I suspect that Pentax just can't even begin to compete with Canon anymore. Because of the sheer amount of R&D money Canon had, it probably already has prototypes for a number of cameras. So, for example, if Pentax did come out with a full frame DSLR, I'm sure Canon would one-up it within a month or even produce an equivalent with a few months. IMHO, I don't think its possible for Pentax to beat Canon with anything anymore unless there is a patent involved. I become very convinced of this when I look at Nikon, who already had a big share of the market and is apparently now content to play second fiddle to Canon.
I also think the APS sensor is going to be around for a long while. 35 mm was never as good as MF, but it prospered. Many folks consider 6-8MP to be good enough and that is all that really matters from a sales perspective. Also, APS will always be cheaper and as soon as sub $500 DSLRs are available many won't wan to spend the extra on the FF version. So, I think those DA lenses will probably have a good 10-20 year run (at least). I suspect that APS and FF sensors will be the new 35 and MF format equivalents. Steven Desjardins Department of Chemistry Washington and Lee University Lexington, VA 24450 (540) 458-8873 FAX: (540) 458-8878 [EMAIL PROTECTED]
