Originally posted by UncleVanya Hard to say. Many of the new entries into the fold might only be interested in the D FA or DA lenses. Also as the number of buyers increases Ricoh will be able to make or redesign many more lenses and the demand for specific items, may fall off.
That's true.
I think that for myself, I'd be happy even with higher prices for old glass would if in exchange we would get more stuff like the plastic wonders (yeah, I'm that sort of guy). A bigger second hand market for modern lenses in the long term could be expected and a nice side effect. And of course, big market share means more chances for the brand to survive a long time, which is something really important (at least for those who are really invested into their gear).
Bottomline: I probably also want Pentax to grow, but not too fast... need a little more time to harvest on ebay.