Upgrade Guide

Ricoh Ricoh G900SE→Ricoh GR III

Is it worth upgrading? Spec analysis, key improvements, and our verdict.

You own

Ricoh

Ricoh G900SE

£799

2022

→

Upgrade to

Ricoh

GR III

£899 (+£100)

2018

✅

Worthwhile

Clear improvements over the Ricoh G900SE. Whether it justifies the cost depends on which upgrades matter most to your shooting.

What's new in the GR III

Unchanged or similar

Suitability by genre

Base scores — computed from verified specs for an enthusiast shooting photo and video. The Upgrade Checker adjusts them for your skill level.

Full spec comparison

Spec	Ricoh G900SE	GR III
Price	£799	£899
Released	2022	2018	↓
Sensor	20MP 1/2.3-inch CMOS	24.2MP APS-C CMOS
Resolution	20MP	24MP	↑
Video	1080p	1080p/60p
Autofocus	Contrast-detect AF (9 points)	Hybrid contrast/phase-detect AF with subject detection
Stabilisation	No stabilisation	4-stop IBIS (Shake Reduction)
Burst Rate	4fps	4fps
Battery Life	340 shots (CIPA, estimated)	200 shots (CIPA)	↓
Weight	250g	227g (body only)	↑
Weather Sealed	Yes	Not weather sealed	↓
Viewfinder	None (screen only)	No viewfinder
Screen	Fixed screen	3.0" fixed touchscreen
Mount	Fixed rugged compact lens	Fixed 28mm-equiv f/2.8 lens
Memory Cards	Single SD	Single SD UHS-I

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