<< Mishka wrote: > this thread is so depressing... seems like the only reason everyone is > using pentax gear is because that's what they used when they were kids. >>
Not exactly... I watched my Dad use a Retina IIIc and got to take some photos with it. When I wanted a camera as an adult, I made a studied choice. A Canon AE-1 was out, too big and who wants TV auto! The Olympus OM-1 looked good with AV auto, but was a little pricey. It came down to AV auto with Minolta or a Pentax ME. The Pentax ME was a new release and compact, and the Minolta model ( a 201T ?) was a couple of years old, big, and clunky. I picked the ME and haven't regretted it. Regards, Bob S.
