Originally posted by brecklundin make sure and read the "free lens" specs, I sincerely doubt they care giving away the WR version of the lense. I suspect they are looking to dump old stock standtard I & II builds of the 18-55 lense, so do not assume it is the WR...write or call to confirm, If it is the WR, WOW great deal!! I almost decided wure why not a few hours ago but then reaized what the ad was not saying...and that was a "free" 18-55WR. It was just saying a "free" 18-55
BTW, someone needs to lose the handoff through linksynergy (a web user metrics tracing service) because right now it's a no go for my systems as all such tracking services are blocked in my HOSTS file.
you assumption is correct. the free 18-55mm is the non WR, smc P-DA 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 AL
II
of course, since its free (and yes, when one considers the price (and deal) of the body alone, a "free" 18-5mm II really is free) you could always turn around and sell it. with the combined bing cash back (45 bucks at 5%) you could purchase the WR version. or use it for another lens fund, or just put it back in your bank account to help cover the cost of the body if you didnt pay on credit.
all in all, this really is the best deal around right now for anyone looking to purchase a K7. I have been waiting for quite some time. while I probably should have waited longer for the next price drop, it will only drop so far. so I jumped on this, and I recommend anyone looking to get a K7 soon to do the same.