Ricoh previews GR digital camera announcement

Ricoh Global has issued a short statement that they will announce a new GR-series digital camera on September 13, 2005. The analog GR1 was launched in October 1996, and this addition will be the first digital in the lineup.

There are a few rumors flying around, but stay tuned for the real scoop on September 13th.
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Digital version of the Ricoh GR camera to be announced!

On September 13 RICOH will announce the arrival of a new Super High Imaging Quality compact digital camera. This exceptional camera will be the digital version of the well-known GR analog camera series.

The GR1 was first launched in October 96. Thereafter followed the GR1s, GR10, GR21 and GR1V. Although using 28mm and 21mm wide angle lenses, the quality was such that images were sharp right up to the edge; in fact a special L-mount version of the 28mm GR lens was made and rated highly by specialist reviews. As a result these cameras became popular with professional photographers and enthusiasts the world over. This is a response to a request from loyal GR serices customers.