On Sep 21, 2005, at 11:24 AM, Scott Loveless wrote:
... I started to think about what I would really WANT
in a digital camera. ...
Throw caution to the wind. Don't even consider what is feasible or
marketable. Just let us know what your dream digital camera looks
like. ..
For most intents and purposes, the Pentax DS is very close to the
ideal of what I want/need in a DSLR at this time. I like the control
layout, size, weight, and versatility. It's lens compatibility is
fine for me (I really only want new lenses, but the ability to
conveniently use older lenses is satisfactory just as is). The
resolution is satisfactory as well, more is always nicer as long as
there's no added noise.
What I could do without:
- program preset modes (Auto Picture, etc)
- "Bright" color tone
What I'd add with some priority ranking:
- program shift (biggest omission in the metering system)
- customizable Fn menu system
(I'd like to put af pattern and meter pattern there, instead of
flash mode and
white balance which I only rarely use)
- DNG format for RAW (save space, reduce post processing steps)
- improved AF speed/accuracy, maybe in-lens USM motors
- greater responsiveness of all controls
- quieter shutter/mirror
- higher quality build with high quality switches, buttons etc
(chassis is already steel or aluminum, a magnesium skin would be
great)
- ability to elect C-AF in any exposure mode
- more options for noise reduction and color temperature settings
- 8-10 Mpixels (with no increase in noise at ISO 1600)
- option for image stabilization (either in lens or in body, but
defeatable)
- PC sync terminal
- ability to elect TTL vs P-TTL vs manual flash metering for built-in
flash
- wireless flash built-in
- faster operation and larger capture buffer for sequences
- removable IR-block filter for enhanced IR photography
What I would not want:
- larger, heavier
- more knobs and buttons added to exterior
- different format
- greatly higher price ($1000-1200 street price is where I draw the
line, $1500 MSRP)
Godfrey
