Ricoh, Pentax Cameras Evolution Timeline from 2014
Pentax WG-1000
2024
Megapixels: 15.9
Sensor: 6.17×4.55mm CMOS
Max Resolution: 4608 x 3456
Waterproof up to 20 meters, making it ideal for underwater photography and extreme conditions.
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ISO: 125-3200
Max Video Resolution: 1920 x 1080
Weight: 220 g (operational)
Dimensions: 116 x 69 x 51
Pentax WG-8
2024
Megapixels: 20.2
Sensor: 6.17×4.55mm CMOS
Max Resolution: 5184 x 3888
4K video recording at 3840 x 2160 resolution was a standout feature for the Pentax WG-8 in 2024.
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ISO: 125-6400
Max Video Resolution: 3840 x 2160
Weight: 242 g (operational)
Dimensions: 118 x 66 x 33
Ricoh KF
2022
Megapixels: 24.78
Sensor: 23.5 x 15.6 mm CMOS
Max Resolution: 6000 x 4000
The Ricoh KF (2022) featured an impressive ISO range of 100-102400, enhancing low-light photography capabilities.
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ISO: Auto, 100-102400
Max Video Resolution: 1920×1080 (60i/50i/30p/25p/24p)
Weight: 684 g
Dimensions: 125.5 x 93 x 74 mm
Ricoh WG-80
2022
Megapixels: 16
Sensor: 1/2.3" (~ 6.16 x 4.62 mm) CMOS
Max Resolution: 4608 x 3456
Six Macro Lights for close-up shooting.
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ISO: ISO 125 to ISO 6400
Max Video Resolution: 1920×1080 (30p)
Weight: 194 g
Dimensions: 121.92 x 60.96 x 30.48 mm
Pentax K-3 Mark III
2021
Megapixels: 26.78
Sensor: 23.3 x 15.5 mm CMOS
Max Resolution: 6192 x 4128
The Pentax K-3 Mark III's standout feature was its exceptionally high ISO range up to 1,600,000.
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ISO: Auto (100-1600000)
Max Video Resolution: 3840×2160 (30p/24p)
Weight: 820 g
Dimensions: 134.5 x 103.5 x 73.5 mm
Ricoh GR IIIx
2021
Megapixels: 24.24
Sensor: 23.5 x 15.6 mm CMOS
Max Resolution: 6000 x 4000
The Ricoh GR IIIx's standout feature was its compact size with a large APS-C sensor for high-quality images.
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ISO: Auto, 100-102400
Max Video Resolution: 1920×1080 (60p/30p/24p)
Weight: 262 g
Dimensions: 109.4 x 61.9 x 35.2 mm
Ricoh WG-70
2020
Megapixels: 16
Sensor: 1/2.3" (~ 6.16 x 4.62 mm) CMOS
Max Resolution: 4608 x 3456
The Ricoh WG-70's special feature at release was its rugged, waterproof design up to 14 meters.
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ISO: Auto, 125-6400
Max Video Resolution: 1920×1080 (30p)
Weight: 193 g
Dimensions: 122.5 x 61.5 x 29.5 mm
Ricoh G900
2019
Megapixels: 20
Sensor: 1/2.3" (~ 6.16 x 4.62 mm) CMOS
Max Resolution: 5184 x 3888
Rugged design with water, dust, and chemical resistance, ideal for industrial and outdoor use.
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ISO: Auto, 125-25600
Max Video Resolution: 3840×2160 (30p)
Weight: 247 g
Dimensions: 118.2 x 65.5 x 33.1 mm
Ricoh GR III
2019
Megapixels: 24.24
Sensor: 23.5 x 15.6 mm CMOS
Max Resolution: 6000 x 4000
The Ricoh GR III's standout feature in 2019 was its compact size with a large APS-C sensor.
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ISO: Auto, 100-102400
Max Video Resolution: 1920×1080 (60p/30p/24p)
Weight: 257 g
Dimensions: 109.4 x 61.9 x 33.2 mm
Ricoh WG-6
2019
Megapixels: 20
Sensor: 1/2.3" (~ 6.16 x 4.62 mm) CMOS
Max Resolution: 5184 x 3888
4K video recording at 30p was a standout feature for the Ricoh WG-6 in 2019.
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ISO: Auto, 125-6400
Max Video Resolution: 3840×2160 (30p)
Weight: 246 g
Dimensions: 118.2 x 65.5 x 33.1 mm
Pentax K-1 Mark II
2018
Megapixels: 36.77
Sensor: 35.9 x 24 mm CMOS
Max Resolution: 7360 x 4912
Pixel Shift Resolution II technology for enhanced detail and color accuracy.
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ISO: Auto, 100-819200
Max Video Resolution: 1920×1080 (60i/50i/30p/25p/24p)
Weight: 1010 g
Dimensions: 136.5 x 110 x 85.5 mm
Pentax KP
2017
Megapixels: 24.96
Sensor: 23.5 x 15.6 mm CMOS
Max Resolution: 6016 x 4000
The Pentax KP's standout feature was its exceptionally high ISO range of 100-819200, rare for its time.
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ISO: Auto, 100-819200
Max Video Resolution: 1920×1080 (60i/50i/30p/25p/24p)
Weight: 699 g
Dimensions: 132 x 101 x 76 mm
Ricoh WG-50
2017
Megapixels: 16
Sensor: 1/2.3" (~ 6.16 x 4.62 mm) CMOS
Max Resolution: 4608 x 3456
Waterproof up to 14 meters, making it ideal for underwater photography and rugged outdoor use.
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ISO: Auto, 125-6400
Max Video Resolution: 1920×1080 (30p)
Weight: 193 g
Dimensions: 122.5 x 61.5 x 29.5 mm
Pentax K-1
2016
Megapixels: 36.77
Sensor: 35.9 x 24 mm CMOS
Max Resolution: 7360 x 4912
The Pentax K-1's unique feature was its 36.77 MP full-frame sensor, rare for its price in 2016.
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ISO: Auto, 100-204800
Max Video Resolution: 1920×1080 (60i/50i/30p/25p/24p)
Weight: 1010 g
Dimensions: 136.5 x 110 x 85.5 mm
Pentax K-70
2016
Megapixels: 24.78
Sensor: 23.5 x 15.6 mm CMOS
Max Resolution: 6000 x 4000
The Pentax K-70's standout feature was its high ISO range of 100-102400, exceptional for low-light photography.
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ISO: Auto, 100-102400
Max Video Resolution: 1920×1080 (60i/50i/30p/25p/24p)
Weight: 688 g
Dimensions: 125.5 x 93 x 74 mm
Pentax K-3 II
2015
Megapixels: 24.71
Sensor: 23.5 x 15.6 mm CMOS
Max Resolution: 6016 x 4000
Built-in GPS with AstroTracer for enhanced night sky photography.
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ISO: Auto, 100 – 51200
Max Video Resolution: 1920×1080 (60i/50i/30p/25p/24p)
Weight: 799 g
Dimensions: 131.3 x 100 x 77.5 mm
Pentax K-S2
2015
Megapixels: 20.42
Sensor: 23.5 x 15.6 mm CMOS
Max Resolution: 5472 x 3648
The Pentax K-S2, released in 2015, featured a weather-sealed body, rare for entry-level DSLRs at the time.
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ISO: Auto, 100 – 51200 (1, 1/2, 1/3 steps)
Max Video Resolution: 1920×1080 (30p/25p/24p)
Weight: 678 g
Dimensions: 122 x 91 x 72.5 mm
Ricoh GR II
2015
Megapixels: 16.9
Sensor: 23.6 x 15.7 mm CMOS
Max Resolution: 4928 x 3264
Built-in Wi-Fi and NFC for easy sharing and remote control were standout features at its release.
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ISO: Auto, 100-25600
Max Video Resolution: 1920×1080 (30p/25p/24p)
Weight: 251 g
Dimensions: 117 x 63 x 35 mm
Ricoh WG-5 GPS
2015
Megapixels: 16.79
Sensor: 1/2.3" (~ 6.16 x 4.62 mm) CMOS
Max Resolution: 4608 x 3456
Built-in GPS for geotagging photos was a standout feature of the Ricoh WG-5 GPS in 2015.
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ISO: Auto, 125 – 6400
Max Video Resolution: 1920×1080 (30p)
Weight: 236 g
Dimensions: 125 x 64.5 x 32 mm
Pentax 645Z
2014
Megapixels: 52.99
Sensor: 44 x 33 mm CMOS
Max Resolution: 8256 x 6192
The Pentax 645Z's standout feature was its 52.99 MP medium format CMOS sensor, rare in 2014.
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ISO: Auto, 100-204800
Max Video Resolution: 1920×1080 (60i/50i/30p/25p/24p)
Weight: 1550 g
Dimensions: 156 x 117 x 123 mm
Pentax K-S1
2014
Megapixels: 20.42
Sensor: 23.5 x 15.6 mm CMOS
Max Resolution: 5472 x 3648
Unique LED-illuminated grip for enhanced usability and visual feedback, a standout feature in 2014.
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ISO: Auto, 100 – 51200
Max Video Resolution: 1920×1080 (30p/25p/24p)
Weight: 558 g
Dimensions: 120 x 92.5 x 69.5 mm
Pentax Q-S1
2014
Megapixels: 12.76
Sensor: 1/1.7" (~ 7.53 x 5.64 mm) CMOS
Max Resolution: 4000 x 3000
The Pentax Q-S1's standout feature was its compact size combined with interchangeable lenses, rare for 2014.
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ISO: Auto, 100 – 12800
Max Video Resolution: 1920×1080 (30p/25p/24p)
Weight: 203 g
Dimensions: 104.9 x 50.8 x 33.8 mm
Pentax XG-1
2014
Megapixels: 16.79
Sensor: 1/2.33" (~ 6.08 x 4.56 mm) CMOS
Max Resolution: 4608 x 3456
The Pentax XG-1 featured a 52x optical zoom, which was exceptional for its time in 2014.
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ISO: Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200
Max Video Resolution: 1920×1080 (30p)
Weight: 567 g
Dimensions: 119 x 89 x 97.5 mm
Ricoh G800
2014
Megapixels: 16.76
Sensor: 1/2.3" (~ 6.16 x 4.62 mm) CMOS
Max Resolution: 4608 x 3456
The Ricoh G800's standout feature in 2014 was its rugged, waterproof design suitable for harsh environments.
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ISO: Auto, 100 – 6400 (extends to 25600)
Max Video Resolution: 1920×1080 (30p)
Weight: 318 g
Dimensions: 118.8 x 71 x 41 mm
Ricoh WG-20
2014
Megapixels: 14.48
Sensor: 1/2.3" (~ 6.16 x 4.62 mm) CCD
Max Resolution: 4288 x 3216
Waterproof up to 10 meters, making it ideal for underwater photography and rugged outdoor use.
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ISO: Auto, 80-6400
Max Video Resolution: 1280×720 (30p/15p)
Weight: 164 g
Dimensions: 115.5 x 58.5 x 28.5 mm
Ricoh WG-30
2014
Megapixels: 16
Sensor: 1/2.3" (~ 6.16 x 4.62 mm) CMOS
Max Resolution: 4608 x 3456
Waterproof up to 12 meters, making it ideal for underwater photography and rugged outdoor use.
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ISO: Auto, 125 – 6400
Max Video Resolution: 1920×1080 (30p)
Weight: 192 g
Dimensions: 122.5 x 61.5 x 29.6 mm
Ricoh WG-4
2014
Megapixels: 16.79
Sensor: 1/2.3" (~ 6.16 x 4.62 mm) CMOS
Max Resolution: 4608 x 3456
The Ricoh WG-4 featured exceptional waterproof capabilities up to 14 meters, ideal for underwater photography.
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ISO: Auto, 125-6400
Max Video Resolution: 1920×1080 (30p)
Weight: 229 g
Dimensions: 125 x 64.5 x 32 mm
Ricoh WG-M1
2014
Megapixels: 14
Sensor: 1/2.3" (~ 6.16 x 4.62 mm) CMOS
Max Resolution: 4320 x 3240
Rugged design with waterproof capability up to 10 meters without a housing was special at the time.
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ISO: Auto, 100-800
Max Video Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (30p)
Weight: 190 g
Dimensions: 66.5 x 42.5 x 89.5 mm