I started out with a Sony A100 in 2008, upgraded to a A700by 2009 which I still own and use on a regular basis.Knock on wood, it has never failed me. That's 10 yrs of quality photos. Back then with lense I invested over a grand and have had no regrets. Every other photographer I ran across was shooting with Canon and Nikon. This is kinda off topic I guess lol, and I am out of the loop with all the new tech features now. But I found this interesting. If I was back in the loop and shooting for profit, I would be tempted if I had the cash, but that is a big price! Regardless, I would buy a Sony again of some sort. Nice post! Sorry I couldn't give a answer to your question though! :)