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So I got one that works - although with the Sigma lens, autofocus is still dicey - and have been playing with it. This thing is a monster, and with the resolution (14.6 mpixels) you've got a lot of pixels to peep; manual focus with low DOF is extremely problematic until I get my Katz Eye screen with split rangefinder and microprism collar (a la old Film cameras). Anyway, though, here's a shot from this morning:

You can follow it back to flickr and see the big version. I'm still getting used to it, but this thing (with the battery grip) feels like a real camera, unlike most digital cameras in this price range.

Took me a while to figure out how to use manual focus "M" type lenses properly. Hint: You use them in "M" mode (not just manual focus, but the manual metering mode); then you hit the green button. This stops the lens down, meters, sets your aperture and shutter, then opens the lens back up. Works really well once you get the hang of it.

Anyway, expect a review sometime soon!