5 Reasons you NEED a Ricoh GRII in 2021

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5 Reasons you NEED a Ricoh GRII in 2021

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Here are 5 reasons why you need a Ricoh GRII in 2021, even though its been out for quite some time this older camera is iconic fo street photography and if you could pick one of these up for a good price it is worth every penny!
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@danielbruce4276 3 жыл бұрын

At first I had a hard time liking the GRii when I got it after all the hype about being a legendary street camera. But let me tell you! After a few months of taking pictures and practicing with the snap focus. I FREAKING LOVE THIS CAMERA!!! It now goes with me everywhere. I figured out settings that seem to finally work for me. I can now shoot from the hip like a NINJA. I like going back and forth between AV and TAV modes, snap focus distance set to 1.5, matrix metering and center, sometimes spot. I go between 2.8-and F4 apertures. I keep my ISO in the 3200 range, I mostly use the Positive film and the SOC images are just amazing. The black and white high contrast is very cool too! You will love this camera!

@COJordan 3 жыл бұрын

I just bought a GR1 recently. That entire series is worth every penny!

@f.ence. 3 жыл бұрын

I was in Chicago on the L with my GRII strapped on me and this random guy just started staring at me, then began laughing really loud and just kept saying over and over "cheap ass camera". It was a pretty glorious moment and solidified why I got the GRII--because it doesn't stand out.

@ReimannPembroke 3 жыл бұрын

Great video dude! Ricoh's cameras have always been solid! I'm going to be doing a video very soon on the Ricoh R1 that I found at an estate sale for $5!

@clogmonger2damx 3 жыл бұрын

Listen up everyone. I agree 100000% with him on this. I have a Leica m10 and Ricoh gr2. I haven’t touched my Leica in over a month because the Ricoh never leaves my pocket. I’m taking photos with this little camera every sec I can. Personally, I believe it’s better than the Leica.

@gideon3839 3 жыл бұрын

Got my GR 1 back in 2013, still remembered I sold my old canon 600D for it , best decision made, this GR had been with me since then and went on many trips, my main workhouse for street photography :)

@xboxdude456 3 жыл бұрын

Just got a Ricoh GR, as far as I know it's the same as the GRII but without WiFi file sharing. Cheaper than the GRII aswell

@Ladiesman55190 3 жыл бұрын

Wifi sharing is pretty dope honestly

@makilee7556 3 жыл бұрын

It's been a fat minute since i've had the time to watch your stuff man. Reminds me of how much i miss your content. I guess imma binge ur vids. Hope you're doin well man! Keep up the dope content!

@MrShuaiGuy 3 жыл бұрын

I just got a Gr III recently. So far I love it. Snap focus is clutch. Size is amazing. 10/10 would recommend if you can get a good deal used.

@lioneldm5130 3 жыл бұрын

The dynamic range of the 16mp sensor makes it a great camera for landscape photography. You can get the 21mm adapter, or a 49mm filter holder. The camera is flat, so you can put it on a bench and shoot low speed, in lanscape or portrait mode. Very clever!

@Zapruderfilm1963 3 жыл бұрын

I’m ordering a GR iii today. The entire GR series is legendary and holds a lofty place in the global street photography community. Long live the GR Cult!!! 🔥 📸 🔥

@WilfredoNelson 3 жыл бұрын

Just bought a GRIII, refurbished and direct from Ricoh, for $599 with no taxes or shipping fees!

@kostyafedot551 3 жыл бұрын

I'm shooting with rangefinder and "hyper-focally". Rangefinder allows to focus from 0.7 to infinity. It is not just one distance set. "Hyper-focally" to me means using DOF scale. With rangefinder tabbed lens and DOF scale it allows three in-focus ranges to be determined, selected without looking at the lens. Close, middle and far. Just by focus tab position. With GRs it is doable via C1, C2 and C3 with three different snap focus distances. Way more versatile than fixed focus camera single snap mode.

@levisimpson516 3 жыл бұрын

Before I even finish this video. I want to say my GRII I got two years ago has been my favorite camera. I don't have the track record of owning a bunch of cameras like so many of you, illustration and drawing are my main passion. But I just have to say, I love this camera as a tool for being creative. It's just so much damn fun. Also shoot a Minolta X-700 and looking to start developing my own B&W film for fun. But I LOVE my little Ricoh GRII.

@parksarecool 3 жыл бұрын

Got one two weeks ago and I'm loving it. It definitely has a bit more grain than my Fuji's but the sharpness of the lens, positive film, and the sheer portability more than makeup for it.

@devroombagchus7460 3 жыл бұрын

The camera has more grain? How artistic!

@Visions_in_Toyko 3 жыл бұрын

I have the griii and it goes with me everywhere, its so small and discreet, plus the snap focus works like a rangefinder system so it is so quick on the streets. it is amazing

@timithy133 3 жыл бұрын

GRII is fantastic for what it is I picked one up for a really good deal now it’s like an extension of my body. Def going to save for a GRIII because I want IBIS and the slightly better image quality.

@fryerock5439 3 жыл бұрын

I bought the Olympus XA because of you and now here I am....obsessing over this camera 😅 thank you for all the wonderful suggestions!

@jmtphotographymedia 9 ай бұрын

I actually just purchased a Ricoh GR Digital IV (smaller 1/1.7 inch sensor) and my first GR. I love the layout and size. And solved my digicam habit with something advanced to go along with my Samsung EX2F. Which is very similar with a 24-80mm f1.4-2.7 zoom lens.

@christopherrodriguez1269 3 жыл бұрын

I unfortunately see those dust spots you mention in my photos but that doesn’t stop me from using it everyday. I might buy a replacement soon. Definitely worth the money.

@IDontKnow733 3 жыл бұрын

Great! I needed this video, I ordered a Ricoh GR II last night LOL!

@stefanol9272 3 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂😂

@levisimpson516 3 жыл бұрын

@@stefanol9272 Awesome. Enjoy the hell out of the GRII, it's a fantastic camera and creative tool.

@pixelpnutz1574 Жыл бұрын

KZfaqrs: "always know, the best camera is the camera you have with you..." Also youtubers: Highly recommends a camera that many can't afford.

@juscruzineasy 3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations you made it to 100 k, thanks for all the great content and inspiration! You’re a big part of the reason I got back into film last year!!

@egarantetandung8137 3 жыл бұрын

I just bought it! And it's really an awsome camera for traveling. Especially the positive film effect, I really love it.

@ahmadhaziq5239 3 жыл бұрын

100K congratulation

@irfank1896 3 жыл бұрын

I bought a second hand, been worth every penny and crazy sharp

@gdonson4440 3 жыл бұрын

Congrats on 100k dude, well deserved

@Oske.images 3 жыл бұрын

Drinking game.. Every time you hear " You guys" drink a shot / bottle of beer.. Cheers. I'm plastered..

@reuelindurkar 3 жыл бұрын

Please get some help if you’re drinking alone to KZfaq videos

@maits18 3 жыл бұрын

How about a comparison video between gr ii and gr iii

@michaelshellim5534 Жыл бұрын

Very good summary!

@goldenstacker101 3 жыл бұрын

CONGARTUALTIONS ON 100K!!!

@Harold6643 3 жыл бұрын

Very good review . One of the best on the net of this great camera

@RossJukesPhotography 3 жыл бұрын

Was recently going to sell my GRIII to buy an X100V - Couldn’t do it so got both, loved the II as well, great cameras (if the lens motor doesn’t go!)

@Milan-cf1xe 3 жыл бұрын

So for who is the Fuji and for who is the Ricoh GR?

@martingreenberg870 Жыл бұрын

@@Milan-cf1xe The Fuji isn’t as pocketable. Can put it in your jacket pocket though. The Fuji has the 35mm field of view vs the Ricoh’s 28mm. The Fuji has a view finder and the Ricoh doesn’t. I believe the Fuji is a few hundred dollars more expensive. Mask On Nurse Marty

@jeomirgalvez 3 жыл бұрын

The ricoh gr series is dopeeeeee

@kennethlee1977 3 жыл бұрын

still rockn the GRDiii

@mmembreno6 3 жыл бұрын

Congrats on 100k 🥳🥳🥳

@RCBladeKing 2 жыл бұрын

I have a griii and I love it but the gr digital iv is an icon. The photos are gorgeous and super film like.

@Egyptsdad 3 жыл бұрын

I’m waiting to see if the release the GR IV this year before I purchase the GR III😩

@lennonfanKL 3 жыл бұрын

Probably not for another two or three years since the GR iii released in 2019

@didierjanson3788 3 жыл бұрын

Dope vid bruh. I’m using the GRIII and I can’t say enough how much I love it. It’s the camera that makes me excited about shooting. Ricoh’s GR series in my opinion should be in the same categories as Leica

@kennethh.7093 3 жыл бұрын

congrats on 100k !!

@joeplonsker633 3 жыл бұрын

An amazing tool. Makes me feel like a ballerina on the street. I would have likely invested in a GR III if Ricoh hadn't taken the flash out.

@Milfwazowski 3 жыл бұрын

Congrats on 100K 😎

@happyginge 3 жыл бұрын

I have a GRII and absolutely love it

@niko-ph3vx 3 жыл бұрын

Grats on 100k! 💥📸

@RYANPARKPHOTOGRAPHY 3 жыл бұрын

too many beautiful camera man.. GR2 X100V etc... I used to use ricoh gx100 and loved black and white color tone!!

@vergil22kk 3 жыл бұрын

Was able to get mine for around $330 on mpb its a little beaten up but its a great travel camera. I did make sure that it was the apsc model and not the 1 inch sensor camera.

@GurmeetSingh-fr8uo 3 жыл бұрын

GR 3 better than X100V ?

@PeterPan-wh1sg 2 жыл бұрын

I have the GR-III. Brilliant camera.

@zpolt 3 жыл бұрын

The GR ii is definitely a keeper

@happyforestgump1 3 жыл бұрын

"I'm sure there's probably other cameras out there." .... maybe, but probably not

@knibbeman 3 жыл бұрын

Just bought this camera in mint condition for 150euros with a strap and a case. Now I only need a charging cable so I can use it . But it feels so good in hand.

@rcnsucom 2 жыл бұрын

Just got ripped. Damn guys read this: There is a GR Digital II (10MP) and a GR II (16MP). Some people are selling the GRD II as the GR II model :*(

@markturner7910 3 жыл бұрын

My favourite camera , I always shot jpeg set to shoot colour AND bnw at the same time , but traded it when the griii came out , I wasn't happy with the low battery life and price , I've just picked up the original gr digital creative set off eBay ,now I just need lockdown to end in the UK , great video always

@mp3remix171 3 жыл бұрын

been looking for one of these as an option to my film, but might just splash a little more and get a fujifilm, lite the x100 or xe series

@danielalessandri6425 2 жыл бұрын

This camera look so good compared to the other options I wanted,I need one haha but I have a question,dumb question,how do you upload the photos to the pc?

@katarihug 3 жыл бұрын

Classic camera - I actually have a Nikon Coolpix A - small, easy to carry. It's 7 years old but still works perfectly. Also congrats on getting to 100K.

@scampagni7761 3 жыл бұрын

same, I got a s9100 as it was dirt cheap, now use it more than my fuji's...

@jigmetsering5949 2 жыл бұрын

should i get ricoii in 2022, consideriing tight budget

@TA-kv3nm 3 жыл бұрын

I wandered across this video looking for cameras to shoot outdoors. Those photos you took for your zine look really nice. What do you use to edit your photos?

@fritz9880 2 жыл бұрын

You make a clear, logical argument to buy this camera, but, what about the elephant in the room? At the time you made this video, you didn’t mention the newer GRiii which was already out and selling well. The five reasons to buy the GRii also apply to the newer Griii, and with the GRiii you get a better lens, faster autofocus, larger sensor, touch screen, type C charging, and image stabilization. The GRii has one (and perhaps only one) advantage over the GRiii, that being the built-in flash which I wish that they kept. Keep the videos coming!

@iloveweezer69 3 жыл бұрын

congrats on 100k

@thedondeluxe6941 3 жыл бұрын

Totally agree! Never selling mine :-)

@shibuyasoul 3 жыл бұрын

I'll definitely own this camera one day. It's just too beautiful to pass up forever. 🔥

@JayGrapherTh 3 жыл бұрын

how often do you use the flash? I do want to use more flash for night photos instead of pushing ISO all the time. and still debating with the fuji X70 instead - the popular video that comparing these cameras together all the time.

@rainae6679 3 жыл бұрын

Man, this camera is so nice but sooo out of my price range. But I just found a Vivitar LC600 Focus Free camera today at Goodwill and I'm wondering if anyone can tell me any info on it since I can't find any online. Congrats on getting to 100k!!!

@juiceboyxd9310 3 жыл бұрын

BOOM! 100K 🎉 🥳

@gjwhite 3 жыл бұрын

Plenty of the ii available on ebay in the $500 range! Pretty sweet. This would be a great "have it all the time" camera. Any thoughts on this vs the iii?

@akhyarrayhka4048 3 жыл бұрын

what ricoh GR need is... a built in viewfinder.

@abrooklyngirllinda 3 жыл бұрын

hey, i just found your channel. you have a very pleasing style of presenting... i definitely have the GR on my list though was thinking of the III but maybe I should just reconsider picking up the II. Thanks for a good video review!

@tooltool5824 3 жыл бұрын

I love my ricoh but the dust issue is a big issue with these cameras

@SandpiperBookCafe 3 жыл бұрын

I have the dust issue on my GR II. Does anyone here know how to solve the problem?

@roy33 3 жыл бұрын

Is anyone experiencing a glitch with the GR2 when clicking the Menu button or the rocker to access options, when the shooting dial is in certain modes like P or Auto? The Menu screen and options suddenly disappear as if I clicked the Menu button or rocker to exit

@amirrahman8673 2 жыл бұрын

can someone explain to me what the difference is between the ricoh grii and the ricoh grii digital

@branduncensored3896 2 жыл бұрын

GR2 is still a great camera in 2022

@deontaywhitesr 3 жыл бұрын

what made you go from the GR III to the GR II?

@younesmahrach5143 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this precise and interesting video. One More thing 😉 ND Filter

@alanmooney 3 жыл бұрын

What should we expect to pay for a nice GR11

@1ostcat 3 жыл бұрын

Bought one today in a second-hand shop in Japan. Doesn't recognize a 32GB SD card. Can't figure out how to check the firmware, since the instructions on the Ricoh site say to push and hold the Menu and Fn1 buttons, but there's no Fn1 button and holding the Menu and Fn button does nothing. Then there's no WB button to push either. It seems like a piece of crap and I'll be returning it ASAP.

@tsuihintree 3 жыл бұрын

I wonder if you have bought the GR Digital instead of the GR. different cameras.

@noisemartinez6198 3 жыл бұрын

Are all GR or Ricoh Camera's great?

@loushared6602 3 жыл бұрын

Yes! I bought the GRlll last year and was my first Ricoh. One of the best cameras I’ve ever owned and it’s so much fun to use. The image quality is incredible.

@martingreenberg870 Жыл бұрын

@@loushared6602 People love their GRs. This may not be important to you but the GR’s video leaves something to be desired. Mask On Nurse Marty

@jesamani75 3 жыл бұрын

Just bought my friends GR2 today what a coincidence

@Dundead1982 3 жыл бұрын

Got a GR 1 for $300 AUD at cash converters (Australian Pawn shop) not too long ago :D

@gagiga18 3 жыл бұрын

What about the GR Digital series?

@crwn_munkz 3 жыл бұрын

I got the griii, it's my everyday camera rn.

@thereshopeforallofus2487 3 жыл бұрын

Munkz Music, I love the black and white photos this camera takes, could you let me know if the video it takes is a bad as some people are saying, as I want to take a lot of videos as well, I will hold the camera mainly still while taking video, I don't plan to move it around.

@KiranGuha 3 жыл бұрын

how can i purchase recoh camera in India??? Please tell me..

@MK-it7wk 3 жыл бұрын

Does it shoot video?

@randomrob2221 3 жыл бұрын

Curious, why the GR2 instead of the GR3? I'm still debating myself which one should I get

@taratantara 2 жыл бұрын

the flash on the grii is worth it. Fill is consistent and natural.

@-boeing-76667 3 жыл бұрын

Хорошая камера,но цена??В 2019 купил Fujifilm xf 10!Не жалею!!

@eksempler69 3 жыл бұрын

IS IT 10MPX?

@timickan 2 жыл бұрын

What do you mean it's a point and shoot?

@martingreenberg870 Жыл бұрын

Point & shoot means a fixed lens. Only one focal length for this camera. You can purchase the wide angle conversion kit to go to 21mm for those that like even wider field of view. Mask On Nurse Marty

@caglartunca34 3 жыл бұрын

Would it be a wise choice selling xe3 and switch to gr2 ??

@martingreenberg870 Жыл бұрын

Depends on what you need and want. Technology moves on. Some people were upset when the GRiii deleted the flash. The GRiii has 24mp vs the 16mp of the GRii. The GRiii has two stops of IBIS. How did Ricoh jam that into the body? The Fuji XE3 is a striped down XPRO2. The main advantage is interchangeable lenses. If you already own it why would you buy the Ricoh? Mask On Nurse Marty

@ramatgan1 3 жыл бұрын

Ricoh GR are the best cameras in the world.

@TheJcGlobal 2 жыл бұрын

Rain proof?

@martingreenberg870 Жыл бұрын

Nothing is rain proof. Weather resistant is a better term. The GR isn’t a sealed body. It isn’t dust proof either. Mask On Nurse Marty

@demetrio3d239 3 жыл бұрын

NEED

@rumporridge1 3 жыл бұрын

For those of you in the comment section comparing this GR to the likes of Leica......y’all nuts!

@koltinn 3 жыл бұрын

"Look less of a threat" you mean you look like a tourist.

@tallaganda83 3 жыл бұрын

If you want to look like a tourist put an iPhone on a selfie stick

@atdaln 3 жыл бұрын

would much rather look like a tourist shooting street tbh

@billytl 3 жыл бұрын

fujifilm XS10 vs Sony A7c?

@martingreenberg870 Жыл бұрын

Interesting question but wrong place to bring this up. Both the Fuji and Sony are video centric bodies. They are both small but nothing is as compact as the GR bodies. Both of these bodies use interchangeable lenses vs. the fixed lens Ricoh. Mask On Nurse Marty