Ricoh Imaging has announced the release of its integrated lens camera, the RICOH GR IV Monochrome, scheduled for February 13. Pricing is open, with a projected market price around 280,000 yen. Based on the GR IV released in September 2025, this new model features a dedicated APS-C sensor exclusively for monochrome. With the addition of a red filter and new image controls, it is a highly ambitious camera thoroughly specialized for black-and-white photography.
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Exceptional Sharpness and Tonal Range: The Power of a Dedicated Monochrome Sensor
The RICOH GR IV Monochrome employs a sensor designed exclusively for black-and-white, eliminating color information to achieve outstanding resolution and tonal richness. By removing color filters and interpolation processing, the true performance of the GR lens is rendered directly, delivering a level of image quality that sets it apart from conventional monochrome modes in color cameras.
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Expanding Creative Expression: Physical Filter and New Image Controls
This model incorporates a physical red filter within the lens, simulating infrared effects. It can be toggled on and off with a single button, dramatically altering the impression of portraits and landscapes. Additionally, newly developed monochrome image controls such as the high-contrast 'Solid' and grain-emphasizing 'Grainy' modes enable a wide range of expressive possibilities.
A Commitment to 'Monochrome Aesthetics' in Design
The exterior is finished in matte black throughout, accented by a semi-gloss GR logo and a white LED power button. The deliberate omission of material textures and color underscores the monochrome concept with refined clarity. This design, integrated with photographic expression, is crafted to inspire the sensibilities of its users.
