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Pentax digest #43

By admin | Published: February 27, 2022

→ Pentax offers ending soon in the UK. → Topaz Labs released Sharpen AI version 4.0.2 with native Apple M1 support, a new sharpening model, and performance improvements (more info). → Ricoh GRm custom monochrom camera.

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The class-action lawsuit for Pentax cameras aperture defects was dismissed

By admin | Published: February 17, 2022

The class-action lawsuit for Pentax cameras aperture defects was dismissed (it involved the K-30, K-50, and K-70 cameras). Here is a quote from Bloomberglaw (behind a paywall): Ricoh Sheds Consumer Suit Alleging it Hid Pentax Camera Defect Cameras allegedly stopped working after about a year Consumer claims untimely; no reliance on warranty shown New York […]

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Pentax digest #42

By admin | Published: February 17, 2022

→ Dariusz Breś (see his previous posts) upscaled one of his photos from 4,000px to 16,000px with the Topaz Labs Gigapixel AI software. The results are impressive – you can download the 16,000px photo from Flickr. The latest Topaz Labs Gigapixel AI version 5.8 was recently released with several improvements and it is currently 20 off (you can use coupon code RUMORS15 to get […]

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Here is a Ricoh Theta camera knockoff for $399

By admin | Published: February 16, 2022

This new Trisio Lite 2 VR 360° camera costs $399: Amazon US Amazon CA Pergear (international shipping) Additional information:

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The new Ricoh THETA X 360° camera is now available for pre-order

By admin | Published: February 15, 2022

The new Ricoh THETA X 360° camera that was announced a month ago is now finally available for pre-order in the US: Adorama B&H Photo Calumet (DE) Ricoh Theta X camera announced

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Ricoh has scheduled a Pentax SLR meeting on March 13th

By admin | Published: February 13, 2022

Ricoh has scheduled a Pentax SLR meeting on March 13th – here are the details:

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The latest version of Topaz Labs Gigapixel AI is now on sale (used to upscale photos up to 600%)

By admin | Published: February 9, 2022

Topaz Labs released a new Gigapixel AI version 5.8 with several improvements, including better face refinement and increased speed when upscaling and enhancing images. The Gigapixel AI software lets you upscale photos (enhance details and resolution) up to 600%: The new Topaz Labs Gigapixel AI is now $20 off until February 18 (you can use coupon code RUMORS15 to get an additional 15% off): […]

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