BobSgt Loc: Oceanside, CA

How many Nikons does it take to convince my wife that a new Nikon D5 will be a good purchase? If it arrives at $8000.00 I think Nikon needs to introduce MORE cameras this year to make the following case.

If I don't buy a
$3000 nikon D810 or a
$2300 nikon D750 or a
$1200 nikon D7200 or a ?

So far I am at least $1500 shy on this rationalization and since I already have a Df I can't use that in the process

SteveR Loc: Michigan

Just curious...other than fps, what does it do that the 810 doesn't do? Do you use it professionally?

MT Shooter Loc: Montana

With the Olympics coming in 2016, a D5 is pretty much a sure bet! The D3300 is due for an upgrade very soon. The Df is also in line for a touch-up, but probably not until next year. And the D9300 is still a very good possibility. If it comes out, it will make a BIG splash for sure. There has also been a persistant rumor of a new entry level D1000 for awhile now. Anything is possible!

Macronaut Loc: Redondo Beach,Ca.

I say, buy the 810 and use the change for glass.

4ellen4 Loc: GTA--Ontario

Get her an expensive fur coat or diamond ring at the same time and you are in the clear

Why not go for the D4--it is what a lot of pros are currently using

wingclui44 Loc: CT USA

If you already have the Df which you like, why should you looking for the other. I have the Df and love it, I don't care what's coming. This is only marketing, they bring up new product every month, they will be very happy if everyone go out to buy them. Spend your money wisely!

BobSgt Loc: Oceanside, CA

In answer to your questions:

Am I a pro? No just a retired guy with sufficient resources to make a purchase like this along with some new glass. Also blessed with a wife who would rather go hiking than have diamonds and furs. She was the best decision I ever made 31 years ago.

A D810 is a good choice and under serious consideration. Shooting in DX1.2 mode it could almost fill the long sought D400/D9300. I have thought seriously about this but know that if I pull the trigger on that I am not going to be able to respond to a D5 GAS attack. See the nikon rumors website for the rumored D5 specs

I have a Df which I bought as a travel camera while Nikon sorted out their lineup (d400, what sensor will be used on the next pro body, etc) I usully keep my 35-70 f2.8 on it and it is my go to camera if I am not going to travel with a kit of lenses tripod etc. the Df gives me the D4 sensor but it really lacks in its focus system and slower shutter. The D810 would be a much better focus system with DX reach advantages.

Do I need 15 fps, probably not but I do want at least 8 fps or better. would I like a 172 point focus system, absolutely. Having a shutter speed of 1/8000 would be great. Is 20 mp enough, yes in my view more than enough, and it will probably support a big buffer With excellent ISO and dynamic range.

At 65, it will be the camera that carries me into old age when it becomes to heavy to carry around. So the choice I make when it becomes available will need to be a good one. By the time the D5 comes out, it will be between the D5, the D810 or a D400/D9300

BobSgt Loc: Oceanside, CA

By the way my photography covers a broad range; surfing, birds and BIF, landscape, street, flora and fauna of all sorts:

Can be seen on my website
Http://bobsergeantphotography.com
or on Facebook under the same bob sergeant photography

OddJobber Loc: Portland, OR

Think outside the box, Bob. Concentrate on not buying lenses instead of not buying cameras.

Practice this script.
"Dear Wifey, I've decided to not spend $12,000 on a 400mm f/2.8 VR lens. Instead, I'm only going to spend $8,000 on a new D5. I'll save $4,000! BTW, Dear, here's a new walking stick for you. Now go take a hike."
:XD: :XD:

larryim Loc: Ohio

OddJobber, I think that you have just won the award for the best response ever! :-)

cmikal

I bought some expensive stuff a few years back. It was unrelated to photography, but in my view a necessary purchase that my wife did not view in the same light. (A tractor and accessories). Unknown to me at the time was that my tractor came accessorized with new living room furniture.

BobSgt Loc: Oceanside, CA

Love the responses. At some point she will get a new living room set anyway. I decided the strategy will go out of the box. I will take her to a local Tesla show room. That should give me latitude for a D5 and a 400 mm f2.8 fl

SharpShooter Loc: NorCal

Bob, your strategy is all screwed up!!
Buy her a new car of her choosing. BUT, before you do, buy the camera and lens combo of your lust and put it in the trunk. Then simply say, " look honey, this model comes with a camera"!! Problem solved!! :lol:
But seriously, have you ever shot with a pro camera? Most are shocked at how big and heavy they are. Kind of like when they get a 70-200 2.8 lens. There is usually a bit of size shock! But a pro body with a 2.8 is super size shock.
When I got my 200mm 1.8, I was really ready for the weight of the lens, but still, I was shocked at just how much 7 pounds was in a lens 8 inches long and that was without the hood!! :lol:
SS

bdk Loc: Sanibel Fl.

I went to your web site, it was loading VERY slow so I only checked out the NJ shots. I liked the dead horseshoe crab....as for the camera, lifes too short, if you want it, buy it. My hobby is a tad more expensive than buying a camera. my next purchase for that hobby will be in the 85 to 100K range.....Fortunately my wife is behind me 100% on that purchase....

BobSgt Loc: Oceanside, CA

Yes I understand the size and weight. I have an F5 and an 80-200 f2.8 It is a beast. But a great beast.

Yes I know it is loading slowly. Sorry. An other days project.

My wife is very supportive. Last year I talked about a gimbal. For Christmas after much research on her part she bought me a weatherly gimbal. After receiving I explained it was overkill for my largest lens a 300mm f4, so I need to get a 400+mm anyway. So a D5 will balance well. I don't expect this to be light, but yes I do understand the weight