New Firmware Updates for RICOH GR III (Version 2.21) and RICOH GR IIIx (Version 1.71)

New Firmware Updates for the RICOH GR III (Version 2.21) and the RICOH GR IIIx (Version 1.71) have been released.

Enhanced Features:

· The option to “Reset to Factory Default” has been added in the Setup menu, under “Reset”.

o The “Reset to Factory Default” option restores all the camera settings to the original factory default values.

*Note that performing a Reset to Factory Default will erase all images stored in the internal memory and initialize the internal memory. Images stores on the SD card will not be erased.

· The camera’s shutdown screen is updated to the special GR 30th Anniversary screen.

*The shutdown screen cannot be reverted to the previous version after the firmware update.

For detailed information on the enhanced features and download instructions, visit the links below.

RICOH GR III – Firmware Version 2.21 Download Link:

https://www.ricoh-imaging.co.jp/english/support/digital/gr3_s.html

RICOH GR III – Firmware Version 1.71 Download Link:

https://www.ricoh-imaging.co.jp/english/support/digital/gr3x_s.html

Note: This firmware is available for download for a limited time only.

Download deadline: December 31, 2026, at 23:59 (JST)

Updated November 09, 2026

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