For me it would be an MZ-S with the following changes.
1. Slightly bigger viewfinder and higher eyepoint.
I don't know if they could fit this in with the current top plate, but I'd like it if they could.
2. Preferably an interchangeable finder.
Not necessary for me.
3. Faster AF and more accurate servo AF.
Maybe a more powerful motor could be used in an update? Faster/better AF is always welcome. The *ist uses SAFOX VIII - Could the MZ-S AF logic be upgraded?
4. Slightly bigger grip closer to the Z-1P's gip (with at option to add a handstrap). 5. Faster frame rate say 5 fps would be enough
If the tiny Minolta (Maxxum,Dynax)-5 can do 3fps, then the MZ-S should be able to do more than 2.5fps. I'd be real happy with 4 fps.
6. Quieter operation 7. Metal back (or something that feels more robust).
There were rumors of an MZ-S Limited edition in Japan with a metal back. Can anyone confirm this? Could this back be made as a service part to replace current MZ-S backs?
8. Improved exposure data imprinting e.g print actual exposure time on Bulb exposures. 9. Higher flash sync 1/250 10. Built in flash exposure compensation. available in all modes. with a separate compensation scale / indicator in the viewfinder. 11. Exposure adjustments in 1/3 stops. Even it this requires aperture control using a thumbwheel on the body. 12. And last but not least .... (Digital option via a digital back a' la Leica R9) (Dreams dreams dreams!!!)
Film/digital hybrids are dead ends. How about an updated release of the MZ-SD with updated sensor/electronics?
My desired film camera is the MZ-S + 4fps, upgraded AF, metal back, aperture control from the body. Better finder eye-relief would be nice too, but I'd be happy with the other improvements.
--Mike
