Ricoh GR PDF User Manual
Did you lose or misplace the instruction manual that came with your Ricoh GR? It happens all too easily, but fortunately Ricoh makes a soft copy available that you can browse through online, print out, or download (see the pdf file below). It is certainly good practice to carefully familiarize oneself with the many different functionalities and options that the GR offers, and the official user manual is without doubt an authoritative and comprehensive source of respective information.
That said, the instruction booklet can be a dry read, so that a dedicated camera guide book from a professional photographer that illustrates the camera's core functions in a real life photography context can be a very helpful complement. Yes, getting one of these camera guides (see here at amazon) would involve an additional expense, but if that book helps to exploit the camera's potential to the full, the (small) additional investment may well be worth it.
Also, you might want to check out the video tutorial on the Ricoh GR below.
In any case, the GR is an advanced imaging tool, whose many features merit serious attention. This fixed lens compact camera was revealed to the public on April 17th, 2013, which means that, as of today, the camera is 4177 days old (young?). The camera has meanwhile been discontinued and was succeeded by the Ricoh GR II as a replacement in the same line of cameras.
Ricoh's instruction manual for the GR
The camera's instruction manual is 150 pages long. The pdf version is embedded below. As you browse through, you will hopefully find the information you are looking for. You can also print out a hard copy by right clicking on the manual and then choosing the respective menu option. For convenience, a summary of the key specs of the GR is included towards the bottom of this webpage.
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If you prefer to read the user guide in another language, please check the respective availability on Ricoh's support site. That site also provides complementary online resources, such as information on the compatibility of various camera accessories or the availability of firmware updates that are not necessarily comprehensively covered in the instruction manual.
Printed, hardcopy versions of the Ricoh GR manual can sometimes be found online. You can check the availability on amazon and ebay via the buttons below.
Video tutorial for the Ricoh GR
Perhaps instead of reading through a manual or operations guide, you might prefer to better familiarize yourself with your GR by watching a video tutorial. It can notably help to quickly get to know the key functions and to set up your camera according to your particular preferences and needs.
Once again, the Ricoh GR is a sophisticated imaging tool and not exploiting its capabilities to the full would be a pity. Hence, taking the time to study online information material or to read through a well-written camera guide book is highly recommended to make the most of your purchase.
Ricoh GR FAQ
Below are some additional questions and answers concerning some particular features of the GR.
What type of imaging sensor is used in the Ricoh GR?
The camera features a CMOS (Complementary Metal–Oxide–Semiconductor) sensor.
What is the ISO sensitivity range of the Ricoh GR?
The camera has a native sensitivity range from ISO 100 to ISO 25600.
Can the Ricoh GR be equipped with an optional viewfinder?
Yes, Ricoh provides the GV-1 as an accessory (here on amazon) that can be mounted on the hotshoe.
Do I need to purchase an external camera trigger to shoot time-lapse sequences with the Ricoh GR?
No, the Ricoh GR has an intervalometer built-in, so that low frequency shooting (for example, flower blooming, sunset, moon rise) can be undertaken without the need to purchase a separate external intervalometer and related software.
Does the Ricoh GR feature an autofocus assist light?
Yes, the camera has a lamp built-in that can illuminate the subject and improve autofocus in low-light settings.
What is the fastest shutter speed that can be used with the Ricoh GR for flash photography?
The GR's flash sync speed is 1/400 sec.
Does the Ricoh GR support the Ultra High Speed (UHS) bus interface for SD cards?
Yes, the camera can indeed use UHS-I cards (data transfer speed of up to 104 MB/s).
Which battery does the Ricoh GR use?
The camera gets its power from the Ricoh DB-65 (here at amazon), which is a rechargeable Lithium-Ion power pack.
Further reading
How does the GR stack up against available alternatives? In case you would like to check on the differences and similarities with other camera models, just make a corresponding selection in the search boxes below. An an alternative, you can also directly jump to any one of the listed comparisons that were previously generated by the CAM-parator tool.
Core camera specifications
Here is a list of the main features and technical characteristics of the Ricoh GR.
Camera Model | Ricoh GR | |
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Camera Type | Fixed lens compact camera | |
Camera Lens | 28mm f/2.8 | |
Launch Date | April 2013 | |
Launch Price | USD 799 | |
Sensor Specs | ||
Sensor Technology | CMOS | |
Sensor Format | APS-C Sensor | |
Sensor Size | 23.7 x 15.6 mm | |
Sensor Area | 370 mm2 | |
Sensor Diagonal | 28.4 mm | |
Crop Factor | 1.5x | |
Sensor Resolution | 16.1 Megapixels | |
Image Resolution | 4 928 x 3 264 pixels | |
Pixel Pitch | 4.79 μm | |
Pixel Density | 4.35 MP/cm2 | |
Moiré control | no AA filter | |
Movie Capability | 1080/30p Video | |
ISO Setting | 100 - 25 600 ISO | |
DXO Sensor Quality (score) | 78 | |
DXO Color Depth (bits) | 23.6 | |
DXO Dynamic Range (EV) | 13.5 | |
DXO Low Light (ISO) | 972 | |
Screen Specs | ||
Viewfinder Type | Viewfinder optional | |
Top-Level Screen | no Top Display | |
LCD Framing | Live View | |
LCD Size | 3.0 inch | |
LCD Resolution | 1230k dots | |
LCD Attachment | Fixed screen | |
Touch Input | No touchscreen | |
Shooting Specs | ||
Focus System | Contrast-detect AF | |
Manual Focusing Aid | no Peaking Feature | |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000s | |
Continuous Shooting | 4 shutter flaps/s | |
Silent Shooting | no E-Shutter | |
Time Lapse Photography | Intervalometer Built-in | |
Fill Flash | Built-in Flash | |
Storage Medium | SDXC cards | |
Single or Dual Card Slots | Single card slot | |
UHS card support | UHS-I | |
Connectivity Specs | ||
External Flash | Hotshoe | |
USB Connector | USB 2.0 | |
HDMI Port | micro HDMI | |
Wifi Support | no Wifi | |
Body Specs | ||
Battery Type | Ricoh DB-65 power pack | |
Battery Life (CIPA) | 290 shots per charge | |
In-Camera Charging | USB charging | |
Body Dimensions |
117 x 61 x 35 mm (4.6 x 2.4 x 1.4 in) |
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Camera Weight | 245 g (8.6 oz) |
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