Can't fault your thinking Rob. But even an entry level DSLR today is far far superior to most Phone Camera or P&S, and they certainly are not under performing tools by any measure. So it is more the user of the tools that has to ensure it is possible to complete his job well. Lets see, pining for:- a) Lock Ups: certainly the manufacturer's fault - poor design, cheap components, sloppy assembly by underpaid over worked workers in 3rd world countries, quality assurance etc. But I read every camera manufacturer have had a share of product failures. Take the case of the stains on the Sony sensors. Pentax suffered because of faulty manufacturing of sensors by the great SONY. My K-5 bought this Jan for $ 1110 with the 18-135 WR lens has not locked up. Sell your Pentax-Hoya stuff and buy Pentax-Ricoh. b) Flash System: PTTL flash - built in or shoe mount - is badly implemented by Pentax-Ricoh - well documented. But with my ancient Auto Thyristor Flash, 92% of my shots are perfect. Please write to me so that I can email the complete resource to you. It will leave you immensely happy for just $ 40 or so, and add magic to your flash photography. c) AF competence: I have been using AF Pentaxes since the MZ5n days right upto the K-5 now. Vow, what a difference from the early days. I have not lost a SINGLE PHOTO due to AF problems with my K20D or the K-5. And I am told the K-5II/K-5IIs are much better. When AF on your camera is unpredictable use Live View with Contrast Detect AF. Regards. Bipin - from that far away enchanting land.
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