Monthly Archives: February 2024

The new Pentax/Ricoh compact film camera will be announced this summer and will be designed for vertical-position shooting, using a half-size format

Pentax/Ricoh just announced that the upcoming compact film camera will be officially released this summer (2024) and will be designed for vertical-position shooting, using a half-size format: Product name: to be announced Launch schedule: projected for the summer of 2024 Price: to be announced 35mm-format compact film camera Designed for vertical-position shooting, using a half-size […]

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Ricoh started a new Pentax Film Photography Instagram account and a Facebook page

Since Ricoh started the Pentax Film Photography Camera Project, the company started selling film on its website and how they also have a new Pentax Film Photography Instagram account and a Facebook page:

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Ricoh/Pentax wants your feedback (camera global user survey)

Ricoh Imaging is conducting a global user survey to learn more about our customers and gather valuable information for the development of future products. Tell us about what camera(s) you are using, what you love to take pictures of and the camera features/functions that are important to you. Click here to take the survey: https://questant.jp/q/86PT0EYA

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What’s new on Kickstarter?

NEW: SWIFT-LOCK camera carry – magnetic quick release, compatible with all major standards. Fjord 50-C camera backpack – a 40L adventure photography backpack that expands to 50L. Radiant Mega Sling – new sling bag designed for modern explorers, perfect for urban & outdoor enthusiasts. CAZE is an all-in-one memory card reader solution that ensures your shots and […]

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Pentax/Ricoh is the only real savior of the film camera

When my daughter went to college, the first thing she asked for was a film camera. After I searched B&H Photo and Amazon, I realized that you can either get a $6,000 Leica M film rangefinder camera or a crappy compact film camera that will probably break shortly after the purchase. Breaking news: Pentax is […]

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The latest updates from Topaz, Luminar, and Excire

→ Topaz Labs released Photo AI version 2.3.0 and discussed their 2024 roadmap. → For the 2nd anniversary there is a new 20% off coupon code for Luminar Neo: AFF-FC7q (expires on February 26). The 20% off code could be used on top of any other existing offers. → Luminar Neo version 1.18.2 released. → New: Luminar […]

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Prime members can get $20 Amazon credit for backing up photos (unlimited storage)

Amazon Prime members can now get $20 Amazon credit for backing up their photos via the Amazon Photos app (unlimited storage). The fine print for this offer can be found here:

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