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  1. Paul Giguere

    Completed For Sale: Ricoh GR Digital IV (price reduced or best offer) | Location: USA | Ships: USA

    What type of listing is this? For Sale What are you trying to sell/buy/trade? Ricoh GR Digital IV What are your prices? $300 or best offer Where are you located? USA Where are you willing to to ship? USA Description I'm selling my Ricoh GR Digital IV. The camera is in excellent...
  2. Paul Giguere

    Completed For Sale: Ricoh GRD 1 (original 2006) Price reduced or best offer | Location: USA | Ships: USA

    What type of listing is this? For Sale What are you trying to sell/buy/trade? Ricoh GR 1 (the original from 2006) What are your prices? $100 or best offer Where are you located? USA Where are you willing to to ship? USA Description I'm selling my first generation Ricoh GR1. This...
  3. Paul Giguere

    Completed For Sale: Fuji X100s in mint condition (price reduced or best offer) | Location: USA | Ships: USA

    What type of listing is this? For Sale What are you trying to sell/buy/trade? Fuji X100s in mint condition What are your prices? $500 or best offer Where are you located? USA Where are you willing to to ship? USA Description I'm selling my Fuji X100s (black). It is in mint...
  4. Paul Giguere

    Completed Sony RX1 w EVF & accessories | Location: USA | Ships: USA

    Buy & Sell Listing - Want to SellSelling Sony RX1 w EVF & accessories Prices $1700 Location USA Ships to USA Description I'm selling a Sony RX1 in excellent condition bundled with various accessories. The camera is in perfect condition (no marks...
  5. Paul Giguere

    Ricoh ND filter question

    I realized last night that the ND filter setting on my GR had been set to "On" in the "Shooting" menu along with the ND filter setting set to "Auto" in the "Setup" menu. At the risk of sounding like a complete idiot, has my ND filter been on for every shot I have made (since I realized it was...
  6. Paul Giguere

    Ricoh Snap Settings and DoF

    Thanks. I wasn't aware that a forum had been created for the GR (everyone was posting under the >1" forum for a while). I'll be sure to check that forum from now on. Paul Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk HD
  7. Paul Giguere

    Ricoh Snap Settings and DoF

    Thanks Ray. I thought you would have the answer. I was using DOFMaster to figure this out (using the Pentax DLSR format since that is probably pretty close to the GR sensor, etc.). Essentially I'm looking for a set-up for indoors w good light, indoors w low light, and then something to use for...
  8. Paul Giguere

    Ricoh Snap Settings and DoF

    Sorry if this has been brought up before but coming from the GRD-IV (which has so much latitude with the DoF in Snap mode due to the smaller sensor, etc.), I'm still struggling with getting a handle on the proper combinations of Snap distance setting to aperture setting and what that means in...
  9. Paul Giguere

    Ricoh (another) Ricoh GR review-impressions

    Thanks for the feedback and comments. I guess I will just need to stick with RAW + JPEG. A bit of a pain but at least I'm getting the end result I want. Paul Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk HD
  10. Paul Giguere

    Ricoh (another) Ricoh GR review-impressions

    I've been using my GR almost since it first became available. One thing that bothers me is the image review in the camera. I have the camera set to RAW + (JPEG) in B&W mode. After taking a photo, I notice that the review image (especially when enlarged on the screen) lacks focus and detail. The...
  11. Paul Giguere

    Sony Thumbs Up Grip options

    Hi all, I know that the Thumbs Up CSEP2 grip (designed originally for Fuji X100 and Leica X1, etc.) will work with the RX1 as an alternative to Sony's much more expensive thumb grip however, I'm wondering if any of the new Thumbs Up grips that don't require a hex wrench to install will work...
  12. Paul Giguere

    Sony Showcase RX1 Images

    Thanks all. I wasn't aware of the Tech Radar review. I think the "classic" RX1 would work better for my "image aesthetic." After reading the articles, the tradeoffs don't seem worth it in my opinion. Thanks again, Paul Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk HD
  13. Paul Giguere

    Sony Showcase RX1 Images

    Hi Ray, Aside from the possibility of moire appearing with certain subject matter (and of course the fact you can't find an RX1-R for sale to save your life right now) I'm wondering what the other tradeoffs are, in your opinion, that one should think about regarding the RX1-R. I've been waiting...
  14. Paul Giguere

    Sony EVF for RX1 - Second Thoughts

    Thanks to both of you for responding to my questions. I guess I should just ignore the reviews and such (many of which promote the use of the EVF as essential) and just keep shooting the way I feel most comfortable. I don't think I need to plunk down $450 for the EVF if it will be something that...
  15. Paul Giguere

    Sony EVF for RX1 - Second Thoughts

    Hi all, I bought an EVF for my RX1 when it came out and after several days I returned the EVF. Maybe I'm just spoiled by optical viewfinders, but I found the EVF to be "unreal." The quality of the image looked like a small LCD screen (and not a very good one at that although I understand this...
  16. Paul Giguere

    Ricoh GR vs. Nikon Coolpix A - quick impressions

    At over 136 posts to this thread, I've lost track. And I've been following it too. :-) Sorry, Paul
  17. Paul Giguere

    Ricoh GR vs. Nikon Coolpix A - quick impressions

    So Ray, which camera did you eventually decide on (or are you still on the fence)? I got the Ricoh GR (mostly because I love Ricoh cameras in general and the GRD in particular). The Nikon looks nice as well but not $300 nicer than the Ricoh. Frankly, even if they were the same price, I would...
  18. Paul Giguere

    The New Ricoh GR Announced and Available for Pre-Order ($797 at B&H)

    Too funny! I did the exact same thing and brought a spare battery from my GRD4 and a card to work today too. My GR just showed up at my office from UPS. First impressions. . . Wow! The camera feels great. If you didn't hold it up against a GRD 3/4, you really wouldn't notice the size difference...
  19. Paul Giguere

    Completed Sony RX1 w accessories (Reduced Price!) | Location: USA | Ships: USA

    Buy & Sell Listing - Want to SellSelling</br> Sony RX1 w accessories </br>Prices</br> $2000 </br>Location</br> USA </br>Ships to</br> USA </br>Description</br> For Sale I'm selling a Sony RX1 in "mint" condition bundled with various accessories. The camera is in perfect condition...
  20. Paul Giguere

    The New Ricoh GR Announced and Available for Pre-Order ($797 at B&H)

    Hi Armanius - The model # is Ricoh BJ-6. It is the same charger for the GR4. I'm sure there are 3rd party ones out there too but the "official" charger from Ricoh is durable and very tiny. Best, Paul
  21. Paul Giguere

    The New Ricoh GR Announced and Available for Pre-Order ($797 at B&H)

    Hi Ray - I hate this trend as well. It is kind of like airlines charging extra for a checked bag, legroom, etc. On the plus side though, I have the GRDIV (which came with a charger) and since the batteries for the GR and the GRD 3&4 are the same, I can use the same charger (and batteries). As an...
  22. Paul Giguere

    Ricoh New GR Digital rumor

    As many of you know, I'm a big Ricoh GR user. I love my GRD4 and have made many great photos with this (and prior my GRD3). For the past few years, the GRD has been my main (or only) camera that I have used for my social documentary work (indeed all of my photography). I purchased a Sony RX1...
  23. Paul Giguere

    Nikon Coolpix A Announced! APS-C Compact with 28mm Equivalent f/2.8 Lens

    Yup, I think we may be looking at the specs for the new Ricoh GRD5 when it is finally announced. Ricoh will probably still have the edge in terms of usability and controls. Also, if they can keep the price below Nikon then they may have a winner. Still, if Nikon can force Ricoh to up their game. . .
  24. Paul Giguere

    Ricoh Ricoh GRDV to Feature an APS-C Sensor!

    I hadn't thought of that but I think you may be right, the GRD5 may have to use a slower lens if Ricoh is going to maintain the same equivalent focal length (28mm) and still keep the lens small enough to work in a compact body. This would put the Ricoh in competition with cameras like the Sigma...
  25. Paul Giguere

    Ricoh Ricoh GRDV to Feature an APS-C Sensor!

    It's funny but I'm not sure where the GRDV would fit for me either. I have a spectrum of capabilities already covered (GRD4, Sony RX1, and Pentax K-5). Clearly the GRD5 would be destined to replace the GRD4 but I'm not so sure that would be the case given that the GRD4 is significantly different...
  26. Paul Giguere

    Ricoh Ricoh GRDV to Feature an APS-C Sensor!

    Yes, these are all unanswered questions and we probably won't know until just before the announcement when the specs are "ahem" leaked. I would imagine that the snap focus on a GRDV would work pretty much the same it did on the GXR 28mm lens module in that you did get shallower depth of field...
  27. Paul Giguere

    Ricoh Ricoh GRDV to Feature an APS-C Sensor!

    Being an RX1 owner, I agree that larger sensors in smaller bodies is where the market is heading. I do think however there is a lot of room for APS-C compacts (X1, Fuji, etc. have shown this to be true). I do however think that the audience for the Sony RX100 is different than that for the Ricoh...
  28. Paul Giguere

    Ricoh Ricoh GRDV to Feature an APS-C Sensor!

    I haven't a clue what will happen to the GXR line. If Ricoh is still serious about the system, they may have a refresh announcement this year for the body and maybe sensor updates for the A12 units as well as new units (maybe a Pentax K mount which would make the most sense). I'm just glad Ricoh...
  29. Paul Giguere

    Ricoh Ricoh GRDV to Feature an APS-C Sensor!

    This is very exciting news for GRD lovers! Ricoh GR Digital V to Feature an APS-C Sensor Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk HD
  30. Paul Giguere

    Sony Thoughts on the Sony RX1

    I final had a chance to use the Sony RX1 in a "real-world" situation. That is, I was able to use it (even for a brief time) for an actual social documentary project that I have been working on over the past two years. This gave me a chance to see how to camera behaved and worked in a familiar...
  31. Paul Giguere

    Sony RX1 user report at Steve Huff (not by Steve).

    I think it will take time for Fuji get to work on a full-frame camera. Even if they start now, it will take at least a year or more before they can announce anything. This is enough time for the X-Trans line of cameras to have their day in the sun. Paul Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk HD
  32. Paul Giguere

    Sony RX1 user report at Steve Huff (not by Steve).

    I think this is just the beginning of full-frame compact cameras. Now that Sony has shown it can be done, I'm sure we will start to see other makers get on-board with (probably) more affordable offerings. I can see companies like Fuji picking up on this at some point. Canon and Nikon pretty...
  33. Paul Giguere

    Sony Thoughts on the Sony RX1

    Thanks for the detailed comments. I actually own a Ricoh GXR with the 28mm lens (which I'm currently selling by the way through Serious Compacts). I like the GXR but have found that it doesn't fit within my photographic life. I much prefer the GRD4 for the kinds of photos the GXR can make...
  34. Paul Giguere

    Sony Thoughts on the Sony RX1

    Thanks for the comments Andrew. I will keep the RX1 and give it a fair shake. I really haven't done that yet (armchair photography doesn't count). I need to actually use it for something real. Only then will I know for sure. Best, Paul Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk HD
  35. Paul Giguere

    Sony Thoughts on the Sony RX1

    Ray, Thank you so much for detailed and thoughtful posting. I appreciate the work you put into it. I think the bottom-line for me is that I need to spend more time using the RX1 for the kind of photography I purchased it for in the first place instead of trying to compare it my GRD4 or use it...
  36. Paul Giguere

    Sony Thoughts on the Sony RX1

    Thanks for tip Hikari. My problem isn't really achieving manual focus (although your tip is a good one), it's keeping that focus when the camera powers down. Yes, I can keep working the manual focus each time (a pain but not that big of one). As for batteries, if I don't keep the LCD on while...
  37. Paul Giguere

    Sony Thoughts on the Sony RX1

    Just to follow-up. . . I had a chance to go out this morning with the RX1 and make some photos (nothing worth posting, just wanted to try the camera out outside of the house). In good light, the camera focused just fine. Fast and deliberate. One thing that is annoying me a lot more than I...
  38. Paul Giguere

    Sony Thoughts on the Sony RX1

    Hi Ray, Thanks for your thoughts. I have to say that all of my thoughts thus far regarding the RX1 are based on my initial impressions. I have yet to use the camera in the "real world." My thinking may change as I get out there and really use it. I do have to say that I am still in love with my...
  39. Paul Giguere

    Sony Thoughts on the Sony RX1

    Hi Ray, Unfortunately, the distance scale only appears in the LCD and even then, it is not very precise nor is it in exact measurements. I would think that this is something that could be fixed in a firmware upgrade but Sony has yet to do it with the RX100 so I'm not too optimistic with the...
  40. Paul Giguere

    Sony Thoughts on the Sony RX1

    I did use the RX100 and I know what you mean. Nice camera and all but it didn't give me that feeling I get when I pick-up my GRD4 (for example). Hard to explain, more like a feeling that the camera has just become a part of you or something. I do have to say that the RX1 does have that feel for...
  41. Paul Giguere

    Sony Thoughts on the Sony RX1

    HI Andrew - Yes, I'm converting to black and white but I'm shooting in RAW (the RX1 RAW files are supported in the latest version of Lightroom) so I will also have the color files to look at (who knows, maybe I'll do more color work). Thanks for the well wishes. Best, Paul Sent from my iPad...
  42. Paul Giguere

    Sony Thoughts on the Sony RX1

    [NOTE: The essay below was originally posted to my blog (www.paulgiguere.com) thus the introduction is slanted towards a more general public than people in this forum.] By now many of you have probably heard about the Sony RX1. The worlds first compact full-frame camera that offers stunning...
  43. Paul Giguere

    Completed Ricoh GV-1 Viewfinder (for GXR or GRD cameras)

    The Ricoh GV-1 External Viewfinder mounts to the Ricoh GXR camera system. Simply attach the GV-1 via the hot shoe and view your intended shots using the 21mm and 28mm frames (35mm equivalent). This viewfinder is in new condition (no scratches, haze, etc.) and has not been used. It comes...
  44. Paul Giguere

    Completed Ricoh GXR Package w 28mm Module

    Ricoh GXR Package w 28mm Module The camera and associated equipment is in new condition and comes complete with all of the original boxes and packaging material. I also have an AMAXX LCD cover over the LCD panel on the body and will leave that on or take it off as desired. This was an review...
  45. Paul Giguere

    Pentax The Pentax K-01: A Review from the Field

    This would be a nice upgrade (in addition to addressing some other speed issues) for the K-01 but it depends what Pentax really wants to do with this camera (or Ricoh with the GXR for that matter). With Ricoh layoffs on the horizon (part of a restructuring), I think we may see (hopefully) some...
  46. Paul Giguere

    Pentax The Pentax K-01: A Review from the Field

    At this price point, I would say K-01's days are numbered and that perhaps Pentax/Ricoh are getting ready to jettison the camera from it's lineup or replace it with a Mark II version (I could be wrong of course, it happens frequently. . . so my family tells me). With that said though, this is an...
  47. Paul Giguere

    Completed Ricoh GXR Body w 28mm Module

    Ricoh GXR Package w 28mm Module The camera and associated equipment is in new condition and comes complete with all of the original boxes and packaging material. I also have an AMAXX LCD cover over the LCD panel on the body and will leave that on or take it off as desired. This was an review...
  48. Paul Giguere

    Excitement is Building for the Sony RX100. I'm Dreaming About the Ricoh GRD V.

    Hi Ray, Thanks for the pointers regarding working around some of the limitations of the RX100. I too also work primarily at 28mm so this is less of an issue for me (maybe more so for others). The exposure control is problematic in manual focus mode but I agree, it just takes some...
  49. Paul Giguere

    Excitement is Building for the Sony RX100. I'm Dreaming About the Ricoh GRD V.

    Hi Ray, I too have been using the RX100 now for a few days and I have to say I agree with you. I would have come up with different tradeoffs but overall, this camera is a real winner and I can only hope that Ricoh does something with this sensor for the GRD5 next year. All of the reviews that I...
  50. Paul Giguere

    Excitement is Building for the Sony RX100. I'm Dreaming About the Ricoh GRD V.

    Although I now have a Pentax K-5 and a Ricoh GXR 28mm, I still find that I use my GRDIV most of the time. Much of this has to do with the size. It's easy to carry in my day-to-day messenger bag and if I'm going somewhere where I want a good camera with me, I throw the GRD into a small carry bag...
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