[Angora]

Would prefer the R10 to be just as my R6.2. Every buttons (particularly the DOF lever) are right under my fingers so I can use it without having to leave the viewfinder : all fine.

That implies : compactness (über alles), 24×36 sensor (good @ 400 ISO please !), speed dial, reliability (metal body).
No AF (of course), not even focus assistance (if implemented, it should be possible to disable it).
Dust removal system, 100% viewfinder and total « mechanical camera use » capability (closable OLED/SED screen, ISO button, frame + battery counter as on the M8) would be greatly appreciated.

Problem : how to justify the « downgrade » to a compact body, after the latest R8/9 lines ? (I'm pointing out the volume question, not the ergonomics one)


I agree with john_f 's idea of designing one or two lenses in EF or F mount. Why not the 180-Apo and the 19 (Leica's wide angles seem to be praised by Canon users), in limited series of... let's say 5000 units each ?
A way to appeal the other consumers and tell them something like : « hey, you like it ? So switch to R-system, we've plenty of other gorgeous lenses ! » (90AA, etc.).

But here again, how to justify it ?
People will immediatly point out that it's a marketing trick.


P.-S. : I'm 22 and chose Leica precisely because of its « old school » spirit.
There's a niche for the brand, as the majority of makers now produce AF-plastic-fully-electronical-bling-bling cameras.
Medium is moving and you at Solms have to follow the trend : switch from film to digital. However this requirement doesn't imply that you must also change your spirit.
Keep it in mind !