Pentax K10D vs Nikon D80 ?

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Dr. Maturin - 25 Sep 2006 23:35 GMT

Have been wondering much the same thing. The Pentax/Samsung looks very
appealing to me because of the weather seals. Was pretty much sold on
getting a D80 until the Pentax came out. I'm interested in
opinions/perspectives on the Pentax K10D vs Nikon D80. To date I have
not seen a full review/test on this new Pentax.

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Pete D - 26 Sep 2006 07:32 GMT

> Have been wondering much the same thing. The Pentax/Samsung looks very
> appealing to me because of the weather seals. Was pretty much sold on
> getting a D80 until the Pentax came out. I'm interested in
> opinions/perspectives on the Pentax K10D vs Nikon D80. To date I have
> not seen a full review/test on this new Pentax.

Thats because you can't buy one yet, maybe mid October if you are lucky. I
have one ordered and they are hoping for around then. What lens are you
considering? I already have a 16-45mm ED AL among others and because it is
such a nice sharp lens I am jumping out of my skin for it to arrive.

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David Kilpatrick - 27 Sep 2006 19:04 GMT

I've held them and they are very impressive. Much larger, more solid and
professional body than either the Sony A100 or the Nikon D80 - miles
more so than the Canon 400D, which I've got here now (it's TINY). The
K10D basic build is much more substantial than the other Pentax DSLRS.

First impressions - I'm impressed.

David

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Dr. Maturin - 28 Sep 2006 23:01 GMT

> > Have been wondering much the same thing. The Pentax/Samsung looks very
> > appealing to me because of the weather seals. Was pretty much sold on
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> David

Sounds all good. I am for sure going to wait until I can get my hands
on one of these.

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