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Here is the latest compact digital camera market share data from Japan according to BCNretail: Please note: BCN Ranking collects real sales data from approximately 40% of the Japanese retailers – this is not a worldwide market share report. Previous BCNR reports can be found here. Via PhotoRumors
Focus Studio announces a new SHOTEN R50 Leica M rangefinder camera adapter for 50mm M42 and Pentax K lenses. Two different versions are available: M42-LM R50 for M42 mount and PK-LM R50 for Pentax K-mount (not compatible with DA lenses). The new adapter is already listed on Amazon Japan for ¥ 22,730 (around $160). International […]
Ricoh released new firmware updates for the WG-6, G900, and G900SE cameras:
Ricoh released its FY2022 financial report (April 2022 to March 2023) – here is a recap:
At a recent special exhibition event in Japan called “It’s time for film!” Ricoh also had several different old Pentax film cameras and prototypes on display, including a small teaser of their upcoming film camera (prototype I assume – there was no explanation or any text in the display window):
