Ricoh GR Digital III, Elegant Point & Shoot 10mp Digital Camera, 28 F/1.9mm Lens

2014-02-03T19:00:00

GREAT MONOCHROME IN CAMERA POCKETABLE FILM LIKE NOISE GRAIN ERGONOMICALLY SOUND

KEVIN S.

2012-04-21T21:00:00

Great little camera, I don't use it with autofocus instead I set the focus distance, this makes the shooting much faster. Only problem I had with it is that after a certain amount of shots it stops to buff for a little while, making me miss a certain shot that I wanted.

M O.

2011-11-18T19:00:00

Excellent camera for enthusiastic photographer, with the main manual controls to fill you are the real author of your photos. Real pocket portable and discreet

Javiem

2011-10-23T21:00:00

The GRDIII is a phenomenal little shooter, with almost zero shutter lag, sharp optics, and stunning color, this little guy slides into my jacket pocket every day when I go out shooting. Definitely include the viewfinder in your purchase, it makes the GRDIII a very serious little camera.

Daniel S.

2011-10-10T21:00:00

Needs A Photo Stabilizer Control for me.

Georgie H.

2011-09-25T21:00:00

F/1.9 lens great for subdued light situations.

Foto F.

2011-09-03T21:00:00

This is best PS camera. Fast auto focus and possibility to set focused distance manually. I reduces Lag/Shutter delay to almost 0. And in common, that camera provides you the feeling of Pro SLR camera. It has even (3!) custom setting like my Canon 5d II. If you have experience with SLR camera - you will find all button and controls on same places but in smaller size. I never missed zoom feature but I hope next version will have a image stabilization.

VLAD

2011-07-10T21:00:00

Never knew Ricoh made cameras before I got an early model RDC-7 Ricoh unit to use at work. Then when I needed to order one, I liked it so much, researched and found the GR in 8 megapixel was their current offering, so I ordered one. Have used the GR in various intensity & color temperature lighting conditions, very acceptable grain without flash. Compact, even with add-on wide angle lens group fitted. I use the close focus capability for flat field items, where 1 cm focal distance from lens is excellent & unmatched by many other cameras I personally own. It have used it for microscope work as well. Camera software is upgradable & have done that a few times; and while it's reasonably painless to do, I would have liked to be able to keep the settings stored/backed up in case the download went awry as bits sometimes do. Sure I have bigger ones with lens choices, etc, but this is my pocket workhorse. Needless to say, when I need a new one to replace it, it will be their latest GR release.

Chuck K.

2011-07-02T21:00:00

While a fixed 28mm lens isn't for everyone this camera while being almost 3 years old is a fantastic camera for street photography. Small, quiet, fast and simple.

MICHAEL P.

2010-11-20T19:00:00

I literally tried every high end compact available and none compared to this one. I love the fixed lens, image quality and the controls and handling of this camera are unmatched in this class. I could care less about video, I wanted a camera I would carry everywhere and capture the moments. This camera makes me want to take pictures. There is no real shutter delay and any noise looks like film grain. I would rather have a 35mm equiv focal length but that is a preference so I won't deduct a star for that. Flash is powerful enough but if you get too close it will overexpose the subject. If I needed a zoom the LX5 would be the best choice but it is a chunky little camera with a separate lens cap and that was enough to make me leave it on the shelf instead of taking it everywhere.

JPA267

2010-03-20T21:00:00

I have had this camera for a few weeks and have really gotten a chance to to explore the menu. It haas some amazing features that only bulky DSLRs have. The 28mm lens is limiting but I like that it makes me stand closer to my shots. This camera is not for taking pictures of wild animals from a safe distance. I will probably never take a close up of an alligator with it; for capturing real life it can't be beat. The price is a little high but compared to an SLR that I would be buying lens for it really is a fair price.

JEFFREY C.

2010-01-11T19:00:00

Ricoh GR DIII is outstanding in terms of image quality in compact size well in hand. High quality fast GR lens with F1.9 and work very well at high iso 800. Function work great and easy to understand. Control buttons are in good position. I like the small pop-up flash and also like the conversion lens GH-2 to attach the filter size 43mm to protect the lens. Strong and solid body construction, battery also very good. Reasonable price.

PlayPixel

2010-01-09T19:00:00

A great camera!

Sun

2009-10-27T21:00:00

When my friend who had a GR2 told me to check out the GR3... I never thought I would find a compact digital with that rivaled shots from my expensive collection of cameras I own. Simply put, if you are a professional or experienced photographer that needs a compact, this is the camera for you. Super fast shutter speed in low light, raw images, and the list goes on. Screw optical zoom, fixed lenses are where its at with compacts. And even if you're a novice, this is the camera for you if you don't mind the price. You will end up getting rid of your Lumix LX3 after getting this.

Anthony D.