If you're shooting with post-processing in mind, then that's another thing entirely. > I've been able to pull the shop name off of a reflection of a guy's eye

If you're shooting with post-processing in mind, then that's another thing entirely. > I've been able to pull the shop name off of a reflection of a guy's eye Most needs, not occasional attempts to prove a point ;-) We're at a point now where the latest M43 cameras can match the previous generation APS-C sensors (which exceed the 5dMk II, for example, in dynamic range and color depth, if not low light performance) -- if you're willing to lose a stop, that gets you below a 1" sensor. I think Nikon's decision to make the 1-series was actually very good strategically (skating to where the puck is heading). I just think they've totally wasted their first mover advantage by failing to provide good bodies or lenses for enthusiasts. (I don't know why Nikon uses Aptina sensors instead of Sony -- it may be for the fast readout, since the first gen 1-series cameras could shoot full resolution at 60fps.)