Ricoh GR review – Accessories
There is a fantastic range of accessories available for the Ricoh GR that makes it more like a small system rather than a standalone camera. To protect the camera, there is the GC-6 leather ever-ready-style case, as well as the more standard GC-5 slip case. However, of more interest to photographers will be the GW-3 wideangle conversion lens, which turns the 28mm equivalent lens into a 21mm equivalent lens, and comes with a petal lens hood. The GW-3 requires the GH-3 adapter before it can be used, while the adapter also includes a lens hood.
As discussed in the Viewfinder, live view and video section two optical viewfinders are available: the GV-1, which offers more coverage and has guidelines for the conversion lens; and the GV-2, which is smaller and more compact.
Finally, there is the GF-1 TTL flashgun dedicated to the GR – although it is a shame that the camera isn’t compatible with the Pentax range of flashguns.
In all, there is a good complement of accessories and I would advise purchasing one of the viewfinders, as well as the GH-3 adapter and lens hood, which costs around £60.
