SUMMARY
Ricoh has ended production of the Pentax K-3 Mark III Monochrome, a dedicated DSLR for black-and-white photography, just under three years after its April 2023 release. This follows the discontinuation of the standard K-3 Mark III earlier in 2025. Pentax remains the only major camera manufacturer still producing DSLRs, but the removal of this specialized model significantly reduces options for photographers seeking a DSLR experience for monochrome capture. While rumors suggest a potential K-3 Mark IV, current alternatives like Leica's high-end monochrome cameras or Ricoh's GR IV Monochrome compact camera present different compromises in cost or handling.
TAKEAWAYS
Pentax K-3 Mark III Monochrome DSLR discontinued after less than three years.
Pentax is the last major brand still producing DSLRs.
Limited alternatives exist for dedicated monochrome DSLR users.
Rumors suggest a potential Pentax K-3 Mark IV could be in development.