I'm a probable. for me the 2 deciding factors will be: 1) if it comes in sub $1500 street, preferably $1000-$1200. 2) how good ( or bad ) manual focusing is ( focus confirmation? ). Having worked in labs with digital capabilities I've seen enough output from 6 MP ( and smaller ) DSLRs to know that the resolution is adequate for my needs. I will put on my wish list 48 bit color.
My reasoning on getting one. The resolution is adequate. I rarely shoot wide angle. Until I bought my K mount primes the widest I had was a 35mm. My enjoyment comes from working in the digital darkroom, especially Photoshop. If I factor in the $500-$800 I was going to spend on a film scanner the camera becomes cost effective quicker. I figure a camera with these specs will keep me satisfied at least 3-5 years at which time sub $1000 15-20 MP full frame sensor cameras will be available should I want one. What would cause me not to buy one. The price is too high. The viewfinder "hoovers". The early reviews pan it for bad image quality or other serious problems. Hopefully, since we are dealing with non-cutting edge technology, Pentax has dealt with all of these issues and is coming out with a mature, well engineered product. I will probably put myself on a waiting list shortly. BUTCH Each man had only one genuine vocation - to find the way to himself. Hermann Hess (Damien)
