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Ricoh has launched two new models in its GR series in India — the Ricoh GR IV and the Ricoh GR IV HDF. The Ricoh GR IV is available at Rs.1,44,995 (Lowest Price on August 4, 2026), while the Ricoh GR IV HDF, which adds a built-in Highlight Diffusion Filter, is priced at Rs.1,54,995 (Lowest Price on August 4, 2026).

Key highlights across both models include the 25.7MP APS-C BSI CMOS sensor, 28mm f/2.8 lens (full-frame equivalent), 5-axis 6-stop sensor-shift image stabilization, and 53GB built-in memory with a microSD card slot.

Pricing & Availability

Model	Launch Price	Link
Ricoh GR IV	Rs.1,44,995	Amazon India↗
Ricoh GR IV HDF	Rs.1,54,995	Amazon India↗

What We Like About the Ricoh GR IV and Ricoh GR IV HDF

25.7MP APS-C BSI CMOS sensor — a larger sensor than typical compact cameras, paired with back-illuminated design for low-light gain
28mm f/2.8 lens with 7 elements in 5 groups — a new full-frame-equivalent optical design over prior GR generations
5-axis, 6-stop sensor-shift image stabilization — compensates for handshake without relying on a stabilized lens
53GB built-in storage — usable without a memory card, with a microSD/microSDXC slot for expansion
Native ISO range of 100 to 204,800 — a wide sensitivity range for a fixed-lens compact

Sensor and Image Processing

Both the Ricoh GR IV and Ricoh GR IV HDF use a 23.3 x 15.5mm APS-C BSI CMOS sensor with an effective resolution of 25.74 megapixels (6192 x 4128). Native ISO sensitivity runs from 100 to 204,800, and the sensor outputs images at a 14-bit bit depth. Images can be captured in DNG or JPEG format, with aspect ratio options of 1:1, 3:2, 4:3, and 16:9.

The Ricoh GR IV HDF adds a built-in Highlight Diffusion Filter, which softens highlights directly in-camera — a feature not present on the standard Ricoh GR IV.

Lens and Autofocus

Both models carry the same GR Lens, 18.3mm focal length (28mm full-frame equivalent), built from 7 elements in 5 groups, with a maximum aperture of f/2.8 and minimum of f/16. Ricoh lists improved autofocus and low-light focusing performance on this generation over previous GR models, along with Snap Distance Priority and a focus limiter for zone-focus style shooting. Digital zoom goes up to 1.8x.

Focus range on both cameras is 3.9 inches to infinity (10cm to infinity) in normal mode, and 2.4 to 5.9 inches (6cm to 15cm) in macro mode. The standard Ricoh GR IV additionally offers 35mm and 50mm focal length crop modes.

Image Stabilization and Shutter

Both cameras use a 5-axis, 6-stop sensor-shift stabilization system. Shutter speed on the Ricoh GR IV HDF ranges from 1/4000 to 30 seconds mechanically, with an electronic shutter option up to 1/16000 second; the standard Ricoh GR IV lists mechanical shutter speeds of 1/4000 to 30 seconds. Bulb and time mode extends exposures up to 20 minutes on both models.

Exposure modes on both cameras cover Program, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, and Auto; the Ricoh GR IV HDF adds full Manual mode. Exposure compensation runs from -5 to +5 EV in 1/3 EV steps, and metering options include Center-Weighted Average, Highlight Weighted, Multi, and Spot.

Display, Storage and Connectivity

Both cameras have a fixed 3.0-inch touchscreen LCD with a resolution of 1,037,000 dots. There’s 53GB of built-in memory, plus a single microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC (UHS-I) card slot for expansion.

The Ricoh GR IV HDF is equipped with Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) and Bluetooth 5.3, while the standard Ricoh GR IV uses 2.4/5 GHz Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) with Bluetooth 5.3 for control. Both models connect to the GR WORLD app on Android and iOS for remote control, file access, and firmware updates. GPS tagging is available on the GR IV HDF via a connected smartphone; the standard GR IV does not list GPS support.

USB-C handles power input, data transfer, and — on the GR IV HDF — 1920 x 1080p video output; the standard GR IV routes data through the same USB-C port without a dedicated video-out spec listed. The GR IV HDF also carries a hot shoe for external flash, while the standard GR IV lists a shoe-mount external flash connection.

Video Recording

Both cameras record internally in H.264/MPEG-4 AVC at 1920 x 1080 resolution, at 23.98/29.97/59.94 fps, with a 25-minute recording limit per clip and stereo built-in microphones for 2-channel audio. There is no 4K recording support available on these cameras.

Battery and Design

Power comes from a DB-120 rechargeable lithium-ion battery (3.85V, 1800mAh), included with both cameras, rated for approximately 250 shots per charge. Both the Ricoh GR IV and Ricoh GR IV HDF share the same body dimensions of 4.3 x 2.4 x 1.3 inches (109.4 x 61.1 x 32.7mm) without protrusions, and weigh 228g body-only, or 262g with battery and recording media. A dedicated optical viewfinder is available separately as an accessory.

Ricoh GR IV Digital Camera Specifications / Technical Details

Specification	Details
Image Sensor	23.3 x 15.5mm (APS-C) CMOS
Effective Resolution	25.74 Megapixel (6192 x 4128)
ISO Sensitivity	Native: 100 to 204,800
Bit Depth	14-Bit
Lens	GR Lens, f=18.3mm (35mm Equivalent: 28mm), 7 Elements in 5 Groups
Aperture	Maximum f/2.8, Minimum f/16
Image Stabilization	Sensor-Shift, 5-Axis
Focus Range	Normal: 3.9″ to Infinity (10cm to Infinity); Macro: 2.4″ to 5.9″ (6cm to 15cm)
Digital Zoom	1.8x Maximum
Display	Fixed 3″ Touchscreen LCD, 1,037,000 Dot
Shutter Speed	Mechanical: 1/4000 to 30 Seconds
Bulb/Time Mode	Up to 20 Minutes
Exposure Modes	Aperture Priority, Auto, Program, Shutter Priority
Exposure Compensation	-5 to +5 EV (1/3 EV Steps)
Metering Method	Center-Weighted Average, Highlight Weighted, Multi, Spot
Internal Recording	H.264/MPEG-4 AVC 1920 x 1080 at 23.98/29.97/59.94 fps
Recording Limit	25-Minute Maximum
Built-In Microphone	Stereo, 2-Channel Audio
Internal Memory	53 GB
Media Card Slot	Single Slot: microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC (UHS-I)
Wireless	2.4/5 GHz Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Bluetooth 5.3
GPS	No
Power I/O	1x USB-C Input
Other I/O	1x USB-C Data Output (Shared with Power Input)
External Flash	Shoe Mount
Built-In Flash	No
Self-Timer	2/10-Second Delay
Battery	1x DB-120 Li-ion, 3.85V, 1800mAh (Included), Approx. 250 Shots
Image File Format	DNG, JPEG
Aspect Ratio	1:1, 3:2, 4:3, 16:9
Environmental Resistance	No
Viewfinder	Dedicated Viewfinder Available Separately
Dimensions (W x H x D)	4.3 x 2.4 x 1.3″ / 109.4 x 61.1 x 32.7mm (Without Protrusions)
Weight	228g (Body Only), 262g (With Battery, Recording Media)
Mobile App	GR WORLD (Android & iOS)
Interval Recording	Yes

Ricoh GR IV HDF Digital Camera Specifications / Technical Details

Specification	Details
Image Sensor	23.3 x 15.5mm (APS-C) CMOS
Effective Resolution	25.74 Megapixel (6192 x 4128)
ISO Sensitivity	Native: 100 to 204,800
Bit Depth	14-Bit
Lens	GR Lens, f=18.3mm (35mm Equivalent: 28mm), 7 Elements in 5 Groups
Aperture	Maximum f/2.8, Minimum f/16
Highlight Diffusion Filter	Built-In
Image Stabilization	Sensor-Shift, 5-Axis
Focus Range	Normal: 3.9″ to Infinity (10cm to Infinity); Macro: 2.4″ to 5.9″ (6cm to 15cm)
Digital Zoom	1.8x Maximum
Display	Fixed 3″ Touchscreen LCD, 1,037,000 Dot
Shutter Speed	Electronic: Up to 1/16000 Sec; Mechanical: 1/4000 to 30 Seconds
Bulb/Time Mode	Up to 20 Minutes
Exposure Modes	Aperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
Exposure Compensation	-5 to +5 EV (1/3 EV Steps)
Metering Method	Center-Weighted Average, Highlight Weighted, Multi, Spot
Internal Recording	H.264/MPEG-4 AVC 1920 x 1080 at 23.98/29.97/59.94 fps
Video Output	1x USB-C Output, 1920 x 1080p
Recording Limit	25-Minute Maximum
Built-In Microphone	Stereo, 2-Channel Audio
Internal Memory	53 GB
Media Card Slot	Single Slot: microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC (UHS-I)
Wireless	Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Bluetooth 5.3
GPS	Via Connected Smartphone
Power I/O	1x USB-C Input
Other I/O	1x USB-C Data Output (Shared with Power Input/Video Output)
Flash Connection	1x Hot Shoe
Built-In Flash	No
Self-Timer	2/10-Second Delay
Battery	1x DB-120 Li-ion, 3.85V, 1800mAh (Included), Approx. 250 Shots
Image File Format	DNG, JPEG
Aspect Ratio	1:1, 3:2, 4:3, 16:9
Environmental Resistance	No
Dimensions (W x H x D)	4.3 x 2.4 x 1.3″ / 109.4 x 61.1 x 32.7mm (Without Protrusions)
Weight	228g (Body Only), 262g (With Battery, Recording Media)
Mobile App	GR WORLD (Android & iOS)
Interval Recording	Yes