Hi from UK

[barnvelder]

Bought a GRD3 when they first came out in UK and I carry it everywhere with me. I do miss a zoom ( also owning Leica DLux4) but it takes great pictures and has fantastic low light capability.
On recent trip to Venice ( see pic) it produced the best night- time pics I've ever taken.
Now debating a GXR - but like a lot of people would like to know where Ricoh are going with this before buying in to such a restricted option.

 

[lensman]

Hi Barnvelder,

Very nice photograph & welcome aboard the ricoh forum.

David

 

[odklizec]

Hi barnvelder and welcome here! Nice introduction! I'm sure you will soon forget about missing zoom and your DLUX will soon become a dust collector GRDIII is simply joy to use and very small to be carried everywhere with you. Enjoy the forum!

 

[shooter]

Hi there Barnvelder

I have just recently purchased the gr3 I upgraded from the wonderful gx100 which I had owned for approx 2.5yrs, the images I shot with this were without doubt lovely, however when I reviewed them most were shot at the wide end or at 28mm. In view of this I made the switch, I am absolutely over the moon that I did, the improvement in quality over the gx is immense...
The files are stunning, the detail, the tonal range the works, I would urge you to persist with the gr3, having a fixed focal length is a liberating experience, it strips away choices so you can concentrate on the picture taking. I have to say it has always been one of my favourite focal lengths, it can shoot portraits, landscapes and the macro facility is stunning.
I think it encourages you to be more proactive when taking a shot, let's be honest if you look at some of the iconic images taken over the years a lot have been shot on 28 and 50 mm lenses. As for me I am in love with this camera it goes everywhere with me, I've also acquired the 21mmm lens (stunning) and as a result of letting the camera slip from my wrist with the supplied lanyard a proper camera strap...
Of the occasions it has slipped, it did so as I was wearing gloves, I went to take the glove off, the lanyard had remained on the glove and the result was the gr3 bouncing on the floor, thankfully two occasions were on forgiving materials carpet and laminate floor, the last was not! it was a car park, I am pleased to say though other than a little graze all is well. That for me also shows why it is worth every penny I paid for it the build quality is simply outstanding..

I intend to post some images onto this site when I figure out how to do it so to speak, as I have a significant number shot with both the gx and now the gr3, in closing I would urge you to persevere as you will not regret doing so...

Happy shooting

 

[Detail Man]

All three are quite nice. There's something surreal about "chequers" that I really like ...

 

[thelps]

A warm Welcome to barnvelder and shooter - welcome to the friendliest camera corner on the net.

I find with my GRD III I tend to simply look for images that fit 28mm. Sometimes a bit of zooming with the feet but I don't generally miss other focal lengths when I have the GRD. I even took my GRD II on a weeks holiday as the only camera to use - only about twice did I miss not having a longer lens.

I think the samples you have here show you know how to use a 28mm.
Shooter that second image is a stand out for me - well done.

 

[lensman]

Shooter,

Your second image is excellent.

What's the story behind this shot & how did you create such a wonderful image.

David

 

[Orol]

All three photos posted here are great, but the "chequers" is the best of them also for me.

BTW, welcome here barnvelder and shooter and enjoy the community.

Peter