Ricoh FY2025 financial results (for the year ending May 12, 2026)




Ricoh released its FY2025 financial results (fiscal year ended March 31, 2026). Here is the recap for the camera and imaging business listed under “other”:

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The 2026 5DayDeal “Photography Path To Mastery” is now live


The new 2026 5DayDeal “Photography Path To Mastery” is now available. As in previous years, you will get a package of photography tools at a drastically reduced price ($1,500+ in value for $78) and lifetime access to all class recordings. Several different bundles are available, and a portion of the proceeds will be donated to charities.

  • Lifetime access to all class recordings
  • Exclusive extras and bonuses
  • $1,500+ in retail value for just $78
  • Part of every purchase goes to charity


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What else is new?

OWC announced a memory card price increase, while B&H is running a sale on Lexar memory cards

LaCie just increased prices in the US by around 9-12%

ProGrade memory cards price increase coming on May 1st, others will follow

The “I’m Back Roll” digital back sensor for film cameras raised over $800k on Kickstarter

Topaz Labs added 6 new models across their photo and video apps (coupon code included)

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The latest photography-related Kickstarter projects


Here are the latest photography-related Kickstarter crowdfunding projects:


New: Viperpod full-size tripod that doesn’t rely on the ground: $45,076 raised of $10,000 goal with 133 backers and 32 days to go.


NEWProWrapp Impact+ gear wrapper with max shock resistance: $34,926 raised of $6,416 goal by 329 backers with 14 days to go.


New: Reeflex 300–600mm telephoto lens for smartphones: $448,731 raised of $11,665 goal by 1,332 backers with 26 days to go.


“I’m Back Roll” digital back sensor for film cameras: $894,481 raised of $6,416 goal with 329 backers and 14 days to go. Additional information on this project can be found here and here.


Rewindpix non-disposable digital “Film” camera: $890,941 raised of $15,000 goal from 6,377 backers with 10 days to go.


CamCast turns your camera into a smart, connected system (late pledge available)


Yashica pocket camcorder (late pledge available)

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New releases from DxO Nik Collection, Topaz Labs, Skylum Luminar Neo, Blackmagic DaVinci Resolve, and Adobe LR + PS


→ DxO released Nik Collection 9 with new AI-enhanced tools, a completely reimagined approach to color grading, and a new generation of creative effects (additional information). New customers can get 15% off DxO products with code RUMORS.


→ DxO Labs released 833 new DxO camera and lens modules (additional information).


→ The latest updates from Topaz Labs can be found here. Topaz currently has 30% off sale through May 14th on their most popular products, including Topaz StudioTopaz Photo, and Topaz Video (additional informtion).


Skylum released Luminar Neo version 1.27 (additional information). You can use the coupon code RUMORS for 10% off.


→ Information on Adobe’s April release:


The new Blackmagic DaVinci Resolve 21 adds photo editing, tethering, AI tools, and more.

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New Topaz Labs started a new 30% off Spring sale (Topaz Studio, Topaz Photo, Topaz Video)



Topaz Labs started a new 30% off sale through May 14th on their most popular products, including Topaz Studio, Topaz Photo, and Topaz Video:

New customers: Annual plans only, 30% off the first year

Topaz Studio $399 $279/yr
Topaz Studio Pro $799 $559/yr

Returning customers: Annual plans only

Topaz Studio (Includes all 7 apps, 100+ AI models, and 300 monthly credits) $163/yr
Photo Plus Bundle (Includes Topaz Gigapixel, Topaz Photo, Pro models, and 100 monthly credits) $129/yr
Video Plus Bundle (Includes Pro models and 200 monthly credits) $99/yr

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October 2026 will mark the 30th anniversary of the Ricoh GR camera line


October 2026 will mark the 30th anniversary of the Ricoh GR camera line:

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