Interesting and varied opinions (thanks guys!) although nobody brought up the issue that bothers me most.
I believe Pentax will *HAVE* TO GO FULL-FRAME, like Mark said, out of necessity. When this happens (not *if*), what will they do with APS-C? They cannot give up on it given how much they've invested in DA lenses, so they will most likely keep an APS-C line up, but how advanced will these cameras be? I don't think Pentax has the resources to keep a parallel line of APS-C and FF cameras, so they will probably introduce only one FF model, which should be their flagship...relegating APS-C cameras to the entry-level ranks. What happens then to those of use that like APS-C? I want a K-7 for its small size (which is an advantage of APS-C not exploited in the flagship cameras since the *ist D) and other advanced features. I also happen to like the FoV offered by classic focal length zooms on APS-C sensors (the Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 is my main lens), and I also like small primes. Once Pentax make FF their top-of-the line camera, will they also release a more compact APS-C equivalent? I doubt it. This means that if I want to upgrade my camera in 2-3 years time, my only options will be a fully-featured FF model, or a lower-spec'd APS-C. I fear the K-7 (or its slightly upgraded successor) will be the last of the great (small bodied) APS-C cameras in the Pentax line-up. And even if Pentax manage to squeeze a 35mm sensor into a K-7 body, I'm still left searching for a 40-115mm f/2.8 zoom lens as compact as my Tammy to serve as my workhorse. I know nobody will ever build one, least of all Pentax. Interesting times lie ahead, Gentlemen. Cheers, --M. -- -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- http://www.EnticingTheLight.com -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.