Real Monochrome in Your Pocket | Ricoh GR IV Monochrome

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The Ricoh GR IV Monochrome isn't just a camera; it's a reminder of why we fall in love with photography in the first place.
Is this the ultimate tool for street photography in 2026? We dive deep into the new 26MP APS-C monochrome sensor, with Phase Detect Autofocus system, and push the ISO to see if the grain really looks like film.

If you’ve been feeling uninspired or burnt out creatively, this might be the gear that changes everything.

In This Video:

The Sensor: A look at the new 26MP APS-C Monochrome sensor with an internal Red Filter for dramatic contrast.
Speed: Testing the new Phase Detect Autofocus and 1/16000 shutter speed.
Low Light: Pushing the ISO up to 409,600—is it usable?
Handling: The classic GR ergonomics.

Tech Specs:
Sensor: 26MP APS-C Monochrome (w/ Red Filter)
Focus: Phase Detect Autofocus
Shutter: Up to 1/16000s
ISO: 160 - 409,600
Storage: Internal Memory + Micro SD Slot

Chapter Markers:
00:00 Intro
00:27 GRIV vs GRIV Monochrome Red Filter
01:11 Design
02:18 Phase Detect Autofocus
02:40 Battery Life
03:19 GF-2 Flash
04:15 ISO Performance
05:47 Dynamic Range
07:15 Price
08:01 Upcoming Interview with Ricoh