Tom C wrote:
I wouldn't have a problem buying another lens or lots more lenses. The
question is whether I feel it wise to invest in more K-mount lenses when
I'm not sure Pentax is going to be around in a couple of years, or if
they will be producing the camera I wish to purchase.
Tom C.
Seems you're falling for that ol' marketing trap, Tom...
I have and use cameras that are more than 30 years old, some over 50 years
old, with lenses that are even older than that, as well as lenses that are
still made today!
Pentax has done a good job of keeping old customers needs in mind, so far as
I'm concerned.
Many who are using the very latest top of the line digital offerings from
Pentax won't agree with me at all, but a careful look at their products belie
claims they are ignoring their faithful...
In truth, who cares if Pentax isn't around in another couple of years?
If they disappeared from the face of the earth tonight, I'd _still_ have all
my older 35mm bodies, some fine digital cameras, and ALL of my lovely older
lenses. THEY won't disappear!
I continually shake my head at those comments that come from the folks who
actually believe that crap about present day cameras becoming "obsolete."
What's obsolete, but feeding a rampant quest for more and more new products.
If you WANT new and can afford to keep refreshing your supply of equipment,
have at it, and good luck to you. Seriously!
But to believe that the slightly older stuff is well on it's way to becoming
decrepit, well...that's just not true!
*I* probably am, but my camera gear isn't! <g>
IMMHO,
keith whaley
