Thank you one and all for the feedback,
I will reread everything at least once more before deciding. Possibly twice.
Admittedly, this has been a slow, interesting, and at times agonizing process.
I have been all over the board with makes, models and formats. Canon, Olympus, Nikon, Fujifilm, and more.
Micro 4/3s, APS-C, and Full Frame.
In truth they all offer some features that interest me.
Taken in aggregate, that is a dizzying array of options.
This morning a few left the table, I was scouring Nikon's site peering at the Z7 & Z6 doing my due dilligence.
This little tidbit ended that part of my search.
Taken directly from Nikon's site;
Operating EnvironmentTemperature: 32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C)
Humidity: Less than 85% (no condensation)
I shoot a lot in inclement weather. Rain, snow, and much below freezing, often below 0F.
Often my gear is stashed under a tarp with me, exposed to dampness and drifting snow.
One of the things that drew me here, was Pentax rugged weatherproof reputation.
I do a lot of winter shooting,
Much of it well below freezing,
My cameras often get set down as I'm working, building, or teaching.
It doesn't seem right if it's not cold, wet or miserable,
I should also add that the Pentax Community here is a huge plus!
The shared information, the camaraderie, all of it. Make no mistake this is a very cool place.