"On a related note, some of the *ist-D and *ist-Ds users on the dpreview.com Pentax DSLR forum have complained recently about the lack of availability of certain SLR lenses. Perhaps the DSLRs are starting to drive demand for SLR lenses up?"

This is certainly my impression. In particular the FA 77 is suddenly in demand. I got one in August for my D. The focal length/angle of view didn't interest me in 35 mm., but did on the D. I use it a lot. The DA 16-45 was in short supply right from the start. Demand exceeds immediate supply for several primes. Nguyen deserves a Christmas bonus.

Joe



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