Camera consolidation? (Page 2): Bill, thanks for your input. I do have a lot of lenses, and am aware of the FTZ adapter so I can use my lenses. I think I may rent one for the weekend...

Ben's nana Loc: Chesterland, Ohio

billnikon wrote:

YES. I own both the D500 and the D850. I use the D... (show quote)

Bill, thanks for your input. I do have a lot of lenses, and am aware of the FTZ adapter so I can use my lenses. I think I may rent one for the weekend and use it multiple situations and see.
Fran

Old44

I just swapped my D750 and D500 for the D780 and my initial impression is that I didn't get much more than I had. I don't do video, at which the D780 excels. But handling and autofocus are no better than the D500 and the image quality no better than the D750. The D750 felt lighter (although they weigh the same) and easier carry around. I'm not sure I mad a wise decision.

ELNikkor

If you use the built-in flash on the D750, you won't have one if you get the D850. If that is not important to you, by all means, the D850 will be the only camera you need.

photoman43

I have both the D500 and D850 used mostly for nature and wildlife. Both are often used at the same time, with different lenses and different frames per second. I love the fact that that the controls and the AF system are the same on both cameras.

If you only want one body and need only one body, the D850 is the one I would choose as it shoots in FX and DX modes. But if your primary use is for action shooting needing fast fps, then I would pick the D500.

Only you can make this decision.

Ben's nana Loc: Chesterland, Ohio

Old44 wrote:

I just swapped my D750 and D500 for the D780 and my initial impression is that I didn't get much more than I had. I don't do video, at which the D780 excels. But handling and autofocus are no better than the D500 and the image quality no better than the D750. The D750 felt lighter (although they weigh the same) and easier carry around. I'm not sure I mad a wise decision.

Old44, interesting that you didn't see much difference. I don't know that I am any closer to a decision, but I think I need to handle a D850 before I proceed
Fran

Ben's nana Loc: Chesterland, Ohio

ELNikkor wrote:

If you use the built-in flash on the D750, you won't have one if you get the D850. If that is not important to you, by all means, the D850 will be the only camera you need.

Thanks for your input, ElNikkor. I lot more to consider than I originally thought.
Fran

Ben's nana Loc: Chesterland, Ohio

photoman43 wrote:

I have both the D500 and D850 used mostly for natu... (show quote)

Thanks Photoman, I think I need to give this some more thought and more hands on evaluation of all three
Fran

The Capt.

I don't have the D750 or D500 so I can't say anything about them but with the D850 you get multiple sensor sizes and when using the DX sensor when set up properly you can get up to 30 fps. There is another option that will give you 15 fps. When I set it up correctly I can get little to no noise at 25600 ISO. Video options seem to be quite good also. However many people find setting it up to take full advantage of its capabilities somewhat difficult, I would suggest getting the book "Mastering the Nikon D850" by Darrel Young.

Ben's nana Loc: Chesterland, Ohio

The Capt. wrote:

I don't have the D750 or D500 so I can't say anyth... (show quote)

Thank, Capt. I am going to play with for a weekend , If I get it, I will definitely will look into it
Fran

rmalarz Loc: Tempe, Arizona

Definitely. I've been using a D850 for a couple of years now. It's a great camera.
--Bob

Ben's nana wrote:

I've decided I have too much stuff. I have a nikon D750, which has been my primary camera. My kids were serious athletes, so I have a D500 that I've used for sports and for macro. I still do some sports, but not nearly as much. I'm thinking of selling the 2 and just getting a D850. I've read nothing but good things about the D850. So here's my question, especially for those of you who have used the D850...would the upgrade be worthwhile. Thanks
Fran

teacuppic

Ben's nana wrote:

I've decided I have too much stuff. I have a nikon D750, which has been my primary camera. My kids were serious athletes, so I have a D500 that I've used for sports and for macro. I still do some sports, but not nearly as much. I'm thinking of selling the 2 and just getting a D850. I've read nothing but good things about the D850. So here's my question, especially for those of you who have used the D850...would the upgrade be worthwhile. Thanks
Fran

Last summer, 2019, I passed a man coming out of a store with his 850. I was carrying my wonderful Z7. As we passed, I noted his camera and said, “Oooh, you have the magnificent 850.” Simultaneously he said, “ Oooh, you have that great Z7!” Maybe it was “the grass is always greener” syndrome for both of us. You have the whole camera world from which to choose, and you already have an amazing combination. Just enjoy the hunt. I think you’re using wisdom to try out different options. You’ll know when you find your camera. Let us know what you decide.

Ben's nana Loc: Chesterland, Ohio

teacuppic wrote:

Last summer, 2019, I passed a man coming out of a ... (show quote)

Thank you, I will let you know. I might rent one next weekend.
Fran