SUMMARY
Ricoh has officially announced the discontinuation of its current Pentax K-series digital SLRs, signaling a pivot towards an entirely new concept for future DSLR development. This move retires the existing lineup, which has seen models like the K-1 Mark II and KF recently discontinued or sold out. Pentax remains the last major brand actively developing DSLRs, as competitors like Canon and Nikon have shifted focus to mirrorless systems. Ricoh aims to reinvent the DSLR experience, emphasizing the enjoyment of shooting and the process, while committing to maintaining the K-mount for existing users.
TAKEAWAYS
Ricoh is ending production of current Pentax K-series DSLRs.
A new line of DSLRs based on an 'entirely new concept' is under development.
Pentax is the last major brand continuing to actively develop DSLRs.
The K-mount will be maintained for future Pentax cameras.