The *ist-Ds/l/[2] kx00d cameras don't have hyper program, but in manual
mode the exposure lock button works just like the green button does on
the *ist-D, (sets either aperture, shutter, or program line based on
custom function) which is hyper manual by any other name.
Boris Liberman wrote:
> Paul, I understand you very well. But admit it, K20D is in no way a
> competitor to A900, D700 or 5DmkII. As such, it is indeed an upgrade
> from K10D but marketing-wise it does not move upwards on the class
> ladder; it remains the mid-level camera for advanced photography
> connoisseur such as yourself.
>
> I am not speaking that much about technology here. I am speaking more
> about the perspective that common consumers are getting about Pentax.
> Even Oly E-3 has significant hype about it being the so-called
> professional offering from Olympus A.K.A. 4/3 system. No matter how
> good Pentax K20D is, it is not (marketing) positioned at the same
> level. Or even if it is, it is not perceived as such.
>
> That's been my point here.
>
> I still maintain that K10D is a darn good camera and a pleasure to work with.
>
> Peter, I humbly submit to the court that *istDS does not have HyP
> mode. Nor does K200D. Only *istD, K10D and K20D have it.
>
> Boris
>
>
> On Mon, Sep 22, 2008 at 4:07 PM, Paul Stenquist <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
>
>> For my purposes, the K20D has proved a substantial upgrade from the
>> K10D, and the two cameras make a nice work pair. I'm pleased that I
>> bought in right away, since the next upgrade still appears to be well
>> in the future. Unless I start getting $200/hr. assignments, I can't
>> see investing in a $3000 camera. I think the Pentax line serves
>> advanced amateurs and part-time professionals very well. Yes, a
>> flagship would be a nice marketing tool, but in terms of real-world
>> use, it's not an immediate necessity.
>> Paul
>>
>
>
>
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