Pentax K-30 A (with articulating screen)

The case for not having an articulating screen is.

1. Another complicated part on an already complicated device.

2. An articulated screen at arms length offers no advantage over a fixed screen. As it is still arms length away

3. Most of the time the screens (K5II to the contrary) are unusable in anything but dull out door conditions.

A far better solution in my opinion would be an off camera screen. As this over comes the three issues with an articulated screen. An off camera screen would offer the advantage of not being part of the camera so no added complexity, the screen can be put where ever in relation to the camera so would offer a and advantage of being readable. Finally with the screen away from the camera you can shade it easier.

I for one would have to have a very good camera with an overwhelming feature set for me to even consider purchasing a camera with an articulating screen.

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Chris.
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