Category Archives: Pentax

Rumors of a Ricoh GR camera replacement

I already mentioned that in addition to the new full frame lenses and DSLR camera, Ricoh/Pentax will have more announcements for the CP+ show. One of the rumored possibility is a Ricoh GR replacement:

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This is the new Pentax full frame K-mount DSLR camera

This is the new Pentax full frame K-mount DSLR camera. As I already mentioned earlier today, a prototype will be on display at at he CP+ show next week. No specifications were released for now. Shipping should start by the end of 2015. The product name is still to be decided. The camera will be […]

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Ricoh announces two new Pentax full frame DSLR zoom lenses

Ricoh/Pentax just announced their two new full frame DSLR zoom lenses. B&H already has the new lenses listed on their website – check prices and availability here: HD Pentax D FA* 70-200mm f/2.8 ED DC AW lens HD Pentax D FA 150-450mm f/4.5-5.6 DC AW lens Full specifications and press release after the break:

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Rumors: Pentax will have their new full frame DSLR camera on display at the CP+

Pentax may will have their new full frame DSLR camera on display at the CP+ show that starts in Japan next week. I am not sure if any specifications will be officially revealed. Shipping should start after the summer. In addition to the new lenses, there will be also other new Pentax products announced. Update: the Pentax […]

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Ricoh to announce HD Pentax-D FA 70-200mm f/2.8 and 150-450mm f/4.5-5.6 lenses

The two prototype lenses that Ricoh displayed during the 2015 CES show will be announced on February 5th (pictured above): HD Pentax-D FA 70-200mm f/2.8 Pentax-D FA 150-450mm f/4.5-5.6 Both lenses are full frame, giving all Pentax fans hope that a full frame DSLR camera should be coming soon. Update – here are the HD Pentax-D FA 70-200mm […]

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More CP+ leaks and rumors: Canon EOS M3 and new Pentax 70-200mm f/2.8 lens

The CP+ show in Japan is next week and we are starting to see more leaks online. Here are the latest updates: Canon EOS M3 Canon has not given up on mirrorless and will announce a new EOS M3 camera (leaked picture above) this week along with few other new products. New Pentax 70-200mm f/2.8 […]

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2015 CP+ rumors roundup

Here is a quick recap on what is expected/rumored to be announced from the major camera and lens manufacturers during the CP+ show that will take place next month (February 12-15, 2015) in Japan:

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More info on the new Pentax DSLR camera and collapsible lens

Here is some additional information on the new Pentax DSLR camera (here is a picture of the top of the camera) Ricoh announced at the CES show: Built-in Wi-Fi Dual control wheels Fully articulating LCD Weather sealing Video mode on the on/off switch Decorative LED rings (toned down compared to the K-S1) Multiple color options More […]

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