I can't decide on this one. The new one could be essentially identical to the MZ-D (MR-51 or whatever it was), because, well, the MZ-D was designed as a DSLR. On the other hand, it would be so easy to just stick up some old MZ-D pictures. I assume that no one has seen these particular pictures before, but Paal has indicated that there are some prototypes floating around Japan ready to be "models" for new pics.
I do have a question, however. How difficult is it to use the MZ-S shape but recast it in polycarbonate? I realize that it would require new mfg lines that cast plastic instead of bend metal, screw fittings would be needed, etc., etc., but the final product would be much cheaper and I think a few hundred bucks cheaper would make a big difference.. Please try to answer without questioning my right to exist since I don't have intimate knowledge of mfg processes ;^)) Steven Desjardins Department of Chemistry Washington and Lee University Lexington, VA 24450 (540) 458-8873 FAX: (540) 458-8878 [EMAIL PROTECTED]
