I saw this posted at Pentaxforums, and if it is true, then it seems Ricoh has a smash in the making:
http://photorumors.com/2009/11/09/ricoh-gxr/
I copy the specs from that link:
"The smallest interchangeable lenses camera on the market today – smaller than m4/3 from Oly and Panny.
You can change the sensor! The lens and the sensor form a package! I told you this one would be something special.
Available in December.
Two lenses introduced: 24-72mm f/2.5-4.4 with 10MP CCD built-in sensor and VGA video. Price: £300.
50mm f/2.5 macro lens with a 12.3MP CMOS sensor and HD video. Price: £600.
Ricoh GXR body price: £420."
This might be a real hit; we will see.
Very innovative concept but it may end up being more of a collector's item rqather than a "format" adopted by other manufacturers. Kudos to Ricoh for thinking outside the square.
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