Originally posted by grahamcoad
Personally I think tilt screens are a clear potential weakness in an otherwise rugged camera body, and if you use it a lot will be the first annoying expensive repair just AFTER Warranty Expires.
Flip screens, built in Wi-Fi, NFC etc....these are all gimmicks copied from cheap compact cameras for adding to lower level DSLR cameras, not top end serious models.
My K-3 already has more features than I need. I would have liked a less expensive DOWNGRADE which kept the good sensor and did away with video, HDR and all the frippery... but that's just me.
I agree the tilt screen does present a potential weakness. But, I notice that if I tilt out the screen on my MX1 just a few degrees- as little as 10 or 15 degrees- it gives me tremendous latitude to use the camera effectively from waist level. Such a limited tilt option could be added to a DSLR with reduced compromise to the structural integrity of the camera; at the same time adding significantly to the stealth factor of K3 use.
I also agree with your comment on "gimmicks." It would be pleasing to see a DSLR manufacturer go back, reevaluate the DSLR and consider some of the practical uses that are largely ignored/compromised as these cameras move forward.....Maybe such things as improving focus screen and focus point point indicators to facilitate more accurate manual focus. I enjoy- and get tremendous satisfactionout of- creating a rare/excellent image through manual focus and exposure. It feels like a real accomplishment....Almost as if I took the photograph, rather than the camera taking the photograph. Effort=accomplishment=happiness.
I think about the Nikon Df. Nikon spends ad money to create the illusion that they intend to bring back the F with no significant change other than adding the ability to create images digitally; then they render something that has a silhouette that resembles the F- granted, the image quality is good- and a couple of retro dials, but is essentially another overpriced Nikon DSLR. Imagine if Nikon had actually produced the camera their advertising suggested? Such a camera may have had market life lasting decades....Like the M3. I mean, the manufacturers could create such a camera and still stay on the camera technology hamster wheel; continue to create and sell more and more wonder boxes for those who are attracted to such things.