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I Need a new Camera... which one?
Apr 8, 2015 06:47:00 #
DollyLanna wrote:
I have had and loved my Nikon D-90. I dropped it ... (show quote)
I upgraded from the D90 to the D7100 in July and LOVE IT.....im only two yrs in and wanted better low light capabilities and I found it in the D7100...a lot of features are similar to the D90...both great cameras....but U can't go wrong with the D7100....good luck with UR choice!
Apr 8, 2015 07:15:32 #
My niece recently got a new D750 and it was replacing her D700. She loves it, maybe look into that one also.
Apr 8, 2015 07:27:13 #
I sold my D700 and bought the d810. This works for me! I have the little Sony point & shoot rx100m3 as my back up. The question is what's do you want to spend, since you are already selling prints? Good luck. I love the Nikons
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Apr 8, 2015 07:37:30 #
The D7100 would be a great choice to replace the D90. You may want to consider the D7200 if you need a larger buffer.
Apr 8, 2015 07:56:40 #
I'd say your choice may well depend on your lenses. DX or FX. If DX, then I'd recommend the D7200. If FX, then D610.
Apr 8, 2015 08:00:22 #
I carried my D810 through Easter Island and hiking in Patagonia. Found it not heavy if you use a sling style camera strap.
Apr 8, 2015 08:01:14 #
Eurolux
Loc: NYC
I own the D5300 and really love the light weight and easy to handle size. However, in your case, the D7100 might be the wiser choice.
The D5300 requires lots of input to make basic adjustments when shooting in manual. The D7100 has the extra wheels to allow instant adjustments.
Others here have pointed out that the D7100 also has the focus motor, which could really be helpful if you have lenses that need it. You have a professional background and would surely prefer the features on the D7100 or any full frame.
You seem quite concerned about size. If this remains your overriding motivation and you don't mind fidgeting a little while shooting, then I can say the D5300 will give you wonderful image quality that is on par with the D7100. I will soon step up to a full frame and intend to keep my D5300 as a very capable backup.
Best of luck.
The D5300 requires lots of input to make basic adjustments when shooting in manual. The D7100 has the extra wheels to allow instant adjustments.
Others here have pointed out that the D7100 also has the focus motor, which could really be helpful if you have lenses that need it. You have a professional background and would surely prefer the features on the D7100 or any full frame.
You seem quite concerned about size. If this remains your overriding motivation and you don't mind fidgeting a little while shooting, then I can say the D5300 will give you wonderful image quality that is on par with the D7100. I will soon step up to a full frame and intend to keep my D5300 as a very capable backup.
Best of luck.
Apr 8, 2015 08:17:44 #
I went from a D70s, to a D300 & on to a D7100.... I didn't bother with any of the base model Nikons as the lack of an in camera focus motor cripples them IMHO... I have an extensive selection of older manual & auto focus lenses from my film days. The base models can mount & shoot with them, but only in manual mode & no metering either. Since I shoot a lot of macro, the DX format was perfect for my style of shooting. If you shoot lots of action or fast changing situations, then the newer lenses are better for you & the camera selection will revert to other items in the feature set. If not, the D7100 can meter with the older glass & you can save a considerable amount of money by buying slightly older MF & AF lenses with the D7100. The other big factor for me was the bigger & brighter Pentaprism of the D7100 vs the Pentamirror of the base models...
Apr 8, 2015 08:17:47 #
I have several Nikon bodies. I got a refurbished D7100 from Cameta, love it. I use it more than the other bodies now.
Apr 8, 2015 08:29:31 #
DollyLanna wrote:
I have had and loved my Nikon D-90. I dropped it ... (show quote)
Dolly, I understand your dilemma. My first DSLR was a D80. I still have it and it is my backup. Your choice will also depend on what lenses you have. If all of your lenses have built in focus motors, then the D5300 & D5500 will work fine for you. However, if some of your lenses are older lenses without focus motors, they will not focus on the D5xxx series cameras. I chose to upgrade to a D610 last year. Yes it is bigger and heavier than my D80, but I have larger hands so it hasn't been a problem to me. Also, all of the controls were very similar so it was easy to learn.
Apr 8, 2015 08:44:01 #
DollyLanna wrote:
I have had and loved my Nikon D-90. I dropped it ... (show quote)
The D7100 has been rated very highly by most users. It is probably one of Nikon's best DX offerings. Now that the D7200 is released, the price has dropped. You may save even more dollars by looking for a factory refurbished unit, and I would suggest Cameta Camera or Nikon USA if you choose to follow this path. Good luck with your new camera.
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Apr 8, 2015 08:56:48 #
Ranjan
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traveler90712 wrote:
I really think it boils down to what lens you have.
If your lens are mostly for a full frame sensor, I would suggest the D750 or D610.
If your lens are mostly for a cropped sensor, I would suggest the D7100.
Granted the FF cameras are more expensive, but in my humble opinion are well worth it. :thumbup:
Keep us informed as to your choice.
If your lens are mostly for a full frame sensor, I would suggest the D750 or D610.
If your lens are mostly for a cropped sensor, I would suggest the D7100.
Granted the FF cameras are more expensive, but in my humble opinion are well worth it. :thumbup:
Keep us informed as to your choice.
Isn't a newer D7200 model available now? Why is everyone recommending 7100? :?: :?: :?:
Apr 8, 2015 08:57:22 #
DollyLanna wrote:
I have had and loved my Nikon D-90. I dropped it ... (show quote)
Should I sound in? I read through several of the replys. We've got some Apples & Oranges, and Cart Before Horse going on here.
First off Nikon D5300, D5500, D7100 are APS-C / Cropped Factor / DX bodies. The Nikon D610, D810, D750, D3, D4 are all Full Frame / FX bodies. If the OP still has some of his original vintage 40 year old "film" lenses they might still be usable on many newer Nikons. If he did not know, there are DX & FX type digital lenses. Yup, even some of us Pentax users know that.
:wink:
Personally if I were to buy a Nikon today, I'd go for one of each if I had the $$$, D7100 & D810 or D750. The OP needs to research his lenses!
Apr 8, 2015 09:01:12 #
DollyLanna wrote:
I have had and loved my Nikon D-90. I dropped it ... (show quote)
Be aware that the entry level series such as any 3xxx or 5xxx may limit your lens choices. In fact some of the lenses you use on the D90 may not work on them. Those entry level models do not have a focus motor in the camera, and you may only be able to use AF-S lenses which have focus motors in the lens.
Now, I have not used Nikons since the numbers changed to those thousand series camera's but I believe that is still true. Just noting this so you will be aware of that aspect of Nikon. So there are distinctions between APS sensors and FF frame sensors, but also between lenses required that have focus motors and not.
The D7100 is more on the level that your D90 was when it was new in the lineup of bodies. Better build and mid level camera, but with the improvements that have come about since your D90 was new.
Apr 8, 2015 09:01:15 #
Ranjan wrote:
Isn't a newer D7200 model available now? Why is everyone recommending 7100? :?: :?: :?:
I believe there are some none overlapping features, like a D800, D800E, D810, not all the same camera at all. So the D7200 is an additional model not totally a replacement. Also, everyone knows the D7100 is a proven model, even non-Nikon photographers. ;)
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