Tough. The MZ-S is a brilliant camera but chances are, you will almost stop using it once you have the *ist D (unless you also do slides and slide shows). I have a set of 12x18'' *ist D / FA 24-90 prints in front of me and the subjective quality exceeds my expectations. The prints look 'digital' and resolution certainly is not better that on a good print from film, but the people I showed comparable prints always pointed to those from digital images... If - as I assume - your main output IS prints, why don't you download one of the many test images on the web (one that resembles your style of photography) and have a large print made. Take into account that you will need at least a 2/35 if not a 2/24 to complement the *ist D. The 50 is too long. You will also need to keep the Mamiya for the formal portraits, I am afraid, because the *ist D does not play in THAT league yet.
Sven I like your portraits, by the way! -----Ursprüngliche Nachricht----- Von: David Madsen [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Gesendet: Donnerstag, 20. November 2003 21:29 An: Pentax Discuss List Betreff: Enablement needed I am feeling a bit week, but not quite broken. I am in lust with the *istD, but do not have enough money. My question for the owners of this fine camera is, should I sell my film equipment to purchase the D? I have an MZ-S, FA 100mm f2.8 macro, FA* 85mm f1.4, and an FA 50mm f1.4. I also have a Mamiya C330f with 80mm f2.8 lens. Should I sell this stuff to go digital? I obviously like fast lenses. My primary subject is portrait/people photography. I would appreciate any input all of you may have. David Madsen mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.davidmadsen.com
