Hi all. I'm new here and have been fiddling with the Poser 4 demo. I'm looking for some advice on which version to get.

Mostly, I'm planning on using Poser as a substitute for live models for my 2d photoshop work. So, high quality 3d rendering isn't a requirement. However, having figures which pose realistically, and can be scaled through a wide variety of types (ie. skinny, muscular, etc) is important to me. I don't have the 3d experience (or software) to create external morphs, so 'out of the box' morphing is important.

It seems to me that Poser 5 adds a lot of 3d ability, so I'm leaning towards 4 (plus the price tag is more attractive for a hobbyist like me). But, will I regret not getting the latest version? With either version, will I need to get Michael and Victoria to get the variety in physiques, or do the standard Poser models accomodate that?

Also, if I go with 4 over 5, will I have trouble finding props and such? Is there a lot of items that need 5?

Thanks for any advice you can give!