Originally Posted by
SJUAMMF
Yes, the 14 bit A/D may be cheap, then need bigger bus, bigger buffers so it will add up.
the d90 and d300 share the same sensor, but the more expensive d300 has 14 bit (along with other features).
Originally Posted by pdxer
new 60 megapixel phase one back is about $40k, camera not included.
They probably lose money on it.
probably not. they need to have a high margin on it because they sell so few.