R.G. Loc: Scotland

I had to go through a process of justifying the expenditure when I bought my D5200. I would have loved to go FF or even just opt for a D7100, but for a relatively modest outlay I got a very reasonable camera and lens. (If you can believe some sources, there's not a huge amount of difference between the image quality of a D5200 and more expensive alternatives. I've never done a side-by-side comparison, so I can't comment).

Coming to the point, if you were a professional photographer you would be justified in opting for the D750 or some other expensive alternative, but you're an amateur, and the main judge of your work will be yourself. As an alternative to having to have the best, you could just learn to not be too obsessive about image quality. A D7200 will NOT give you bad results, so perhaps the best answer is to learn to develop a sensible level of tolerance towards owning something that isn't the best of the best.

Going by the reports, the D750 has exceptional low light performance, but then again the D7200 is being touted as being good in that department as well. It sounds like you're comparing a good camera with one of the best, so there's no reason why the D7200 should come out of that comparison looking bad.

It's your money, but somewhere in the back of your mind you'll have to justify the significant expense of going FF - if that's what you choose. I've learned to be happy with the less-than-perfect (but still very good) performance of my D5200, with its impressive dynamic range and perfectly adequate functionality.

JayB Loc: Northeast US

This is not a logical process. Nothing said or not said will stop you from what you want. That said, it's still a great process for crystalizing this reality for you. Enjoy!

jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY

That's a big plus. I have a Sony with a tilt screen, and it makes a huge difference in high or low shooting.

sirlensalot Loc: Arizona

750 of course. Your 7100 makes a great crop sensor back up for the FF.
Best of both worlds IMHO.

BboH Loc: s of 2/21, Ellicott City, MD

I have both FX and DX and use them both, depending upon what I want to do at the moment.

Digger1 Loc: Minneapolis, Minnesota

So Larry - here is 2 cents. I went to my local camera store yesterday. I compared a 750 to a 7100 (assumes 7200 will be same in size/weight as 7100) side by side with identical lenses. 750 was noticeably heavier to hold in my hand. Also we discussed file size relating to my current computer. 750 has way bigger files and 7200 will have smaller files. Bigger files mean more real estate consumed on my hard drive etc. I have to have one camera or the other because most of my lenses are "D" which means I need the motor in the camera for AF function. In exact same lighting, AF function was faster in the 750 than the 7100. I was told the 7200 will have same focus, processor and some other things and so it "should be" just as fast as the 750. The biggest DIFFERENCE between the 750 and the 7200 is supposed to be the SIZE of the pixel. Hence, greater or superior low light performance. I really liked the light weight package in the 7100 and both cameras will offer the low light sensitivity that I want. I am really leaning to the 7200 because I think it will meet MY needs and save a bunch of $$$. Gentle photo enthusiasts: I hope my logic is sound and my facts are correct.

Jeep for Larry Loc: Grapevine, Texas

Thanks for the input

Jeep for Larry Loc: Grapevine, Texas

I've been pretty happy with my D5200 but after playing with a D750 and also taking an "advanced camera" class put on by Fort Worth Camera I am looking for the more advanced features of either the D750 or D7200. I.E. the commander flash control, faster AF, better low light/less noise higher ISO etc. I know that FF is significantly more expensive both camera and lens, but I am still thinking I would regret not jumping in.

Jeep for Larry Loc: Grapevine, Texas

Yes, I am enjoying the inputs

Jeep for Larry Loc: Grapevine, Texas

I have D5200 that will be my backup, but same consideration.

Jeep for Larry Loc: Grapevine, Texas

That's what I'm thinking

Jeep for Larry Loc: Grapevine, Texas

Thanks for the input. Those larger pixels are 'calling me'. And I was seriously impressed with the AF I tried on the D750 with the 24-120mm F4 lens.

noel Loc: Virginia

Together with your present lenses and future 10-24 nikkor,
I think you won't be disappointed with the D 7200 which is
a big jump from your D5200.

James R. Kyle Loc: Saint Louis, Missouri (A Suburb of Ferguson)

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Canon 5D Mark III with a Canon 24-105 lens. And save up to get the 70-200 lens.


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I am joking of course....

Get what you are comfortable with - Try Out Everything..

Including a Canon :-)

wlgoode Loc: Globe, AZ

And FX is second class to medium format, medium format to 4x5, and on and on.