Category: Ricoh

Ricoh WG-70 Ultra-Rugged Compact Camera

Ricoh has announced the Ricog WG-70 ultra rugged compact camera.  It is a 16 Megapixel 1/2.3” backside-illuminated CMOS sensor with a maximum sensitivity of ISO 6400. In addition to stills, the camera captures 1080p (Full HD) video.

The new Ricoh WG-70 is waterproof to a depth of 46 feet, shockproof from heights up to five feet, crushproof against weighs up to 100 kilograms of force and freeze-proof at temperatures down to -10C.

The US price for Ricoh WG-70 is $276.95, now available for pre-order at B&H Photo Video/Adorama. Continue reading “Ricoh WG-70 Ultra-Rugged Compact Camera”

Pentax K-mount APS-c DSLR camera Development Announcement

Ricoh has announced that are making a new flagship Pentax K-Mount APS-C DSLR camera. This camera will be reference exhibit at “PENTAX Meeting 100th Anniversary Special” in September.

The official announcement of the flagship Pentax K-mount APS-c DSLR camera is expected in 2020. No additional information was provided. Here is the full press release: Continue reading “Pentax K-mount APS-c DSLR camera Development Announcement”

Pentax K-3 III Rumored to Feature 26MP Sensor

The next Pentax K-3 III DSLR camera is rumored to use Sony’s 26MP APS-C Sensor. This is the one that Fuji uses the customized version on Sony 26MP X-Trans Sensor on their Fuji X-T3 and Fuji X-T30 cameras.

The second version Pentax K-3 Mark II is already discontinued and latest rumors indicates that the company will unveil the Pentax K-3 III DSLR camera in 2020. Continue reading “Pentax K-3 III Rumored to Feature 26MP Sensor”

What’s New in Adobe Lightroom Classic 8.3 (May 2019)

Adobe released Lightroom Classic version 8.3 (May 2019) updates with new Texture Control, Defringe, Batch editing and Flat-Field Correction. What’s new in Adobe Lightroom Classic 8.3 (May 2019) version with  new cameras as well as the new lenses.

The May releases to the Adobe Photography lineup include a number of significant updates that help you become a better photographer, easily collaborate, and take your editing to the next level. Download the latest Lightroom updates today in the iOS App Store, the Google Play Store, and using the Creative Cloud desktop app.

Check out the list below for the list of supported cameras and lenses. Continue reading “What’s New in Adobe Lightroom Classic 8.3 (May 2019)”

First Ricoh GR III Camera Reviews with Sample Images

First Ricoh GR III camera reviews now available on several sites. Ricoh GR III is a new compact camera with a 24 megapixel APS-C  image sensor and 28mm fixed focal length lens.

A gallery of sample JPEG and RAW images with the Ricoh GR III can be found at PhotographyBlog website.

The Ricoh GR III currently selling for $899.  Check availability at (Amazon / B&H Photo Video / Adorama) . Also check out the comparison between the Ricoh GR III vs Ricoh GR II cameras.  Continue reading “First Ricoh GR III Camera Reviews with Sample Images”

Pentax K-3 III Camera to be Announced in 2020

Pentax K-3 III camera ir rumored to be announced in 2020. In an interview in 2018, Ricoh already confirmed that a Pentax K-3 replacement is coming.

The second verison Pentax K-3 Mark II is already discontinued and latest rumors indicates that the company will unveil the Pentax K-3 III DSLR camera in 2020. Continue reading “Pentax K-3 III Camera to be Announced in 2020”

Ricoh Theta Z1 – 360-degree Camera

The new Ricoh Theta Z1 is a 360-degree camera with a 23-megapixel, 1.0-inch back-illuminated CMOS image sensor, 4K video at 30fps, and support for Adobe DNG format RAW files.

The US price for Ricoh THETA Z1 is $999, you can check pre-order links at B&H Photo Video. Continue reading “Ricoh Theta Z1 – 360-degree Camera”

Ricoh GR III, WG-6, G900 Cameras Officially Announced

Ricoh GR III high-end compact, Ricoh WG-6 and Ricoh G900 digitla cameras now officially announced.

The Ricoh GR III is a premium APS-C format compact camera aimed at enthusiast photographers. The camera has a 24 megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor on board as well as a new wide-angle 18.3mm f/2.8 GR lens, equivalent to 28mm in full frame terms.

The Ricoh GR III will start shipping in March for $899. A new 0.75x wide-angle adapter (GW-4) will also be available for $249. Check pre-orders at (B&H Photo Video/Adorama) . Continue reading “Ricoh GR III, WG-6, G900 Cameras Officially Announced”