Originally posted by bossa The features of a K-30 are almost 'all you need' for an APS-C camera. I can't see a K-5 replacement being released at 3x the price of the K-30 though and will suggest there will be a K-02 released as well at around the same price as the k-5 replacement AND that a space is being reserved at a higher price for a FF. You can get a K-30 body from eGlobal for A$650 right now.
I agree.
There also seems to be some stagnation on sensor performance wrt APS-C.
Canon is still stuck with the 18mp since 550D and the Sony 16mp has proliferated over the past 2yrs to many models.
The Sony 24mp seems to be a trade off here and there.
In fact, Nikon offering it on the D3200 seems to suggest that Nikon has dismissed it as 'fit for entry level'
I'd welcome a half year delay if it means the new K-? will be much improved over a K5 in AF, sensor, features.
It may impact Pentax negatively though for a short period as some loose faith and migrate or laymen opt for the latest of cameras thinking that newer is better.
Anyway, its just a rumor....