excellent price on Pentax 24-90!

[Godfrey DiGiorgi]

When I was looking for a mid-range zoom in the 28-100mm range, I  
looked at the Pentax FA24-90/3.5-4.5 AL IF and Pentax  
FA28-105/3.2-4.5 AL IF pair. The 24-90 is supposed to be a somewhat  
better performer. After trying both, I chose the 28-105 as I didn't  
see enough difference between the two performance-wise to warrant the  
somewhat larger, heavier 24-90, and the 24-90 was more than twice the  
price of the 28-105 ($430 vs $210). I have been very satisfied with  
my choice.

However, I just happened upon http://www.beachcamera.com listing the  
FA24-90/3.5-4.5 AL IF for a remarkable $199, new. Beach Camera has an  
excellent rating on resellerratings.com ... This might be compelling  
enough to jump on.

Godfrey