Battle of the point and shoot: Fujifilm x100VI vs. Ricoh GR IIIx

[@TheVerge]

Sepia. Let's talk about it, why does it still exist?

[@sneakingelephant]

My assumption is that it’s just to mimic the sepia toning process of b&w prints.

[@bingbong4848]

Sepia spelt backwards is Aipes. Many people don't realise this and the camera industry has kept it hidden in plain sight. They're trolling us and we've fallen hard for it. I will expose them. If you never see me in the comments again, they've found me. Send help.

[@sagefaribole]

the last sepia thing i've seen is Adele's Hello videoclip directed by Xavier Dolan (8 years ago)

[@kubiyak]

Sepia is to cater to the boomers lol. Kidding.

[@nextsibling]

Because they can. Easy enough to ignore.

[@rdwebagency]

I NEVER skip a Becca camera video! We love you!

[@hassanraja]

I stopped watching The Verge for ages until these camera reviews started coming along - loving them!

[@Reggiebphoto]

Thanks for featuring my film sim recipes 🙏🏽

[@BeccaFarsace]

Thanks for putting in the work to make 'em. love your work, Reggie!

[@Not_Info]

Yours are the best, Reggie! Reggie's Portra is the only thing I shoot on my Fuji cameras

[@christophermartin-givens9849]

Thanks for the Portra recipe!

[@mhwang521]

Reggie. The legend.

[@dracon4742]

Your film sims are always in rotation on my GR iiix!! Nice work man

[@engadgetnerd]

Wow! I just picked up a GRIIIx a week ago. This video has perfect timing for me. This comparison was definitely part of the equation.

[@kennygo8300]

I've owned the GR3x for a little more than a year. It's with me if I'm outside my home. Been shooting since 1976. It didn't take long to become one with it. It's a quick, get the shot, camera. It's absolutely the best, get the shot camera, I've ever owned. It's not for "showing off". If that's your thing... go elsewhere. It's for candid shots. Subjects don't take it serious, but you do.

[@vlad.liamzin]

💯💯💯

[@aravindvinayakan]

BECCA THIS DIDN'T HELP, I STILL WANT BOTH 😭

[@aravindvinayakan]

But also, I've been shooting with an x100f since 2018 and it's very easily the camera I've made the most images on, it is become an extension of me. BUT IT WOULD BE SO NICE TO HAVE A TINY CAMERA THAT FITS IN MY POCKET THAT I COULD TAKE TO CONCERTS

[@francisian1769]

🤣

[@DocRock]

I have both (technically all three if you count the X100V) go for it. You’ll be happy 😂

[@Not_Info]

I have both and I'll most likely sell my Fuji X100VI, the only real world difference to me is the EVF, but nothing beats the naturality with which people react to the Ricoh

[@paulyeung6608]

Get both

[@TheMotionMedia]

Your wording, script, editing, music and delivery of the information really makes your THE BEST camera reviewer out here. I'm a huge fan and cannot express enough gratitude that your videos exists. Also I'm a ricoh griii user :)

[@haroldsession1658]

Thank you Becca. This is one of the best comparison videos I've seen yet on these two camera systems. Keep up the good work.

[@pixelatic]

Hear me out; a weekly podcast with Becca and Vjeran all about cameras. That would be the best! Great as always, Becca 😊

[@tillist1]

Seconded. Let’s move the vote to the floor.

[@ErikN1]

Yes please

[@duckiew7732]

Yesss.

[@mribi]

Yesss

[@10pranit]

Yes

[@kaicheng3]

For those who cannot decide to get which one of these (I mean, if you can and want. Both of them are backordered now and you need to pay extra for ready stock) The biggest advantage of the Ricoh GR is that it has a lens that contracts which will make the camera easily fit in you jeans pocket, while the Fuji won't but look classic and stylish. And as far as I can tell GR will produce sharper image than the 26MP X100V, one friend of mine got his X100IV and says even tough it's a 40MP sensor, the lens is not changed or updated and it cannot satisfy the high res sensor. But Fujifilm is like an Apple product since it works out of the box and it has much more filters (or film simulations, whatever) while the Ricoh GR literally only features 3 unique filters, namely Negative, Positive and Hi Contrast BW. Of course you can work out more filters base on the original ones, as Becca already showed you in the video. But that takes about 30 min to several hours to search for recipes on youtube or reddit and tweak the settings, depends on whether you are familiar with camera gears. I was a Fujifilm user and I switched to Ricoh and I'm more than happy with it, since I can just tuck it in my pocket and capture anything interesting I see in my day, sliently and blazing fast. Hope my experience and insights will help, cheers to Becca and those who read to the last line. :)

[@Disharmonikash]

out of interest, do you use the III or the IIIx?

[@giomusah2155]

How much better is pic quality of Ricoh over iPhone?

[@keskillia942]

Looking at the side by side image comparison and not knowing which camera was used I very much preferred the Fuji shots..

[@Moro-w5h]

Thank you for this wonderful explanation👍

[@M1gs]

30 mins to several hours to search for recipes? what? its not. And really, that's just laziness if you dont want to set up your camera how you want it.

[@RyanKorea]

I rented the GR3x and the x100v for my '1 Place 1 Camera' series and I was absolutely blown away by the quality of the Ricoh's pics when I got them into Lightroom. I was NOT expecting such high quality from that thing. That said, I much preferred the experience of shooting with the Fuji. The Fuji's viewfinder made for the most enjoyable experience I've had with any digital camera. And seeing a little preview of the pictures with a pleasing film recipe right after taking them made it inspiring to take more. I'd love to buy an x100vi someday if I win the lottery 😂

[@BeccaFarsace]

it realllly comes down to the experience with these systems.

[@bizpixvegas7651]

I had a chance to shoot with the GRIIIX for a few hours. I was not expecting the vibrant colors and the sharp images I got. I am a former Fuji shooter and the Ricoh colors OOC looked much better. The lens is insanely sharp too. I have shot with Fuji X100 variants in the past and did not like the experience at all. I might be in a minority here but for stealth street photography, GRIIIX is the clear winner.

[@RaviPatel85]

GR3x is so underrated its criminal

[@TimofejNenarokov]

Tsss. Do you want to get your GR for 2k$?

[@Milan-cf1xe]

And Ricoh GR III?

[@dracon4742]

@@Milan-cf1xealso good, but I strongly prefer the 40mm of the X

[@dozyaustin]

Is it? Just because it does not get the rabid crowds of tiktokers starting bidding wars .. I never seen anyone dismiss or undervalue the GRIII. Appreciate what you have. I wish the X100* were less over-hyped.

[@heliogenesi]

Gr series are not underrated by any means.

[@michaelhall859]

I'm a Fuji lover, have multiple including the XT5 and XE4 and weas thinking about the X1006 but given the price increase, and the fact it still cant fit into jeans/pants/shorts pockets, I decided to go the GRiiiX, Have zero regrets, the quality of the images are amazing and I can carry it everywhere, I use Reggies color negative on U1 and agree, side by side with an xt5/xe4 photo of the same frame....very hard to tell the difference, no regrets, Both amazing systems so I have the best of both worlds!

[@TomPageNet]

I find your videos so immediately enjoyable and informative. Thanks!

[@hendrixg]

This is one of the rare Ricoh and Fuji reviews on youtube that is refreshing (yes, I've watched them all). I've been a huge fan of Ricohs since the GRIII release and have collected other versions purely of the joy in brings in capturing images. I'm curious about the Fuji, it's a beautiful piece of hardware with a different shooting experience. Some hopes in their popularity: that they become available, that competition inspires other camera makers to throw their hat in this form factor.

[@5hrsbefore1998]

i was going to pick up a ricoh but ended up getting an x100v off someone nearby. it's my favourite camera of all time. used to have giant SLR's for concert photography, but over the years have been downsizing because i was tired of the bulk. i think these styles of camera are perfect

[@stephensosa]

Great video (as always, Becca)! I lucked out and got my X100VI shortly after release. It’s my first point and shoot in a loooooong time, and been having a blast with it. Loved this comparison because I had never heard of the Ricoh GR before and was cool to learn about a new camera brand.

[@Thisath100]

Time after time you make such thoughtful, beautiful videos that are in themselves works of art Becca. You're such an asset to the photography world.

[@cacaulaymulkin7724]

This was without a doubt the best comparison video I've seen between these two incredible cameras. Fantastic video.

[@Edmpotato]

I recently picked up a X100VI to replace my GRIIIx. But after shooting with the Fuji, I can’t get myself to let go of the GRIIIx. The X100VI brings on an air of occasion every time you use it, while the GRIIIx is all about going undercover (like Becca mentioned) and getting surprised with that shot you never thought you’d get. Even if the end picture may be similar in quality, the shooting experience is not something that can be replicated with one another imo. Also one other thing to mention is that the GRIIIx is TACK SHARP. The 23mm F/2 lens in the Fuji produces softer images by quite a bit. I always find myself reducing clarity quite a bit when I’m editing photos from the Ricoh hahaha

[@Mw02veg]

Is that from personal experience or here say

[@effenfoo]

​@@Mw02veg check Samuel Streetlife vid on the x100vi towards the end he compares the images and the fuji is legit softer.

[@alexlubinski7795]

Do you think that is a matter of a lens Ricoh put in this camera or rather some artificial post-processing that they bake in?

[@Edmpotato]

@@alexlubinski7795 I am not sure... But I've been solely shooting in RAW without any of the film simulations. I just think it might be naturally sharp? I don't think it looks artificial at all. Its almost as sharp as the Sony Zeiss 55mm ZA that I have, but at the same time doesn't look as clinically sharp as that lens. Its hard to explain haha.

[@Derglueckliche89]

I sold the x100vi and I keep my gr3. Ricoh is king.

[@jasonlee6663]

Own the GRIIIx, and the best feature: size. After getting it, I never use my smart phone camera anymore because not only does it take better photos, but it's actually easy and convenient to carry around. The X100's are great cameras, and the weather proofing is a great feature, but it's definitely not a "pocketable" camera as a lot of commenters mentioned. I definitely agree with everything Becca said, though I do wish the video capture was a bit better. I never planned to use the camera for video, but when other cameras like the Sony RX100 are smaller (it's more compact than the GR), have an articulate screen, a flash, viewfinder, and can shoot 4K video, it does seem lacking. But that being said, I don't worry about "breaking" a GR, whereas with the RX, because of all the mechanical doohickeys, I would be a bit more hesitant to just cram it in my bag or pocket, which is a pretty convenient tradeoff.

[@youssefmohammed5456]

The Grs break on their own from dust I had 2 that broke this way

[@ToxicMetropolis]

@@youssefmohammed5456 Yep. Sensor dust on the GR series is no joke. I had 3 at various points. Not cool. Other than that - loved them!

[@margyg]

@@youssefmohammed5456 The biggest downfall of the GR series. Horrible dust on the sensor. Local camera repair shop won't touch them leaving mailing into Precision Camera Repair as the only option for most.

[@shamsshaikh2887]

This review is so refreshing, all about the experience and not rattling off numbers. I heard and felt everything the reviewer said.

[@benmacmahon8280]

Great vid. I got the GRIIIX for my partner and I find myself borrowing it from her all the time. Crazy quality from such an inconspicuous camera.

[@fabipuello]

"hi this is Becca with Full Frame at the Verge and today we are reviewing this two cropped sensor cameras" I had to do it. 😅

[@BeccaFarsace]

.. 😅 caught

[@ErikN1]

If the lens is made for the sensor size is it really a cropped sensor camera? If it is what makes "full frame" not cropped compared to medium format or even large format? 35 mm is tiny compared to 6x7 film

[@sentimentalhermit]

@@ErikN1 Come on, we all know that the term "cropped sensor" just refers to being smaller than 35mm film. 35mm film is considered the standard because it's the format that spread and became most commonly used in the film industry as well as in consumer products. Sure, 35mm film is small compared to 6x7. Medium format 6x7 is small compared to "large format" 8x10, and that's small compared to "ultra large format" 20x24 plates

[@ChristopherEustaquio]

Lol

[@ErikN1]

@@sentimentalhermit Yes we know that but I don't think it makes sense to use the term cropped sensor when nothing is being cropped. It made sense back when digital cameras were new and had smaller sensors but used the same lenses that 35 mm film cameras did. You did actually get a cropped frame compared to what you were used to and what the lenses were designed for. I don't think it makes sense anymore. 35 mm isn't the gold standard it used to be and even at the end of the glory days for film, medium format was still the gold standard for professional studio and commercial work.

[@matthewsclement]

This is maybe the most enjoyable and well done camera review video ever. The Verge just got a subscriber because of this gal. She's awesome.

[@tomcapulet8680]

It's interesting that you called the Fujifilm X100 to be "the other side" of the Ricoh. I have a black X100V and I use it just like you described the Ricoh. A small, unintrusive, quick camera to take everywhere and take photos of everything. I get that the Ricoh is much "stealthier", but for me, the Fuji is very similar. Great video Becca, thanks bud!

[@Jazzy_Waffles]

Bought my GR IIIx a couple years ago, and absolutely love it! Love how sharp my photos turn out, how small and compact it is, and really, my own main two complaints, battery life and no manual focus. Best camera I’ve ever owned!

[@yellowzen1]

Have you found a way around the often talked about dust issues or do you just not worry about it.

[@Jazzy_Waffles]

@ it’s funny you mention that. For living in Phoenix, and using my camera fairly often, I’ve had zero issues with dust. I have read others having dust issues, but, yeah, so far so good

[@yellowzen1]

@ that’s so much what I wanted to read! Thanks

[@engadgetnerd]

Yeah, the GRIIIx sold me on the size without image quality compromises. When I originally started shopping it was X100F through X100VI. KZbin eventually led me to the GRiiiX and from there I never looked back. Reggie's portra video sealed the deal with me. Plus I enjoy "getting to know" my tech. It gets boring if it all it's greatness isn't something to be discovered or learned. I like flexing those gadget muscles.

[@gibbsomany]

Thanks a lot ,Becca.I just own the ricoh since two days,working on the settings and just felt from the First Moment…I will love it 🤩🙏

[@alanrivero7654]

Very Interesting video, loved it. This is the type of content that I like to watch, I see you growing very fast in this platform. Great Job

[@remymartin15]

I’m not a photographer or camera person barely even take photos but your videos are always must watch!

[@karinjohnstone6690]

I had an x100v. At first I enjoyed it but somehow went off it. Had the GR111 BUT am happiest with the GR111x. It really is pocketable and invisible and the quality of images amazing.

[@LonJuanLatino]

What’s the difference between the III and IIIx to you ?

[@karinjohnstone6690]

@@LonJuanLatino As I’m sure you know the focal length of the GR111 is 28mm so it’s very wide. It was great in London and for wide architectural shots but I think I had to work quite hard to frame people. Then as soon as I looked through the GR111x the 40mm framing felt more comfortable certainly in terms of portraits. Essentially they are pretty much the same camera. I thought the sharpness on the 28mm was amazing (although that will be the same on both). I paid a bit more for the Urban edition. The finish is much better and less cheap than the normal black one. I hope this answers your question.

[@karinjohnstone6690]

I had exactly the same experience as you!! Had the v. Enjoyed it then went off it. Had the GR111 but happiest with GR111x. Very excited to hear what updates are coming with GR 🎉

[@karinjohnstone6690]

I agree - the finish on the Urban is well worth it. Less cheap

[@Draconis8888]

This. I 1000% agree. I couldn’t spend more time learning and tweaking the GRIII, so ended up selling it. I would love to be able to get an X100VI.

[@zhuopingchen6980]

I cancelled my x100vi preorder and bought a used Ricoh GR IIIx plus leather grip plus extra batteries for 850$, I'm happy :D

[@nickmcguire421]

I love my GRiiiX it goes with me every where

[@hepgeoff]

Just found your channel because I'm trying to decide on these two cameras. Great comparison. I really enjoy your channel!

[@yeppitaa]

This is such a great video, I appreciate the comparisons between the two, but I’m so impressed with Becca’s ability to tell a story through this review/comparison. I’ve never heard someone suggest looking at a fan base to decide on a camera but it makes so much sense for me as well. Great video

[@alkidshuli]

Am I studying? Yes. New video by Becca? YESSS. Am I still studying for midterms? No!

[@DamienSousadeGouveia]

Really well said Becca. I ended up getting the Ricoh GRIII because I could not get the X100V and wanted a faster JPEG workflow than my Sony A7IV and now I cannot see a future where I don't have a Ricoh. The portability alone is the single best feature coupled with the subtle but beautiful picture profiles. However, the tactile experience of Fuji cannot be understated so I'm waiting for the next X-Pro to be released!

[@mikaelwardhana2839]

Who agrees with me? Becca is such such a good presenter. Her friendly tone, bouncy energy, yet still presenting the case with details that matter without bogging everyone down with too much unnecessary info. GO BECCA!

[@markymarkreviews]

Fantastic review and comparison Becca! I am a Ricoh GR fan. My most favourite camera of all time that I have owned, was a (35mm film) GR1v. PIN sharp optics. Designed by photographers for photographers. Have a digital GR2 now but have passed on the GR3 and hoping the GR4 has exactly what you have suggested: optical viewfinder (like the GR1v), flash (like all previous GR's!), flip screen (and even a full frame sensor like the GR1v! ) But I think Sony are best placed to do this. They have the budget and know how. Now the RX1 has been discontinued Sony must have noticed the popularity of this market...BUT..here's hoping Ricoh pull a great one out of the bag soon!

[@Canisestlupus]

Why did KZbin recommended me this awesome creator just now!? Verge is lucky to have Becca!

[@tfresh99]

Nothing like the pocket ability and beautiful images from the Ricoh. Like most, the Fuji and Ricoh were both in my shopping cart undecided till the last minute. It annoys me at times but love using it and making images with it.

[@charithkaushalye480]

Becca and Nilay carrying The Verge. Great stuff as always 👌🏼

[@jackmartin4367]

Very nice and fair review. I have the Ricoh. I disagree that most shooting will be blind. I did by the external viewfinder but rarely use it. I don’t miss the flash that was on earlier models of the GR. I prefer the smaller size of the current version. The feature I like most is snap focus. I use it most of the time.

[@mikem.2569]

Excellent comparison review 😊. I would buy GRIII tomorrow if there wasn’t that dreadful dust issue 😢. If they ever manage to fix it, I am aboard.

[@brunobrown6113]

Thanks for this really useful review. As a Sigma DP photographer I struggle with any Bayer Sensor camera, because the output of the Foveon is another level. Since the Sigma DP Quattro cameras are really bulky I will opt for the Ricoh GR IIIx because of it's size and I also love the handling of the Ricoh GXR series which I used almost a decade. Your video is a fresh breeze! Thanks again.

[@ViktorHristovvv]

More Becca please :) Every video is just so comforting to watch ❤

[@msmoments1986]

what a smart, simplified and fun review. you rock bud!

[@gueroblanco]

How are Beccas reviews ALWAYS the best ones on every tech subject? Beccas videos are so smart and nicely put together. The Verge can never let Becca go.

[@wreford07]

Great comparison. You mention Reggie's film sim for your U1 slot... but I am interested where the GRii Positive Film simulation that you have in U2 can be found please? Thanks in advance.

[@sisdl15]

You sold me on the Ricoh. From looking at the final images it looked quite a lot sharper. Will I be waiting a long time for the Ricoh Gr4 or should I just get the Griiix?

[@therealhishaam]

Becca, you’re the sunshine of KZbin ❤❤❤

[@FilmDat]

Yep, great video! Owned a Fujifilm X100V. Absolutely loved it, the looks, the interface, the images, but sold it as I found myself not taking it with me for street photography on a daily basis because of its size. Bought a Ricoh GRIIIx. Hate the interface but once everything is setup, it's absolutely lovely to keep with you at all times and to actually make photo's (and without people noticing you).

[@dudebro777]

I don't know anything about cameras, but you are such a positive human being! I hope you will always have this attitude to life! Keep smiling :)

[@franksands2]

I am a simple man, I see Becca, I click the video. Love your reviews

[@bernardgalvez1144]

Great review! Glad I found you. I look forward to more videos from you!

[@monetkhuth]

Great non biased video. I was on the hunt for the Vi but scooped up the gr3x instead. So far loving it!

[@ing4134]

Great video Becca. I use a x100v for 3 years now. Ans it’s always a pleasure and a relaxing way to take photos with it. 👍

[@chimpmunkboy8850]

I considered both. Went with the Ricoh, ordered today. I have Sony with manual voightlanders, so I get the manual feel. Wanted the portability of the Ricoh, got the GR IIIx HDF.

[@chimpmunkboy8850]

Update. I also ordered the Fuji XT30 ii. I like manual lenses, each have their own characteristics. Don’t want to be stuck with one focal length. Get the XT30 while you can. Look at the big online retailers, most are out.

[@sagefaribole]

"photogra-for" appearing on the video killed me 😂

[@BeccaFarsace]

it was just such a good take as a whole! had to take an L on that word 😆

[@quamb]

Really appreciated the viewfinder section. It is amazing how many reviews ignore talking about the viewfinder.... when this is a major part of taking a photo. One thing though, the x100 vf is pretty small and not the greatest.

[@xm3ntal620]

I currently have an xt3 and I've been on the fence about getting the GRIII as a travel camera over the x100vi. this is a very nice comparison video and made me lean towards the Ricoh

[@karinjohnstone6690]

Recommend the GR111 x

[@darryl_young]

Great comparison. Thanks, Becca! I'm in the very fortunate position where I have an X100VI and my wife just got a GR IIIx. Honestly, I love them both, but I probably prefer the 40mm equivalent on the Ricoh as I'm traditionally more of a 50mm shooter. I had the X100V previously (as well a few other Fujifilm cameras), so I'm familiar with it, but I'm also really enjoying shooting with the Ricoh. It truly is the perfect camera to take absolutely everywhere with you, and my wife does exactly that. I know the X100 line is also kind of that, but it was never quite as easy to take everywhere (at least for me) as many people made it out to be. It might fit in a loose jacket pocket, but I found myself either always carrying it with a wrist strap or having it over my shoulder with a regular strap, whereas the Ricoh could comfortably fit in a jeans pocket. It's convenient, but nothing like the Ricoh in that regard. It depends what you're shooting, I guess, but I can definitely agree that the image quality on the Ricoh is incredible. It's way better than I expected it to be, and I've heard people praising it for years. The image quality on the X100VI is incredible, too. At this point, you can just choose which suits your lifestyle best, and you'll win either way.

[@mikelzsigler]

I just sold my GR III for an X100VI. The viewfinder is the main thing I wanted, and I love it.

[@KhalidX2pher]

I love your passion, artistry and character, Becca. You're an inspiration

[@stevenboesky6692]

I have both. Each has its own benefits, but in the end they both produce wonderful photos. I usually shoot raw on my Sony cameras but it is so much less work to shoot JPG's on both of these. I do shoot RAW+JPG on both but I rarely find it necessary to edit the RAW's. I have made some of my own recipes for the Ricoh and they are similar to the Fuji X100VI.

[@michaelarguello9959]

Epic comparison. Loving your content!

[@Brightsparks1960]

Brilliant review of two interesting cameras with your unique and engaging presentation style.

[@wkzs]

I randomly found this video and now I'm in love with Becca and her love to photography 😍

[@sonicdrone]

So i have both the V and the GRIIIx Love them both for different reasons and use cases. Currently traveling with the Ricoh as I don’t want to stand out. But in my home country I love taking the V with its awesome viewfinder and perfect straight from camera JPGs!

[@RM.TokyoPhotographer]

Im not a user of GR III but yesterday I went to GR Place Harajuku, working on a video they last month opened 2024/August and honesty to say I stayed away since they were are really expenisive as a point and shoot HOWEVER after trying them out in stores and knowing its an APSC same size as fujifilm... honesty you can print up to A3+ size without losing any detail which is mind blowing. I would buy this instead of the X100VI (which is outrageous), I initially thought of getting a pancake lense for my fujifilm to realize later...wait this compact system pancake setup the ultimate style is definitly using a point and shoot and back when I visited Harajuku GR Place, they were doing Moriyama Daidos exhibition and I understand why the Japanese top artist used the GR during his whole carrier...that size you cannot beat. and after visiting I understand now why they have the 28mm and the 40mm

[@OllieNeglerio]

Love my GR3x. I have all the mirrorless Sony's but needed something more non-intrusive that i can fit in my pocket. I have zero regrets of picking on up.

[@BEM_01]

Not only griiix came out last 2021 but it is also based on a much older griii system which came out 2019. So really this camera is about 1-2 generations behind to x100vi.

[@julian.km85]

I sold my fujifilm x100vi and now I'm going further with my "old" Fuji x100v and Leica Q. I tested the Rico GRIIIX and it is superb for the size. I'm happy with both old cameras.

[@byteappple]

Loved how you see how to find your camera - going with the fan base! love that idea. Great vid

[@sepatuboots2346]

Becca can really review everything. Definitely one of my favorite tech reviewers ever!

[@JoaoAlmeida]

Both! From a hardcore Fuji user (that owned a V for the last 4 years) but still lusting for a GR.

[@kubiyak]

Such a great video and comparison. Reggie is awesome at providing tutorials and great to hear he got a shout out. Been on the fence on purchasing the 100vi since I have a xt30 with the f2 23mm. The fact that it has IS and a built in ND filter makes me want to place an order.

[@flottenheimer]

@BeccaFarsace You are the best Becca. I enjoy and appreciate your content so much - and all aspects of what makes a Becca video a Becca video. Keep it up. Thanks a million!

[@vincentv998]

Lovely comparison video!

[@mikemillerdesign]

The GR family is amazing for light traveling. Shooting it in Italy now.

[@ToxicMetropolis]

Cool comparison, but I can't believe there's no mention of Ricoh's sensor dust problems. I love this camera, so very sad to say this is a deal breaker. I had total of 3 different GRs - all developed sensor dust problems within 3-4 months of regular use.

[@JittikMieger]

I have a X100s and an XT30 (is smaller than the X100 series) with Fuji 18mm f/2 and Fuji 27mm f/2.8 and the Samyang 12mm f/2 (and a closet full of vintage glass). I love the looks and the dials on the Fuji's and I wanted to shoot more and spend less time behind a computer monitor editing RAW photos, so 99% of the time i shoot SOOC JPGs with the wonderful Fujifilm film simulations and recipes. I mostly shoot documentary style work, some travel, loads of street and some architecture. My experience is that as long as your not hauling big DSLR's with you with large lenses, people don't seem to notice you or ignore you like you are a tourist and they'll go about their business. Yes, even with a Fuji X- series cameras. So in worse case scenario you might not be stealthy with your shiny Fuji, but you're at least undercover! ;) The Ricoh GRIII(x) has been on my radar since it launched. But I think i'll fork out the money for the GRIV if that has weather sealing (if it will ever come out...).

[@brendanpoutier5679]

Yoooo this is awesome coming across one of your videos!!

[@kohlmannj]

Yo, I have a Google Alert set up for "Ricoh GR IV”, so this is the don’t-call-it-a-review video I needed! Thanks Becca!

[@cristiansoutside]

I just got a Fujifilm XT30 II and it is a game changer for myself. Absolutely loyal to fujifilm at this point. Great work to Becca and all the b.t.s crew !

[@noopynnus]

Stealth & true pocketability. EVERY. TIME.

[@SkytheKorok]

As someone who bought the Ricoh GRiiix because of the lack of supply in the x100v I don’t regret my choice at all, it was my first camera other than my phone and it forced me to learn quickly about photography, personally I love to tinker so changing settings was fine; there were plenty of resources online. It’s took a hot minute to set up the way I liked. The shots I get are great and my friends and surprised by how crisp and sharp they are. If I had to pick a fixed lenses camera it’d be this. The Fuji is a great choice but I think for $1600 I’d rather pick up another Fuji with an interchangeable lens.

[@nabilahkhair3158]

Loves all your videos! However please help me decide between ricoh gr iii and fujifilm xm5!! In terms of compact, i think both are quite small. But which one is better for beginner like me? Deep down i’m a fan of fujifilm but after seeing many talks about ricoh, i seem to like it 😅

[@KillerTacos54]

Becca, please make your own channel if you don’t have one already! Love your enthusiasm

[@Regzillaaa]

Got a x100vi last week in New Zealand. Backorders are big. I got lucky with a little shop in my town. I like the full camera and analog experience and this cam is the closest thing.

[@Regzillaaa]

There are also camera recipes in Fuji.. So I wonder how similar they are to Ricoh's.. it's a little tricky, but you can custom load these recipes into the cam.

[@mister-monkeyman]

The most important part about photography is getting that shot. This means availability is key. For me this is why I got the Ricoh. It's a camera that you can easily take with you, thus basically increasing the opportunity for great shots.

[@siddharthvakkaleri]

How does the iPhone 15 Pro compare to the GR3x? Seems like the phone would do an even better job of being your everyday camera, despite the difference in image quality…

[@mrcxxx2000]

Great and fair review, thank you! Both cameras are fantastic! Got the Fuji, but once the GR4 is out there, I will buy that one as well!

[@Marcmphoto]

Love that beginning comparison of the color matching of the 2 cameras. Love to see it. I am looking into getting the Ricoh since it fits how I like to already shoot. Granted it shoot on little papershoot camera which you can’t see anything till you view them on your phone or computer

[@emmetkowler]

I remember getting my GRII in 2015 for like… $600? Lightly used. I miss when this category felt like an experiment.

[@BeccaFarsace]

the days of the RX100's and the G7x's too!

[@emmetkowler]

Exactly! These cameras are somehow extremely popular and also… really boring? Wish Canon especially hadn’t abandoned it in favor of RF Mount lawsuits.

[@NateThach]

Becca, you’re so refreshing 🤙🏼

[@ShezanKazi]

I didn’t like becca at first, but (wo)man is she rocking this! Tech edutainment at its finest! Thank you!