Ricoh GR4 is the latest edition of Ricoh’s compact camera, which uses a 26-megapixel APS-C BSI CMOS sensor that we have seen in the Sony A6700 camera. The camera uses a new 18.3mm f/2.8 lens, which is equivalent to 28mm, perfect for street photography. Alongside the standard model, they are also about to announce a standard HDF version. How this HDF version is different from the standard version is explained in detail in a later part of the article. Let’s have a look at the detailed set of core specifications of the upcoming Ricoh GR4 compact camera.
RICOH GR IV Specification
- 26MP BSI Sensor: same 26MP BSI chip found in Sony’s a6700 / ZV-E10 II
- New 18.3mm F2.8 Lens: A redesigned 7-element, 5-group lens (with 3 aspherical elements) equivalent to 28mm, perfect for street photography cameras.
- 5-Axis Image Stabilization: sharp images, even in low-light conditions
- Shutter Speed Range: 1/4000 sec to 30 sec (1/2500 sec at F2.8, 1/4000 sec at F5.6 and beyond).
- Storage: Includes 53GB internal storage and a UHS-I Micro SD card slot for flexibility.
- 3.0″ LCD Screen: A 1.037M dot display for clear image review and menu navigation.
- Full HD Video: Records up to 60p, catering to videographers seeking a compact camera for video recording.
- 109.4 x 61.1 x 32.7mm
- 262g with memory card and battery
Compact Design: Measures 109.4 x 61.1 x 32.7mm and weighs just 262g (with battery and card), making it highly portable.
Ricoh GR4 HDF Model – A Creative Powerhouse for Professionals
And the most important thing that the HDF model introduces is a Highlight Diffusion Filter. What it does actually is softens the highlights and makes a more cinematic, dreamy effect. So while you are shooting in highlight situations, the diffusion filter helps you to extract the maximum dynamic range possible from the given scene.
Enhanced Performance with New Sensor and Image Processor
Not only the new sensor, we also have a new image processor. So the upcoming camera is highly optimized to deliver the best image quality as well as autofocusing performance. Additionally, Ricoh has also developed the GR World App that enhances the operability and seamless sharing with your smart devices.
Ricoh GR4 Arrival Date and Price
The Ricoh GR4 release date is scheduled for Autumn 2025. The price of the camera is expected approx $1,146
RICOH GR IV Official Press Release
Currently under development: the RICOH GR IV, the latest model of the GR series of high-end digital compact cameras, designed to be the ultimate snapshot camera
TOKYO, May 22, 2025 — RICOH IMAGING COMPANY, LTD. is pleased to announce the
development of the RICOH GR IV — the latest model of the GR-series high-end compact cameras.
Over a history of nearly three decades (since the introduction of the film camera, RICOH GR1 in 1996), and two decades (since the introduction of the first digital-format GR DIGITAL in 2005), the GR series has always kept the basic concept of pursuing the essential values of a camera: high image quality, quick response and portability. At the same time, the series has always incorporated the changes and refinements demanded to meet emerging user needs. Because of this, GR-series models have been preferred by many photographers, particularly professionals and highly experienced amateurs.
Currently under development, the RICOH GR IV inherits the basic GR-series concept, while also incorporating totally new components, including a newly designed lens, a new image sensor and a new imaging engine, to further upgrade image quality. It also features more advanced communications functions and is compatible with a new application designed for smart devices to improve operability and functionality.
Based on this new GR IV, another GR-series model featuring an HDF (Highlight Diffusion Filter) is also under development.
Designed to be the ultimate snapshot camera in the history of the GR series, the RICOH GR IV is a totally new breed of camera, one which will satisfy every photographer’s demands and expectations
Note: The exterior design sample of the RICOH GR IV, currently under development, will be showcased at GR SPACE in Tokyo, Beijing and Shanghai, beginning on Saturday, May 31, 2025.
The production and shipment of the RICOH GR III, currently on the market, are scheduled to be discontinued this July, due to difficulty in procuring of parts and components. However, the production and marketing of the RICOH GR IIIx will be continued for the time being.
Overview of the product under development
- Model name: RICOH GR IV
- Launch date: Scheduled to be launched in Autumn 2025
- The HDF model is scheduled to be released after winter 2025.
GR WORLD (application for smart devices)
- Launch date: Scheduled to be released soon
- Supported models: All GR-series models released after the RICOH GR I
