I've heard that said. However, except for the LX which I understand continued
to be available in Japan Pentax has not offered a high end camera since about
1990. The MZ/S was a step in the right direction, but too little too late.
Except for the unfortunate name the *istD was also a step in the right
direction.
In the old days Pentax was noted for its mid-line cameras. But the only thing
you gave up buying one of them was a few features otherwise they were as good
as any camera on the market, both in picture making ability and build quality.
Yes, a Pentax H-3 was every bit as well built as an Nikon F, or a Leica M-3.
The interesting thing is that it would not be any big deal to upgrade the istD to a higher-end
camera. Higher rez, and maybe larger sensor. Get rid of the pop up flash, advanced amateurs and
pros don't use them and they are delicate anyway. Drop the "I don't know what I am
doing" features. Raise the price a bit. Oh yes, and change the stupid name <grin>.
Of course, an MZ/D with a current sensor would be really nice.
graywolf
http://www.graywolfphoto.com
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John Francis wrote:
Pentax have been going broke trying to play to that niche for years.
They don't have a viable future continuing along that line - there
just aren't enough "loyal, salivating customers" today. Of course
they might not have a viable future anyway, but at least they're
doing what is necessary to try and stay in business.
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