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2013.04.18. support PENTAX K-5II/K-5IIs FIRMWARE UPDATE VERSION (1.04)
2013.04.18. support PENTAX Q FIRMWARE UPDATE VERSION (1.12)
2013.04.17. New GR A GR-series digital camera, featuring an APS-C-size image sensor for superb image quality, and a compact body for outstanding portability and operability
2013.04.09. New PENTAX MX-1 A high-performance digital compact camera, featuring a large-aperture optical 4X zoom lens, a 1/1.7-inch back-illuminated CMOS image sensor and a tilt-able LCD monitor
2013.04.09. info PENTAX MX-1 compact digital camera wins Product Design 2013 at Germany's Red Dot Design Award
2013.04.04. support PENTAX K-30 FIRMWARE UPDATE VERSION (1.04)
2013.03.07. support MediaImpression 3.6.1 LE for PENTAX for Windows UPDATE VERSION (3.6.1)
2013.03.07. support PENTAX K-5II/K-5IIs FIRMWARE UPDATE VERSION (1.03)
2013.02.28. support PENTAX K-30 FIRMWARE UPDATE VERSION (1.03)
2013.02.28. support PENTAX K-01 FIRMWARE UPDATE VERSION (1.03)
2013.02.14. support PENTAX Q10 FIRMWARE UPDATE VERSION (1.01)
2013.01.31. support PENTAX K-5II/K-5IIs, K-30, K-01, K-5, K-r FIRMWARE UPDATE
2013.01.30. New PENTAX WG-3 and PENTAX WG-3 GPS Top-of-the-line waterproof digital compact cameras, featuring underwater shooting to a depth of 14 meters, a large-aperture zoom lens and dual anti-shake protection
2013.01.30. New PENTAX WG-10 Standard-class waterproof digital compact camera, offering 10-meter waterproof and 1.5m shock resistance for active, worry-free outdoor shooting
2013.01.30. info PENTAX RICOH IMAGING to Exhibit 2 Reference Products at CP+ 2013 Camera and Imaging Show
2013.01.22. info Second GR DIGITAL IV firmware update released
2013.01.17. New PENTAX Efina An entry-class digital compact camera, sporting a stylish, accessory-like design(regional limited model)
2013.01.17. support PENTAX K-5II/K-5IIs FIRMWARE UPDATE VERSION (1.01)
2012.12.26. info PENTAX K-30 lens-interchangeable digital SLR camera wins iF Product Design Award 2013
2012.12.20. support PENTAX 645D FIRMWARE UPDATE VERSION (1.30)
2012.11.29. support SILKYPIX Developer Studio 3.0 for PENTAX UPDATE VERSION (3.0.0.8)
2012.11.15. support PENTAX Digital Camera Utility 4 Update
2012.11.05. support PENTAX K-01 lens-interchangeable digital camera wins Gold Prize at German Design Award 2013
2012.10.25. support PENTAX K-30 FIRMWARE UPDATE VERSION (1.01)
2012.10.25. support PENTAX Q FIRMWARE UPDATE VERSION (1.10)
2012.10.11. support PENTAX K-01 FIRMWARE UPDATE VERSION (1.01)
2012.09.11. New PENTAX K-5 II The new flagship model of the PENTAX K digital SLR camera series, featuring newly developed state-of-the-art AF sensor that boasts broadest AF working EV range range in its class* The Anti-aliasing filter-less PENTAX K-5 II s to be released at the same time for resolution-conscious photographers
2012.09.11. New PENTAX Q10 A super-compact, ultra-lightweight digital lens-interchangeable camera, featuring a new image sensor for enhanced basic performance to accommodate a greater range of subjects and applications
2012.09.11. New PENTAX-06 TELEPHOTO ZOOM A high-performance, interchangeable telephoto zoom lens with large F2.8 maximum aperture throughout its entire zoom range, for exclusive use with Q-mount digital Interchangeable-Lens cameras
2012.09.11. New Adapter Q for K-mount Lenses An exclusive accessory for the PENTAX Q serise, for the capture of dramatic super-telephoto images using K-mount lenses
2012.09.11. New HD PENTAX-D FA645 MACRO 90mm F2.8 ED AW SR A medium-telephoto lens ideal for portraiture, designed for exclusive use with medium-format digital SLR cameras
2012.09.11. New HD PENTAX-DA 560mm F5.6 ED AW A super-telephoto lens assuring sharp, well-balanced rendition of distant subjects, designed for exclusive use with K-mount lens-interchangeable digital cameras
2012.09.11. Info PENTAX-exclusive HD Coating A new multi-layer lens coating process developed for lenses used with PENTAX lens interchangeable digital cameras
2012.09.11. New smc PENTAX-DA 18-270mm F3.5-6.3 ED SDM A high-magnification zoom lens featuring 15X zoom ratio and supersonic AF motor, exclusively designed for K-mount lens-interchangeable digital cameras
2012.08.23. New PENTAX X-5 An all-purpose digital camera, featuring a versatile optical 26X zoom lens and a tilt-able LCD monitor
2012.07.05. New O-CC120 Camera Pouch A stylish, limited-edition Marc Newson-designed camera pouch for the PENTAX K-01 digital camera.
2012.06.19. New PENTAX Optio WG-2 Shiny Blue A new color variation of the digital compact camera offering underwater shooting down to 12 meters, perfect for summertime outdoor activities
2012.05.29. New PENTAX K-30 A sporty, mid-level digital SLR camera, offering solid performance and a weather-resistant, dustproof body to active outdoor photographers
2012.05.29. New smc PENTAX-DA 50mm F1.8 A versatile, medium-telephoto lens with superb image description, designed exclusively for PENTAX K-mount interchangeable-lens digital cameras
2012.05.22. New PENTAX Optio LS465 A pocketable, stylish digital compact camera, combining an ultra-compact, low profile body with a full array of user-friendly features
2012.04.17. Info PENTAX Optio WG-2 Heavy-duty, waterproof digital compact camera Named “BEST RUGGED COMPACT CAMERA” in the TIPA AWARDS 2012
2012.04.17. Info PENTAX K-01 lens-interchangeable digital camera wins Product Design 2012 at Germany's Red Dot Design Award
2012.04.12. support PENTAX Digital Camera Utility 4 Update
2012.03.02. New PENTAX K-5 Silver Special Edition An exclusive, silver-color, limited-edition camera package featuring a Marc Newson-designed ultra-thin lens
2012.03.01. support PENTAX 645D FIRMWARE UPDATE VERSION (1.13)
2012.03.01. support PENTAX K-5 FIRMWARE UPDATE VERSION (1.13)
2012.03.01. support PENTAX K-7 FIRMWARE UPDATE VERSION (1.12)
2012.03.01. support PENTAX K-R FIRMWARE UPDATE VERSION (1.12)
2012.03.01. support PENTAX K-X FIRMWARE UPDATE VERSION (1.03)
2012.02.09. Re-organization of Imaging Systems Business including Digital Camera Business
2012.02.08. New PENTAX K-01 A lens-interchangeable digital camera designed in collaboration with world-renowned designer Marc Newson that developed to be the new addition to the long-lasting family of PENTAX K series.
2012.02.08. New PENTAX Optio WG-2 and PENTAX Optio WG-2 GPS Heavy-duty, waterproof digital compact cameras, offering underwater shooting to a depth of 12 meters and a new image sensor for much-improved, high-sensitivity images and movie clips
2012.02.08. New PENTAX Q Limited Silver A stylish, silver-color, special edition of the pocket-size digital Interchangeable lens system camera
2012.02.08. PENTAX to Exhibit 7 Reference Products at CP+ 2012 Camera and Imaging Show
2012.02.08. Market launch of PENTAX IMAGE Transmitter, exclusive image transfer software for the PENTAX 645D
2012.01.26. New PENTAX Optio VS20 An all-purpose digital compact camera, featuring a high-power 20X optical zoom lens and extra shutter-release button and zoom lever for effortless vertical-position shooting
2012.01.12. support PENTAX K-5 FIRMWARE UPDATE VERSION (1.12)
2011.12.01. support PENTAX Digital Camera Utility 4 Update
2011.11.02. support PENTAX Q FIRMWARE UPDATE VERSION (1.01)
2011.11.02. support PENTAX Q LENS FIRMWARE UPDATE VERSION (1.01)
2011.11.02. support SILKYPIX Developer Studio 3.0 for PENTAX UPDATE VERSION (3.0.0.3)
2011.10.01. Ricoh Establishes PENTAX RICOH IMAGING CO., LTD.
2011.10.01. Info Notice of Foundation of PENTAX RICOH IMAGING CO., LTD.
2011.09.13. New PENTAX Optio RZ18. A palmtop, lightweight digital compact camera, combining an extra-powerful 18X optical zoom lens with simple, user-friendly operations
2011.08.17. Info PENTAX 645D Medium-format Digital SLR Camera Wins “EISA European Professional Camera 2011-2012”
2011.07.14. New PENTAX 645D japan A Limited-Edition Kit of the PENTAX 645D — the Medium-Format Digital SLR Camera Awarded “Camera GP Japan 2011 Camera of The Year”
2011.07.14. support PENTAX 645D FIRMWARE UPDATE VERSION (1.11)
2011.07.14. support PENTAX K-5 FIRMWARE UPDATE VERSION (1.11)
2011.07.14. support PENTAX K-r FIRMWARE UPDATE VERSION (1.11)
2011.07.14. support PENTAX Digital Camera Utility 4 Update
2011.07.01. Info Notice of Sale of the PENTAX Imaging Systems Business(72KB)
2011.06.28. New PENTAX Optio WG-1 GPS Shiny Orange An eye-catching, special-color version of the GPS-equipped, waterproof digital compact camera for outdoor enthusiasts
2011.06.23. New PENTAX Q A pocket-size, go-anywhere digital interchangeable lens system camera: featuring the world’s lightest and smallest body* made possible by a brand-new PENTAX original imaging system
2011.06.23. New Five Q mount interchangeable lenses designed for exclusive use with the PENTAX Q digital camera; a choice of High-performance or Unique series to satisfy diversified photographic requirements
2011.06.21. support PENTAX 645D FIRMWARE UPDATE VERSION (1.10)
2011.06.21. support PENTAX K-5 FIRMWARE UPDATE VERSION (1.10)
2011.06.21. support PENTAX K-r FIRMWARE UPDATE VERSION (1.10)
2011.06.02. New PENTAX O-GPS1 A handy GPS unit for digital SLR cameras, offering innovative features for effortless tracking and photographing of celestial bodies
2011.05.18. Product PENTAX 645D Medium-format Digital SLR Camera Wins “Camera of The Year” at Camera GP Japan 2011 Awards
2011.04.22. Product PENTAX 645D Medium-format Digital SLR Camera Named “Best DSLR Professional” at 2011 TIPA European Photo & Imaging Awards
2011.03.17. New PENTAX Optio RS1500 A compact, lightweight digital compact camera, offering a host of user-friendly features and a simplified body dress-up system
2011.03.10. support PENTAX 645D FIRMWARE UPDATE VERSION (1.02)
2011.03.10. support PENTAX K-5 FIRMWARE UPDATE VERSION (1.03)
2011.03.03. New PENTAX Optio S1 A standard-class digital compact camera, packaging a host of user-friendly features in a stylish, extracompact body
2011.02.08. New PENTAX Optio WG-1 and PENTAX Optio WG-1 GPS Heavy-duty, waterproof digital compact cameras, offering underwater shooting to a depth of 10 meters and shock resistance to a 1.5-meter fall
2011.02.08. New smc PENTAX-D FA645 25mmF4AL[IF] SDM AW A Unifocal, Ultra-Wide-Angle Lens Producing Impressive Wide-Perspective Images; The Second Interchangeable Lens Designed for Use with the PENTAX 645D Medium-Format Digital SLR Camera
2011.02.08. New PENTAX K-5 Limited Silver An elegant, silver-color, special edition of the flagship of the PENTAX K digital SLR camera series
2011.02.08. New smc PENTAX-DA Limited Silver lenses Three silver-color, limited-edition models of the popular interchangeable lens series, designed for use with PENTAX digital SLR cameras
2011.01.26. support To PENTAX K-5 Digital SLR Camera Users
2011.01.13. support PENTAX K-7 FIRMWARE UPDATE VERSION (1.11)
2011.01.13. support PENTAX K-x FIRMWARE UPDATE VERSION (1.02)
2011.01.06. support PENTAX K-r FIRMWARE UPDATE VERSION (1.01)
2011.01.06. support PENTAX K-5 FIRMWARE UPDATE VERSION (1.02)
2011.01.06. support PENTAX 645D FIRMWARE UPDATE VERSION (1.01)
2010.11.18. support PENTAX K-5 FIRMWARE UPDATE VERSION (1.01)
2010.09.21. New smc PENTAX-DA18-135mmF3.5-5.6ED AL[IF] DC WR A high-zoom-ratio standard zoom lens, designed exclusively for PENTAX digital SLR cameras
2010.09.21. support PENTAX K-5 The flagship model of PENTAX K digital SLR camera series, offering high-quality images and user-friendly operation to satisfy the demands of advanced amateurs
2010.09.09. New smc PENTAX-DA35mmF2.4AL An interchangeable standard lens for exclusive use with PENTAX digital SLR cameras
2010.09.09. New PENTAX K-r A multi-featured, entry-class digital SLR camera, featuring simple operation and a host of creative tools in a compact, lightweight body
2010.09.09. New PENTAX Optio RS1000 A compact, lightweight, popular-class digital compact camera, offering an array of user-friendly features and customizable body design
2010.09.09. New PENTAX Optio RZ10 A high-performance, casual-style digital compact camera, featuring a compact, lightweight body and 10X optical zoom lens
2010.08.10. support PENTAX RAW codec for Windows
2010.07.28. support PENTAX K-7 FIRMWARE UPDATE VERSION (1.10)
2010.07.22. support PENTAX Digital Camera Utility 4 Update
2010.07.15. New 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. New PENTAX Optio W90 Shiny OrangeA brilliant-orange version of the popular waterproof compact digital camera, designed for fun-packed outdoor shooting
2010.05.27. support PENTAX X90 FIRMWARE UP DATE VERSION (1.01)
2010.05.27. support PENTAX Optio H90 FIRMWARE UP DATE VERSION (1.01)
2010.05.27. support PENTAX Optio W90 FIRMWARE UP DATE VERSION (1.01)
2010.05.27. support PENTAX Optio I-10 FIRMWARE UP DATE VERSION (1.01)
2010.04.28. Product PENTAX K-x Digital SLR Camera Named "Best DSLR Entry Level in Europe 2010" at TIPA European Photo & Imaging Awards
2010.04.22. support PENTAX K10D FIRMWARE UP DATE VERSION (1.31)
2010.04.22. support PENTAX K200D FIRMWARE UP DATE VERSION (1.01)
2010.04.22. support PENTAX K-m FIRMWARE UP DATE VERSION (1.11)
2010.04.22. support PENTAX K2000 FIRMWARE UP DATE VERSION (1.11)
2010.04.22. support PENTAX K20D FIRMWARE UP DATE VERSION (1.04)
2010.03.10. New 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. New 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. New PENTAX X90 An all-in-one digital camera with upgraded basic specifications to assure solid performance in a variety of situations
2010.02.25. New 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
2010.02.22. New PENTAX K-7 Limited Silver. A silver-colored, limited-edition model of the high-performanc e digital SLR camera
2010.02.18. support PENTAX K-7 FIRMWARE UPDATE VERSION (1.03)
2010.01.26. New PENTAX Optio E90 An entry-class digital compact camera, featuring an upgraded Smile Capture function and simple, user-friendly operation
2010.01.26. New 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. New PENTAX Optio I-10 An eye-catching SLR-shaped digital compact camera, packaging a host of advanced features in a compact, lightweight body
2009.12.10. New 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. support PENTAX K-x FIRMWARE UPDATE VERSION (1.01)
2009.11.19. support PENTAX Digital Camera Utility 4 update
2009.11.19. support PENTAX RAW codec for Windows
2009.10.22. support PENTAX K-7 FIRMWARE UPDATE VERSION (1.02)
2009.09.17. New 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. New PENTAX 9x28 DCF LV - High class binoculars with a lightweight design and outstanding maneuverability
2009.08.06. New PENTAX Optio WS80 A go-anywhere, waterproof digital compact camera coupling a compact, lightweight body with underwater-shooting capabilities
2009.08.06. New PENTAX Optio P80 A stylish, ultra-slim digital compact camera featuring a host of functions for the effortless capture of beautiful portraits
2009.08.06. New 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
2009.07.29. support PENTAX K-7 FIRMWARE UPDATE VERSION (1.01)
2009.06.25. New 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. New 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
2009.05.21. New 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
2009.03.24. Product PENTAX to Exhibit Reference Products at Photo Imaging Expo 2009 in Japan
2009.03.03. New The smc PENTAX-DA15mmF4ED AL Limited An Interchangeable Ultra-Wide-Angle Lens for PENTAX Digital SLR Cameras
2009.03.03. New PENTAX X70 An all-purpose digital compact camera featuring a high-magnification optical 24X zoom lens
2009.01.15. New PENTAX Optio P70 A high-performance digital compact camera featuring a host of advanced features in a stylish, ultra-slim body
2009.01.15. New PENTAX Optio E70 An entry-class digital compact camera offering simplified operation with large control buttons
2008.12.24. New 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. Product Updated Lens Developement Roadmap
2008.09.22. New 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. New 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
2008.09.22. New PENTAX AF160FC - An auto macro flash designed for use with PENTAX digital SLR cameras
2008.07.29. New 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 mos
2008.07.29. New 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
2008.06.04. New smc PENTAX-DA 17-70mmF4AL[IF] SDM - A standard zoom lens offering approximately 4.1X zoom ratio, designed exclusively for PENTAX digital SLR cameras
2008.06.04. New PENTAX Optio W60 -A compact digital camera with enhanced waterproofing capable of operating underwater continuously for two hours at depths of four meters
2008.05.17. New 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. Product Announcement of packaged CD-ROM for K20D and K200Dopen new window
2008.01.30. Product Updated Lens Developement Roadmap
2008.01.30. Product PENTAX to Showcase Model Products at PMA 2008 and Photo Imaging Expo 2008open new window
2008.01.24. New PENTAX adds five digital-SLR-exclusive interchangeable lenses to solidify its digital SLR camera systemopen new window
2008.01.24. New PENTAX Optio E50 — An entry class, user-friendly compact digital camera, featuring various improvements in performance, convenient for photographyopen new window
2008.01.24. New PENTAX Optio M50 — A compact digital camera with an easily usable compact / lightweight body, enabling for photography to be enjoyed readilyopen new window
2008.01.24. New PENTAX K20D — A High-Performance Lens-Interchangeable Digital SLR Camera for Truly Demanding Photo Enthusiastsopen new window
2008.01.24. New PENTAX K200D — A Popular-Class Digital SLR Camera Harmonizing High Image Quality and User-Friendly Features with Excellent Operability and Outstanding Cost Performanceopen new window
2007.10.02. New 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 camerasopen new window
2007.10.02. New PENTAX Optio A40 — A top class, compact digital camera with 12.0 effective megapixelsopen new window
2007.10.02. New PENTAX Optio V10 — A standard-class, compact digital camera equipped with a large 3.0 inch LCD monitoropen new window
2007.09.28. Product Counterfeit Lithium-ion Battery Packs for PENTAX Digitalopen new window
2007.09.21. New 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 levelopen new window
2007.09.13. New PENTAX Optio Z10 — A compact digital camera equipped with 7X optical zoom in a small and lightweight body, enabling enjoyment of high-magnification photographyopen new window
2007.08.23. New PENTAX Optio S10 — A stylish, small, lightweight compact digital camera that pursues higher image quality and realizes 10.0 effective megapixelsopen new window
2007.08.15. New The PENTAX K10D Digital SLR Camera Wins “EISA European Camera of the Year 2007-2008”open new window
2007.07.12. New PENTAX Optio M40 — An ultra-slim, standard-class, compact digital camera with a well balanced basic function and 8.0 effective megapixcelsopen new window
2007.07.12. New 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 photographyopen new window
2007.06.28. New PENTAX Introduces the K100D Super : A New Standard-Class Digital SLR Camera Featuring an Original Dust Removal System for Spotless, Effortless Photographyopen new window
2007.06.28. New PENTAX Releases Compact, Simple-Operation AF200FG Auto Flashopen new window
2007.06.14. Product PENTAX Markets Limited-Edition Package Commemorating the K10D Winning of the Camera Grand Prix 2007 Award in Japanopen new window
2007.05.17. Product The PENTAX K10D Digital SLR Camera Wins “Camera Grand Prix 2007” in Japanopen new window
2007.05.08. Product The PENTAX K10D Digital SLR Camera Named “Best D-SLR Expert in Europe 2007” at TIPA European Photo & Imaging Awardsopen new window
2007.02.23. New PENTAX UCF R Series of compact, portable, comfortable binocularsopen new window
2007.02.22. Product PENTAX SQUARE Set to Start Business Operations in April as a New Multi-Function Visual Communications Spaceopen new window
2007.02.22. Product PENTAX to Exhibit Upcoming Digital SLR Camera Products at PMA 2007 in the US and Photo Imaging Expo 2007 in Japanopen new window
2007.02.22. New 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 possibleopen new window
2007.02.22. New 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 hoursopen new window
2007.02.22. New 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 camerasopen new window
2007.01.23. New PENTAX Optio E30 — An entry-level compact digital camera that still delivers high-resolution picturesopen new window
2007.01.23. New PENTAX Optio M30 — A standard-class, compact digital camera newly designed with an ultra-slim body and high-quality textureopen new window
2007.01.23. New 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 functionsopen new window
2006.12.21. Product PENTAX to Open PENTAX SQUARE as a Multi-Function Visual Communications Spaceopen new window
2006.09.21. Product PENTAX to Exhibit Reference Products at Photokina 2006 in Germanyopen new window
2006.09.15. New 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 photographyopen new window
2006.09.15. New PENTAX K10D — A High-Performance Lens-Interchangeable Digital SLR Camera, Combining 10.2 Effective Megapixels with the Latest Technologies for Superior-Quality Image Reproductionopen new window
2006.09.15. New 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 Descriptionopen new window
2006.09.15. New 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 controlsopen new window
2006.09.07. support PENTAX K110D Firmware Update VERSION (1.01)open new window
2006.08.23. New PENTAX Optio M20 — A compact, lightweight digital camera with impressive battery lifeopen new window
2006.08.23. New PENTAX Optio A20 — A compact digital camera with 10.0 effective megapixels and three types of anti-shake functionsopen new window
2006.08.09. New PENTAX Optio W20 — A waterproof compact digital camera capable of underwater photography featuring a slim body and a new Blur Reduction modeopen new window
2006.07.27. support Lens data for PENTAX PHOTO Browser 3open new window
2006.07.27. support Lens data for PENTAX PHOTO Browser 2open new window
2006.07.27. Product Announcement of the PENTAX PHOTO Browser 3, PENTAX PHOTO Laboratory 3 Updateopen new window
2006.07.26. New PENTAX Optio S7 — An exceptional thin compact digital camera featuring a Blur Reduction modeopen new window
2006.06.29. support PENTAX Optio A10 Firmware Update VERSION (1.01)open new window
2006.05.24. New 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 Photographyopen new window
2006.05.24. New 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 Viewopen new window
2006.03.22. Product PENTAX to Exhibit Upcoming Digital SLR Camera Products at PHOTO IMAGING EXPO 2006 in Tokyoopen new window
2006.02.24. Product PENTAX DA & D FA Lens Development Roadmap Updateopen new window
2006.02.24. Product PENTAX PENTAX to Exhibit Upcoming Digital SLR Camera Products at PMA 2006 in the U.S.A.open new window
2006.02.17. New PENTAX Optio W10 — a waterproof, dustproof compact digital camera capable of underwater photography featuring a new design for better usabilityopen new window
2006.02.17. New 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 controlsopen new window
2006.02.17. New PENTAX Introduces the Optio M10 — a Versatile, Popular-Class Digital Compact Camera Offering Solid, Well-Balanced Performance for a Variety of Subjectsopen new window
2006.01.27. New PENTAX Introduces the Compact, Lightweight *istDL2 to Deliver Excellent Cost Performance and Simple Operations to Digital SLR Beginnersopen new window
2006.01.27. New PENTAX Optio A10 — the flagship model of our new Optio compact digital camera series featuring a proprietary Shake Reduction system for higher image qualityopen new window
2005.12.07. support Market Launch of PENTAX AF540FGZ Auto Flash Postponedopen new window
2005.12.02. support 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.open new window
2005.11.30. support Announcement of PENTAX Digital camerasopen new window
2005.11.04. support OptioS6 Frame download serviceopen new window
2005.10.14. support 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.open new window
2005.09.23. New 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.open new window
2005.09.14. New 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.open new window
2005.08.23. New PENTAX Introduces a Super-Compact *istDS2 Digital SLR Featuring an Extra-Large LCD Monitor and Simple, User-Friendly Operationsopen new window
2005.08.23. New PENTAX Introduces a Compact Ultra-Wide-Angle 2X Zoom Lens for Digital SLRsopen new window
2005.08.23. New PENTAX Markets a Powerful Clip-on Auto Flash with Auto Zoom Head and Digital-SLR Compatibilityopen new window
2005.07.27. support PENTAX OptioWP FIRMWARE UPDATE VERSION (1.01)open new window
2005.07.23. Product Special site of digital SLR digichi open!open new window
2005.07.01. support OptioWP Frame download service -- The 5 frames had been added newlyopen new window
2005.06.03. New 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 Designopen new window
2005.06.03. New The PENTAX OptioS5z - a Stylish, Light and Highly Portable Digital Camera with a Large, 2.5-inch LCD for Easy Shooting and Playbackopen new window
2005.06.03. New PENTAX Introduces an Affordable, Simple-to-Operate Digital SLR as a Perfect Digital Photography Starter Cameraopen new window
2005.05.12. New PENTAX OptioS55 — a simple-to-use compact digital camera with5.0 effective megapixels, 3X optical zoom and a large 2.5-inch LCD monitoropen new window
2005.05.12. New PENTAX Introduces a Compact, Lightweight Four-Times Telephoto Zoom Lens for Use with Digital SLR Camerasopen new window
2005.04.07. New PENTAX Digital Cameras and SD Memory Card with a Capacity exceeded 1 GBopen new window
2005.04.07. New PENTAX Digital SLR Camera *istDS and SD Memory Card with a Capacity exceeded 1 GBopen new window
2005.03.24. support OptioWP Frame download serviceopen new window
2005.03.16. Product PENTAX to Exhibit Reference Products at Photo Imaging Expo 2005 in Tokyoopen new window
2005.03.16. New OptioWP Passed Japan Ship-Machinery Quality Control Association Testingopen new window
2005.03.11. New PENTAX Adds Waterproof Porro-Prism Binoculars to the High-Performance PCF Lineupopen new window
2005.03.11. New PENTAX Adds a Compact 8-16X Zoom Model to the Popular UCF Series of Binocularsopen new window
2005.02.25. support PENTAX *istD FIRMWARE UPDATE VERSION ( 1.12)open new window
2005.02.18. New PENTAX to Exhibit a Digital Camera Zoom Lens at PMA 2005open new window
2005.02.15. New PENTAX Adds a Silver — Colored Version to Its Popularly Priced Compact Digital SLR Cameraopen new window
2005.02.15. New The PENTAX OptioS5n — a Stylish Digital Camera Combining a 2.0-inch LCD monitor, Ultra-compact Dimensions, High Performance and Exceptional Ease of Useopen new window
2005.02.15. New The new OptioWP — a slim, compact digital camera with waterproof performance that enables underwater shootingopen new window
2005.01.21. support PENTAX *istDS FIRMWARE UPDATE VERSION ( 1.01)open new window
2004.12.14. New PENTAX Introduces an Ultra-Thin 40mm Lens for the Digital SLRsopen new window
2004.11.18. New Information relating to ACDSee for PENTAXopen new window
2004.11.18. New Compatibility between OptioS5i and High speed SD Cardopen new window
2004.10.22. support Optio750Z FIRMWARE UPDATE (VERSION 1.01)open new window
2004.10.06. Product 2004 Good Design Award Won by 13 PENTAX Productsopen new window
2004.09.14. New PENTAX Introduces the Papilio Series of Compact Porro-Prism Binoculars,Designed for Effortless Close-Range Observationopen new window
2004.09.14. New 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.open new window
2004.08.25. New The PENTAX OptioX — a compact digital camera with a true innovation in design.open new window
2004.08.25. New The PENTAX OptioS5i — a stylish, ultra-compact and lightweight digital camera featuring 5.0 effective megapixels and 3X optical zoom.open new window
2004.08.17. New The PENTAX Optio750Z — a compact digital camera that achieves superior pocket-size high performance with 7.0 effective megapixels and a 5X optical zoom.open new window
2004.08.17. New The PENTAX OptioS50 — an easy-to-use compact digital camera with the power of 5.0 effective megapixels.open new window
2004.08.09. New PENTAX Markets Two Compact, Lightweight Macro Lenses as the First Model of High-Performance smc PENTAX-D FA Seriesopen new window
2004.04.21. support Optio30 FIRMWARE UPDATE VERSION 1.01 (PENTAX U.S.A.)open new window
2004.04.20. support OptioS4i FIRMWARE UPDATE VERSION 1.01 (PENTAX U.S.A.)open new window
2004.03.18. support PENTAX *istD FIRMWARE UPDATE VERSION 1.11 (PENTAX U.S.A.)open new window
2004.03.18. support PENTAX REMOTE ASSISTANT SOFTWARE VERSION 1.00 (PENTAX U.S.A.)open new window
2004.03.08. New PENTAX PHOTO BROWSER/LABORATORY UPDATE BROWSER V1.11, LABORATORY V1.10(PENTAX U.S.A.)open new window
2004.02.20. New PENTAX *istD RAW DATA PHOTOSHOP PLUGIN MODULE (PENTAX U.S.A.)open new window
2003.12.05. support Optio555/33WR Driver software for Windows98/98SE (PENTAX U.S.A.)open new window
2003.12.05. support Optio330GS/33L/S Driver software for Windows (PENTAX U.S.A)open new window
2003.12.05. support OptioS4 Driver software for Windows (PENTAX U.S.A.)open new window
2003.06.05. support Optio330GS/33L/S Driver software for Mac OS8.6 (PENTAX U.S.A)open new window
2003.06.05. support OptioS4 Driver software for Mac OS8.6 (PENTAX U.S.A.)open new window
2003.04.04. New Viewing Movie PicturesTaken with the Optio550 on your PC(Digital Camera Infomation Japan)open new window
2003.01.20. support Optio430/330/230/430RS/
330RS Driver software
for Mac OS8.6(PENTAX U.S.A)
open new window
2002.05.15. support Optio430/330/230/430RS/
330RS Driver software
for Windows98/SE/2000/ME (PENTAX U.S.A)
open new window
2002.01.25. support Optio430/330/230/430RS
/330RS Driver software
for Windows XP(PENTAX U.S.A)
open new window
  • Image Simulator
  • 645D
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  • K-7
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  • Image Simulator
  • 645D
  • K-x
  • K-7
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