Originally posted by runjmb Right now on BH Photo you can buy the K100d body for $400, with the $50 rebate its only $350.
I've been debating whether I should get the k100d super or just go with the old one. I'm thinking I'm going to go with the older one too because the added functions and inept dust removal don't justify the additional $170.
I just priced my whole kit out and its a steal:
Pentax K100d body-$350
Sigma 17-70mm lens-$325 new on ebay
Cokin filter holder and rings-$50
Hitech Grad ND 2 and 3 stop filter-$80
Sigma 70-300mm lens (interchangable for my SLR)-$130
2 SD Cards-$40
Filters (UV and Polarizer)~$100
All this for the amazing price of ~$1100.
I figure for a hobbyist/enthusiast like me this will give me the best chance to get some new equipment for my old ZX-L and start out in the digital work. Given that all the other equipment I am buying will be compatible on any new Pentax models that come out, I will be all set if I decide to get whatever is around the corner. I figure I will get more out of being able to manipulate my framing and light than I will get out of the additional 4MP that the K10D offers.
A lot of people don't agree with me on this but one of the things I like about what your buying is if Pentax ever comes out with a body with a sensor larger than APS-C you are set to go. When you are ready to upgrade the body you will be able to get a large portion of your $350 back, or keep it as a very inexpensive second camera.
The only down side is I now have another person that is going to be bidding on some of those old lenses. Welcome aboard and post some photos.
Regards,
Ken