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2010.07.28: PENTAX K-7 FIRMWARE UPDATE VERSION (1.10)
2010.07.22: PENTAX Digital Camera Utility 4 Update
2010.07.15: PENTAX Optio I-10 Classic Silver. A retro-taste, black-and-silver version of the eye-catching, SLR-shaped digital compact camera
2010.06.17: PENTAX Optio W90 Shiny OrangeA brilliant-orange version of the popular waterproof compact digital camera, designed for fun-packed outdoor shooting
2010.05.27: PENTAX Optio I-10 FIRMWARE UP DATE VERSION (1.01)
2010.05.27: PENTAX Optio W90 FIRMWARE UP DATE VERSION (1.01)
2010.05.27: PENTAX Optio H90 FIRMWARE UP DATE VERSION (1.01)
2010.05.27: PENTAX X90 FIRMWARE UP DATE VERSION (1.01)
2010.04.28: PENTAX K-x Digital SLR Camera Named "Best DSLR Entry Level in Europe 2010" at TIPA European Photo & Imaging Awards
2010.04.22: PENTAX K-m FIRMWARE UP DATE VERSION (1.11)
2010.04.22: PENTAX K2000 FIRMWARE UP DATE VERSION (1.11)
2010.04.22: PENTAX K20D FIRMWARE UP DATE VERSION (1.04)
2010.04.22: PENTAX K200D FIRMWARE UP DATE VERSION (1.01)
2010.04.22: PENTAX K10D FIRMWARE UP DATE VERSION (1.31)
2010.03.10: PENTAX 645D. PENTAX's First Medium-Format Digital SLR Camera: Designed to be the Top of Medium-Format Digital SLR Camera s, Thanks to Super-High-Resolution Images
2010.03.10: smc PENTAX-D FA 645 55mmF2.8 AL[IF] SDM AW. A Unifocal Standard Lens for use with Medium-Format Digital SLR Cameras; The First Model of the smc PENTAX-D FA 645 Series
2010.02.25: PENTAX Optio W90 A waterproof digital compact camera designed for worry-free underwater photo-shooting, with a new Digital Microscope mode to make active outdoor photography even more exciting
2010.02.25: PENTAX X90 An all-in-one digital camera with upgraded basic specifications to assure solid performance in a variety of situations
2010.02.22: PENTAX K-7 Limited Silver. A silver-colored, limited-edition model of the high-performanc e digital SLR camera
2010.02.18: PENTAX K-7 FIRMWARE UPDATE VERSION (1.03)
2010.01.26: PENTAX Optio I-10 An eye-catching SLR-shaped digital compact camera, packaging a host of advanced features in a compact, lightweight body
2010.01.26: PENTAX Optio H90 A compact, lightweight, popular-class digital compact camera, packed with an array of user-friendly features and convenient functions
2010.01.26: PENTAX Optio E90 An entry-class digital compact camera, featuring an upgraded Smile Capture function and simple, user-friendly operation
2009.12.10: The smc PENTAX-D FA MACRO 100mmF2.8 WR A weather-resistant macro lens with high-quality exterior finish, designed for use with PENTAX SLR cameras
2009.12.03: PENTAX K-x FIRMWARE UPDATE VERSION (1.01)
2009.11.19: PENTAX RAW codec for Windows
2009.11.19: PENTAX Digital Camera Utility 4 update
2009.10.22: PENTAX K-7 FIRMWARE UPDATE VERSION (1.02)
2009.09.17: PENTAX K-x A High-Performance Entry-Class Digital SLR Camera, Packaging Movie Recording, High-Speed Continuous Shooting and User-Friendly Operation in Compact, Lightweight Body
2009.08.21: PENTAX 9x28 DCF LV - High class binoculars with a lightweight design and outstanding maneuverability
2009.08.06: PENTAX Optio E80 An entry-class digital compact camera featuring a large, easy-to-view 2.7 inch LCD monitor and simple, user-friendly operation
2009.08.06: PENTAX Optio WS80 A go-anywhere, waterproof digital compact camera coupling a compact, lightweight body with underwater-shooting capabilities
2009.08.06: PENTAX Optio P80 A stylish, ultra-slim digital compact camera featuring a host of functions for the effortless capture of beautiful portraits
2009.07.29: PENTAX K-7 FIRMWARE UPDATE VERSION (1.01)
2009.06.25: PENTAX Optio W80 A waterproof digital compact camera designed for worry-free underwater photography, with outstanding shockproof performance for enhanced reliability under demanding conditions
2009.05.21: The smc PENTAX-DA18-55mmF3.5-5.6AL WR and the smc PENTAX-DA50-200mmF4-5.6ED WR Compact, lightweight, weather-resistant zoom lenses designed for exclusive use with digital SLR cameras
2009.05.21: PENTAX K-7 A Mid-Class Digital SLR Camera, Aimed at Realizing the Essence of SLR Photography and Equipped with Sophisticated Features for Top-Quality Digital Photography
2009.03.24: PENTAX to Exhibit Reference Products at Photo Imaging Expo 2009 in Japan
2009.03.03: PENTAX X70 An all-purpose digital compact camera featuring a high-magnification optical 24X zoom lens
2009.03.03: The smc PENTAX-DA15mmF4ED AL Limited An Interchangeable Ultra-Wide-Angle Lens for PENTAX Digital SLR Cameras
2009.01.15: PENTAX Optio E70 An entry-class digital compact camera offering simplified operation with large control buttons
2009.01.15: PENTAX Optio P70 A high-performance digital compact camera featuring a host of advanced features in a stylish, ultra-slim body
2008.12.24: PENTAX K-m white Lens Kit. A Unique, Limited-Edition White-Color Package Combining an Easy-to-Operate, Entry-Class Digital SLR Camera and Zoom Lens
2008.09.22: Updated Lens Developement Roadmap
2008.09.22: PENTAX AF160FC - An auto macro flash designed for use with PENTAX digital SLR cameras
2008.09.22: Two new smc PENTAX-DA (DA Star) lenses - High-performance, top-quality telephoto zoom and medium-telephoto models designed exclusively for PENTAX digital SLR cameras
2008.09.22: PENTAX K-m An Easy-to-Operate, Entry-Class Digital SLR Camera Featuring Shake Reduction, Scene-Specific Shooting Modes and an Array of User-Friendly Functions in a Compact, Lightweight Body
2008.07.29: PENTAX Optio E60 - A compact digital camera with approximately 10.1 effective megapixels that can be used easily, realizing high definition in the entry class
2008.07.29: PENTAX Optio M60 - A standard-class digital compact camera that supports diverse photography, with further enhanced and convenient functions to leave photography up to the camera, such as scene mode recognition from among 8 shooting scenes, the most in this series
2008.06.04: PENTAX Optio W60 -A compact digital camera with enhanced waterproofing capable of operating underwater continuously for two hours at depths of four meters
2008.06.04: smc PENTAX-DA 17-70mmF4AL[IF] SDM - A standard zoom lens offering approximately 4.1X zoom ratio, designed exclusively for PENTAX digital SLR cameras
2008.05.17: PENTAX Optio V20 - A slim, compact digital camera equipped with a large 3.0-inch LCD monitor, newly equipped with a 5X optical zoom lens that allows for easy enjoyment of high-magnification photography
2008.03.12: Announcement of packaged CD-ROM for K20D and K200D
2008.01.30: Updated Lens Developement Roadmap
2008.01.30: PENTAX to Showcase Model Products at PMA 2008 and Photo Imaging Expo 2008
2008.01.24: PENTAX Optio E50 — An entry class, user-friendly compact digital camera, featuring various improvements in performance, convenient for photography
2008.01.24: PENTAX Optio M50 — A compact digital camera with an easily usable compact / lightweight body, enabling for photography to be enjoyed readily
2008.01.24: PENTAX adds five digital-SLR-exclusive interchangeable lenses to solidify its digital SLR camera system
2008.01.24: PENTAX K200D — A Popular-Class Digital SLR Camera Harmonizing High Image Quality and User-Friendly Features with Excellent Operability and Outstanding Cost Performance
2008.01.24: PENTAX K20D — A High-Performance Lens-Interchangeable Digital SLR Camera for Truly Demanding Photo Enthusiasts
2007.10.02: smc PENTAX-DA 18-250mmF3.5-6.3ED AL [IF] — A high-performance zoom lens offering a versatile approximately 14X zoom ratio, designed exclusively for PENTAX digital SLR cameras
2007.10.02: PENTAX Optio V10 — A standard-class, compact digital camera equipped with a large 3.0 inch LCD monitor
2007.10.02: PENTAX Optio A40 — A top class, compact digital camera with 12.0 effective megapixels
2007.09.28: Counterfeit Lithium-ion Battery Packs for PENTAX Digital
2007.09.21: PENTAX Spotting Scope PF-65ED II / PF-65EDA II — Spotting scopes that combine exceptional image performance during observation with image quality during photography use at a high level
2007.09.13: PENTAX Optio Z10 — A compact digital camera equipped with 7X optical zoom in a small and lightweight body, enabling enjoyment of high-magnification photography
2007.08.23: PENTAX Optio S10 — A stylish, small, lightweight compact digital camera that pursues higher image quality and realizes 10.0 effective megapixels
2007.08.15: The PENTAX K10D Digital SLR Camera Wins “EISA European Camera of the Year 2007-2008”
2007.07.12: PENTAX Optio E40 — A straightforward entry-level compact digital camera newly featuring “Face Recognition AF&AE” and “Shake Reduction” functions for easier enjoyment of high-resolution photography
2007.07.12: PENTAX Optio M40 — An ultra-slim, standard-class, compact digital camera with a well balanced basic function and 8.0 effective megapixcels
2007.06.28: PENTAX Releases Compact, Simple-Operation AF200FG Auto Flash
2007.06.28: PENTAX Introduces the K100D Super : A New Standard-Class Digital SLR Camera Featuring an Original Dust Removal System for Spotless, Effortless Photography
2007.06.14: PENTAX Markets Limited-Edition Package Commemorating the K10D Winning of the Camera Grand Prix 2007 Award in Japan
2007.05.17: The PENTAX K10D Digital SLR Camera Wins “Camera Grand Prix 2007” in Japan
2007.05.08: The PENTAX K10D Digital SLR Camera Named “Best D-SLR Expert in Europe 2007” at TIPA European Photo & Imaging Awards
2007.02.23: PENTAX UCF R Series of compact, portable, comfortable binoculars
2007.02.22: PENTAX Optio A30 — A compact digital camera in PENTAX\'s top class, with 10.0 effective megapixels and enhanced anti-shake functions, making high-quality images possible
2007.02.22: PENTAX Optio W30 — A compact digital camera with an enhanced waterproof function, making it possible to photograph underwater at depths of 3 meters continuously for 2 hours
2007.02.22: Two new smc PENTAX-DA* ( DA Star ) Zoom Lenses — The first models of a new high-performance lens series designed exclusively for PENTAX digital SLR cameras
2007.02.22: PENTAX to Exhibit Upcoming Digital SLR Camera Products at PMA 2007 in the US and Photo Imaging Expo 2007 in Japan
2007.02.22: PENTAX SQUARE Set to Start Business Operations in April as a New Multi-Function Visual Communications Space
2007.01.23: PENTAX Optio E30 — An entry-level compact digital camera that still delivers high-resolution pictures
2007.01.23: PENTAX Optio T30 — A compact digital camera featuring an extra-large 3.0-inch LCD monitor, newly equipped with Shake Reduction and Face Recognition AF & AE functions
2007.01.23: PENTAX Optio M30 — A standard-class, compact digital camera newly designed with an ultra-slim body and high-quality texture
2006.12.21: PENTAX to Open PENTAX SQUARE as a Multi-Function Visual Communications Space
2006.09.21: PENTAX to Exhibit Reference Products at Photokina 2006 in Germany
2006.09.15: PENTAX Optio E20 — An entry-level compact digital camera with 6.0 effective megapixels and a 3X optical zoom lens that lets even beginners enjoy hassle-free photography
2006.09.15: PENTAX Optio T20 — A compact digital camera that makes ”shooting,” ”viewing,” and ”creating” fun, featuring an extra-large, high-resolution LCD monitor and a touch display for controls
2006.09.15: The The smc PENTAX-DA 70mm F2.4 Limited — An Interchangeable Medium-Telephoto Lens for PENTAX Digital SLR Cameras, Featuring Ultra-Thin Pancake Design and High-Quality Visual Description
2006.09.15: PENTAX K10D — A High-Performance Lens-Interchangeable Digital SLR Camera, Combining 10.2 Effective Megapixels with the Latest Technologies for Superior-Quality Image Reproduction
2006.09.07: PENTAX K110D Firmware Update VERSION (1.01)
2006.08.23: PENTAX Optio M20 — A compact, lightweight digital camera with impressive battery life
2006.08.23: PENTAX Optio A20 — A compact digital camera with 10.0 effective megapixels and three types of anti-shake functions
2006.08.09: PENTAX Optio W20 — A waterproof compact digital camera capable of underwater photography featuring a slim body and a new Blur Reduction mode
2006.07.27: Announcement of the PENTAX PHOTO Browser 3, PENTAX PHOTO Laboratory 3 Update
2006.07.27: Lens data for PENTAX PHOTO Browser 3
2006.07.27: Lens data for PENTAX PHOTO Browser 2
2006.07.26: PENTAX Optio S7 — An exceptional thin compact digital camera featuring a Blur Reduction mode
2006.06.29: PENTAX Optio A10 Firmware Update VERSION (1.01)
2006.05.24: The smc PENTAX-DA 21mmF3.2AL Limited — An Interchangeable Wide-Angle Lens for PENTAX Digital SLR Cameras, Featuring Ultra-Thin Pancake Design and Versatile Angle of View
2006.05.24: PENTAX K100D — A Popular-Class Lens-Interchangeable Digital SLR Camera Featuring Innovative Shake Reduction System and a Host of Advanced Technologies for High-Quality, User-Friendly Digital SLR Photography
2006.03.22: PENTAX to Exhibit Upcoming Digital SLR Camera Products at PHOTO IMAGING EXPO 2006 in Tokyo
2006.02.24: PENTAX DA & D FA Lens Development Roadmap Update
2006.02.24: PENTAX PENTAX to Exhibit Upcoming Digital SLR Camera Products at PMA 2006 in the U.S.A.
2006.02.17: PENTAX Introduces the Optio M10 — a Versatile, Popular-Class Digital Compact Camera Offering Solid, Well-Balanced Performance for a Variety of Subjects
2006.02.17: PENTAX Optio T10 — a compact digital camera that makes ”shooting,” ”viewing,” and ”creating” fun, featuring an extra-large, high-resolution LCD monitor and a touch display for controls
2006.02.17: PENTAX Optio W10 — a waterproof, dustproof compact digital camera capable of underwater photography featuring a new design for better usability
2006.01.27: PENTAX Optio A10 — the flagship model of our new Optio compact digital camera series featuring a proprietary Shake Reduction system for higher image quality
2006.01.27: PENTAX Introduces the Compact, Lightweight *istDL2 to Deliver Excellent Cost Performance and Simple Operations to Digital SLR Beginners
2005.12.07: Market Launch of PENTAX AF540FGZ Auto Flash Postponed
2005.12.02: PENTAX Introduces the new smc PENTAX-DA FISH-EYE 10-17mm F3.5-4.5ED [IF] — a superior quality zoom lens combining fish-eye and super-wide capability.
2005.11.30: Announcement of PENTAX Digital cameras
2005.11.04: OptioS6 Frame download service
2005.10.14: Incorporating a newly developed, compact 3X optical zoom lens, the PENTAX OptioS6 packs 6.0 effective megapixels and a large 2.5-inch LCD into exceptionally slim dimensions.
2005.09.23: The PENTAX OptioS60— an entry-level compact digital camera offering exceptional ease of use and the high-quality image performance of 6.0 effective megapixels and a 3X optical zoom lens.
2005.09.14: The PENTAX OptioWPi — a compact digital camera with waterproof performance for underwater shooting, 6.0 effective megapixels, a 3X optical zoom lens and a large LCD monitor — all in a slim, flat, easy-to-carry body.
2005.08.23: PENTAX Markets a Powerful Clip-on Auto Flash with Auto Zoom Head and Digital-SLR Compatibility
2005.08.23: PENTAX Introduces a Compact Ultra-Wide-Angle 2X Zoom Lens for Digital SLRs
2005.08.23: PENTAX Introduces a Super-Compact *istDS2 Digital SLR Featuring an Extra-Large LCD Monitor and Simple, User-Friendly Operations
2005.07.27: PENTAX OptioWP FIRMWARE UPDATE VERSION (1.01)
2005.07.23: Special site of digital SLR digichi open!
2005.07.01: OptioWP Frame download service -- The 5 frames had been added newly
2005.06.03: The PENTAX OptioSVi - a Compact Digital Camera with the Power of 5.0 Effective Megapixels, the Versatility of 5X Optical zoom and an Exciting New Design
2005.06.03: The PENTAX OptioS5z - a Stylish, Light and Highly Portable Digital Camera with a Large, 2.5-inch LCD for Easy Shooting and Playback
2005.06.03: PENTAX Introduces an Affordable, Simple-to-Operate Digital SLR as a Perfect Digital Photography Starter Camera
2005.05.12: PENTAX OptioS55 — a simple-to-use compact digital camera with5.0 effective megapixels, 3X optical zoom and a large 2.5-inch LCD monitor
2005.05.12: PENTAX Introduces a Compact, Lightweight Four-Times Telephoto Zoom Lens for Use with Digital SLR Cameras
2005.04.07: PENTAX Digital SLR Camera *istDS and SD Memory Card with a Capacity exceeded 1 GB
2005.04.07: PENTAX Digital Cameras and SD Memory Card with a Capacity exceeded 1 GB
2005.03.24: OptioWP Frame download service
2005.03.16: PENTAX to Exhibit Reference Products at Photo Imaging Expo 2005 in Tokyo
2005.03.16: OptioWP Passed Japan Ship-Machinery Quality Control Association Testing
2005.03.11: PENTAX Adds a Compact 8-16X Zoom Model to the Popular UCF Series of Binoculars
2005.03.11: PENTAX Adds Waterproof Porro-Prism Binoculars to the High-Performance PCF Lineup
2005.02.25: PENTAX *istD FIRMWARE UPDATE VERSION ( 1.12)
2005.02.18: PENTAX to Exhibit a Digital Camera Zoom Lens at PMA 2005
2005.02.15: The new OptioWP — a slim, compact digital camera with waterproof performance that enables underwater shooting
2005.02.15: PENTAX Adds a Silver — Colored Version to Its Popularly Priced Compact Digital SLR Camera
2005.02.15: The PENTAX OptioS5n — a Stylish Digital Camera Combining a 2.0-inch LCD monitor, Ultra-compact Dimensions, High Performance and Exceptional Ease of Use
2005.01.21: PENTAX *istDS FIRMWARE UPDATE VERSION ( 1.01)
2004.12.14: PENTAX Introduces an Ultra-Thin 40mm Lens for the Digital SLRs
2004.11.18: Compatibility between OptioS5i and High speed SD Card
2004.11.18: Information relating to ACDSee for PENTAX
2004.10.22: Optio750Z FIRMWARE UPDATE (VERSION 1.01)
2004.10.06: 2004 Good Design Award Won by 13 PENTAX Products
2004.09.14: PENTAX Introduces the Papilio Series of Compact Porro-Prism Binoculars,Designed for Effortless Close-Range Observation
2004.09.14: The PENTAX OptioMX4 — the compact digital camera with the power of 10X optical zoom. A true digital innovation for high-quality still images and movies.
2004.08.25: The PENTAX OptioS5i — a stylish, ultra-compact and lightweight digital camera featuring 5.0 effective megapixels and 3X optical zoom.
2004.08.25: The PENTAX OptioX — a compact digital camera with a true innovation in design.
2004.08.17: The PENTAX OptioS50 — an easy-to-use compact digital camera with the power of 5.0 effective megapixels.
2004.08.17: The PENTAX Optio750Z — a compact digital camera that achieves superior pocket-size high performance with 7.0 effective megapixels and a 5X optical zoom.
2004.08.09: PENTAX Markets Two Compact, Lightweight Macro Lenses as the First Model of High-Performance smc PENTAX-D FA Series
2004.04.21: Optio30 FIRMWARE UPDATE VERSION 1.01 (PENTAX U.S.A.)
2004.04.20: OptioS4i FIRMWARE UPDATE VERSION 1.01 (PENTAX U.S.A.)
2004.03.18: PENTAX REMOTE ASSISTANT SOFTWARE VERSION 1.00 (PENTAX U.S.A.)
2004.03.18: PENTAX *istD FIRMWARE UPDATE VERSION 1.11 (PENTAX U.S.A.)
2004.03.08: PENTAX PHOTO BROWSER/LABORATORY UPDATE BROWSER V1.11, LABORATORY V1.10(PENTAX U.S.A.)
2004.02.20: PENTAX *istD RAW DATA PHOTOSHOP PLUGIN MODULE (PENTAX U.S.A.)
2003.12.05: Optio555/33WR Driver software for Windows98/98SE (PENTAX U.S.A.)
2003.12.05: OptioS4 Driver software for Windows (PENTAX U.S.A.)
2003.12.05: Optio330GS/33L/S Driver software for Windows (PENTAX U.S.A)
2003.06.05: OptioS4 Driver software for Mac OS8.6 (PENTAX U.S.A.)
2003.06.05: Optio330GS/33L/S Driver software for Mac OS8.6 (PENTAX U.S.A)
2003.04.04: Viewing Movie PicturesTaken with the Optio550 on your PC(Digital Camera Infomation Japan)
2003.01.20: Optio430/330/230/430RS/
330RS Driver software for Mac OS8.6(PENTAX U.S.A)
2002.05.15: Optio430/330/230/430RS/
330RS Driver software for Windows98/SE/2000/ME (PENTAX U.S.A)
2002.01.25: Optio430/330/230/430RS
/330RS Driver software for Windows XP(PENTAX U.S.A)