Sony RX100VII, GRIV may be deeper 3mm than GRIII 😛
- Optional external vertical flash module (detachable at left side of GRIV). GRIV + flash module still same height, just a bit longer.
- Similar to dual flush toilet, dual shutter button (each can assign to different snap focus distance/U1/U2/...).
- Optional ultra thin electronic variable ND filter (detachable like conversion lens, auto ND mode 1/4 to 1/128 setting firmware).
- Similar Apple AirPods, Wireless Charging Leather Case (pocketable, a bit longer 10mm than GRIII for internal battery) for Ricoh GRIV.
Great video! Hope to meet up someday when you come back to Japan 🇯🇵 !! Hope I have a GR IIIx by then!! (Serious GAS! …gear acquisition syndrome!!)
useful video thank you
Started using Nikon Z 40mm for 2 months. How nice it is to have so compact form factor with 40mm field of view with GRIIIX.
Main cam is a Fuji X-T4 with a 35mm 1.4 but I just ordered a GRIII and can’t wait! This will be my “want to take a camera but don’t want to take a bulky camera” choice. 18mm GR + 35mm Fuji should also make for a nice pairing during travel.
I recently got the GR3x & I love the little thing & will probably pick up the original GR3 some time soon. I would be interested to know which squarehood you chose as all the hoods listed are for Fuji lenses & cameras. Cheers & thanks for the great videos.... 👍
I am also interested in using the squarehood so I did some research and found this video: czcams.com/video/2Qf2HAkMM_c/video.html
So good! What straps do you use for the cameras?
Edit : oops you did mention the strap haha
Lumix GX9 with the 28mm and 40mm (equivalent) pancakes is a darn good alternative, with none of the glitches or other issues you mentioned. Totally under appreciated camera.
I have got the Lumix GX80 with those two lenses: also very good.
Or any even smaller Olympus Pen from 2012 onwards with the Sony based 16MP sensor the E-M5 came with originally. The 2012 onwards Pen cameras have: touch screen, IBIS, some have flip screens, they take electronic viewfinders, their auto-focus is fast and reliable even in low light, some of the excellent m.Zuiko primes have manual focus clutches with distance scales for zone focusing. Something like a 2012 E-PM2 is a great alternative to a GRII, even a GRIII given the benefits of MFT.
Even though I swapped my Lumix GX80 for a Fuji XE3, I cannot deny that the Lumix range of cameras are absolutely light years ahead of every other manufacturer when it comes to R&D and the engineering/design. They are without doubt, the closest thing to a 'perfect' camera. I sadly lost patience with the M43 sensor and didn't feel that it was a system I wanted to invest in further. Nonetheless I always recommend Lumix to friends and newcomers.
@@alihall4208 can’t imagine “losing patience” with an image sensor.😂🤷🏼♂️
I have no problem whatsoever with the 20mp sensor in the GX9. Heck I made great 16x24 prints with my GX1 ten years ago.
@@joeltunnah I do miss the native 4:3 aspect ratio but a lot of the times I felt something was 'missing' from the images, has to be said I find it easier to get the certain look I want SOOC with the Fujis. A lot of comes down from not really being bothered to tweak in camera or edit in post
hahaha your intro made my day!
A truly superb, and affordable, "street" camera, but I prefer the old school knobs and dials, viewfinder and full frame of the Leica Q, even if it is four times the price.
40mm versus 28mm is a personal choice. I need the wideness of 28mm (sometimes even wishing even that it was a bit wider) and with genuine street, ideally you really need to be bold and get up close, and the full frame allows a bit more cropping, and with the Q2, even more so.
Leica's are of course expensive, even their ""budget" options, but it has turned out to be the perfect camera for me. With care, it may last me a decade, and it has finally cured my ruinous GAS affliction.
The ending convinced me to get one lol
Genial ! thank you.
Great to see your new video, Lintaro🤗Regarding to “Snap Distance Priority”, just like you, first I thought it were perfect and the best mode for street photographer. However, as you added a note in this video, I am a bit wondered how come SS stayed at 1/40 (not faster as I set) on Tv mode although I usually shoot at 1/500 or faster for my street snaps... therefore most of my photos of “Snap Distance Priority” mode blur completely...😢📷 Only solution is going to Menu of “ISO Setting” and raise “Minimim shutter speed”, but it is a bit too much job to change the setting quickly...🥵 So, eventually, “Snap Distance Priority” is not for fast pace street shooters unfortunately...🤔 Hope Ricoh becomes to realize this issue and release a better solution at next firmware update🤞🏼
I’ve even taken photos without seeing the LCD and the photos have turned out great. Because it’s point and shoot you’re not adjusting exposure
the intro was golden hahah
Great review! I am about to buy the GRIIIx as 40mm is my favourite focal length. One important question: can you put this sexy hood in the GRIIIx or does it only fit in the GR iii?
Wonder if there will be a new one soon? I am actually super interested in switching to this from an A7R3 just so I can take it everywhere
Samuel and Ricoh perfect Match....
Very useful video thanks :) i love my x100V BUT.. I’ve been intrigued by the quality of such a small camera, because I want to be more portable and more « sneaky ». And now when I look at the X100V it looks so big to me 😅 i’m really tempted to switch to the Ricoh Gr3 for EDC 𝗽𝗵𝗼𝘁𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗽𝗵𝘆 and travelling, and keeping my fuji stuff (XH1) for other shooting circumstances
you make me want to buy GRIII again :D
Good content as always! One thing I always wonder is does the GT2 tele converter works with GR3?
Yes it actually does! I wanted to talk about it in this video but the video was already way too long. In short: you will get a little bit of vignetting… but when you shoot wide open and focus close you almost don’t see it. But further distances and closed aperture reveals the vignette. So not very useful. But fun to try out and you can make it work if you only shoot portraits at tF2.8 :) you can also use the GW-4 on the GRIIIx by the way. Corners get a little soft and you loose a bit of clarity overall but it works fine.
Vancouver-Seattle trip is due!
Haha Thanx for the Taxi Driver expression!)
You have so much love for these little awesome Riicoh GR cameras that I'm surprised one of your videos wasn't tittled "Ricoh... suave." yet.
I know, it's a so so song, but I couldn't take my mind out of that "parallel"...
This aparttt, I was wondering, I saw I could easily fit my GR II Nisi filter kit on my Fuji X70 too. Would you know if I'd be able to use my GR II Nisi kit and wide lens purchased for my GR II on the GR III.
I know they say the III won't accept the II filter adapter and such, but I also saw manufacturer (Nisi) saying their filter Kit would only work on GR I/II when they shoud have mentioned that it can fit same on the X70 with the same GR II ring adapter....
Thanks if you have time for any insight, or any trick that would avoid the wide angle repurchase if I upgrade from my GR II to a GR III.
Great video as always, Samuel! Would you mind describing the work-around(s) for the control wheel problem? I absolutely love my GRIII as a shooter, but have now had to send it in for service twice ($350 x 2= almost the cost of a new GR : /). I fear the problem will recur yet again, and if it does I’m not going to shell out still more money on a repair. Please exert your influence at Ricoh to persuade them to fix this problem. THANK YOU, and keep up your great work.
Clean it with a spray or two of e-contact cleaner, work the wheel for a second and let it dry for a minute. That will sort it. It's just a dirty contact. I'm sorry you sent it in. I highly doubt that was necessary.
If you're using it on the street and it starts doing that ever and you can't wait to get home and use contact cleaner, the "workaround" he describes is just using the front-side control wheel to make selections. It's active for that at the same time (for ISO selection, etc.)
Hope that helps. Don't send it to Ricoh for dirty contacts again. That sucks.
That Intro, hahahaha, love it :D
Great video! Thanks Samuel! #^_^ do they have a service center in each country that would clean the sensor from dust?
Samuel what settings did you use?
The pictures are great by the way
I got GR iiix after seeing Samuel's review. I love the 40mm focal length, and the compactness of the camera. I can carry it around without being stressed, and whip it out to take photos whenever I want. It would be awesome if the cameras get updated with autofocus speed of the Sony's or Canon's in the future. That would make the camera perfect.
Every time I see a GR III/IIIx video, I wish my GM5 actually received a version 2. Sigh.
I have the opposito feeling with the lcd. I've tried doing street photography with the back screen of my A7C + 28mm and just hate it. I need an EVF to feel comfortable. Other than that, I'll probably buy a GR someday just for the weight and size.
Terrific video as usual. Couldn't find the square lens hood you mentioned. Can you provide a link or model number?
Omg where can I find the sheath that we can see at the start of this video? love it
Such a good review video. I really want that GR Monochrome. Someone let me know when it comes out! LOL
samuel , great content..
i have question about GR3 street edition since you are the expert...
GRIII Street Edition - can you have 2nd curtain sync or Slow sync? Q20II
like the title says..
on the GR street edition is it possible to do say a 20 second exposure at F16 and just right before the shutter closes.. have the flash unit go off?
i am trying to do this with my Lightpix labs Q20II flash kit.
I'll get the next GR if it comes with flip up screen
Hi Samuel,
Vielen Dank für dieses informative Video! Der Link für die Lenshood geht auf das „Model V“ für Fuji. Ist dies kompatibel mit der GR3?
VG
Jens
Love your review and videos in general. Thanks! I found the Nisi adapter for my gr iii x but I don’t know which SquareHood lens hood will work. I love your setup for protection when outdoors. Can you please tell me which lens hood I will need? Thanks
seems like he did something like this czcams.com/video/2Qf2HAkMM_c/video.html
Thank you Samuel. I don't find the lens adapter you show on your Street Edition. Where is it from? Best!
I fixed the wheel problem with a tiny drop of ethanol and then scrolling a little bit.
I prefer the lcd because i use a manual focus lens, and i focus with the aid of the zoom, even because i have glasses and I can't see properly via the viewfinder
Now I want a GR again. 🤣 who am I kidding, I’ve been missing my GR the moment I sold it. Originally sold my GRiii SE to fund the GRiiix purchase but they were back ordered for so long I bought something else instead. Maybe it’s time to finally get that X 😬