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Pentax *ist DSLR

Started Mar 30, 2013 | Discussions thread
ccd Regular Member • Posts: 372
Re: Pentax *ist DSLR

I think it makes a big difference as to which model. Is it a *istD.....or a *istDL or *istDS. The former was the high end version of the three. The latter were considered entry level models. As such, the image quality differences were subtle, but other feature differences were more pronounced....most esp. as it relates to your situation with shutter life.

Shutter life expectancy on average for the *istD is 57,000 clicks. For the DL, 37,000.....and for the DS, only 24,000. Not to say these don't vary, but it gives you an idea of the value for possible remaining lifespan for each.

That being said, I still have my DL and love it. It is what I learned on for DSLR and very good in that regard. It is a supplement to my K-r and it takes great low ISO shots. As others have suggested, the newer generation models are SO much more responsive with AF, fps, etc. And high ISO shots are much better from the K-x on.  I would agree if you can get a good K-x for less than $250, then you will be very happy.

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