Night Crawling with the Ricoh GRIII: A Street Photographer's Diary

Last night, I traded in my Canon comfort zone for something a bit more... pocket-sized. Meet the Ricoh GRIII: a camera so compact, it makes my EOS R5 look like it's been hitting the gym too hard.

So there I was, stepping into the urban jungle after sundown, armed with what felt like a spy gadget from a '60s flick. No more hiding behind a lens the size of a small cannon. This was street photography stripped down to its boxers—raw and unfiltered, just like the city's nightlife.

The Ricoh GRIII is like that friend who challenges you to a hot-wing eating contest—intimidating at first, but ultimately a good time. With no mirrors flipping or weight lifting, I bobbed and weaved through the neon-lit streets, capturing life on the fly. Sure, I missed the heft of my EOS R5, but there's something to be said for not needing a chiropractor after a shoot.

And oh, the vintage vibes! I was chasing the ghost of film photography, dialing in settings on the Ricoh that would make each shot feel like a throwback Thursday. The camera might be digital, but the soul? Pure analog.

By the end of the night, the Ricoh GRIII and I were old pals. It's not just a camera; it's a time machine in your pocket, a reminder that sometimes, the best way to move forward is to scale back.

Stay tuned for the shots that survived the night. They're like that one friend who always photobombs—imperfectly perfect. Check them out on my site, and let's chat about the beauty of the streets at witching hour.