How To Choose Between Them
Compare the winners above against your own priorities. A lead in one category only matters if you use it.
Camera Comparison
Ricoh
Ricoh GR IIIx vs Ricoh GR III
Short AnswerRicoh GR III wins more of the spec-sheet categories, but the right pick depends on what you shoot.
By Jennifer K. Telfer · Updated · 1 Min Read
Camera A
Ricoh GR IIIx
- Launch Price
- $999
- Announced
- 2021-09
CompactAPS-C24.2 MPFixed 26.1mm f/2.8 (40mm equiv.)
VS
Camera B
Ricoh GR III
- Launch Price
- $899
- Announced
- 2018-09
CompactAPS-C24.2 MPFixed 18.3mm f/2.8 (28mm equiv.)
Winner By Photographic Discipline
ResolutionTie
Battery LifeTie
WeightRicoh GR III
Launch PriceRicoh GR III
Key Technical Performance Deltas
Resolution (MP)
A24.2
B24.2
Battery (Shots)
A200
B200
Weight (g, Lower Is Lighter)
A262
B257
Form Factor
109.4 × 61.9 × 35.2 mm
109.4 × 61.9 × 33.2 mm
Reasons To Choose Each
Choose Ricoh GR IIIx If…
Choose Ricoh GR III If…
- Lighter body (257 g vs 262 g)
- Costs less at launch ($899 vs $999)
Comprehensive Specification Table
| Spec | Ricoh GR IIIx | Ricoh GR III |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Megapixels | 24.2 MP | 24.2 MP |
| Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Max Native ISO | 102400 | 102400 |
| Autofocus | ||
| Speed | ||
| Fastest Mechanical Shutter | 1/4000 | 1/4000 |
| Viewfinder & Screen | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| LCD Size | 3" | 3" |
| LCD Type | Fixed | Fixed |
| Video | ||
| Best Video | 1080 60p | 1080 60p |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 262 g | 257 g |
| Card Slots | 1 | 1 |
| Battery (CIPA) | 200 Shots | 200 Shots |
| Launch Price | 999 | 899 |
Amber marks the stronger value. Figures are manufacturer specifications.