→ AstrHori launched a new macro-focusing rail slider model AH-MGA170 (available also in a package with the AstrHori 25mm f/2.8 2x-5x ultra macro lens): AstrHori AH-MGA170 macro-focusing rail slider AstrHori AH-MGA170 + 25mm f/2.8 2x-5x ultra macro lens → Gura Gear introduced new Forest Green & Slate Grey colors for the Kiboko 30L+ camera bag. → Peak Design launched new camera straps in coyote color. → DxO released PhotoLab version 7.6 with a 20% off promo offer (see what’s new). → The 2024 TIPA World Photographer’s Choice Awards are out. → T ..read more

Dpreview published their interview with Ricoh on the upcoming Pentax film camera. Here is their conclusion: “Pentax is making a big bet on the rebirth of film by being the first major manufacturer to commit to making a new film camera in decades. It’s no small thing, as they’ve had to start completely from scratch, recapturing the expertise of retired film-era engineers, reviving or replacing decades-gone supply chains and setting up mass manufacturing to meet global demand for a product more mechanically complex than not only today’s digital cameras but even late-model film cameras with mo ..read more

After the release of the Windows version at the end of April 2023, today Ricoh released Image Transmitter 2 update version 2.6.2 for Mac OS: IMAGE Transmitter 2 (Version 2.6.2) Macintosh Updater Here is what’s new: [Main changes from Version 2.6.1] [Function enhancement/Additional item] Corresponded to K-3 Mark III. – K-3III monochrome-specific custom image setting / display. Supports for the special edition of the custom images “HARUBENI (spring rouge)”, “KATEN (summer sky)”, “KYUSHU (nine autumns)”, and “FUYUNO (winter field)”. – When an applicable lens is attached to the K-3 Mark III ..read more

Over 150,000 people have pre-ordered the new Ricoh GRIII HDF and GR IIIx HDF cameras in China (122,345 for the GR IIIx HDF and 28,830 for the GRIII HDF): It seems that Ricoh China will use a lottery system to decide who will be getting the new camera first. Ricoh GRIII/x HDF cameras pre-order links: Adorama Amazon B&H Photo Foto Koch WEX Photo Ricoh GRIII/x HDF cameras previous coverage: Differences between the Ricoh GR III HDF and GRIIIx HDF cameras Highlight Diffusion Filter sample photos from the new Ricoh GR III/x HDF cameras Ricoh GR III HDF & GR IIIx HDF cameras addit ..read more

The latest photo editing releases from Topaz, Skylum, ON1, and Excire: → Topaz Labs released Photo AI v3.0.0 released (what’s new). → Luminar Neo Spring update 1.19.0 will be released on April 25, 2024 – see pricing (what’s new). → The new ON1 Photo RAW 2024.3 is now officially released (what’s new). → The new ON1 NoNoise AI 2024 is now available. → Excire Foto 2024 is a new AI-powered program designed to help you find, organize, and manage your images (additional information). → New: Luminar for iPad complete guide. The post The latest photo editing ..read more

Ricoh released new function-expansion firmware updates for the Ricoh GRIII (ver.1.91) and the Ricoh GR IIIx (ver.1.41). The following functions were added to the Ricoh GRIII and Ricoh GR IIIx cameras: Custom White Balance: Up to 3 custom white balances can now be registered. Zone Select AF: The new firmware includes “Zone Select AF,” which allows the user to select any zone within the 3×3 focusing area* and automatically focus on the appropriate position within the area. The different Ricoh GRIII camera models are still hard to get after the latest parts shortage – check availability at ..read more

Ricoh released Image Sync version 2.1.23. Here is the list of new features: Available for the Ricoh GRIII HDF and Ricoh GRIIIx HDF mode Characters that can be used in wireless LAN passwords are now displayed Bug fixed The post Ricoh Image Sync version 2.1.23 released appeared first on Pentax & Ricoh Rumors. Related posts: Just announced: new Ricoh GR III HDF and Ricoh GR IIIx HDF cameras with Highlight Diffusion Filter (HDF) Ricoh GR III HDF & GR IIIx HDF cameras additional coverage (recap) Highlight Diffusion Filter sample photos from the new Ricoh GR III/x HDF cameras ..read more

Ricoh released new firmware updates version 2.42 for the Pentax K-1 and Pentax K-1 Mark II cameras: On 11.04.24 a new firmware for the camera models PENTAX K-1 and PENTAX K-1 Mark II was released. This update corrects the following:: In firmware versions 2.40 and 2.41, there was an issue where the operation becomes unstable after shooting when the white balance setting is set to “Multi-pattern Auto W.B”. All information about the updates can be found on the Pentax download site The post New firmware updates version 2.42 released for the Pentax K-1 and Pentax K-1 Mark II cameras appeared fi ..read more

Differences between the Ricoh GR III HDF and GRIIIx HDF cameras: RICOH GR III HDF RICOH GR IIIx HDF Lens construction 6 elements in 4 groups (2 aspherical lens elements) 7 elements in 5 groups (2 aspherical lens elements) Focal length, aperture 18.3mm (Approx. 28mm in 35mm equivalent focal length), F2.8-F16 26.1mm (Approx. 40mm in 35mm equivalent focal length), F2.8-F16 Focus range Normal: Approx. 0.1m~∞, Macro Mode: Approx. 0.06m~0.12m Normal: Approx. 0.2m~∞, Macro Mode: Approx. 0.12m~0.24m Dimensions Approximately 109.4(W)×61.9(H)×33.2(D)mm (excluding protrusions Approximatel ..read more

The following Pentax products are listed as discontinued in Japan: Pentax K-3 Mark III (BK) Pentax K-3 Mark III+20-40 (BK) Pentax J ltd 01 (Viridian) Pentax J ltd 01 (LX75 metallic) Pentax GRIP M O-GP1671 The silver Pentax K-3 Mark III camera is still a current product. In the US the black Pentax K-3 Mark III camera is in stock everywhere: Adorama, Amazon, and B&H Photo. Source: @yaotomicamera The post The black Pentax K-3 Mark III camera listed as discontinued in Japan appeared first on Pentax & Ricoh Rumors. Related posts: Early 2023 Black Friday Photo Deals: The Big List Ricoh ..read more