SteveR wrote:
Marty...fyi...The new D7100 lacks the optical low pass filter all together, much like the D800e, where it is "cancelled out." I have the D800, and while I don't shoot extreme telephoto lenses, I've found the resolution to be highly superior to the D7000's 16mp. If you have the cash, I'd go for either the D800 or D800e. Skip the D600. Although it's a great camera, you'll need a rugged camera like the D800.
As far as insurance goes, I've been able to insure $3000 of equipment for $5/mo. as a rider to my State Farm homeowners policy. It's my understanding that $5000 in coverage would not be that much more expensive. It covers all kinds of loss or damage and there is no deductible. You might check to see what kind of coverage you can get through your homeowners with an add-on rider.
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Thanks Steve,
Great info,...
Our situation is a little different though,...My wife and I are considered professional photographers because we make our income in photography,.... due to our publishing a photography magazine primarily.
We also have Helen's and my computers, all office equipment as well as Helen's and my photo equipment insured on the same policy.
So our premium output was a consideration when we under valued select pieces of our gear. No crystal ball here, unfortunately.
Neither of us sell "any" photography AT ALL,...no income there.
I consider myself an advanced enthusiast at best.
Sure I'd like to sell a few images here and there,.who wouldn't,......I'd like to win the lottery too.
We do work with many professionals who write columns, submit articles and images for consideration in the magazine.
As I had mentioned on page 2 of this post,...we've been NANPA members for 11 years and met our insurance needs thru them.
One shoe doesn't fit everyones needs.
Listening to everyone here on UHH opens many up possibilities thanks to the cumulative experiences of all participating.
Not one of us can know all options available on anything,..how often do you see something better,..after you've make your best shot decision and parted with some serious $$$$.
I try to learn from others experiences,...and similarly share mine for others to do the same.
I really am enjoying all the comments and interest this has generated.
Thank you all.
Marty