Does it matter if a DSLR camera was made in Thailand and not in Japan?

<p>Can't wait for the Japanese DSLR manufacturers to start manufacturing high end equipment in China. Bid Bertha golf clubs are also produced in China and it is my understanding that every time they introduce a new model, other Chinese companies are able to manufacture "knock off" clubs that are 99% as good but less than 20% of the price. Something to think about. </p>

<p>There is a huge difference between manufacturing golf clubs and cameras. It would be nice if we got 100% of the quality control of Japanese or German manufacturing at 20% of the price...and the people who make the stuff got 95% of a decent living.</p>

<p>Russ, the Koreans are already producing an 85mm F1.4 Nikon compatible lens that I have read is quite good. The may not have the AFS and VR figured out yet but they are well on the way to creating good optics. I think I read where there is also a very good 14mm FX lens available.</p>

<p>Does it have MSG?</p>

<p>I am actually surprised that instead of worrying whether Canon or Nikon has better ergonomic or better lenses to suit your needs, you're actually trying to decide on the brand based from where it's made?<br>

So let's say that you chose Canon because it's made in Japan. And then found out that your kit lenses and most other lenses you have are from Thailand? The irony...</p>

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<p>IMHO, No, it does not matter. For example my Pentax K20D is assembled in Philippines. Three of my lenses are made in Vietnam. They are the latest Pentax DA* (two) and DA (one) models. Together with the camera they are wonderful optical instruments. I am absolutely satisfied and happy with them. Cheers PN fellows!</p>