New function-expansion firmware for PENTAX K-1, K-1 Mark II, K-3 Mark III and KF cameras:
Featuring the Spring-themed HARUBENI mode -- the fourth season-specific Custom Image option -- to upgrade the imaging performance of PENTAX Limited-series lenses

TOKYO, March 9, 2023 －RICOH IMAGING COMPANY, LTD. is pleased to announce the release of new function-expansion firmware for PENTAX K-1, K-1 Mark II, K-3 Mark III and KF digital SLR cameras. This firmware lets users take advantage of special-edition Custom Images in combination with specific PENTAX Limited-series lenses. The HARUBENI (Spring Rouge) mode has been released as the fourth season-specific Custom Images option. This new mode joins the already-released KATEN, KYUSHU and FUYUNO modes to complete the lineup of four season-specific Custom Image modes.

● Special-edition Custom Images
To make photographic experiences with PENTAX digital SLR cameras even more enjoyable and exciting, PENTAX is providing a new approach to SLR photography, through special-edition Custom Images designed to create subject- or scene-specific finishing touches in combination with certain PENTAX Limited-series lenses -- lenses popular for their distinctive image rendition. PENTAX will release a series of season-specific Custom Images to create distinctive finishing touches dedicated to the spring, summer, autumn and winter seasons. As a lens is mounted, the camera automatically detects compatibility with the firmware. Once compatibility is confirmed, the user can then select special-edition Custom Images.

● HARUBENI (Spring Rouge)
This special-edition, season-specific Custom Image mode is designed to emphasize the pinkish colors of cherry blossoms -- the hint of the arrival of spring -- and the subdued blue colors of hazy spring skies. This mode can be selected in combination with HD PENTAX-FA 77mm F1.8 Limited and HD PENTAX-DA 20-40mm F2.8-4 ED Limited lenses, both highly regarded for their soft, delicate image reproduction.

New function-expansion firmware for PENTAX K-1, K-1 Mark II, K-3 Mark III and KF cameras:
Featuring the winter-themed FUYUNO mode -- the third of season-specific Custom Image options -- to upgrade the imaging performance of PENTAX Limited-series lenses

TOKYO, December 1, 2022 －RICOH IMAGING COMPANY, LTD. is pleased to announce the release of new function-expansion firmware for PENTAX K-1, K-1 Mark II, K-3 Mark III and KF digital SLR cameras. This firmware lets users take advantage of special-edition Custom Images in combination with specific PENTAX Limited-series lenses. The FUYUNO (winter field) mode has been released as the third season-specific Custom Images option.

● Special-edition Custom Images
To make photographic experiences with PENTAX digital SLR cameras even more enjoyable and exciting, PENTAX is providing a new approach to SLR photography, through special-edition Custom Images designed to create subject- or scene-specific finishing touches in combination with certain PENTAX Limited-series lenses -- lenses popular for their distinctive image rendition. PENTAX will release a series of season-specific Custom Images to create distinctive finishing touches dedicated to the spring, summer, autumn and winter seasons. As a lens is mounted, the camera automatically detects compatibility with the firmware. Once compatibility is confirmed, the user can then select special-edition Custom Images.

● FUYUNO (winter field)
This special-edition, season-specific Custom Image mode is designed to emphasize colors depicting the chilly air of winter, and to deliver sharp, high-key images. This mode can be selected in combination with HD PENTAX-FA 31mm F1.8 Limited and HD PENTAX-DA 35mm F2.8 Macro Limited lenses, both highly regarded for their high-resolution image reproduction.

● Upcoming schedule
Following on the release of three season-specific Custom Image modes -- KATEN for summer, KYUSHU for autumn, and FUYUNO for winter -- PENTAX will release a fourth mode specially designed for the colors of spring. Check the chart below for detailed information.

• Added limited function [Grad ND Shooting].
  
  A special activation key (release key) obtained from a website or other source is required to activate the limited functions.
  Note: The Grad ND Shooting activation key issuance is a service that will be launched first in Japan. The launch of this service outside of Japan has not yet been determined.
  
  
• Added custom image Special Edition [KYUSHU].
  
  It can be used when attaching the following compatible lenses.
  HD PENTAX FA 43mmF1.9 Limited
  HD PENTAX-DA 70mmF2.4 Limited
  HD PENTAX-DA 40mmF2.8 Limited
  HD PENTAX-DA 21mmF3.2 AL Limited
  
  
• Improved stability for general performance.

•  Added custom image Special Edition [KYUSHU].
  It can be used when attaching the following compatible lenses.
  HD PENTAX FA 43mmF1.9 Limited
  HD PENTAX-DA 70mmF2.4 Limited
  HD PENTAX-DA 40mmF2.8 Limited
  HD PENTAX-DA 21mmF3.2 AL Limited

• Corrected --- When the mode dial is changed to [U1], [U2], [U3], [U4], or [U5], the name registered in the USER mode setting is now displayed on the rear LCD as a guide.
• Improved stability for general performance.

Thank you for using GR III digital camera. RICOH IMAGING COMPANY, LTD. wishes to announce the release of Firmware Update Software Version 1.61 for GR III. Firmware in this document is the software that runs inside digital cameras.

Changes to V1.61

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• Improved stability of SD card operation.
• Corrected a problem when using the remote shooting function with the ImageSync application.
*The original special power-off graphic screen remains even after a firmware update in RICOH GR III Street Edition.

Click here to download the update from the official Ricoh firmware website.

Firmware Release Notes for GR IIIx