Ricoh released firmware update version 1.14 for the Pentax K-70 camera

By admin | Published: April 13, 2023


A new firmware update version 1.14 for the Pentax K-70 camera has just been released. Here is what’s new:

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Ricoh announces new Pentax K-3 Mark III Monochrome DSLR camera

By admin | Published: April 12, 2023

Ricoh Imaging just officially announced the PENTAX K-3 Mark III Monochrome camera, exclusively designed to capture black-and-white images. This is the only monochrome-specific digital SLR camera currently on the market (Leica has compact and rangefinder Monochrom cameras). The price is $2,199.95. Shipping will start in late April. Pre-orders will open soon at Adorama, Amazon, and B&H.

A few sample photos can be found on Flickr:

Pentax K-3 Mark III Monochrome DSLR camera sample photos

Additional information:

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Pentax K-3 III Monochrome camera leaked pictures

By admin | Published: April 12, 2023



As I already reported, Rioch is expected to announce the Pentax K-3 III Monochrome camera tomorrow. Shipping will start on April 28th. Here are the first leaked pictures:

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The Ricoh GR IIIx Urban Edition camera is currently €300 off in Germany (limited-time offer)

By admin | Published: April 9, 2023


The Ricoh GR IIIx Urban Edition camera is currently €300 off in Germany – this is a limited-time offer that will expire on Easter Monday:

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Topaz Labs Photo AI v1.2.10 & Skylum Luminar Neo v1.8.0 released

By admin | Published: April 8, 2023


Topaz Labs released Photo AI version 1.2.10 (now $40 off until April 21):

  • Improved color rendering for many raw files
  • New Preferences menu
  • New Open Recent option in File menu
  • New ▲ / ▼ button on bottom-left that toggles thumbnail list view
  • New bit depth options for PNG
  • New shortcut for Close All Images (Ctrl/Cmd+Shift+W)
  • Improved autopilot logic for subjects and multiple filters
  • Improved authentication handling for various error states
  • Improved monitor colorspace conversions
  • Improved metadata handling in Lightroom Plug-In Extras workflow
  • Improved Spacebar interaction with Original button
  • Updated lens correction database
  • Fixed minor memory leak when saving images
  • Fixed downscaling being disabled due to Autopilot suggestions
  • Fixed issue where folders with dots in them would not save on Windows
  • Fixed Wacom tablet not releasing preview after panning


Skylum released Luminar Neo version 1.8.0:

“With Luminar Neo 1.8.0, the Histogram is now available in the Edits tab, and you can sort photos using the raw filter in the Catalog. Additionally, preview on hover is now available for LUTs in the Mood tool, the Blend Mode in Layers, and Camera Profile in the Develop RAW tool. You can also regulate the intensity of a Preset’s adjustments with a slider, and you can use another slider to view your photo’s before and after states. On top of that, you’ll find performance improvements and support for new cameras including the Canon EOS R8, Canon EOS R50, and Panasonic DC-S5-ll. Last but not least, Luminar Neo 1.8.0 is faster and more stable, as we’ve fixed a number of bugs.”

Via NikonRumors

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Pentax live streaming event scheduled for April 13th

By admin | Published: April 7, 2023


Ricoh Imaging has scheduled a Pentax live-streaming event for April 13th. The translation of the text under the video is “It seems that Pentax has something to offer” (most likely the Pentax K-3 Mark III MONOCHROME camera):

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Ricoh GR III “Diary” special limited edition camera kit announced in the US

By admin | Published: April 5, 2023


The Ricoh GR III “Diary” special limited edition camera is now announced also in the US. The kit was already announced in Asia back in January. In the US the new “Diary” edition will be available in late April – check Adorama, Amazon, and B&H.

Additional information and pictures:

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