If the sales person knew that you were a photography student before reaching for a camera, then this is not surprising: Pentax is the maker of student cameras. Well, at least here in the States that's what they are best know for thanks to the K1000.
BR From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] ... The first camera he pulled out was a Pentax. I said, "Whoa, Pentax, but that must cost a lot." Well, excuse me, when I was growing up either I heard or was under the impression that Pentax was the best. (Probably back during the time the K-1000 was selling a lot, but maybe not.) So he put it back and pulled out a Nikon. Both were more than I wanted to pay at that time. This is in Northern California. Anyway, the Pentax was pulled out first (I told him I was taking my first photography class.) So some of the more expensive camera stores still seem to be pushing them. Or at least this one. For what it's worth. Doe aka Marnie
