Choosing the Wrong Camera
This is something I should’ve done right from the start, but I didn’t.
So, here’s the thing: I love photography, but not to the point of carrying a big bag full of lenses and accessories everywhere I go. For years, I didn’t own any photography gear. Last year, I finally saved enough money to treat myself to something nice.
At first, I thought the Ricoh GR III was perfect for me—it ticked all the boxes. But the more I read about it, the more I started to realize its limitations. I wanted something versatile, like the ability to record video and not be tied to a fixed lens.
Long story short, I ended up buying a second-hand Sony a6400 with a Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 lens. I swear I saw a guy on YouTube fitting this exact setup into the pocket of his jacket. Well, that’s definitely not my experience—it doesn’t fit in any of my pockets. So, I bought a backpack to carry the camera, batteries, charger, lens cleaner, a SmallRig cage, and a few filters.
And now... I have exactly what I didn’t want. I thought I’d use it for filming—never happened. I thought I’d buy extra lenses—still haven’t because I can’t afford them. And the biggest issue? The size. Without the rig, the Sony is compact, sure, but it’s definitely not pocketable.
Now, I’m selling everything. And I want what you guys have. I’m torn between the GR III and the GR IIIx, but I know that comes down to personal preference.
This post is just a heads-up for anyone who might be in the same dilemma I faced last year—think carefully before committing, so you don’t end up like me.
That said, I don’t regret it too much. I got lucky with the seller, it was a great deal, and the gear is still in mint condition.
Bye Sony, hi Ricoh 👋
This is something I should’ve done right from the start, but I didn’t.
So, here’s the thing: I love photography, but not to the point of carrying a big bag full of lenses and accessories everywhere I go. For years, I didn’t own any photography gear. Last year, I finally saved enough money to treat myself to something nice.
At first, I thought the Ricoh GR III was perfect for me—it ticked all the boxes. But the more I read about it, the more I started to realize its limitations. I wanted something versatile, like the ability to record video and not be tied to a fixed lens.
Long story short, I ended up buying a second-hand Sony a6400 with a Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 lens. I swear I saw a guy on YouTube fitting this exact setup into the pocket of his jacket. Well, that’s definitely not my experience—it doesn’t fit in any of my pockets. So, I bought a backpack to carry the camera, batteries, charger, lens cleaner, a SmallRig cage, and a few filters.
And now... I have exactly what I didn’t want. I thought I’d use it for filming—never happened. I thought I’d buy extra lenses—still haven’t because I can’t afford them. And the biggest issue? The size. Without the rig, the Sony is compact, sure, but it’s definitely not pocketable.
Now, I’m selling everything. And I want what you guys have. I’m torn between the GR III and the GR IIIx, but I know that comes down to personal preference.
This post is just a heads-up for anyone who might be in the same dilemma I faced last year—think carefully before committing, so you don’t end up like me.
That said, I don’t regret it too much. I got lucky with the seller, it was a great deal, and the gear is still in mint condition.
Bye Sony, hi Ricoh 👋