About Ricoh Imaging Europe

"At Ricoh Imaging, we don’t just make cameras — we empower vision, creativity, and resilience across industries and environments. And that’s no coincidence: it’s the result of over 100 years of optical heritage and purposeful innovation."

A trusted name in imaging, for over a century.

Ricoh Imaging Europe is the European division of Ricoh Imaging Company, Ltd., the specialist imaging subsidiary of the Ricoh Group a global technology leader founded in 1936 in Tokyo, Japan. With a legacy of innovation and precision, Ricoh Group operates in over 200 countries and regions, delivering solutions across printing, optics, IT services and imaging.

Ricoh Imaging inherits and evolves the spirit of Pentax, a legendary brand that has shaped the history of photography since 1919. Our company designs, develops and distributes high-quality cameras, lenses, binoculars and optical equipment, known for their robustness, clarity and engineering excellence.

From the demanding terrains of outdoor photography to the refined needs of creative professionals, Ricoh Imaging products combine tradition, performance and cutting-edge technology.

Ricoh Imaging Europe

Ricoh Imaging Europe is the regional headquarters responsible for the sales, marketing, distribution, and customer support of Ricoh and Pentax imaging products across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Headquartered in France, the company works closely with local teams in key markets to support both end-users and B2B partners.

Key milestones:

1919: Asahi Optical Company (future Pentax) is founded in Japan.
1952: Launch of Japan’s first SLR with pentaprism: Asahiflex I.
2011: Ricoh Company Ltd. acquires Pentax from Hoya Corporation.
2013: Ricoh Imaging Company, Ltd. is established.
2014: Ricoh Imaging Europe becomes the EMEA regional hub.
2013–present: Expansion of product lines: GR III, THETA 360°, G-series, WG-series, and sports optics.

Ricoh Imaging Europe plays a strategic role in connecting Japanese engineering excellence with the diversity, expectations, and creativity of the European photography and imaging community.

A Legacy of Innovation

1952: Launch of Japan’s first SLR with pentaprism ushering in a new era of optical clarity.
2013: Introduction of Ricoh THETA, the world’s first all-in-one 360° consumer camera.
Ricoh GR Series: A unique compact with an APS-C sensor that redefined street photography compact, expert-grade, and discreet.
WG & G Series: Ruggedized field cameras pushing the limits of durability and usability in industrial and outdoor settings.

Our innovation combines tradition and usability with a spirit of precision. Ricoh Imaging continues to serve as a benchmark for reliability and design in imaging systems.

Our Product Ecosystem

Ricoh Imaging offers a complete ecosystem of imaging tools across consumer, expert and professional applications:

PENTAX DSLR Cameras & Outdoor Systems
Renowned for their rugged build and advanced weather sealing, Pentax DSLRs are ideal for photographers working in the wild. Features include in-body stabilization, Astrotracer, pixel shift resolution, and 100% optical viewfinders.

Ricoh GR Series
A reference for compact expert cameras. With its APS-C sensor, fast fixed lens, and pocket-sized body, the GR is a champion of image quality and speed perfect for street and travel photography.

Ricoh THETA (360° Cameras)
Pioneers in immersive imaging, the THETA series captures fully spherical images and 4K/8K video in a single click. Used in real estate, virtual tours, tourism, and creative content production.

Ricoh WG Series
Ultra-tough, waterproof, and shock-resistant compact cameras. Built for construction sites, outdoor exploration, and field research. Some models include macro LED ring lighting, GPS, and 4K recording.

PENTAX Sports Optics
High-quality binoculars and spotting scopes engineered for precision. Used in birdwatching, marine exploration, astronomy, and surveillance designed to resist the elements while offering superb clarity.

Ricoh G-Series (Industrial Imaging)
Field-ready cameras such as the G900 offer chemical resistance, GPS, password protection, barcode reading and data encryption used in logistics, inspection, security, and emergency response.

What Sets Us Apart

Engineering Precision: Japanese craftsmanship meets optical innovation delivering tools built to perform and last.
Real-World Reliability: Our cameras operate where others fail: snow, rain, desert, sea, factory, forest or street.
Niche Excellence: We build for purpose. Whether for explorers, field engineers, creatives or institutions our systems are made for those who know what they need.
Long-Term Value: Firmware support, physical durability, system compatibility and enduring image quality make Ricoh Imaging products a long-term investment.

Our Impact in B2B Industries

Ricoh Imaging Europe also delivers powerful imaging solutions tailored to professional environments and industrial applications.

Construction & Civil Engineering
Documenting progress and compliance in rugged environments with WG and G-series cameras.

Security & Public Safety
Secure imaging with encryption, location tracking, barcode readers, and access control systems.

Industrial Maintenance & Logistics
Reliable visual reporting for infrastructure checks, diagnostics, and warehouse operations.

Real Estate & Hospitality
Immersive 360° virtual tours with Ricoh THETA ideal for real estate agents, hotels, and museums.

Science, Research & Environment
Pentax optics and waterproof cameras support environmental fieldwork, marine biology, and astronomy.

Healthcare & Rescue Operations
Lightweight, resistant cameras used for facility audits, emergency response, and NGO operations.

This list is not exhaustive. With our broad range of products and technologies, the possibilities are vast. Wherever visual documentation, mobility, and durability matter Ricoh Imaging is there.