Nikon D90 question
Jan 1, 2017 20:43:11 #
When I retired, I found out that because I had flown so many miles for my employer, I had unknowingly accumulated just over a third of a million Aeroplan miles. Whoop-de-doo! After many years as a Minolta enthusiast, and 10 or so years with a Pentax P&S, I decided to dive into the DSLR pond. The only camera available with Aeroplan miles at that time was a Nikon D90 with the 18-105mm kit lens. Now, after 5yrs or so, I am more than satisfied with the D90 body and have yet to fully explore all the features available. I have also added a 70-300mm and a 55mm Micro-Nikkor lens to my arsenal. I understand that the D90 is now no longer available, but would like to know where in the hierarchy of Nikon cameras would the D90 fit? I am not independently wealthy, but I feel a GAS attack coming on. So my question is, do I squander my meagre funds on a 'better' body, or on some lens that will take me somewhere I can't get to now?
The D90 was fine at the time because the price was right, but could I do better?
The D90 was fine at the time because the price was right, but could I do better?
Jan 1, 2017 20:52:37 #
Above the D80.
The next in that line after the D90 was the D7000, I believe.
Nikon has since replaced that with the 7100 and now 7200. There Imlay be a 7300, not sure if it's available yet.
The top of the line DX body was the D300s and was a step above the D90 and had essentially the same features with a different button layout and better build quality.
It has finally been replaced with the D500.
The next in that line after the D90 was the D7000, I believe.
Nikon has since replaced that with the 7100 and now 7200. There Imlay be a 7300, not sure if it's available yet.
The top of the line DX body was the D300s and was a step above the D90 and had essentially the same features with a different button layout and better build quality.
It has finally been replaced with the D500.
Jan 1, 2017 20:53:21 #
To my way of thinking the D90 is the equivalent of the D7100/7200. They were basically top of the line when they were out. That would put the D90 in the enthusiast class. The controls are almost identical and they both can use lenses without the focus motor in the lens. Either the D7100 or D7200 would be a fairly inexpensive upgrade to the D90. Thats my story & I'm sticking to it.
Jan 1, 2017 20:57:46 #
I recommend the D7200. I love mine. Good in low light and much larger buffer and newer sensor than the D7100. Just my opinion, though. You must do your own research and decide what fits your needs and budget. Good luck and have fun.
Jan 1, 2017 21:00:37 #
After my beloved D-90 was stolen, I bought the D-7200. It was a great step up and my photography has improved since.
And the D-7200 will use all your current lenses, too.
And the D-7200 will use all your current lenses, too.
Jan 1, 2017 21:12:25 #
Jan 1, 2017 21:22:51 #
What made everybody "wet" about the D90 was the increase to 12MP and adding video to the Nikon moderate DSLR line. Not much other than that, I had the D80 which was sufficient and thus not drawn to the 12 MP... Hated video and could not envision spending good money for that feature. d
If I were looking to really replace the D90... one good option would be a Nikon D300S refurb, or a D7100/D7200. Above that it's a mere wallet decision. The more money you are willing to throw at the decision, the higher up the scale you go.
Or, find a refurbished D90 from Nikon and buy glass.
If I were looking to really replace the D90... one good option would be a Nikon D300S refurb, or a D7100/D7200. Above that it's a mere wallet decision. The more money you are willing to throw at the decision, the higher up the scale you go.
Or, find a refurbished D90 from Nikon and buy glass.
Jan 1, 2017 21:23:22 #
I still own a working D90 that was my first Serious DSLR.
Don't be in rush to upgrade. The D90 will serve you well as a great learning camera until you have a clear understanding of what you want from digital photography.
Don't be in rush to upgrade. The D90 will serve you well as a great learning camera until you have a clear understanding of what you want from digital photography.
Jan 1, 2017 21:27:29 #
After using Nikon film cameras for early 60 years I too went DSLR with the D90. I liked it so well I have two bodies and a multitude of lens. Not being a professional it truly meets all my requirements. Instead of camera upgrades I have chosen upgrades of lens. Hope this helps. Good luck with your delimma.
Jan 1, 2017 21:48:28 #
I think that good advice. I had a D90 and really liked it. My grandson was showing an interest in photography. I gave him the camera and bought a D610. The D90 will do everything you want. Buy good a good lens
Jan 2, 2017 00:40:24 #
Bram boy
Loc: Vancouver Island B.C. Canada
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There's nothing wrong with the d90 , I have two of them for the last 6years paid close to $1300 for the first one with the short zoom that came with it , the second one I bought used about a year later , she was asking $650 for body as she had alread sold the two lenses she had , it was like new had less than 3000 actuation
On shutter , I offered her $400 she said no , a week later the phone rang and she still had and said I can have it for$400 . I haven't had a bit of trouble with eather .
It has the same sensor as the D300 and the pic it takes are identical to the D300
I was almost going t get a d300s about three years ago but I read a note that Thom Hogen wroth , he said if your upgrading a d90 don't get a D300 s the d7000
Was out and he said get its has better electronics and more advanced in a few other things , but if I was to upgrade I would get a d7200 or a referb D500 in a couple years .
Jan 2, 2017 01:05:11 #
I own a D90, where the sensor is 12Mp. The D7200 is 24.2Mp, which is helpful in cropping.
Jan 2, 2017 06:17:09 #
paulrph1
Loc: Washington, Utah
Had D90 for years but wanted to upgrade to a FF and so I opted for a D750 which I love even more than my D90. I cannot fault my D90 however and gave it to my son who gave his D80 to my daughter. So all are happy. If you lenses are DX, purchase another DX camera like the D500. Otherwise you will have more than a minor GAS attack. You will have to replace everything. BTW a D90 is consider an advanced amateur camera.
Jan 2, 2017 06:24:24 #
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Before you buy, read some comparisons.
Read comparisons and specs, and decide what features are important to you.
(Reviews) https://www.youtube.com/user/TheCameraStoreTV/videos
http://cameras.reviewed.com/
http://camerasize.com/
http://www.imaging-resource.com/IMCOMP/COMPS01.HTM
http://snapsort.com/compare
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Jan 2, 2017 06:31:17 #
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The D90 is a fine camera. I wouldn't spend a lot of money unless it won't do something you really want to do. I shot a D90 for two full years before I discovered Darrell Young's book, Mastering the Nikon D90. Buying that book gave me the tools to exploit much more of my D90 than I knew existed.
The newer cameras do have some great features. At this stage, a Nikon D3400 would probably get you everything you could want. Check out http://www.kenrockwell.com/nikon/d3400.htm . Ken Rockwell has been my goto advisor for years. He has never steered me wrong.
The D3400 is on sale at Costco for <$600 in a kit with two lenses. (Your lenses will also work)
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