Hello, First of all really nice video. But i need to ask you something i consider buying the sony rx 100v|| or the ricoh grill. Picture quality is the main Point why i think of buying the ricoh because many people are saying that the ricoh has a nicer look, especially like a „film look" but i also want to shoot videos and the flexibilty of the sony and the view finder so what do you think about the image quality? And do you think the sony can be as good as the ricoh? Thanks for your help:))
@mbenjamin2922 күн бұрын
New sub here whats your thoughts on sony a7r5?fantastic video 😊
@davidcarman473310 күн бұрын
Well done. Thanks Stanley!
@sidvicious312916 күн бұрын
The Sony A1 successor is already here, and it's called the Sony 9III. The only thing it lacks is 25 more megapixels, and that really isn't a minus.
@Raytrace3Dee25 күн бұрын
Great Video - You didnt hound for likes or subscribe but I gave both because it was great content and wonderfully delivered. Thanks.
@legendofthecamera18 күн бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@peterronchetti1736Ай бұрын
Great summary Stanley, I got my 3x in the UK recently and can honestly say I rarely leave home without it! The size and weight (in the included case on belt loop old guy ‘phone style) make it the perfect EDC, even when going out with no intention of taking photos. Also the filmic recipes are tons of fun to experiment with, I’m really glad I jumped in and joined the Ricoh tribe :-)
@pawelmod3292Ай бұрын
A1 is a great camera, but I think that Nikon Z8 or Canon R5 II are better value for the money. I hope that new Sony A7 V will have stacked sensor, at least 20fps and perhaps 42mpx to support 8k…
@legendofthecamera18 күн бұрын
Unfortunately, Sony doesn't have any other stacked sensor stills camera at a lower price point, so this is still the best value in the Sony ecosystem. Agreed with you that they can do better though, the a1 is due for an update. I doubt they'll have both a stacked sensor and high resolution on the new A7 model - that seems to overlap too heavily with their high end bodies. I do hope that they have a lower priced stacked sensor camera though - it only makes sense, given the competitive options the other brands provide.
@alexvharmsenАй бұрын
Is the only one with Exmor RS vs Exmor R sensor
@eike.zenderАй бұрын
Such good photos - love the look at 8:40 :) Did you edit the pictures afterwards or are they straight out of camera? Would love to hear which preset you use. Thanks for the video!
@legendofthecameraАй бұрын
Thanks! These are edited from raw files in Lightroom.
@Cool-last-name2 ай бұрын
Thank you for your excellent, unbiased opinion. I subscribed to your channel because of it.
@legendofthecamera2 ай бұрын
Happy to help!
@vedadhadzagic2 ай бұрын
This deserve more views !!
@neilcole34062 ай бұрын
Sort the dust problem,be more realistic with the price! Sell a lot more, simple really!
@gordomts72042 ай бұрын
G1x has even bigger sensor and is also compact. You should try it
@RobertoOrtizFalaganАй бұрын
The G1x has an APS-C sensor. Same as the Ricoh GR III. It is also larger.
@robertoryuk2 ай бұрын
6k plus great value ? wow i would say sony A7IV
@TheHomie954Ай бұрын
Getting it used is a great value
@nuagedemots85242 ай бұрын
Quelqu'un peut me dire quel est le nom ou un liens pour la pochette qu'on vois a 1'06 ? Merci ;) whats the nam or link to the small bag see at 1’06 ? Thank’s
@Ruben-kc8hy2 ай бұрын
Amazing images.
@legendofthecamera2 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@TheGeoDaddy2 ай бұрын
Shooting the A1 for a year - mostly for video - and it always overheats in a climate controlled studio… my two FX3 have no such problem. Still use tye A1 as my 3rd “context” and I shut it down when not needed. Use it more for stills. (I too came from Nikon but their video was never supported by Apple FCPX since I wasted $$$ on their “filmmakers Kit! 🤬”)
@legendofthecamera2 ай бұрын
I believe that - it’s a really small body so I’d imagine video would result in quite a bit of heat. I use it for stills only, so I haven’t personally had any overheating issues regardless of how fast I burst.
@jakob22552 ай бұрын
great job man!
@legendofthecamera2 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@thedukeoffunk2 ай бұрын
Love Manhattan Beach!
@legendofthecamera2 ай бұрын
Definitely one of my favorite spots
@avilionstars3 ай бұрын
was able to get one used a little less than 5k and was on the fence on returning it. this eased my concerns lol thank you for being objective
@legendofthecamera2 ай бұрын
Happy to help! It’s still an expensive camera, but in terms of value that it offers, it’s very hard to beat. Super reliable too! Happy shooting 📷
@cgan20133 ай бұрын
Great informative video!!
@scottwill3 ай бұрын
Sold my X100V for a Sony RX1R II and don't regret it at all!
@raytbrown23 ай бұрын
Great video. TY!
@legendofthecamera3 ай бұрын
You’re welcome!
@jennyy66063 ай бұрын
Just got mine 2 days ago. Still trying to figure out how to use it.
@legendofthecamera3 ай бұрын
My favorite settings are setting it to A mode and auto ISO, with center AF. That typically brings a solid user friendly result.
@mjwu2234 ай бұрын
Well said!
@davidgates30445 ай бұрын
One other great use for the GR- particularly the x model: close ups of flowers and other small objects. The close up mode gives excellent image quality and the spot focus mode works well. I’ve also found it great to take when hiking if I want to keep the weight down
@legendofthecamera4 ай бұрын
That's a good point too, great to have a macro camera in your pocket.
@kevinharding11815 ай бұрын
That was nice Stanley. However please please please it is NOT the 'Vee'!! It is the 5. We don't call the IV a One Vee or the VI a Vee One!
@legendofthecamera4 ай бұрын
This cracked me up. Noted lol
@tomallcock31855 ай бұрын
I'd like to add another one to the list Pixii Half the cost of a Leica, while being rated better than every Leica other than the M11 but DXO.
@legendofthecamera4 ай бұрын
I was tempted too, but I ended up going for the XPro3 instead. Works exceptionally well with M-mount lenses. Lacks a mechanical rangefinder, but the digital rangefinder is wonderful. Part of why I didn't want to go with a Pixii is that it's a crop sensor camera - if I was going to pay that much, I'd prefer full frame. Hoping to try it some day though as it's a really interesting camera!
@Ben--Samsara5 ай бұрын
Thanks for the vid and detailed info. I'm so close to purchasing...
@legendofthecamera5 ай бұрын
Do it 👌
@brotendo6 ай бұрын
The GV-2 external viewfinder is like $250, more than a quarter of the cost of the camera lol. Also, many KZbinrs laud the build-in memory "in case you forget your SD card." I have never forgotten a memory card in my entire life, and no photographer I know has. Otherwise, this is the BEST point-and-shoot camera for the APS-C sensor alone.
@legendofthecamera5 ай бұрын
I’m pretty sure only KZbinrs forget their memory cards 😂 Viewfinders aren’t cheap because they still require solid build quality and good glass to make. They will also outlast your camera by decades. I bought a GV1 ($150) to pair with an M3 rangefinder, which only had 50mm frame lines. Works like a charm for 21/28mm. Similarly works incredibly well when I got this GR3. Even better because you can turn off the screen and use it as an optical point and shoot device. Truly changes the experience of the GR3 in a fun way.
@mariobaq1176 ай бұрын
When I sell my lung, I'll get a leica
@legendofthecamera5 ай бұрын
It’ll be a breathtaking experience, I’m sure 👍
@darrin23826 ай бұрын
the only thing better ....is a GRiiix
@jamiethomas186 ай бұрын
Great video, concise, precise and informative. Thank you
@legendofthecamera6 ай бұрын
Thank you for your feedback! Glad you enjoyed the video 🙂
@findermanimages7 ай бұрын
Fantastic food for thought. I have a Sony system (a7r4) and two Fuji systems (X-H1 & X-Pro2). Last night I listed all of the Fuji kit so that I can buy one do-it-all EDC hobbyist camera. I have longed for a Leica Q2 for many years, and I'm also on several pre-order lists for the X100vi. Yet, what you have said about the GRiii - a camera that has always peaked my interest - just makes a lot of sense. And besides, if I buy a used GRiii, use it for a few months and hate it, I can always sell it again with hopefully very little extra depreciation. Great informative video.
@legendofthecamera7 ай бұрын
Happy to have helped! It’s a pretty unique camera that just so happens to fit perfectly into any kit and complements bigger gear very nicely. I also pre ordered the fujifilm but I don’t see myself ever selling this thing. The x100vi still can’t compete on size and pocketability. No one questions you when you’re out shooting with this, but they definitely will when you have a Fujifilm or Leica (is that a film camera???).
@findermanimages7 ай бұрын
@@legendofthecamera the Leica Q2 is a digital camera.
@andrewcrossley98927 ай бұрын
So the VI has a much higher spec. Since I got one for the RRP I think it will last a while. 40MP and IBIS are major improvements.
@legendofthecamera7 ай бұрын
Yeah, while it's an iterative improvement (nothing groundbreaking or unique, only bringing it in line with the XT5), it's still a pretty major as an upgrade and will no doubt add tremendously to the usability and fun of this camera. Enjoy!
@xstensl88238 ай бұрын
most human are terrible when it comes to delayed satisfaction. i want it now and will pay full retail plus a premium. ridiculous.
@xstensl88238 ай бұрын
i think Fuji reds look a little pink..
@GravemindHD8 ай бұрын
The image quality of this lens can rival even the Sony gm. If only they added weather sealing, this camera would be Gold.
@legendofthecamera8 ай бұрын
Yep, much room for improvement indeed.
@wadafefe8 ай бұрын
the dust and weather sealing should be an automatic repair on Pnetax/ Richo. Its a failure on them for not protecting their products
@Omgiamsotriggered9 ай бұрын
It not being weather sealed for 1000$ in such a compact body is just beyond crazy to me. There are so many good cameras that u can get for 1k$ that are compact and will be better than ricoh. Hope the IV is weather sealed and has better AF, then the price would be justified.
@legendofthecamera9 ай бұрын
Yep, personally hoping for better build quality for future iterations too
@domacherАй бұрын
Examples of cheaper compact better than Ricoh gr 3?
@subrotomitra9 ай бұрын
Stanley, you should be in the Radio DIsc Jockey business- what a lovely ,matured pleasing voice...Thanks for the video
@legendofthecamera9 ай бұрын
Thank you sir!
@robertrowles49489 ай бұрын
After 2 days from new (£999), dust appeared on the sensor despite keeping it in a Ricoh soft case plus third party lens cap, and never putting it in my pocket. Now the best offer I can get is £625, subject to sending it back under warranty in the hope that they will sort it. And it never felt like I was using a proper camera, although the images were great, subject to a big blob, which I now feel sure was present from new. Would NEVER buy another!
@michaeltuffin81479 ай бұрын
It’s only The best if you love sensor dust and a broken rear wheel
@gerdbackhaus518210 ай бұрын
Thanks for Your review - it is very helpfull. But star of the show is the beautifull Akita (or Shiba?). Love that dogs!🙂
@legendofthecamera9 ай бұрын
Shiba thanks you for the compliment 😂
@NLspartan11710 ай бұрын
Why can’t i find a comparison video for the x100v with gfx 50s? The 50s is medium format and costs only 2000. Can someone explain please?
@legendofthecamera8 ай бұрын
It's the opposite of compact and I don't think it's commonly compared. But the user experience of the GFX50s is honestly pretty poor in my opinion. It's a first generation MF product and feels really slow and clunky to use for anything other than static scenes in good light, whereas the X100V is pretty much the opposite in its usage, plus it's almost pocketable too. I'd imagine given $2000 to spend, one would absolutely lean one way or another rather than be on the fence for these two.
@grahamcarpio950710 ай бұрын
Your crisp delivery and concise analysis makes this review much more helpful than many others I've watched. Many thanks for moving me closer to pulling the trigger on purchasing.
@legendofthecamera8 ай бұрын
Thank you for your feedback, I'm glad I was able to help!
@KevinRedder10 ай бұрын
Ricoh GR series brakes easily because of the flex cable inside the lens that operates aperture and focus. The flex cable brakes eventually when the lens goes in and out due to how it's folded inside. I've read that most people experience it after 13k shots. So I'm not tempted to get a new one until Pentax change the architecture of the lens and address this problem.
@legendofthecamera10 ай бұрын
It’s not a tough camera, which is unfortunate given the demographic it’s catered to. Still, it’s the best in class, which is less of a praise to the camera itself and more of a criticism towards all the camera companies for not doing better on this front, given the current state of technology.
@mattfowlerkc11 ай бұрын
Hi Stanley, great video! I just picked up the GR III. Still undecided if I’ll keep it or not. It’s a unique camera for sure.
@legendofthecamera10 ай бұрын
Glad you like it!
@alanpayne76565 ай бұрын
Did you keep it in the end?
@GeorgeStar11 ай бұрын
Where's the data showing Leicas are any more durable/reliable than any other pro level camera?
@legendofthecamera10 ай бұрын
I highly doubt they are more reliable than a Z9 or A1, but they have much more luxurious build quality to them, which is part of their draw.