Cheapest/Best Nikon with Internal focusing motor
May 1, 2012 18:35:33 #
Nikonfan70 wrote:
I think 76 total
That's my issue, I can only use the af-s ones if I want auto focus and that's not nearly 76
May 1, 2012 18:36:51 #
Nikonfan70 wrote:
I'm starting to believe my 3100 is junk.
I don't think its the camera. I love my d3100 optically, I just am starting to see its shortcomings. It's not junk at all and I've read its better than the 3200 a few places
May 1, 2012 21:56:53 #
DougW
Loc: SoCal
coco1964 wrote:
quote=Nikonfan70 I'm starting to believe my 3100 ... (show quote)
Once you swallow the digital kool-aid...... more please.
May 1, 2012 22:28:23 #
Nikonfan70 wrote:
I'm starting to believe my 3100 is junk.
Pay me $20 and I'll dispose of it for you in an environmentally responsible manor :)
I have a D3000 along with my D7000 and use them both regularly. Do you drive a Mercedes? Anything else could be thought of as junk... I drive a Ford Focus, I'm happy with it, it does what it's supposed to do. My D7000 could be thought of as junk compared to many full frame cameras. The full frame cameras are thought of as junk when compared to a large format camera.
the grass is always greener - enjoy your 3100, it's a great camera. What you do with what you have is far more important than what you have.
May 1, 2012 22:32:14 #
I can relate. I bought the Nikon D5000 and 3 months later they came out with the D7000. Well I bought the D7000 and have never looked back. In fact I just bought the Nikon AF 300mm prime lens because I have the Focusing motor in camera. I bought used and still saved $400 over the AF-S Lens. Get the D7000 and you will be more than happy. And the Tokina 11-16mm works great with the camera also. PS I still have the D5000 for back-up and use it for kids and family portraits.
Stef C wrote:
I don't think its the camera. I love my d3100 optically, I just am starting to see its shortcomings. It's not junk at all and I've read its better than the 3200 a few places
Nikonfan70 wrote:
I'm starting to believe my 3100 is junk.
I don't think its the camera. I love my d3100 optically, I just am starting to see its shortcomings. It's not junk at all and I've read its better than the 3200 a few places
May 1, 2012 22:49:30 #
Well,..it's time for me to "chime" in. Anyone who thinks the D3100 is junk obviously doesn't know how to make it produce....Period!
I've had the "junker" for a year and a half now. With the advice of a few of the very knowledgeable Nikon shooters here and reading some books, I get crystal-clear images in manual and the auto modes. As far as AF-S lenses, "How many do you need?" Nikon makes a nice assortment of quality lenses that will produce great images. Inferior glass on a "million-dollar" camera will still give you crappy images.
That said, I'd like to have the faster Ferrari or Lamborghini, but realistically I proudly drive a GMC.
I've had the "junker" for a year and a half now. With the advice of a few of the very knowledgeable Nikon shooters here and reading some books, I get crystal-clear images in manual and the auto modes. As far as AF-S lenses, "How many do you need?" Nikon makes a nice assortment of quality lenses that will produce great images. Inferior glass on a "million-dollar" camera will still give you crappy images.
That said, I'd like to have the faster Ferrari or Lamborghini, but realistically I proudly drive a GMC.
May 1, 2012 22:53:02 #
Nikon_DonB wrote:
That said, I'd like to have the faster Ferrari or Lamborghini, but realistically I proudly drive a GMC.
That said, I'd like to have the faster Ferrari or Lamborghini, but realistically I proudly drive a GMC.
...and your repair bills are probably a lot less!
May 1, 2012 22:55:41 #
GoofyNewfie wrote:
...and your repair bills are probably a lot less!
Nikon_DonB wrote:
That said, I'd like to have the faster Ferrari or Lamborghini, but realistically I proudly drive a GMC.
That said, I'd like to have the faster Ferrari or Lamborghini, but realistically I proudly drive a GMC.
...and your repair bills are probably a lot less!
I just change the oil and do basic maintenance. It's still on warranty, Goofie.
May 2, 2012 21:03:22 #
coco1964 wrote:
quote=Stef C quote=coco1964 quote=Stef C I am g... (show quote)
Don't disagree about overlap and hoarding, but the Nikkor 50mm 1.8 is out of a CJ box? C'mon man!
May 2, 2012 21:03:23 #
coco1964 wrote:
quote=Stef C quote=coco1964 quote=Stef C I am g... (show quote)
Don't disagree about overlap and hoarding, but the Nikkor 50mm 1.8 is out of a CJ box? C'mon man!
May 2, 2012 22:12:49 #
Stef C wrote:
That's my issue, I can only use the af-s ones if I want auto focus and that's not nearly 76
Nikonfan70 wrote:
I think 76 total
That's my issue, I can only use the af-s ones if I want auto focus and that's not nearly 76
Stef I did exactly what you're contemplating and for many of the same reasons. I had a D40 and wanted more so purchased a refurbed D90 right before the tsunami/flood Nikon experienced so I got it at $200 less than its going for now. You wouldn't go wrong with a D90 and you could find one used, but you'd have more growing room with the D7000.
I've picked up a bunch of AF glass at great prices and with two bodies I can spread them out.
May 3, 2012 13:36:31 #
Nikonfan70
Loc: Long Island
I checked out the new "wonderful" 3200 at several places. It is selling for LIST.(699,95) THe 3100 is 549.00 I think I will hang on to the 3100, it works for me.
May 3, 2012 13:45:54 #
Stef C wrote:
I am getting so sick of being limited to "AF-S" for autofocus with my D3100. There are so many cheaper options that are older models of just "AF"
I really am considering giving the D3100 a boot in exchange for an upgrade. Any recommendations on a DSLR with interal focus motor.. I'm not sure I can afford the D7000 at this point..
I really am considering giving the D3100 a boot in exchange for an upgrade. Any recommendations on a DSLR with interal focus motor.. I'm not sure I can afford the D7000 at this point..
NikonRumors announced that D5200 may will come this summer. If D5200 is high rate than Canon, I will consider to upgrade to d5200 from my canon. I have been Canon lover for over 35 years. I can be patient to wait for it than having regret for rush buying T3i.
:wink:
May 12, 2012 11:58:35 #
Greg
Loc: Maryland
MT Shooter wrote:
quote=GoofyNewfie quote=MT Shooter quote=GoofyN... (show quote)
MT, I've seen some shot's that looked great. Now what I DON'T know is how much PP went into the pic to make it look great. That said, there is still a use for it. There are going to be times when if you can't push the ISO that high, you have no shot instead of a mediocre shot that you may be able to save in PP. Or you could be in a situation where one needs to be able to get a picture no matter if it's grainy, and flash isn't an option (think detective work). So I think there is a use for it, just not a general use for most people.
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