>Yet, this combination is very sought after by mountaineers and hikers (as step up from the Rollei 35).< It took me about 25 years to do it, but I managed to burn through four MX bodies - mostly on hikes in the Sierra Nevada in California - than I can count, now. The MX was an incredible camera. I'm not sure it was a step up from the Rollei 35. The latter camera has as sharp lens, the camera is certainly rugged - more so than the MX - and is wonderfully rugged, as well as simple to operate. While a mountaineers could weigh themselves down with accessories for the MX, there is much to extra to carry with the Rollei 35. My own Rollei 35s are still going strong, while my MXs are kaput. Dave -- http://www.davewyman.com http://www.idrivebackroads.com (Guidebook to Northern California) This mail is a natural product. The slight variations in spelling and grammar enhance its individual character and beauty and in no way are to be considered flaws or defects.