Nikon D5500, D5600 or D7200
Mar 20, 2017 08:00:59 #
I like my d500 with its touch screen, tilting monitor, high iso, 4 pre programmable menu, settings and quick focus. but both the D5600 and D7200 have more pixels and cost much less than the larger and heavier $1999.95 D500. I suggest you read reviews of all and compare all three at the Nikon site.
Mar 20, 2017 08:02:05 #
teranz wrote:
Hi all, this is my first post, but I've been lurki... (show quote)
The refurb market varies constantly - from nothing available to a large selection - so it pays to shop around. Look at Cameta.
http://www.cameta.com/index.cfm?fa=display.search&page=1&keywords=d7200%20refurbished
Also -
Read comparisons and specs, and decide what features are important to you.
(Reviews) https://www.youtube.com/user/TheCameraStoreTV/videos
http://www.cameradecision.com/
http://cameras.reviewed.com/
http://camerasize.com/
http://www.imaging-resource.com/IMCOMP/COMPS01.HTM
http://snapsort.com/compare
http://www.dpreview.com/products/compare/cameras?utm_campaign=internal-link&utm_source=mainmenu&utm_medium=text&ref=mainmenu
Mar 20, 2017 08:13:22 #
Get a refurbished nikon D7100 and be happy the rest of your life ,I got one could not tell from new ! I use it more than my D 600 !!
Mar 20, 2017 08:16:39 #
CO wrote:
The Nikon D3xxx and D5xxx series cameras have a pe... (show quote)
None of which affect the images you can take or how you how you feel walking around with it for a few hours.
I recommend a refurb D5500 if you can find one.
I gave the reasons here: http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-448571-6.html
Mar 20, 2017 08:45:30 #
teranz wrote:
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If you have the older Nikon lenses then get the D7200 as it will work with your older lenses and the 5xxx and 3xxx won't.
Mar 20, 2017 08:49:11 #
rdubreuil
Loc: Dummer, NH USA
Hands down, the D7200. Teranz with the experience you already possess, you'll soon run into the limitations of the 3xxx/5xxx series in flexibility, shooting options and customizable functionality. You can use your vintage glass on any of them but, I think you'd get more bang for your buck from the D7200. If you're lenses aren't already auto focus, which I'm guessing they aren't, you'll really appreciate the ability to buy older quality Nikon glass as in the D series of lenses which require in camera focusing motor of which the D3xxx/D5xxx don't have. Again, hands down go with the D7200, and if you feel you need it get an extended warranty of some sort for peace of mind. I'd also steer you towards refurbished over gray market for the obvious issues of repair should something happen to your camera. Best of luck in you're decision and happy shooting.
Mar 20, 2017 08:50:59 #
Nikon d7200 refurb is 719.00 from Nikon. Sale ends today. No regrets.
Mar 20, 2017 08:52:29 #
rdubreuil
Loc: Dummer, NH USA
Architect1776 wrote:
If you have the older Nikon lenses then get the D7200 as it will work with your older lenses and the 5xxx and 3xxx won't.
Not true, the lenses will work fine on those series of cameras too. They become straight up manual and may or may not have the ability to convey exposure information to the camera but, they certainly will work. Manual focus/Manual aperture.
Mar 20, 2017 08:58:14 #
cmcaroffino
Loc: Sebring, FL
Like you I am in my seventies. I had the Nikon D5500 and really liked it, small, light, liked the grip, liked the touch screen, my minor gripes were the numbers in the viewfinder were hard to see and a black bar covered the bottom on the playback screen but a great camera. I now have a D7200 and really like it also. I have a couple of favorite AIS manual focus lenses which meter with the D7200 and not on the D5500, the 28mm and 55mm micro. The layout is almost identical to the D750 which I also have, better viewfinder, better autofocus etc. So for me the D7200 worked out better but it is really a matter of personal choice I like both cameras The picture quality is the same from both cameras. I would go to a store and handle them both and see what feels best to you.
Mar 20, 2017 09:10:08 #
Having moved from a D5x00 to a D7100 a few years ago, I say go with the D7200. Wonderful camera and won't leave you wanting (except perhaps for the articulated LCD - you'll have to make that choice.)
Mar 20, 2017 09:24:19 #
I just treated myself to a refurbished D7200 from Nikon and it's just about the best camera I've ever had.
Sarge69
Sarge69
Mar 20, 2017 09:24:54 #
Teranz -
Last spring, my best friend and I upgraded our cameras. He bought the 7200 while I opted for the 5500. Both have the same sensor and take the same quality pictures but the 7200 has more bells and whistles (like an internal focus motor) and I'll be the first to admit it's superior to the 5500 in some areas. On the other hand, the 5500 is lighter, more compact and easier to carry around and the more I use its touch screen, the more I like that feature..which is lacking on the 7200. If weight and ease of use is important, go with the 5500 or 5600. If you want a model with a "big camera heft", go with the 7200. You'll like either, though.
Last spring, my best friend and I upgraded our cameras. He bought the 7200 while I opted for the 5500. Both have the same sensor and take the same quality pictures but the 7200 has more bells and whistles (like an internal focus motor) and I'll be the first to admit it's superior to the 5500 in some areas. On the other hand, the 5500 is lighter, more compact and easier to carry around and the more I use its touch screen, the more I like that feature..which is lacking on the 7200. If weight and ease of use is important, go with the 5500 or 5600. If you want a model with a "big camera heft", go with the 7200. You'll like either, though.
Mar 20, 2017 09:35:51 #
rdubreuil wrote:
Not true, the lenses will work fine on those series of cameras too. They become straight up manual and may or may not have the ability to convey exposure information to the camera but, they certainly will work. Manual focus/Manual aperture.
No meter, no af, no function except aperture I believe.
They fit but do not work.
Mar 20, 2017 09:41:05 #
Go for it. It seems to be the camera you want.
If your old lenses are AI or AI-S they will fit the camera and it is just a matter of programming non CPU lenses in the menus. It will be like the old times with manual focus and changing apertures by hand but the enjoyment will be there. I have an old 1972 Nikon 50mm f1.4 S lens that I had converted and I use it a lot with my full frame camera. Single coated lens so I cannot use it against the light if not taking precautions but the images are superb in quality. I can say the same of my 1968 Nikon 105mm f2.5 also AI converted.
You will be very happy.
If your old lenses are AI or AI-S they will fit the camera and it is just a matter of programming non CPU lenses in the menus. It will be like the old times with manual focus and changing apertures by hand but the enjoyment will be there. I have an old 1972 Nikon 50mm f1.4 S lens that I had converted and I use it a lot with my full frame camera. Single coated lens so I cannot use it against the light if not taking precautions but the images are superb in quality. I can say the same of my 1968 Nikon 105mm f2.5 also AI converted.
You will be very happy.
Mar 20, 2017 09:43:02 #
teranz wrote:
I should add that I meant the articulated screen on the Nikon D5500 or D5600. The D7200 doesn't have one, which was the point intended.
The D7xxx series can use you film lenses, but not the others. Get a refurbished D7200 or D7100
I use a D7000 and use a combination FX and DX lenses
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