What else is new/Pentax digest

By admin | Published: July 27, 2025



→ Think Tank Photo announced a new line of DarkLight backpacks – now 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

By admin | Published: July 26, 2025


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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GR WORLD app FAQ

By admin | Published: July 23, 2025


Ricoh published FAQ for the new GR WORLD app. Below is a recap of the key points:

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PPP Cameras offers repair, repainting, customization, and accessories for Pentax and Ricoh cameras

By admin | Published: July 19, 2025

PPP Cameras in the UK offers repair, repainting, customization, and accessories for Pentax and Ricoh cameras (additional information):

Pentax 17 camera grip:


Pentax 17 Focus Guide:


Ricoh GR1 + GR1s leatherette:


Custom leatherette for Pentax cameras:


Here are the Pentax cameras currently available for sale in their online shop (check also the Pentax lenses here) – Pentax Spotmatic F + 50mm f/1.4 for £160.00:


Pentax MZ-M + 35-80mm + 80-200mm (boxed) for £70.00:

PPP Camera: store + film lab + repair + repaint + camera customizations services

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New Ricoh digital camera R09010 registered in Asia

By admin | Published: July 18, 2025


Ricoh registered a new digital camera model R09010 in Asia:


Here is the full list of recently registered Ricoh cameras:

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Ricoh released new firmware updates for the GR III and GR IIIx cameras

By admin | Published: July 14, 2025


Ricoh released new firmware updates for the GR III and GR IIIx cameras:

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Ricoh announced a new “GR WORLD” app

By admin | Published: July 14, 2025


Ricoh announced a new GR WORLD app for the Ricoh GR digital cameras:

“GR WORLD” is an app dedicated to RICOH GR series cameras. It allows you to perform shooting remotely, play back images, copy images to smart device, and upload images to social media from your smart device.

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