Ricoh GR IV camera first look


Here is the first Ricoh GR IV camera first look video (check B&H for pricing):

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Ricoh Q1 financial results: cameras “performed well”


Ricoh released its Q1 financial results. As usual, not much informtion was provided for the camera segment that is reported under “Other” businesses, except that it “performed well”:

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Ricoh GR IV camera hands-on pictures


Here are a few new Ricoh GR IV camera (check B&H for pricing) hands-on pictures from a recent presentation in China (see this post for more details):

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Ricoh GR IV camera presentation in China: new details and pictures revealed

Ricoh had a presentation in China on the new GR IV camera (check B&H for pricing) – here are the details (Google translated):

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Getting closer to the Ricoh GR IV camera official release



Ricoh China recently hosted an internal event showcasing the new GR IV camera to the press and select influencers. No new details were revealed, but this is an indication that we are getting closer to the official release of the GR IV. Here is all we know about the upcoming camera:

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What else is new/Pentax digest



Think Tank Photo announced a new line of DarkLight backpacksnow available at B&H Photo (additional information).


2026 CP+ Camera and Photo Imaging Show dates announced.


→ BCN published the best-selling brands in each photo category for the first half of 2025.


→ New Ricoh Theta Z1 firmware update version 3.50.2 released.


→ The Pro Tripod by Peak Design has already raised $3,639,779 on Kickstarter, backed by 4,407 backers, with 19 more days to go. With that crowdfunding campaign, Peak Design launched three new lines of PRO tripods, including lite and tall versions. Additional information is available here (check also the Peak Design website).

→ The new WANDRD PRVKE V4 backpack that raised over $70ok on Kickstarter is now available for sale at B&H Photo.


Expect more price increases on photo gear: the new US tariff on imports from Japan is now 15%:



→ The latest Summer cashback/savings offers in Europe.

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Ending soon: Skylum Luminar and DxO Nik Collection deals


From July 24 to August 3, 2025, Skylum is offering an exclusive 20% off coupon code for Luminar on top of the current Summer Sale prices: “J20-RUMORS“. Here are the details on the summer sale:

  • Luminar Neo Lifetime (desktop only) $119: includes Luminar Neo + free 100 creative add-ons + free Neo video course worth $79
  • Cross-device Lifetime (desktop and mobile) $159: includes Luminar Neo desktop + Luminar mobile + free 100 creative add-ons + free Neo video course worth $79
  • Cross-device Lifetime (desktop and mobile) + X membership (presets, luts and courses for 1 year) $169: includes Luminar Neo desktop + Luminar mobile + free 100 creative add-ons + free Neo video course worth $79 + X membership


DxO has released Nik Collection 8.1 with a special offer until July 27: purchase or upgrade to Nik Collection 8.1, and you’ll receive DxO PhotoLab 8 or DxO ViewPoint 5 for free. Here’s what’s new in 8.1:

  • Original Image Comparison in Silver Efex: Toggle instantly between your edited black-and-white version and the original color photo. Perfect for fine-tuning your vision with total confidence.
  • Performance & Stability Enhancements: Enjoy a faster, more reliable experience across all plugins, with smoother editing from start to finish.

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