News: Ricoh announced exchangeable camera system

Ricoh has announced its GXR interchangeable unit camera system, in which lens, image sensor and image processing engine are integrated into a single interchangeable unit.

The GXR system features the world’s smallest and lightest digital camera with the ability to change lenses, according to Ricoh.

The GXR lenses are changed by using a slide-in mount system. The lens, image sensor and image processing engine are integrated into the camera units, so the body itself does not contain an image sensor.

It features a highly rigid magnesium alloy body, the GXR, says Ricoh, conceals “infinite possibilities in its small body… a revolutionary camera system that pioneers a new realm of photography.”

Pricing and availability are yet to be confirmed.