As far as megapixel go, the 12.8 MP of the 5D is probably more than you'll ever need. (It translates to nearly 10"x15" at 300dpi without resizing.)
A well executed digital photograph can be enlarged with care quite significantly. I have a 12"x18" 360dpi print made from a 3 MP RAW file (D30 I think) and I am still amazed how well it holds up, from far away or close up. There might be a new camera in the pipeline for March, but it probably won't be much less than the USD 3299 price the 5D started off with. My guess is it might be $2999 (vs. $2300 after rebates for the 5D). Feature-wise I can only think of two or three things which would make sense: automatic sensor dust removal, faster processing, and better microlenses to achieve (or even surpass) the corner light fall-off performance of the 1 DS mkII. Or do I hear in-camera camera shake reduction (combined with automatic sensor dust removal)? IMO, adding a few MP won't do much in terms of resolution. This said, I bought my 5D in October, and if history is any proof, I buy digital cameras towards the end of their "store life cycle" when they are more affordable. The Canon double rebate was too tempting. I am having some issues with the rebate but will write up something once I know more. As a general reminder with expensive rebates, follow the instructions point by point, make sure you have copies of everything and that you send your materials with return receipt requested. Lars -- .~. Lars Michael /V\ [EMAIL PROTECTED] /(_)\ http://www.larsmichael.com/ ^^ ^^ * **** ******* *********************************************************** * For list instructions, including unsubscribe, see: * http://www.a1.nl/phomepag/markerink/eos_list.htm ***********************************************************
