Rumors for a new HD Pentax-D FA 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 ED PLM WR SR lens have been going on for a while – see also the latest Pentax lens roadmap that indicates a similar zoom lens: A corresponding 70-300mm lens was already filed by Ricoh back in 2020. Another 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 lens patent was just listed […]
In addition to the new Pentax KF DSLR camera, yesterday Ricoh also announced two new high-performance Pentax eyepieces for astronomical telescopes (see all Pentax eyepieces). The new smc PENTAX XW16.5 and smc PENTAX XW23 have a field of view of 85° – the widest viewing angle in the XW series, suitable for observing nebulae and […]
The previously rumored/leaked Pentax KF DSLR camera is now officially announced. The new model is a replacement for the current Pentax K-70. Pre-orders are coming soon at Adorama, B&H Photo, and Amazon. Here are the details: Update – pre-order links: Adorama | Amazon | B&H | Koch | Erhardt | WEX A 12.5% increase in […]
More pictures and technical specifications leaked online of the upcoming Pentax KF DSLR camera:
Ricoh will announce a new Pentax KF DSLR camera. The Pentax KF will be available in three different colors (some limited editions): Black Crystal White (limited to 700 units) Crystal Blue (limited to 700 units) The Pentax KF kit will come with the 18-55WR lens. The Japanese pricing will be:
The Germany-based SPINN.DESIGN already had several successful crowdfunding campaigns. Their latest project SPINN CW.01 protective wrap for camera gear raised over $200k on Kickstarter and is now available for purchase directly from the SPINN Desing online store. All previous SPINN products are also available: You can get 10% off your SPINN order with code SPD10-RUMORS. Via PhotoRumors
Here are the latest updates on Kickstarter photography projects: Ending today: the Maven color-coded magnetic filters raised almost 430k on Kickstarter. New: POD MINI adaptable macro lighting system (over $33k raised). Raised almost $650k: The HEIPI tripod – the lightest and most compact 3-in-1 travel tripod.
