I agree. In all the years I've shot both film and DSLR I can't remember very many times I actually needed weather sealed camera and lens (and none of my bodies are though some of my Canon lenses are). I stick the camera in a big plastic bag if needed--usually carry one in my bags--particularly if hiking.Agree 100%. It's kind of unnecessary to have weather sealed lenses on a non-weather sealed camera IMO. Just adds addtional costs even if it's a great feature to have in general.
Diane