Ricoh's original premium compact — the GR1 that launched the GR legend.
The Ricoh GR1 is the film camera that launched the legendary GR series — a compact 35mm camera with a fixed 28mm f/2.8 GR lens. Released in 1996, it defined the premium compact camera category. The GR lens is outstanding — razor sharp with excellent contrast. The 28mm perspective became synonymous with the GR name and street photography culture.
The GR 28mm f/2.8 lens is one of the finest compact camera lenses ever made — exceptional sharpness and contrast from the dedicated GR optical design. The 28mm perspective is the classic street photography wide-angle. Snap focus mode enables zone focusing for instant street capture. Program and aperture-priority modes. The GR1 created a photography legend.
Fixed GR 28mm f/2.8 — non-interchangeable. Weight approximately 175 grams — pocketable. Build quality good with metal chassis. 35mm film. The GR1 was succeeded by the GR1s and GR1v with incremental improvements. The GR legacy continues through the digital GR series. A camera that defined a genre of street photography.
Very sought-after — the GR1 commands significant collector and user prices. Check shutter, LCD, and optics. The camera that launched the GR legend. The GR lens quality is outstanding. A landmark in premium compact camera design. The GR1v (ID 4892) is the more refined successor. Prices continue to appreciate with the GR cult following.