peterk727@xxxxxxxxx (Peter K.) wrote: >Yes, they may not be as quiet, but many >come close for a smaller price. > >I would say you are paid quite well to buy an expensive toy like >that.=20 Like I said, I may be prejudiced..... And, when you reach my age, it's time to indulge a bit in expensive toys! :-) And, it is true that there are many other cameras that "come close." But, as somebody once said, "close only counts in horseshoes or hand grenades." Peace, Ken -- The Rev. Kenneth Frazier Norfield Congregational Church CT Conference, United Church of Christ Weston, CT USA Leica photos at: http://tinyurl.com/6sc2r