By all reports the (P)Z1p is a dustcatcher. That could be a problem in central Australia. Rob Studdert could probably tell you what you need to know regarding this. If your choice is Pentax then the MZ-S might be better. It doesn't have gaskets against dust penetration as did the LX (and I think the top level Nikons) but is built to very close tolerances with the intention of resisting dust and moisture, or so I've read.
regards, Anthony Farr ----- Original Message ----- From: "Patrick Pritchard" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Hello all. > > I've decided that within the next year (specifically, before September > 2005) I would like to move up to AF. This is mainly because I will be > in Australia doing some shoots at the World Solar Challenge, where MF > didn't quite cut it last time I was out. I'd also like to move into > more sports, where AF would be a huge advantage. > > My dilemma is this: > > - should I stay with Pentax, or go with Nikon (I'm leaning towards a > used F4) > - If I stay with Pentax, should I go with PZ1P or MZ-S? > (snip)
