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GR IV HDF

Ricoh

GR IV HDF

GR IV variant with built-in Highlight Diffusion Filter for softer rendering and the same 25.74MP APS-C pocket platform.

$1,599

Launch price

Released Jan 2026

vs
GR IVx

Ricoh

GR IVx

40mm-equivalent GR IV sibling with a newly designed 26.1mm f/2.8 lens, 25.74MP APS-C sensor, 5-axis SR, 4K video, 53GB internal storage, and pocket street-camera handling. Winter 2026 planned.

$1,499

Launch price

Released Dec 2026

GR IVx is 11 months newer.

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Wins

2categories

GR IV HDF

PortraitVlogging

Wins

0categories

GR IVx

Portrait

8 categories tied

Which would you choose?

TL;DR — Key differences

GR IV HDF wins 2 categories·GR IVx wins 0 categories
  • AGR IV HDF has higher 4K max frame rate (60 fps vs 30 fps)
  • AGR IV HDF has lower Weight (262 g vs 265 g)

Key specs at a glance

GR IV HDFGR IVx
Resolution25.74 MP25.74 MP
SensorAPS-CAPS-C
ISO max204,800204,800
Burst4 fps4 fps
4K60 fps30 fps
IBISYesYes
Weight262 g265 g
Battery250 shots250 shots

Size and weight, to scale

GR IV HDF front view

GR IV HDF

109 × 61 × 33 mm

262 g (0.58 lb / 9.24 oz)

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

for scale

GR IVx front view

GR IVx

109 × 61 × 33 mm

265 g (0.58 lb / 9.35 oz)

GR IV HDF is 1mm thinner than GR IVx.

GR IV HDF is 3 g lighter than GR IVx.

Depth (front-to-back): 33mm GR IV HDF · 33mm GR IVx

Back view, to scale

Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.

GR IV HDF back view

GR IV HDF

109 × 61 mm

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

GR IVx

109 × 61 mm

Top view, to scale

Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.

GR IV HDF top view

GR IV HDF

109 × 33 mm

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

GR IVx

109 × 33 mm

Sensor size, to scale

GR IV HDF

23.3 × 15.5 mm · APS-C

361 mm² area

GR IVx

23.3 × 15.5 mm · APS-C

361 mm² area

Use-case scoring

Which one for what?

Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class

Use caseGR IV HDFGR IVx
Portrait
6.5Good
6.5Good
Sports & Action
1.0Limited
1.0Limited
Video & Hybrid
3.5Limited
4.0Fair✓ wins
Landscape
2.5Limited
2.5Limited
Travel
5.5Fair
5.5Fair
Wildlife
1.0Limited
1.0Limited
Vlogging
6.5Good✓ wins
5.5Fair

Why pick one over the other

Reasons to choose

GR IV HDF

  • 4K max frame rate

    60 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 32.7

  • Weight

    262 g vs 265 g — lower is better

Reasons to choose

GR IVx

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 33.4

Both cameras share

  • ResolutionBoth 25.74 MP
  • ISO min (native)Both 100
  • ISO max (native)Both 204,800
  • AF points / zonesBoth 49
  • Eye AFBoth support eye af
  • Burst (mechanical)Both 4 fps

Pros & cons at a glance

Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.

GR IV HDF

Pros

  • Built-in HDF effect
  • 25.74MP APS-C sensor
  • 5-axis SR
  • 53GB internal memory

Cons

  • No ND filter
  • Fixed lens
  • Full HD video only

GR IVx

Pros

  • New 26.1mm f/2.8 GR lens (40mm equiv.)
  • GR IV 25.74MP APS-C + 5-axis SR
  • 4K 30p/24p and 53GB built-in storage
  • Snap focus, 50/71mm crops, 2-stop ND
  • Pocketable 265g body

Cons

  • Price not yet announced (listed at GR IV $1,499)
  • Winter 2026 or later — still in development as of Aug 2026
  • No built-in EVF
  • Fixed 40mm-equiv. lens

Decided which one is right for you?

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Full specifications

= category winner

GR IV HDF
GR IVx
Resolution
25.74 MP
25.74 MP
Sensor type
APS-C CMOS
APS-C CMOS
Sensor size
23.3 x 15.5 mm
23.3 x 15.5 mm
AA filter
No
No
GR IV HDF
GR IVx
Aperture
F2.8-F16
Focal length (35mm equiv.)
40 mm
GR IV HDF
GR IVx
Processor
GR ENGINE 7
GR ENGINE 7
GR IV HDF
GR IVx
ISO min (native)
100
100
ISO max (native)
204,800
204,800
ISO max (expanded)
204,800
204,800
GR IV HDF
GR IVx
Shutter type
Leaf shutter
Leaf shutter
Max mechanical speed
1/4000 sec
1/4000 sec
Max electronic speed
1/16000 sec

Frequently asked

Quick answers generated from verified specs.

Which is better for vlogging, GR IV HDF or GR IVx?

GR IV HDF scores 6.5/10 versus 5.5/10 for GR IVx — 262g — easy to handhold for selfie video.

What's the resolution difference between the GR IV HDF and GR IVx?

Both cameras share the same 25.74 MP resolution.

Do the GR IV HDF and GR IVx have in-body image stabilization?

GR IV HDF has in-body image stabilization, while GR IVx has in-body image stabilization.

Which shoots faster bursts — the GR IV HDF or the GR IVx?

GR IV HDF reaches 4 fps electronic. GR IVx reaches 4 fps electronic.

What's the weight difference between the GR IV HDF and GR IVx?

GR IV HDF weighs 262 g and GR IVx weighs 265 g, so the GR IV HDF is 3 g lighter.

Do the GR IV HDF and GR IVx record 4K video?

GR IV HDF: 4K up to 60p. GR IVx: 4K up to 30p.

Are the GR IV HDF and GR IVx weather sealed?

GR IV HDF: No. GR IVx: No.

Which has better battery life?

Rated battery life is 250 shots (CIPA) for the GR IV HDF and 250 shots for the GR IVx, giving the GR IVx the edge.

How much does each cost?

GR IV HDF launched at $1,599 and GR IVx at $1,499. The GR IVx is $100 less.

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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed September 2026.

Product images courtesy of Ricoh press materials.