Despite the mirrorless camera takeover, DSLRs are still popular with amateur and professional photographers – and Pentax remains one of the few brands keeping the format alive.
Now, however, one of its cult favorite cameras appears to be on the way out. The Pentax K-1 Mark II, a 36MP full-frame DSLR, is now marked as "discontinued" by multiple major retailers in Japan.
While Ricoh has yet to confirm global discontinuation officially, this follows the earlier disappearance of the K1 Mark II 28-105mm lens kit. In the past, Ricoh often hasn't issued a formal announcement; instead, its products just quietly left the market.
While Canon and Nikon moved much of their focus to mirrorless, Pentax always remained a compelling alternative for photographers who prefer the traditional DSLR experience.
Saying this, the brand ended the production of multiple models in a relatively short amount of time. First it was the Pentax K-3 Mark II, followed by the Monochrome version in March 2026.
Current availability & prices
So, for anyone considering a K-1 Mark II, now is a good time to buy a brand-new DSLR rather than relying on the second-hand market, which could become the only option if global stock continues to shrink.
🇺🇸 US
- Pentax K-1 Mark II body $1,796.95 at B&H
- Pentax K-1 Mark II body on backorder at Adorama, not listed on Amazon
🇬🇧 UK
- Pentax K-1 Mark II body £1,895 at Amazon, £1,899 at Wex (limited stock); Price match: £1,899 at Clifton Cameras (low stock)
- Pentax K-1 Mark II + 28-105mm lens £2,499 at Wex (special order), £2,499.99 at Amazon
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