Ricoh GR IV.
A new 26MP BSI APS-C sensor, five-axis stabilization, and a 28mm f/2.8 lens in a body that genuinely disappears into a pocket.
The Verdict.
Gavler Meta-Score
“The GR IV is the thinking street photographer's compact. It won't wow anyone across a room, but it goes everywhere, starts instantly, and produces APS-C files that punch far above the camera's tiny footprint. The new sensor and stabilization finally modernize a beloved formula. If your priority is having a real camera on you at all times, this is the one.”
The Gavler Verdict
Precision Engineering
26MP BSI APS-C
A new backside-illuminated sensor improves noise and color over the GR III in the same tiny body.
5-Axis Stabilization
Upgraded from three-axis to five-axis, rated at six stops for sharp handheld low-light frames.
53GB Internal Storage
Massive built-in storage means you can shoot all day without a memory card.
Technical Specifications
The Scoreboard
Reviewers call it the biggest GR upgrade in years; the devoted GR community rates handling and pocketability at the top of the class. No viewfinder and a single 28mm view keep it from universal appeal.
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Global Critique
“Little improvements add up — the GR IV is the most refined pocket camera Ricoh has made.”
“The cult compact gets its biggest upgrade yet, and it's still the most pocketable APS-C camera around.”
“Snap focus and a tack-sharp 28mm lens make this the definitive street-photography tool.”
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