Originally posted by RMabo A simplified and less expensive version of the K-7 will come later this year, replacing the K200D. For this the WR 18-55 and 50-200 are perfect.
K-m shooters has the DA-L non WR-lenses. Fine for them.
Just for and example; The K-m is $599 Cdn with the kit 18-55 DA-L lens. The K200D body only is $599.00 Cdn. For estimate sake lets say the K-7 with 18-55 WR is $1600 Cdn. Dimes to dollars the 'replacement' of the K200D will be a $1000ish body and compete with the D90, T1i, E-620. Therefore it won't be the deal it use to be. This is the point I'm making. It's too bad as Pentax could have used that as a Very useful marketing tool against the half-baked LV that Canon (XSi) has.
If I was buying Pentax right now, I'd find a new K200D and use my existing lenses until the WR's arrived.