October 1, 2011

Dear Partners,

PENTAX RICOH IMAGING COMPANY, LTD.

PENTAX Imaging Systems Division will become PENTAX RICOH IMAGING COMPANY, LTD. and begin its operation starting on 1st of October, 2011.

PENTAX RICOH IMAGING inherits development functions of the camera and its lenses, production facilities, legal properties, as well as world-wide distribution channel from its former business structure.
We, PENTAX RICOH IMAGING will further strive to promote the digital camera business under the long thriving brand of PENTAX, and establish it to be a leading company in its unique path to be able to rank with other competitive top tier brands.
We sincerely seek for your extended patronage and unchanged partnership in our endeavour.