Ricoh GR IV HDF Digital Camera

Description

Quick Overview

• Built-in Highlight Diffusion Filter
• 25.7MP APS-C BSI CMOS Sensor
• New 28mm f/2.8 Lens (Full-Frame Equiv.)
• Improved AF and Low-Light Focusing
• 5-Axis 6-Stop Shake Reduction System
• 3.0″ 1.04m-Dot Touchscreen LCD
• 53GB Built-In Memory & microSD Card Slot
• Full HD 1080/60p Video Recording
• Snap Distance Priority & Focus Limiter
• GR WORLD App for Updates and Control

Product Description

A Faster GR with a Dreamlike Touch
The Ricoh GR IV HDF reimagines the ultimate snap shooter with a subtle, expressive twist. This special edition of Ricohs iconic compact camera introduces a built-in Highlight Diffusion Filter (HDF), designed to render highlights with a soft, blurred glow for a dreamy, cinematic, and nostalgic look straight out of the camera.

Replacing the ND filter from the standard model, the GR IV HDF retains everything photographers love about the series including its 25.7MP BSI CMOS sensor, 28mm-equivalent f/2.8 lens, fast autofocus, advanced Shake Reduction, and seamless GR WORLD app connectivity but adds a new layer of creative expression for visual storytellers.

HDF Distinctions

• The built-in Highlight Diffusion Filter produces gentle, misty highlights for a filmic, ethereal feel.

• Easily toggle the HDF on or off with a single press of the rear Fn button, now labeled HDF. The function can also be reassigned to other controls for flexibility.

• The camera features a distinct silver shutter release button, setting it apart visually from other GR IV models.

New 25.7MP BSI CMOS Sensor & GR ENGINE 7

The GR IV HDF employs a back-illuminated 25.7MP APS-C sensor paired with the latest GR ENGINE 7 processor to deliver outstanding low-light performance, faster startup (0.6 sec), improved focusing, and exceptional image clarity.

• Expanded ISO range up to 204,800

• 14-bit DNG RAW and JPEG capture

• Significantly reduced noise and faster image processing

Enhanced Autofocus & Responsiveness

With its redesigned, lightweight lens and improved processing power, the GR IV HDF offers faster, more accurate autofocus, even in low light.

• Face and eye detection ensures precise focus tracking for people shots

• Full Press Snap instantly locks focus at a preset distance for decisive street photography moments

• Greatly reduced focus hunting for smoother, quicker shooting

5-Axis Shake Reduction

The updated 5-axis stabilization system delivers up to 6 stops of compensation, providing steady handheld shooting even in challenging lighting conditions a major improvement from the previous 3-axis system.

Creative Image Control

Explore 12 customizable Image Control modes, including a new Cinema mode (available in Yellow or Green tones) for a vintage, film-inspired aesthetic.

• Adjust saturation, contrast, hue, key, and grain for personalized looks

• Save custom styles for quick recall

Advanced Shooting Features

• 1/16,000-sec electronic shutter for wide-aperture shooting in bright light

• Program Auto Ex mode enables instant switching between Aperture and Shutter Priority via the control dials

• Snap Distance-Priority AE (Sn) mode optimizes depth of field for crisp, layered street scenes

• AA filter simulation via Shake Reduction minimizes moir when needed

• Unlimited multi-exposure compositing

• Full HD 1080p video at 60p, 30p, and 24p frame rates

Redesigned 28mm f/2.8-Equivalent Lens

Retaining the classic 28mm GR lens, the new optical design offers sharper resolution, improved clarity, and faster operation.

• 7-element / 5-group layout with aspherical, HR, and low-dispersion glass

• Macro mode for close-ups between 2.4″ and 4.7″

• Built-in 35mm and 50mm crop modes for versatile framing

Refined Design & Handling

The GR IV HDF features a slimmer, more ergonomic magnesium-alloy body with a refined control layout.

• New DB-120 battery provides up to 250 shots per charge

• Expanded 53GB internal memory plus microSD support

• USB-C port for charging and data transfer

• Redesigned ADJ dial for intuitive control

• 3.0″ 1.04m-dot touchscreen LCD with anti-reflective coating and auto brightness adjustment for outdoor visibility

Smart Connectivity

The dedicated GR WORLD app streamlines file transfers, remote shooting, and location tagging via Bluetooth and Wi-Fi giving creators greater freedom to shoot and share instantly.

Optional Accessories

• GF-2 External Flash: slim, rechargeable via USB-C

• BJ-12 Dual Battery Charger for DB-120 batteries

• GA-3 Lens Adapter for 49mm filters or GW-4 Wide Conversion Lens

• Hot shoe for external flashes or viewfinders

With its elegant design, enhanced speed, and unique Highlight Diffusion Filter, the Ricoh GR IV HDF offers photographers a fresh way to capture the world blending the precision of a professional tool with the artistic softness of analog film.