Ricoh Pentax is about to drastically change the way it sells cameras in Japan

A limited edition version of the Pentax K-r from 2011. Ricoh wants to offer its Japanese customers more customizable options. Ricoh/Pentax Big changes are coming for Ricoh Imaging in its Japanese home market as it continues to attempt a pivot from mainstream camera maker to a higher-end, niche brand more akin to Germany’s Leica. The… Continue reading Ricoh Pentax is about to drastically change the way it sells cameras in Japan

Camera sales are down, but the industry has survived similar slumps

The Pentax K3 Mark III is the sole DSLR to come to market in 2021. Ricoh/Pentax The camera industry is going through a serious shakeup right now. Despite claims otherwise, DSLRs are on the way out. The move to mirrorless cameras has had winners—Sony, Canon—and losers—Nikon. Historic camera divisions are being sold off to private… Continue reading Camera sales are down, but the industry has survived similar slumps