Ricoh GR IV, the newest model in Ricoh Imaging’s renowned GR series, has officially entered development. This high-end compact digital camera is set to hit the market in Autumn 2025. Continuing the GR tradition, the GR IV promises a powerful blend of top-tier image quality, speed, and portability—making it a perfect choice for enthusiasts and professionals seeking a capable snapshot tool.
Ricoh completely redesigned the GR IV’s core hardware. It features a new lens, a fresh image sensor, and a powerful imaging engine. These upgrades ensure significant image quality improvements across a variety of shooting conditions. The camera also gains advanced connectivity, supporting the upcoming GR WORLD smartphone app for a more streamlined workflow and sharing experience.
Public previews of the Ricoh GR IV will start on May 31, 2025, at GR SPACE venues in Tokyo, Beijing, and Shanghai. Ricoh also announced the GR III’s production will stop by July 2025 due to part shortages. However, the GR IIIx remains in production. An HDF (Highlight Diffusion Filter) version of the GR IV is planned for release after Winter 2025.
Ricoh GR IV Key Specs
| Lens | 18.3mm (28mm equivalent), f/2.8–f/16, 7 elements in 5 groups (3 aspherical) |
| Sensor | 25.74MP APS-C CMOS (23.3mm × 15.5mm) |
| ISO Range | ISO 100–204,800 |
| Stabilization | 5-axis sensor-shift |
| Anti-aliasing Filter | Moiré reduction (Off/Low/High) |
| Dust Removal | Ultrasonic DR II sensor cleaning |
| Image Formats | 14-bit Raw (DNG) and JPEG |
| Color Spaces | sRGB and Adobe RGB |
| Video Recording | Full HD (1920 × 1080) at 60p/30p/24p, H.264 |
| Internal Memory | Approx. 53GB |
| Card Support | microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC (UHS-I) |
| Autofocus | Hybrid AF (Phase + Contrast detection) |
| Focus Modes | Auto-area, Zone, Select, Pinpoint, Tracking, Continuous, Manual, Snap |
| Shutter | 1/4,000 to 30s with bulb/timed exposure |
| Exposure Modes | Program AE, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, Manual, Snap Distance AE |
| Metering | Multi-segment, Center-weighted, Spot, Highlight-weighted |
| ND Filter | 2-stop built-in (Auto/On/Off) |
| White Balance | Presets, manual tuning, fine adjustments |
| Display | 3-inch TFT LCD, 1.037M dots, touchscreen |
| Wireless | Dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4GHz and 5GHz, regional limits) |
| USB Interface | Type-C with DisplayPort Alt Mode |
| Battery | Rechargeable (final specs TBA) |
| Size & Weight | 109.4 × 61.1 × 32.7mm; 262g with battery and card |
The Ricoh GR IV stands out with premium hardware and thoughtful software integration. The updated GR WORLD app will support all models from the GR II onward, offering seamless camera-to-smartphone functionality.
This announcement underscores Ricoh’s ongoing commitment to innovation in compact photography tools. The GR IV looks set to carry the legacy forward, combining tactile shooting satisfaction with cutting-edge tech.