One thing I've liked about the RTF on my PZ-1p is that I've been able to use it on family snaps without breaking out the AF500FTZ. Makes for a smaller package, and turns the PZ-1p into a better all-around camera. While it's true I wouldn't use it for professional applications, not every shot is taken with sales in mind. On the MZ-S, of course, it also serves as the transmitter for the wireless TTL flash, normally something requiring the additional purchase of an accessory. I can't complain about that. Doug At 8:56 PM +10003/31/01, Anthony Farr caused thus to appear: > >Was RTF invented by a battery manufacturer? IMO the only merit of RTF is >that it's there. It astounds me that anyone would seriously use one as >their flash unit of choice. They are too close to the lens and cannot be >used off-camera or bounced. Even if they could they would be too weak for >bouncing. What they do well is to spec up the camera and jack up its price. >I wouldn't even consider one as a back-up if my off-camera unit failed, >there'd be another flashgun in my camera trunk (yes I use one of those big >deep aluminium trunks, they carry heaps and make a good seat, work-surface >or substitute stepladder). > >The MZ-S would look much more purposeful and professional without that >pissant little RTF on top! What prospective MZ-S owner wouldn't have the >$$$s for a decent flashgun, or even a crappy one? What prospective MZ-S >owner would wish to be seen using such an entry level consumer targeted >gadget on an otherwise professional grade tool? > >IMnsHO, RTF is about as useful as tits on a bull. > >Regards, >Anthony Farr -- Douglas Forrest Brewer Ashwood Lake Photography [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.alphoto.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
