Re: Pentax and Samsung Dslr Questions

John Doe <rl1856@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:

I will be looking for a Dslr in the coming months and I am intrigued by
the Pentax and Samsung offerings. I understand that they are basicly
the same camera, and significantly have street prices at least $100 less
than the Canon or Nikon equivalents.

Reviews have been good, praising ease of use, picture quality and small
size.

Any reasons why I should not consider the Pentax or Samsung ?

Figure out what lenses you need. Then buy the camera that fits those
lenses. If you don't know which lenses you need, then consider buying a
point-and-shoot instead; you'll save more than $100.

The good Pentax glass isn't cheap, though the camera body may be. Put
yourself in a position where you can compare the kit lens (the 18-55mm)
to the 16-45mm alternative, since the latter is sharper.
.

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