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.

this has been the most comprehensive Review of both GR's + Accessories. thank you for making my decision MUCH easier .

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

A genuine review, Samuel: sincere thanks, and very helpful to me.

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!

I love the 2 camera set up. still light weight and not having to worry about changing lenses is a big plus.

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.

@flagger2020

2 жыл бұрын

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..

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.

Got my GRIIIx Urban edition few weeks ago, really fun to use! Appreciate the vid!

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!

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.

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.

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.

Very nice Ricoh GR3 Overview!!

“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.

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!

@SamuelStreetlife

2 жыл бұрын

Yes they do complement each other nicely :) Thanks for the comment!

thanks for the fieldtrip, love this video

Thank you very much for your positive energy.

"Next to the red light district. As always a good place to, you know, warm up."

@TheObscureAlternative

8 ай бұрын

Hey .sell the camera ,not you . I’m trying to figure this camera out & your a distraction

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!

- 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.

Just discovered your channel with this review, this exactly what I’m looking for, you definitely sold me the GR3 🙏🏼

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.

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.

The lens quality is jaw - dropping.

Great video and I agree with all your comments on the Ricoh cameras.

@SamuelStreetlife

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching :)

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!

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

@jimmason8502

Жыл бұрын

Fuji needs to upgrade the X70, basically a GR with all those great Fuji features.

@ekkanofiqandriyana7325

Жыл бұрын

You don't need to post proceeds the positive film efect ang high contrast BW of GRii its amazing straight out of camera

@betonskij

Жыл бұрын

Я неделю назад продал свой x100v и не жалею. Скоро куплю gr iii

@deejaypile

Жыл бұрын

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?

@danielxpool

Жыл бұрын

I have a Fuji camera myself and think that there is far too much hype about film simulations.

17:30 that was the most relatable sigh I've ever witnessed 🤣

The best Ricoh GR3 and GR3x longterm review out on YT ever!

The best camera is not always the one you have on you, it's the one you're most comfortable with.

@Riccardo.Perini

2 жыл бұрын

I absolutely agree with that, Alex.

@NishantSingh-zx3cd

2 жыл бұрын

The best camera is always the one you can't afford.

@anonymousperson3596

Жыл бұрын

The best camera is the one you always left at home

good point, im on the opposite side, i like being, "in the camera" separating myself from surroundings, and being that observer.

This has sold me on purchasing one in the near future.

Hi Samuel, hab mir die GR3 Street Edition vor ein paar Wochen wegen Deiner Videos zugelegt (GR Project): Wirklich ein fantastischer Fotoapparat!

@SamuelStreetlife

2 жыл бұрын

Oh das freut mich zu hören!!! Viel spaß mit der Street Edition :)

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.

Just found your channel when learning more about the Ricoh GR series. Subscribed.

@SamuelStreetlife

7 ай бұрын

Thank you Christian! Glad to hear you are enjoying my videos :)

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.

The GR lll B/w is amazing nothing else like it not even my Fuji.

💯 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!

@SamuelStreetlife

2 жыл бұрын

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.

Great video. Started selling some of my FF glass since I fell in love with my gr iii x

Almost 100k. Congrats.

Another GReat video, Samuel! I like the concept of “desert island camera”

@SamuelStreetlife

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Ricardo! Let's hope we will never to relocate to a desert island though haha.

@Riccardo.Perini

2 жыл бұрын

@@SamuelStreetlife yes, indeed 😅

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

you're gr3 work is so good

So funny that I was thinking what strap that is when I saw it in this video! Looked perfect for a GRIII!

@SamuelStreetlife

2 жыл бұрын

:) yeah its great! Not many simple straps out there unfortunately.

All the way around the and back to the GRIII. Cool man.

@SamuelStreetlife

2 жыл бұрын

The circle of life!

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.

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.

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!

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.

@SamuelStreetlife

2 жыл бұрын

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.

@shuki9461

2 жыл бұрын

@@SamuelStreetlife can you recommend budget camera for beginner photography ?

@ryankwan1934

2 жыл бұрын

@@SamuelStreetlife Grey North Germany? The sun has been blindingly bright in Mainz these days!

@andrewfoster2296

2 жыл бұрын

@@shuki9461 check out Mattias Burling KZread channel he gives amazing reviews of camera’s from all price ranges.

@GurmeetSingh-fr8uo

Жыл бұрын

@@shuki9461 canon 5d mark ii or mark iii

Wow to the picture on 19:50

The banana joke is magnificent. Thanks!

Love the intro ! Don't mess with Samuel "Lucky" Luke !!!

Wildes Intro!

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🤞🏼

Thanks!

Luv this logic... also met him walking on Queen and church...

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!!)

I had a Ricoh for a year but sold it and bought a xpro 2 much happier now. Had to sell it before it got dust or stopped working.

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?

Feier dieses Video ❤ „First try oder WAS“

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

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

useful video thank you

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.

@donaldoswald8754

2 жыл бұрын

I have got the Lumix GX80 with those two lenses: also very good.

@weisserth

2 жыл бұрын

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.

@alihall4208

2 жыл бұрын

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.

@joeltunnah

2 жыл бұрын

@@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.

@alihall4208

2 жыл бұрын

@@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

Genial ! thank you.

Samuel and Ricoh perfect Match....

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.

@ryankwan1934

2 жыл бұрын

Every time I see a GR III/IIIx video, I wish my GM5 actually received a version 2. Sigh.

I was hesitant to purchase the GR iii when they were still in stock and went with the x100v also before all the hype and now I want a Ricoh lol luckily I only waited two days and was able to snag the Street Edition and even have the Diary Edition ordered but I might gift that one to my wife.

Lintaro! Love your intro . Where did you get the cross body pouch ? Super sleek profile

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

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 😬

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?

hahaha your intro made my day!

what neck strap are you using?

Vancouver-Seattle trip is due!

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

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

I'll get the next GR if it comes with flip up screen

the intro was golden hahah

I fixed the wheel problem with a tiny drop of ethanol and then scrolling a little bit.

you make me want to buy GRIII again :D

I just came back from a trip with the usual back pain… carrying the large full frame camera, the huge lenses and yes… I need to make a change… maybe the GRIIIx is the camera. I’ve been looking at micro four thirds, but maybe having a fixed lens is what the doctor ordered. Wish it had more resolution as I’m used to cropping the images coming out of my Sony a7R4

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.

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.

Such a good review video. I really want that GR Monochrome. Someone let me know when it comes out! LOL

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.... 👍

@maco-world

Жыл бұрын

I am also interested in using the squarehood so I did some research and found this video: kzread.info/dash/bejne/ZIWalKp6m7Czj8Y.html

Hi Samuel, sorry to bother you with a little gear question… the square hood you use is the Fuji x100 model? The threads are 49mm? Does it have any issues lining up or does the lock ring also work with the GA filter adapter? Thanks!

wow i had no idea the new gr had ibis. need to save up now!

The ending convinced me to get one lol

Omg where can I find the sheath that we can see at the start of this video? love it

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.

Samuel -- get your hands on some non-conductive electronics cleaner that is safe for plastics. Remove the battery, spray a little of that into the wheel, spin it, and then let it dry. It fixed my back wheel and it hasnt gunked up again yet (about 6 months later so far)

@therealchickentender

2 жыл бұрын

This. ^ ^ I just posted the same (but angrier). lol I can't believe how many ppl have not tried e-contact cleaner. This is what it's for.

I’ve been using the GR II for a number of years now. While it’s “only” 16MP, does not have IBIS, I do like it a lot. In fact, I like the size and usability more than the GRIII, as I’ve been using a GRIIIx since it was available for purchase in the US when it launched. The GRIIIx is an astonishing impressive camera for its size, it’s a true marvel of engineering what they managed to pull off in a body that small. Whenever a Leica rep tells me IBIS in the Leica CL will never happen because the body is so small, I point to the Ricoh GRIII. I’ve run into the GRIIIx issue with the camera freezing and I can say with absolute certainty it’s a third party battery issue. I’m using the same format batteries I have from compact Olympus cameras (TG Tracker, XZ-2). They work, but sometimes the GRIIIx freezes. Unfortunate and in my opinion a shame as Ricoh should be able to use their choice of a commonly used battery format to their advantage. While zone focus via snap focus is great, when taking advantage of the f2.8 aperture and the APSC sensor in low light, auto focus is a huge issue. It is so damn slow and unreliable. I’d rather use a Olympus E-PM2 Pen Mini with the m.Zuiko 17mm f1.8 at 16MP than the GRIIIx in low light purely for the focusing issues of the Ricoh. Overall, I think the E-PM2 is a great alternative to the GR line with the right lenses. The way Samuel has rigged out his GR cameras, a small Olympus Pen is not bigger with the small m.Zuiko lenses. And oh yes, the m.Zuiko small primes suitable best for street come with manual focus, a focus scale and can be set to zone focus more conveniently than a GR. The slightly smaller sensor means you don’t even need to stop down that much for equal depth of field. And yes, the pen already had IBIS and a touch screen in 2012! And you can have a decent EVF, the exact same one Leica found to be sufficient for their Leica M240 which came out the same year as the E-PM2. I now have two of these, the last one I bought for $100 at a camera store with 90 days of warranty. For the same price you can get the ever so slightly bigger E-PL5 which is mostly identical, yet it has a tilting LCD screen. The only real advantage the GR has over the Pen is 95% single handed operation (maybe 100% with that extra thumb rest), a silent shutter, flash sync speed at any shutter speed and more street credibility. In street shooting, the image quality and resolution is not really an issue, especially since the Pen will be better at getting some shots the GR cannot nail reliably due to it’s focus issues. Olympus Micro Four Thirds cameras where always underrated and under-appreciated. The plus side is you can pick them up really cheap now. Every Pen released 2012 or newer, in great condition, I am basically buying without a second thought.

Hey Samuel, I had a different experience with the batteries. My two original Ricoh batteries got swollen and created all sorts of weird errors in the camera, like an overheating warning when I just turned it on; or the screen freezing and not responding. As soon as I changed them for two non-brand batteries, the camera worked as reliably and good as always. Even bought a couple of off-brand replacements, since I can't trust the OEM batteries. Don't know if I got a couple of lemons or if its a real problem. Anyway, wanted to share. Love my GRIII.

@SamuelStreetlife

2 жыл бұрын

Oh interesting! Haven't heard this before. My original batteries work very well. But maybe this is why some people experience overheating (or the camera getting) hot with their GR III's and some aren't. Thanks for sharing!

The juggling gave me a heart attack. The GR flex on the table is the best hahaha. I haven't really tried snap focus with the touchscreen. I will have to try, though I feel the button is less conspicuous.

@SamuelStreetlife

2 жыл бұрын

I find the touch screen to be less conspicuous than the shutter button actually. And it gives me less camera shake when I use slow shutter speeds. It is so faster than full press snap! A tiny bit. But enough to make a difference when timing is critical :)

@hendrixg

2 жыл бұрын

@@SamuelStreetlife you win, I will try it on my next walk.

I have both Ricoh and Fujifilm cameras but I've always preferred the shooting experience of my Ricoh cameras. I would like to see Ricoh come out with some weather sealed cameras because for street photography there's always a chance for rain. Fujifilm has decent options for street photography. They have interchangeable lens options and weather sealed cameras/lenses. But their mushy image quality from the x-trans sensor is always so disappointing when looking at the files. Ricoh has much better sharpness and image quality

@Chazyfizzlez

2 жыл бұрын

That's fair. If you use Lightroom, I agree. But Capture One produces amazing Fuji files. I recently went back and looked through my C1 catalog with X100F and XT3 files from a couple years ago and was amazed by the quality. I moved to Leica Q2/SL2 from Fujifilm a couples years ago because I didn't want to use C1.