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To buy or not to but a Nikon Df
Sep 3, 2021 12:53:51 #
I found a mint Nikon Df with the "special edition" SE 50 F1.8 at the only remaining camera shop in my area. I read the review for Ken Rockwell- a very positive review. I own a D7000 and a D810 and many older film and digital cameras and have a variety of new to old AIS lenses. I mostly do portraits of people and animals and scenic photography. Should I buy this camera? If so why? Unfortunately (or fortunately) I love the gear as well as the shooting and post-shooting process.
Any ideas would be appreciated very much.
Ace
Any ideas would be appreciated very much.
Ace
Sep 3, 2021 12:55:50 #
Only you can make this decision.
--Bob
--Bob
robertneger wrote:
I found a mint Nikon Df with the "special edi... (show quote)
Sep 3, 2021 13:01:27 #
I have had one since shortly after they became available. It is an excellent camera and has the same sensor as the D4. I don't find its controls to be difficult, and I have both older and newer Nikons, others do. It is a great travel camera, but does most things well. I find it to be very attractive as well as useful for most photo genres. There won't be another like it!
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Sep 3, 2021 13:25:11 #
You already have a glorious full-frame camera in the D810. Why drop to an 16MP sensor? One goes up in pixel resolution, not down, making a D850 the logical replacement for everything you have to now sell-off.
Sep 3, 2021 13:30:22 #
I don't know how critical the MP are for many things. I have several cameras, D750, D7200, D810 with more, but very frequently go out with the DF or even D3 which has only 12.1 - purportedly an equivalent to film's capabilities. I can only say, do what works for you!
Sep 3, 2021 13:38:24 #
It's true that only you can answer the question.
The reason to buy the Df are:
1. You like its look.
2. You like its controls (if you don't like its control by all mean don't buy it. This is critical).
3. It has good low light capability.
4. You don't like video.
5. You do want a DSLR and not a mirrorless.
6. You consider no built in flash as a plus.
The reason to buy the Df are:
1. You like its look.
2. You like its controls (if you don't like its control by all mean don't buy it. This is critical).
3. It has good low light capability.
4. You don't like video.
5. You do want a DSLR and not a mirrorless.
6. You consider no built in flash as a plus.
Sep 3, 2021 14:37:52 #
Considering what you already have, adding a Nikon Df to your equipment will most likely not improve your photography in any significant manner. However, if you have always wanted to own a Df, then this may be a good opportunity to make that dream come true. Personally, I think the money would be better spent on an exciting trip with promising photo opportunities. Enrich your life with unforgettable adventures and memories, not accumulating more and more superfluous gadgets!
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Sep 3, 2021 16:22:44 #
robertneger wrote:
I found a mint Nikon Df with the "special edi... (show quote)
If you want it and can afford it then you should buy it. It has nothing to do with need, just want. Many of us enjoy collecting gear and using the gear we've collected. Like I said, if you want it and can afford it then, buy it. Nothing else really matters...
Sep 3, 2021 16:27:27 #
BebuLamar wrote:
It's true that only you can answer the question.
The reason to buy the Df are:
1. You like its look.
2. You like its controls (if you don't like its control by all mean don't buy it. This is critical).
3. It has good low light capability.
4. You don't like video.
5. You do want a DSLR and not a mirrorless.
6. You consider no built in flash as a plus.
The reason to buy the Df are:
1. You like its look.
2. You like its controls (if you don't like its control by all mean don't buy it. This is critical).
3. It has good low light capability.
4. You don't like video.
5. You do want a DSLR and not a mirrorless.
6. You consider no built in flash as a plus.
There are really only two reasons to buy the camera. 1) You want it. 2) You can afford it. Nothing else really matters and no need for justification.
Sep 3, 2021 16:28:46 #
rmorrison1116 wrote:
If you want it and can afford it then you should buy it. It has nothing to do with need, just want. Many of us enjoy collecting gear and using the gear we've collected. Like I said, if you want it and can afford it then, buy it. Nothing else really matters...
I agree. While the Df won’t outperform the 810; it is still a unique, beautiful, very good camera—worth the price if one has the disposable funds.
Sep 3, 2021 16:33:26 #
rmorrison1116 wrote:
There are really only two reasons to buy the camera. 1) You want it. 2) You can afford it. Nothing else really matters and no need for justification.
It's not justification. But if you don't like it for some of the reasons I listed you won't be happy with it and you don't want it.
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