Originally posted by skyoftexas I love the image quality from Pentax glass, and the friendly usability of its cameras, but lord help you if you need immediate support. Better plan on buying three cameras and enough lenses to cover any mishaps.
This is true no matter what brand you buy.
Overnight replacement doesn't matter a whit if your only camera body packs it in during an event or you drop your portrait lens while mounting it.
Dead in the water is dead in the water, and Tuesday is a long way from a Saturday afternoon wedding shoot.
As an aside, Nikon or Canon Pro services such as replacement equipment is only available if you have jumped their hoops and have satisfied them that you really are a pro. One of the requirements is proof of ownership of redundant equipment.
If you aren't a member of the club, they you will get the same service as your Aunt Martha with her P&S.