The RICOH GR III HDF features a Highlight Diffusion Filter (HDF) that diffuses highlights for softer light, creating more expressive images with a sense of depth and emotion.

With the exceptional image quality, flawless point-and-shoot operation, and outstanding portability that the GR series is known for, the RICOH GR III HDF allows the user to instantly engage the built-in HDF with a single action. This special-effect filter diffuses highlight areas and creates a blurred effect along the image’s edges, making it possible to capture somewhat nostalgic images resembling those captured in film photography or vintage movies.

This creative versatility expands the visual boundaries of snapshot photography, giving the user the option to shoot high resolution, high contrast images for accuracy and precision; or softer, more expressive images to create a sense of depth and emotion, depending on their subject or creative intention.

 

 

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Built-in HDF (Highlight Diffusion Filter)

The built-in HDF (Highlight Diffusion Filter) diffuses highlights for softer light, creating more expressive images with a sense of depth and emotion.

It 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 vintage movies.

Select HDF with a press of a button

The HDF ON/OFF function can be quickly changed with a press of the Fn button on the back of the camera. “HDF” is printed near the Fn button.

* The Fn button can also be assigned to other function buttons.

 

Silver Shutter Release Button

The dark silver shutter-release button of RICOH GR III HDF subtly differentiates it from the standard RICOH GR III model. The appearance changes depending on the angle of light.

 

Pre-Program White-balance settings

Up to 3 custom white balances can now be registered. The base white balance and your own fine-tuned white balance can be assigned in combination.

*Note:  This function will be available for 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 the new RICOH GR III HDF and RICOH GR IIIx HDF.

Zone Select AF

Zone-select AF allows the user to select any zone within the 3×3 focusing area* and automatically focus on the appropriate position within the area.

*The 3×3 focusing area is similar in size to the existing “Auto-area AF (Center)”.

Note:  This function will be available for 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 the new RICOH GR III HDF and RICOH GR IIIx HDF.

 

High resolution and high contrast. Introducing the sharp imaging of the newly developed GR lens

The GR lens with a new lens construction was developed for even better image quality. This lens uses a slim optical system with six elements in four groups while maintaining the 18.3 mm (35 mm format equivalent: 28 mm) focal length and brightness of F2.8. High-refractive index, low dispersion glass and aspherical high-precision molded glass lenses are optimally placed in the lens construction to suppress distortion and chromatic aberration to the absolute limit, delivering a high level of sharpness. This results in images that are sharp and clear across the entire frame even from the widest aperture setting.

The detailed descriptive power of the 24.2 M large APS-C size image sensor

This model is equipped with a high-resolution, wide dynamic range APS-C size CMOS image sensor (approx. 24.24 effective megapixels). It has approximately 1.5 times the pixels of the GR II and an anti-aliasing filterless construction that utilizes the characteristics of the high-resolution lens for high-definition detail reproduction. Both the image sensor and lens are also optimized for the best possible image quality.

Advanced image processing and responsiveness. Meet the new GR ENGINE 6

The imaging processor on this model is the new GR ENGINE 6. It elevates the essential high image quality performance of the GR for an even greater level of detail. Faster processing makes a high pixel count image sensor and multi-level gradation in 14-bit RAW possible. This also contributes to improved responsiveness and functionality for autofocus and movie.

Shooting at ISO 102400 is possible with our original signal processing technology

A high-performance processor “Accelerator Unit” has been adopted on this model as a powerful way to support high image quality. The signal output by the image sensor is sent to the image processor after being optimally handled. This reduces noise, delivering superb resolution and color reproduction across the entire sensitivity range. It also makes it possible to shoot at ISO 102400.

 

3-axis, 4-step Shake Reduction for high image quality across a wide shooting range

Camera shake is reduced for crisp images even when taking split-second snapshots. Shake Reduction is installed while making the body size of the GR III more compact than its predecessor model. It minimizes the shake on three axes, including yaw, pitch and roll. Compensation effects deliver as many as 4 steps of shutter speed*.
*CIPA standard.

1/125 sec., F2.8, ISO2000, EV -2, WB: Multi Auto White Balance

AA filter simulator for reducing false colors and moiré thanks to Shake Reduction mechanism

The effects of the optical anti-aliasing (AA) filter are obtained with Shake Reduction. Moving the image sensor slightly during the exposure suppresses false colors and moiré. You can choose whether to prioritize resolution or reducing false colors and moiré depending on your subject. Choose [High] or [Low] for effect settings.
• Sufficient functionality may be achieved when the shutter speed is slower than 1/1000 second.

 

AA Filter Selector

Thanks to the built-in SR system, by using the microscopic vibration of the image sensor unit during image exposure, generates the same level of moiré-reduction effect as optical AA (anti-aliasing) filter. Unlike fixed optical AA filters which always creates the identical result, this innovative simulator allows the user to adjust the level of the moiré-reduction effect from OFF, Type1 and Type2. Bracketing of all those settings is also possible. Depending on your subject, you can chose high resolution shooting or AA filtered shooting.

 

Lens Lens Construction 6 elements in 4 groups (2 aspherical lens elements)
Focal Length, Aperture 18.3mm (Approx. 28mm 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:6000×4000), M(15M:4800×3200), S(7M:3360×2240), XS(2M:1920×1280)
【1:1】L(16M:4000×4000), M(10M:3200×3200), S(5M:2240×2240), XS(1.6M:1280×1280)
Movie File Format: MPEG4 AVC/H.264 (MOV)
Recorded Pixels: Full HD (1920×1080, 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)*1, Zone Select AF*2, Select AF, Pinpoint AF, Tracking AF, Continuous AF, MF, Snap, ∞    *1 The latest firmware is required to use the full feature.
*2 They will also be available for all GR III/GR IIIx series cameras with the new firmware update to be released at a later date.
Face Detection ON, Use only in Auto-area, OFF
Focus Range (From lens face) Normal: Approx. 0.1m~, Macro Mode: Approx. 0.06m~0.12m
Exposure Exposure Mode Program AE, Aperture Priority AE, Shutter Priority AE, Manual Exposure, Snap Distance Priority*
*The latest firmware is required to use the full feature.
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*
*They will also be available for all GR III/GR IIIx series cameras with the new firmware update to be released at a later date.
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 35mm, 50mm, OFF
Image Control Standard, Vivid, Monotone, Soft Monotone, Hard Monotone, Hi-Contrast B&W, Positive Film, Bleach Bypass, Retro, 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 (Adjust parameter varies depending on the selected image setting)
* This parameter will be available via a firmware update.

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
*The latest firmware is required to use the full feature with GR III.
HDF (Highlight Diffusion Filter) ON, OFF
Display Display magnification (4x, 16x), Grid display (4×4 Grid, 3×3 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 (3×3 Grid, 4×4 Grid), Bright area warning, Auto Image Rotation,Calendar Filmstrip Display*  *That latest firmware is required to use the full feature.
Base Parameter Adjustment Brightness, Saturation, Hue, Contrast, Sharpness
RAW Development Aspect Ratio, JPEG Recorded Pixels, Color Space, White Balance, Image Control, Peripheral Illumination Correction, Sensitivity, High-ISO Noise Reduction, Shadow Correction
Edit Resize, Cropping, 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-C™ 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 Approx. 109.4(W)×61.9(H)×33.2(D)mm (excluding protrusions)
Weight Approx. 257g (Included dedicated battery and SD memory card), Approx. 227g (Body only)
Included Accessories  Rechargeable Battery DB-110, USB Power Adapter, Power Plug, USB Cable I-USB166
Language English, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Italy, Dutch, Danish, Swedish, Finnish, Polish, Czech, Hungarian, Turkey, Greek, Russian, Thai, Korean, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Japanese
  • Rechargeable Battery (DB-110)
    Model No. 37838

  • Wide Conversion Lens (GW-4)
    Model No. 30248

  • Lens Adapter (GA-1)
    Model No. 37817

  • External Viewfinder GV-1
    Model No. 172798

  • Metal Hot Shoe Cover (GK-1)
    Model No. 30252

  • Battery Charger (BJ-11)
    Model No. 37861

  • AC Adapter (K-AC 166U)
    Model No. 38372

  • Cable Switch CA-3
    Model No. 30004

  • Soft Case (GC-9)
    Model No. 30249

  • Neck Strap GS-3
    Model No. 175810

  • Auto flash [AF201FG]
    Model No. 30458

GR III HDF Camera

Rechargeable Battery DB-110

USB Power Adapter

Power Plug

USB Cable I-USB166