----- Original Message ----- From: "lazarus" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Friday, January 16, 2004 11:11 AM Subject: Re: Pentax *ist D question from a newbie
> Thanks folks for getting me straightened out here... > > My terminology is weak so I appreciate being corrected on not using > the word "exposure" in reference to the smart modes. > Also, I'm glad to see that it doesn't sound like I'll have too steep > of a learning curve in dealing with the lack of Smart modes. This had > me a bit concerned. > A few other questions for you guys... > 1. Do my remotes (wired and wireless) for my ZX-7 work with the *istD? > I love the wireless remote when taking group pictures so that I can > include myself! Your wireless remote will work with the *istD, the wired, I'm not sure, but I think not. > 2. Has anyone had experience with the battery grip? I have one for my > ZX-7 and love it. It gives the camera a bit of extra weight which helps > in keeping the camera steady along with making it bigger and easier to > hold. With the battery life being as long as it is, and considering the ability to use AA NiMh batteries in the camera, I've decided not to purchase the grip. On the *istD the battery grip is more of a personal preference than with the MZ/ZX cameras. For my use, the vertical release isn't worth the excess cost, whereas for others it may be Bill
