The Ricoh GR Limited Edition Digital Camera is a compact, advanced point-and-shoot featuring a large 16.2MP APS-C sized CMOS sensor and GR ENGINE V image processor to produce high-resolution still imagery and full HD 1080p movies with notable low-light sensitivity to ISO 25600. The traditional anti-aliasing (optical low-pass) filter has been removed from the GR's design in order to gain the highest sharpness and resolution possible for tremendous image quality and detail. The image processor also contributes to a wealth of speed throughout the camera system, including a 4 fps continuous shooting rate, 1 second start-up time, 0.2 second autofocus speed, and fast, continuous autofocusing capabilities.
A built-in fixed-focal length 28mm f/2.8 (35mm equivalent) lens provides a traditional wide-angle perspective and is well-suited to everyday shooting as well as low-light conditions. Two aspherical elements are incorporated within the optical design to minimize aberrations and contribute to high clarity and sharpness. Additionally, a nine-blade diaphragm, coupled with the f/2.8 maximum aperture aids in creating pleasing shallow depth of field and selective focus imagery.
This limited edition design of the GR camera features a refined exterior appearance and also includes a trio of aesthetically-styled accessories.
Sensor Type | CMOS Sensor |
Sensor Size | APS-C |
Color depth | 8 bit JPG, 12 bit RAW |
Effective pixels (total pixels) | 16.2MP |
Lens Type/construction | Ricoh GR lens, 7 elements, 5 groups (2 aspheric elements), 9 diaphragm blades |
Optical zoom | Fixed prime lens |
Focal length (equiv.) | 18.3mm (28mm) |
Aperture | f/2.8 - f/16 |
Filter diameter | 43mm (Hood and Adapter GH-2 required) |
Focus Type | TTL 190 point hybrid autofocus, AF assist lamp, AF external sensor (CDAF) |
Focus Sensitivity range | LV 4 to 17 (without AF assist lamp) |
Focus modes | Multi AF (Contrast AF method), Spot AF (Contrast AF method), Pinpoint AF, Subject-tracking AF, MF, Snap, infinity, Face recognition priority (only in Auto mode), Continuous |
Focus point adjustment | Auto, User-Selectable, Center |
Focus lock | Yes |
AF assist | Yes |
Focus range | Normal: 11.76" to infinity Macro: 3.9" to infinity |
Metering system: Type | TTL |
Metering system: Sensitivity range | EV 1.8 to 17.7 (ISO 100, 50mm F1.4) |
Metering patterns | (multi, center, spot) |
Exposure compensation | +/- 4 EV (1/3 steps) |
Exposure lock | Yes |
Exposure bracketing | +/- 2 EV (3 frames, 1/2 or 1/3 steps, individual image exposure adjustable) |
Shutter Type | Programmed AE mechanical and electronic shutter mechanism |
Shutter speed | 1/4000 - 300 sec., Bulb, Time |
LCD/Viewfinder Display | 3.0" transparent LCD, w/ protective cover |
LCD resolution | 1,230,000 dots |
LCD framerate | 22 FPS |
Wide angle viewable | Yes |
Viewfinder | Yes, via hotshoe mounted external optical viewfinder (sold separately) |
Auto flash: Type | Built-in series control auto flash |
Flash modes | Auto, Flash ON, Slow-Sync, Manual, AUTO Red-Eye Flash, Flash ON Red, Eye, Slow-Sync Red-Eye |
Effective range | 3.3' - 9.8' (auto ISO) |
Guide Number | (5.4 / 100 ISO) |
Flash exposure compensation | +/- 2 EV (1/3 steps) |
External Flash: Type | Hot shoe TTL-A (TTL w/ pre-flash) |
Synchronization speed | 1/2000 sec |
Internal memory | 54 MB |
Removable memory | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Eye-Fi (X2 Series) |
Ports | USB 2.0 hi-speed, AV/USB out, HDMI (Micro, Type D) |
Video out | NTSC, PAL, HD (HDMI supports HD Auto, 1080p, 720p, 480p) |
Microphone | Built-in monaural |
Power source | Rechargeable Li-Ion battery DB-65 |
Recordable images | Li-Ion approx. 290 (CIPA) |
Playback time | Li-Ion approx. 190 min |
Movie recording time | 25 min. maximum time per clip |
AC adapter available | Yes (sold separately) |
System Requirements | Windows: Windows 8(32bit/64bit / Windows 7(32bit/64bit)/ Windows Vista(32bit/64bit)/ Windows XP(SP3 or later, Home/Pro 32bit) Installation requires administrator rights an be run as a 32-bit application on any 64-bit Edition of Windows Mac: MacOS X 10.8/10.7 / 10.6 / 10.5 |
Primary construction material(s) | Magnesium Alloy covers |
Operating temperature | 32-104deg.F |
Image file: Recorded resolutions | 16M (4928x3264), (4352x3264), (3264x3264), 10M (3936x2608), (3488x2608), (2608x2608), 5M (2912x1936), (2592x1936), (1936x1936), 1M (1280x864), (1152x864), (864x864) + 1920x1080, 1280x720, 640x480 |
Image file: Quality levels | RAW, RAW +, L (Large), M (Medium), S (Small), XS (Xtra Small) |
File formats | RAW (DNG), RAW +, JPG (EXIF 2.3), DCF 2.0 compliant, DPOF, PIM III |
Color space | sRGB, AdobeRGB |
ISO Sensitivity | AUTO, AUTO-HI, Manual ISO 100 - 25600 |
White Balance: Type | Image sensor detection, Auto, Multi-P AUTO, Outdoors, Shade, Cloudy, Incandescent 1, Incandescent 2, Daylight, Neutral White, Cool White, Warm White, Manual, Details, White Balance Bracket Function. |
Manual mode(s) | Yes |
WB fine adjustment | +/- 8 steps B-A axis or G-M axis |
WB bracketing | Yes |
Capture Mode selection | Auto shooting mode, Program shift mode, Aperture-Priority mode, Shutter-Priority mode, Shutter/Aperture priority mode, Manual exposure mode, Bulb mode, Time mode, Movie, My Settings Mode |
Effects modes | B&W, B&W (TE), High Contrast B&W, Cross-Process, Positive Film, Bleach-Bypass, Retro, Miniaturize, High-Key |
Face Detection | AF & AE - available in Auto modes for up to 10 faces. |
PAvTvTAvM | P, Av, TV, TAv, M |
Date Imprint | Yes (date, date & time) |
Electronic level | Yes (horizontal tilt, forward-back pitch) |
File/Folder customization | Embed copyright |
Drive Mode selection | Continuous shooting, Self-timer, Interval shooting, Effect bracketing, Dynamic range bracketing, Contrast bracketing, Color space setting, FA/Move Target, Dynamic range compensation, Multiple exposure shooting, Interval composite, Noise reduction, Histogram, Grid Guide, Depth-of-field indicator, Electronic level indicator |
Continuous FPS | Approx. 4 fps |
Multi-exposure | 2-4 shots, auto exposure adjustment, save individual images |
Interval | Unlimited shots, 5s to 1h interval in 5s increments |
HDR | Available as Dynamic Range Double Shot scene mode |
Cable switch | Yes (sold separately) |
Playback mode selection | Auto Rotate, Grid View, Enlarged Display (up to 16X), Slideshow, Resize, Skew Correct Mode, Level Compensation, White Balance Compensation, Trim, DPOF Setting, Color Correction Mode, Convert RAW, Clip Movie File, Save still image from movie, Eye-Fi Transfer |
Recorded resolutions / (FPS) | VGA 640x480p (30/25/24), 720p (30/50/60), 1080p (30/25/24) |
Video file: Quality levels | Fixed |
File formats (compression) | AVI (Motion JPG) |
Sound | WAV (PCM), Monaural |
Video file: Shutter speed | 1/2000 to 1/30 |
Maximum movie recording time | 25 minutes or 4GB memory equivalent |
Language Support | English, Japanese |
Dimensions (WxHxD) | 4.6x2.4x1.4" / 11.68x6.09x3.55cm |
Weight | Without battery or removable memory: 7.6oz / 215.45g Loaded and ready: 8.6oz / 243.8g |
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