Thanks Ray! As you may have surmised, this camera is
VERY interesting to me. The size comparison is very helpful, and thanks for the initial comments. It looks nice and compact and makes the GXR look chunky in contrast. It looks like a serious camera - a
serious compact I do have one question if you know the answer offhand - what is the minimum focus distance of the A? I am spoiled by the macro ability on the GRD4 and often use it.
I just sold two Leica lenses as I move away from the GXR Mount and I'm about to sell the X100. Making room for a more serious 28mm camera this year than the GRD4 (although that camera will never leave me!). With the A out in the wild the pressure is on Ricoh to enhance the GRD. So many Ricoh rumors these days, but I heard one over the weekend that Ricoh is dropping all cameras except for the GRD. In truth, I assume that has already happened - GXR stalled, PX seemingly gone, CX distribution is decreasing.
At any rate, I'm looking forward to your comments on the A. Thank you for making the effort to post your thoughts. I was also wondering how you became a B&H reviewer; is that through the Serious Compacts relationship? Not looking to become one myself; just curious how it works.
Also, what straps are those - Gordy's? I recently dropped a GRD4 causing its demise, so going forward I'm looking at straps.
Thanks!