The Ricoh GR series, particularly the GR III and GR IIIx, is currently on back order due to a combination of factors. One of the main reasons is its soaring popularity, which has outpaced the company’s manufacturing capacity. This demand spike has been particularly noticeable in markets like China and Japan, where delivery times are now months out. The camera has become highly sought after, partly due to its compact design and high image quality, making it an attractive alternative to the also hard-to-find Fujifilm X100V. This surge in demand, along with supply chain challenges, has led to global inventory shortages and delays in fulfilling orders .