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Ricoh GR III
Jun 6, 2019 11:59:31   #
markie1425 Loc: Bryn Mawr, PA
 
I am still sitting on the cash set aside to buy the Ricoh GR III.

I don't NEED it but I WANT it because of its small size and large-ish sensor.

Am holding back because of several possible issues that I've seen mentioned online.

1. Loose selector wheel.

2. Loose lens ring.

3. Possible excessive heat.

Do any of you own the GR III and are able to comment on these issues?

If I don't buy the GR III I won't buy anything. For me, it's either buy a GR III or buy nothing, so please don't suggest alternative cameras; I've done my research.

Thank you.

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Jun 6, 2019 12:42:25   #
rjaywallace Loc: Wisconsin
 
I owned the previous model, Ricoh GR II. It worked flawlessly both for me and for it’s subsequent owner. Ricoh/Pentax is justly proud of their reputation for making high quality products. I would give it a shot, but only with reputable vendors. Be aware of any rules for returning merchandise and warranty provisions. That’s just common sense, but I’ll bet you won’t need them. Best wishes, Ralph

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Jun 6, 2019 14:08:48   #
markie1425 Loc: Bryn Mawr, PA
 
rjaywallace wrote:
I owned the previous model, Ricoh GR II. It worked flawlessly both for me and for it’s subsequent owner. Ricoh/Pentax is justly proud of their reputation for making high quality products. I would give it a shot, but only with reputable vendors. Be aware of any rules for returning merchandise and warranty provisions. That’s just common sense, but I’ll bet you won’t need them. Best wishes, Ralph


Than you, Ralph.

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Jun 7, 2019 06:42:04   #
magpix Loc: St. Michaels, MD
 
Check out DP Review's latest comparison of the GR III with others.

https://www.dpreview.com/reviews/buying-guide-best-fixed-prime-lens-cameras?ref_=pe_1674010_132618830

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Jun 7, 2019 22:10:52   #
par4fore Loc: Bay Shore N.Y.
 
I m loving the Nikon “A” so much take a look at it.

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Jun 7, 2019 23:12:20   #
markie1425 Loc: Bryn Mawr, PA
 
par4fore wrote:
I m loving the Nikon “A” so much take a look at it.


Glad you love your Nikon, but as my original post said it's the Ricoh or nothing.

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Jun 8, 2019 04:36:22   #
rpavich Loc: West Virginia
 
I've never had any of those issues. People online tend to be complainers. Folks who don't have problems don't complain. You hear a small sub-set of the owners when you hear complaints.

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