Well Tom, it's a bit late now isn't it! I've already bitten the bullet and got my 20D stuff (btw, that handstrap which I bought as an extra is amazing. I remember running all about the place with the ist D and grip, a Sigma 28-70 2.8 and the AF360fgz for the Aussie Olympians returning to Brisbane, and that handstrap would have been a wonder tool.) and have been more than extremely happy with the results I've been getting. Plus with the 580EX flash, it's all feels like an across the board boost.
I completely agree with you about feels and looks; the ist D is a gorgeous little thing, and it's not too shabby specwise either. However, I'm not deeply invested in Pentax glass, and my love affair is more with the mz5n or the mz3 bodies (samples of wonderfully thoughtful design). I'll be hanging on to that forever, but having played around with the 20D, I can't say the same- it almost feels like it's anticipating to be replaced already! And yes, like you point out, it's all about the photographs- I agree totally. Anything else- looks, feel, or (granted that 6.3mp is more or less an acceptable resolution to print out a photo decently close to film quality) 2 extra megapixels- all bonuses :-) Cheers, Ryan ----- Original Message ----- From: "Tom C" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Thursday, November 11, 2004 1:44 PM Subject: Re: Over to the Dark side.. ist D vs 20D brief comparison > Why not give the *ist D another try Ryan? If it's possible, or wait for the > next thing Pentax does. You've seen all the beautiful shots it can produce. > > I've picked up the Canons and Nikons and have been horrified just by the way > they felt and looked, compared to the *ist D. Maybe that's unscientific, > but until the big 2 come out with a camera that feels, looks, and beats what > I can do with a Pentax, I'm not willing to change and give up my present > investment in lenses, etc. > > Granted, almost any camera can deliver a great photograph. I find pleasure > however, in using a tool that fits my hands and mindset. > > Just my 2 cents. > > Tom C.
