Comments about Ricoh Ricoh GXR Interchangeable Unit Body:

I've had this system for about 2 years now and am still learning many of the features that Ricoh has included in this unique package.
The GXR body is light and well built. The door that hold the battery and SD card stopped working. the hinge is not controlled now by the spring action. Minor issue but still annoying. Other than that, I am very impressed with it's durability to weight ratio.
I own two unit. I do this so my wife can use one and I can as a second camera to my DSLR.
As for quality. This is as good as it gets for what it is. I highly recommend someone considering this fine camera to start with the 50mm macro. Yes, it's expensive, but if image quality is your main objective, you will be hard pressed to find a better combination for the money. The size gives one an opportunity to take this places you may find your DSLR cumbersome. This is why I bought the system to begin with.
I was going to get the Leica X-1 and just before I did, I read the reviews about the Ricoh. Direct comparisons of the two made my decision rather easy and I saved about a grand.
Don't let the uniqueness of this system disuade you from strongly considering it. Ricoh is committed to this system and has recently introduced a fine 28mm prime to their line-up. There has been 4 firmware updates to address issues that users wanted to see. If that's not an indication they're committed, nothing is.
You can't go wrong here. But be patient. This is a very sophisticated little beauty. Ricoh didn't spare anything and included functions that novice photographers might find daunting. But with time and effort, the user will be richly rewarded.
Finally, the last update helped address concerns regarding action shots. THis gives the system abilities beyond expectations. Well, at least mine.
I'd give this five stars but since Ricoh continues to improve the system, there is obviously room for improvement. Too many reviewers are quick to give things five stars. There are very few things that demand that rating since it's the objective of each manufacturer to continue to improve their products. The day a manufacturer says this is the best of the best and no more improvements can be made, that's the day I give it five stars. However, that does not mean when compared to others in this group, it is the best. Ricoh is among the best in this class and is well on their way to being the best as they continue to invest in this wonderful system.

Comments about Ricoh Ricoh GXR Interchangeable Unit Body:

I've invested heavily in the Ricoh GXR system because I've been completely satisfied with the image qualities, diverse lens systems and the vast array of menu options for the photographer.
This camera body is solid and has a great feel to it. It's small enough to store in your pocket and I have nothing but praise for Ricoh to go out where others have not to introduce a unique camera system that they continue to improve and invest in.
Many will see this as a gamble but I don't see it that way. I am interested in quality images and needed a companion to my DSLR and this is it. I chose this over the Leica X1, Olympus Pen and a few other models for the overall image quality.
Ricoh has updates to fix and improve such things as noise and improved lag time. I have no regrets.