I Need a new Camera... which one?
Apr 7, 2015 12:19:07 #
I have had and loved my Nikon D-90. I dropped it and need a new camera. I have been reading about the Nikon D5300, D5500,
and D7100 and still am not sure which one is best for me. I have to stay with Nikon because I have good lenses and I have been shooting with Nikons for 40 years. Any suggestions. I am a semi pro and selling thru art galleries and high end retail. I want a good camera that is not too complicated. I know, they all are complicated. Any other Nikons I should research? Oh and I am small and can't handle a big beefy camera. D-90 was ok. about 1.5 pounds. Thank you
and D7100 and still am not sure which one is best for me. I have to stay with Nikon because I have good lenses and I have been shooting with Nikons for 40 years. Any suggestions. I am a semi pro and selling thru art galleries and high end retail. I want a good camera that is not too complicated. I know, they all are complicated. Any other Nikons I should research? Oh and I am small and can't handle a big beefy camera. D-90 was ok. about 1.5 pounds. Thank you
Apr 7, 2015 12:25:09 #
larimarpugs
Loc: california
I have really bad hands and am pretty computer dumb...but can handle and understand the new D810 --GREAT camera....
Apr 7, 2015 12:44:00 #
I do not think that the Nikon D7100 is too much camera for you. I have had mine for three months and I live every aspect of this marvelous instrument.
Rent one for a few days, read the manual and go for it. If you had the D90 you already have DX lenses...go for it.
Rent one for a few days, read the manual and go for it. If you had the D90 you already have DX lenses...go for it.
Apr 7, 2015 12:57:03 #
Thanks I am going to a camera store to try them and get the feel of them all.
I walk around with the camera and no tripod so I need a manageable one
I liked the D7100 also.
I walk around with the camera and no tripod so I need a manageable one
I liked the D7100 also.
Apr 7, 2015 12:58:09 #
I just read about the D810 Sounds like a great camera, but truthfully it is a bit heavy and big for my use. Walking around and no tripod. Thank you for responding.
Apr 7, 2015 13:12:50 #
As far as performance of those cameras you mentioned, the D7100 would be your best bet but you also mentioned, size is a factor. The D7100 is bigger than the D5300 and the D5500 and there isn't a whole lot of differance between those two although I think the D5500 is slightly amaller than the D5300. Hope this helps.
Apr 7, 2015 13:36:48 #
DollyLanna wrote:
I have had and loved my Nikon D-90. I dropped it ... (show quote)
I'd say the first picture was taken in Toronto. The second one would just be a guess.
The D7100 is a fine camera, and the weight shouldn't be a problem. The D750 costs more, but it's about the same size and weight.
Apr 7, 2015 13:40:13 #
Apr 7, 2015 14:02:03 #
Yes, but this accident happened when the camera with a 300mm lens attached fell out of my camera bag from off the counter. The weight of the lens pulled it down. I was careless in where I placed it. Expensive mistake.
Apr 7, 2015 14:22:41 #
If you buy the 5000 series make sure all your lense have motors or you will lose auto focus. If you go Full Frame make sure your lens will cover the sensor. If you liked your D90 you will love the D7100. Thats the jump I made. Good prices now with the D7200 out. You may want to compare the new features on the D7200 with the D7100. For me there were none that I needed. But if you fill up your buffer shooting fast it may be what you want. - Dave
Apr 7, 2015 14:56:51 #
I really think it boils down to what lens you have.
If your lens are mostly for a full frame sensor, I would suggest the D750 or D610.
If your lens are mostly for a cropped sensor, I would suggest the D7100.
Granted the FF cameras are more expensive, but in my humble opinion are well worth it. :thumbup:
Keep us informed as to your choice.
If your lens are mostly for a full frame sensor, I would suggest the D750 or D610.
If your lens are mostly for a cropped sensor, I would suggest the D7100.
Granted the FF cameras are more expensive, but in my humble opinion are well worth it. :thumbup:
Keep us informed as to your choice.
Apr 7, 2015 15:36:09 #
Same as traveler! D7100 for DX lenses and for FX, go the D610 route.
Apr 7, 2015 16:10:36 #
dsmeltz wrote:
Also think about a good strap. Most drops can be avoided by using one.
Anything from OP/TECH.
http://optechusa.com/
Apr 7, 2015 16:13:25 #
This is a good site for doing comparisons of camera sizes. Go to the bottom of the page and click on "Get Started!"
http://camerasize.com/
http://camerasize.com/
Apr 7, 2015 17:27:23 #
My sister shoots a D7100. Although I am a Canon guy, I will say that this is a great camera. It's not too big and heavy, it has great image quality, and I'm sure it would be easy enough to use with just a little practice.
Bill
Bill
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