I had to look to the RFc-822 complete headers to make sure it's not
one of the Valentin's famous cave projections. Come on Pål, you used
to let it out gradually, how can you throw it all in one volley and
expect to be followed!? ;o)
Comments below.
Pål wrote:
PJ> Its interesting to note the words here: For the Z-1p the word
PJ> sucessor is used - not upgrade. So its most likely a new camera
PJ> and maybe even a new series of cameras. At least it indicate that the
PJ> Z-name won't be used. For the MZ-3 upgrade they talk about
PJ> cameras. Hence, its to be expected that two bodies will be placed
PJ> above the MZ-5n in the MZ-series (maybe the MZ-5n/3 will be replaced
PJ> by one of them).
PJ> So what is this S-1 like? I believe its very likely that it
PJ> continue refining the interface and feature set of the Z-1p but of
PJ> course add up-to-date features. Maybe some novelties. More uncertain
PJ> is whats exactly meant by Z-1p sucessor. Is it pricewise or
PJ> conceptually? I believe that an S-1 conceptually moulded after
PJ> the Z-1p will cost more than the MZ-S which means that the S-1 is an
PJ> upmarket move.
Very likely a Canon clone, with a simplified user interface via a
left mode dial and the new Safox VII autofocus system. Feature
crammed, direct opponent of EOS-3 and Dynax-7 and aiming to the PZ
owners. Once again a PZ-like camera will be the Pentax line flagship
or at least this will be the general perception...
PJ> The MZ-3 upgrades are another matter. My guess is that one of them
PJ> most definitely is the MZ-1. The other an MZ-4 or MZ-2. I see two
PJ> posibilities for the MZ-2/4: a) a sort of MZ-7 plus; b) a
PJ> quite litteral upgrade of the MZ-3 retaining its conservative user
PJ> interface. If you look at the diagram the MZ side definitely
PJ> indicate small size. However, its unclear also wheter it implies
PJ> conservative user interface and economy in features. There are
PJ> indications of the latter; remember the MZ-S is said to be a mid
PJ> points and it indeed fuse conservative interface with modern Z-1p
PJ> type. Hence, its conceiveable that Pentax intend to split their
PJ> slr line up in two series; a) an MZ-series which are small and
PJ> easy to use camera and b) an S-series which are feature laden and
PJ> larger.
To me, the two new MZ cameras appear to be rather an updated MZ-3
and a downgraded MZ-S. There is little sense in improving the MZ-7 -
an already settled body in its class. But the MZ-3/5n cries for a new
autofocus and a touch of the flash system. Otherwise this is a camera
to stay, outside any fashions and trends - let's call it MZ-2. Due to
the wide gap (pricewise mainly) between MZ-S and MZ-2, a new body may
be needed, perhaps a MZ-S without data imprinting. A smart reuse of a
the MZ-S chassis/shutter will reduce the manufacturing prices, just as
Pentax did with the original MZ line. With this structure, the SLR
line might please every fanciness and pocket.
PJ> Since neither the MZ-S or an S-1 is very convincingly as the
PJ> "Limited" camera, I have again start believeing in the MZ-1 as
PJ> exactly that; a connouisseur conservative style aluminium dody designed
PJ> to match the Limited lenses and to appeal to the MX and LX users.
Well, this will be a brave move from Pentax, now that the PZ-1p
successor is likely. A two-head camera line would look very strange,
but who knows - it might make sense with the niche trends appearing in
the shrinking film market.
PJ> Theres nothing saying when these cameras will be released.
PJ> However, its likely that the next to come is one of the
PJ> MZ-3 upgrades; MZ-2 or MZ-4?
It's the most probable candidate, with its well known acceptance and
minimal required changes.
Servus, Alin
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