>If, as you think, Pentax decided to specialise in the MF, then how come >they >introduce new 35mm bodies so often as well as introduce new features like >P-TTL, HSS, SAFOX VII in 35mm bodies? I think they focus equally on both >formats. Besides, you're wrong about that Pentax supremacy in the MF >segment. The reason is simple - bodies lack interchangeable backs. This is >more important and decisive thing than one would suspect.
If I am not mistaken, P645 and P67 system were designed for field use where polaroid backs aren't important. Also, the relatively affordable P67 lenses are big plus. >Also don't overestimate digital cameras - only the most expensive of them >are capable of producing good pictures and there are still situations when >films are unbeatable. But the digital technology has been developing so fast we might not know how soon it will equal the 35mm format in terms of quality. >Last but not least, my answer to your final question... I think that no pro >(sorry for using this word again) will turn from C/N to Pentax unless >Pentax >provides them with equally equiped, yet unique, highly specialised body. I Good products alone mean nothing. Minolta have many great products too but still no match to Nikon and Canon. To really compete with them, Pentax needed many significantly better products as well as total commitment to their service support which will cost them a fortune. Not to mention they need to raise their image too. A gambling if you ask me. >mean both film and digital stuff. But don't forget that there are and will >be new people in the pro segment, who are seeking or will seek such cameras >for themseves and these are the people Pentax should think of... Unfortunately, to most newbie, Nikon and Canon are all they care. >What I dream about, especially after buying a Z-1p a few days ago, is a >body >which is based on the Z-1p in terms of the whole design, ergonomy and >features, yet upgraded with the SAFOX VII, electronic DOF preview, >magnesium >housing, P-TTL, HSS, Battery Grip. I really estimate the Z-1p's >HyperProgram >and built-in flash compensation which are so convenient to use, especially >after playing with the MZ-5n which is in a way similar to operate to the >MZ-S. The appearance of Z-1p is so similar to other cameras in its era, people just didn't notice it. :( regards, Alan Chan _________________________________________________________________ Chat with friends online, try MSN Messenger: http://messenger.msn.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
