Looking for my first FX camera
Sep 13, 2014 12:32:53 #
I have a D7100 and now want to expand to a Nikon FX. I have been reading about the new D750 but not sure how much I would miss the AF-on button. I would like a body whose hardware handles like the 7100. Being the amateur that I am I want to stay under $3500 (body only). With certain I want one that I will be happy with for several years and don't want to be wishing to upgrade anytime soon. Thank you for any advice that you could give me.
I primarily enjoy landscape and nature shots and will use my 7100 for macro.
I primarily enjoy landscape and nature shots and will use my 7100 for macro.
Sep 13, 2014 12:40:27 #
Razz, you just specified the D610 body. The BBF is in the same place as on the D7100. The controls on the body are almost identical. ;)
Sep 13, 2014 12:41:46 #
Razz wrote:
I have a D7100 and now want to expand to a Nikon F... (show quote)
Quick Q:
What does the camera you want do that your current camera won't deliver?
Sep 13, 2014 12:52:17 #
Your D7100 doesn't have a dedicated AF-On button, however you can program a number of buttons on any of Nikon's DSLRs to be the AF-On button. It's a very easy thing to do straight thru the menus. The D610 and the D750 are both very nice cameras with pretty much the same button layout you have on the D7100 so switching from one camera to another wouldn't mess you up switch placement/function wise. Unless you are prepared to spend some money on lenses right away or already have good FX lenses it may be prudent to stay away from the D800 series unless you want to grow into the camera and realize you won't be using the sensor to it's full potential until you have pro glass. Hope this helps
Sep 13, 2014 12:52:21 #
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Sep 13, 2014 13:24:48 #
Razz wrote:
I have a D7100 and now want to expand to a Nikon F... (show quote)
The D610 is a very nice camera, and I use it along with my D7000, since the controls are so similar. You can get a refurb for a good price, or even a new one and stay within your budget.
Sep 13, 2014 13:34:08 #
rpavich wrote:
Quick Q:
What does the camera you want do that your current camera won't deliver?
What does the camera you want do that your current camera won't deliver?
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Sep 13, 2014 13:39:51 #
Razz wrote:
Well, for one thing
.lovely bokeh.
Hmmm...your current camera won't give you that?
I'm guessing that you are buying into the myth of FF....
Sep 13, 2014 14:16:12 #
FF will give wider angles with the same lens. For landscapes that could be a plus.
Sep 13, 2014 14:18:43 #
DavidPine
Loc: Fredericksburg, TX
I don't want to create an argument or sound disrespectful but, I disagree with you. When the OP happily states he is moving from a DX to an FX, why would you step in and tell him/her it is a myth? That really sounds like a biased statement. I made the jump from a D7100 to a D800 to a D810 and I am extremely happy. If he had stated he was buying a 4/3 or a Canon FX or a whatever, he/she should be supported and congratulated. It's about making photographs and we all know that most all cameras today do a great job and the reality is that good or excellent photography is about personal skill.
rpavich wrote:
Hmmm...your current camera won't give you that?
I'm guessing that you are buying into the myth of FF....
I'm guessing that you are buying into the myth of FF....
Sep 13, 2014 14:22:16 #
DavidPine wrote:
I don't want to create an argument or sound disres... (show quote)
I fully agree David. I would never talk someone out of a full frame camera. There is a reason they are more expensive!
Sep 13, 2014 14:29:20 #
amehta
Loc: Boston
Razz wrote:
I have a D7100 and now want to expand to a Nikon F... (show quote)
A refurbished D800 would cost about the same as the D750. The D750 has the newer AF module, but that is less important for landscapes and nature, except for quick animals.
If you get a D800 series camera, I think you will find that you use that for macro too. :-)
Sep 13, 2014 14:40:57 #
DavidPine wrote:
I don't want to create an argument or sound disres... (show quote)
I'm just pointing out that there is a lot of "mythology" in going to full frame. It's not just here...it's every gear forum.
People get caught up in the hype of FF.
I'm trying to discern if the OP has some substantial reason for going to FF or if he's just "read that it makes better bokeh" or that it's "better in low light" or whatever other thing it's purported to do and is jumping the gun.
For the record, I was happy that I went to a 5DII and then a 5DIII from my T2i Rebel...but you know what?
I make just as fine pictures on my APS-C cameras and they have just as nice Bokeh and they are just as good in low light.
Sep 13, 2014 14:41:35 #
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