Ricoh WG-4, WG-20, Pentax 1.4X converter announced, new 645D coming next week
Ricoh just announced the previously rumored compact cameras and teleconverter:
- Ricoh WG-20: press release
- Ricoh WG-4 & WG-4 GPS: press release | pre-order
- HD Pentax DA AF 1.4X AW rear converter: press release | pre-order
In addition, there will be a new Pentax 645D 2014 medium format camera announced next week during the CP+ show:
Medium-format digital SLR camera
Model name (tentative): PENTAX 645D 2014
- Latest, super-high-resolution CMOS image sensor
- High-speed response in a variety of photographic applications
- Tilt-type LCD monitor
- Market launch scheduled for Spring 2014
Interchangeable lens for 645 mount digital camera
Model name (tentative): to be announced at later time
- Ultra-wide-angle zoom lens for use with the 645D
- Newly designed optics optimized for digital imaging characteristics
- Market launch: to be determined
Interchangeable lens for Q mount digital camera
Model name (tentative): TELEPHOTO MACRO
- Unofficial telephoto macro lens (high-performance-series model) for use with Q mount interchangeable-lens digital cameras
- Market launch: to be determined
Film duplication accessory
Model name (tentative):PENTAX Film Duplicator
- Produces digital duplicates of silver-halide-film images in combination with a digital SLR camera and a dedicated flash unit.
- Compatible with 35mm- and medium-format films
- Market launch: to be determined