Need to replace my Nikon D200
Jun 4, 2012 08:43:03 #
I'm upgrading from a D50 to a D7000. It's true the D5100 has the same sensor, but the D7000 is with much more flexibility, higher FPS, and other stats.
If I'm not mistaken, the AF motor is built into the camera on the D7000 and not on the D5100.
I think the D7000 is being discounted $100 right now, perhaps because new models are expected to be released.
If I'm not mistaken, the AF motor is built into the camera on the D7000 and not on the D5100.
I think the D7000 is being discounted $100 right now, perhaps because new models are expected to be released.
Jun 4, 2012 08:43:48 #
davpal
Loc: long island
the d200 is a good camera did you take it to a nikon repair shop
if not try to find a authorized niukon repair place maybe they can fix it the d8o-d090=d7000 were put on the market
alaso the d5100 a current model
but if you were happy with the d200 it does not hurt to contact nikon and see if they can fix it for a reasonbile price
if not try to find a authorized niukon repair place maybe they can fix it the d8o-d090=d7000 were put on the market
alaso the d5100 a current model
but if you were happy with the d200 it does not hurt to contact nikon and see if they can fix it for a reasonbile price
Jun 4, 2012 12:49:22 #
Consider a reconditioned D7000. I have had no problems with it and numerous comments on this forum (utilize the search feature) verify that this is a viable alternative to purchasing new. I believe this will bring the price down to a level making it a "no brainer" decision. Also, buying the D7000 will put off upgrading to a better camera as your skills grow for quite some time.
Jun 4, 2012 12:58:25 #
I had a D200 and now have a D700 and a D7000. If you don't want a full frame sensor I would recommend the D7000. If you used more than two of the Menu Banks on the D200 you may miss them as the D7000 has only two, and they function differently (easier actually). Other than that, all D7000 features are an improvement over the D200. If you can get the D7000 second hand and check it out before laying out your money - go for it. If its a mail/web purchase, run for cover. The scam artists have more ways of scamming than you can imagine - chances are you will never see the $600 camera.
Jun 4, 2012 13:18:52 #
Just priced a new D7000 that came with battery, charger and a bonus Sandisk 16GB class 10 card for $1096.00 at B&H Camera. Very reputable operation and shipping was free.....
Jun 4, 2012 14:49:29 #
unclestu wrote:
I just found out that my Nikon D200 will need to b... (show quote)
Hi, If you like the D200, did you see this gentleman's classified?
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-43604-1.html
just a thought :)
Jun 4, 2012 16:13:42 #
unclestu wrote:
Thanks everyone. I read up on the D7000 and it se... (show quote)
The low ball prices might be a scam. Be careful.
Jun 4, 2012 16:25:31 #
I just checked the reviews on J&R Electronics, not good. Most everyone here is right the old bait and switch routine.
Don't forget buying USED at the regular shops. Most carry good return policies and have good ratings on this site.
Don't forget buying USED at the regular shops. Most carry good return policies and have good ratings on this site.
Jun 4, 2012 16:36:03 #
Here is a site I would not trust.
http://bestpricephoto.com/h/product_info.php/nikon-d7000-162-mp-digital-slr-camera-body-p-19926?zmap=19926&zmac=2&zmas=1&zmam=80512835&csv=pg&osCsid=f108a88a0fab5b53d433742e60fd52e2
D7000 under $1000 sounds pretty good.
Look at the price on a 16 gig menory card in the accessories on the right. $150!!!! and it's not a major brand. Camera battery $180?. Indicators that you are about to be ripped off. Be afraid...be very afraid!
http://bestpricephoto.com/h/product_info.php/nikon-d7000-162-mp-digital-slr-camera-body-p-19926?zmap=19926&zmac=2&zmas=1&zmam=80512835&csv=pg&osCsid=f108a88a0fab5b53d433742e60fd52e2
D7000 under $1000 sounds pretty good.
Look at the price on a 16 gig menory card in the accessories on the right. $150!!!! and it's not a major brand. Camera battery $180?. Indicators that you are about to be ripped off. Be afraid...be very afraid!
Jun 4, 2012 16:44:34 #
Nikonian72 wrote:
Don't forget gray market cameras, that were illegally imported into the US, and have warranties valid only in the Philippines, or similar.
Just to clarify (maybe for me). I don't think there is anything "illegal" about the gray market products, thus the name "gray" market as opposed to "black" market. However, as was stated, the warranty will not be honored by Nikon USA so you either have to ship it out of the US for warranty repair taking goodness knows how long and at what expense, or pay someone to fix it. Even the later may not be an option as I have heard some repair facilities can't or won't work on it if it isn't the US version. I could be mistaken but, I seem to remember Adorama sells some gray market versions as well as the USA products. I believe I read on their website that they will back the product and you send it to them for repair. I am not saying I would do that even though Adorama is a very reputable dealer.
Jun 4, 2012 16:59:01 #
The D7000 seems to be a great choice. The D300 is schedule to be replace soon.
Jun 4, 2012 23:28:03 #
Jun 5, 2012 00:02:20 #
The Nikon D3200 has the most bang for the buck at $700: 24.2 megapixels, EXPEED 3 image processing, optional mobile wireless capabilities, and more options.
I have the D7000, and would consider the D3200 as a good sidegrade/upgrade. While the D7000 does fall a little short of pro performance, the D3200 would likely be a little bit less of a performer than the D7000, but still, for the average photographer, I doubt much of a difference would be seen, excepting the D3200 wipes the floor with the D7000 in terms of much higher resolution, and the latest EXPEED processing.
Short of buying the aging D4 with much lesser specs than the D800 or D3200 in basic imaging, the only thing these "non pro" cameras have which speak to their amateur nature is their reliance on composites and other weight lightening techniques. Neither the D7000 or any of the other four digit Nikon cameras has the heft and feel of a pro camera. Light is not actually good speaking to the needs of photographers. A little mass goes a long way to better ergonomics, better steadiness, better pictures.
And speaking of camera feel, I've played with the top of the line Canon DSLRs, and their toy-like feel immediately puts them into semi pro sensibility, and I HOPE in the last few years they have corrected the banding problem those cameras had. I quit the PPA because they actually PUBLISHED Canon banding as an "award winning" photo. The fact neither the contest judges nor the publisher recognized the banding told me this was an organization of wannabes. (This is not to mention the prize winning photographer.) Any of these people could have fixed the banding, if they only knew how. In the modern digital age, the photographer has to be concerned with their work on more technical levels than the good ol' film photographer of olde. DSLRs can call you out in a variety of ways, letting people know your position on the totem pole.
I have the D7000, and would consider the D3200 as a good sidegrade/upgrade. While the D7000 does fall a little short of pro performance, the D3200 would likely be a little bit less of a performer than the D7000, but still, for the average photographer, I doubt much of a difference would be seen, excepting the D3200 wipes the floor with the D7000 in terms of much higher resolution, and the latest EXPEED processing.
Short of buying the aging D4 with much lesser specs than the D800 or D3200 in basic imaging, the only thing these "non pro" cameras have which speak to their amateur nature is their reliance on composites and other weight lightening techniques. Neither the D7000 or any of the other four digit Nikon cameras has the heft and feel of a pro camera. Light is not actually good speaking to the needs of photographers. A little mass goes a long way to better ergonomics, better steadiness, better pictures.
And speaking of camera feel, I've played with the top of the line Canon DSLRs, and their toy-like feel immediately puts them into semi pro sensibility, and I HOPE in the last few years they have corrected the banding problem those cameras had. I quit the PPA because they actually PUBLISHED Canon banding as an "award winning" photo. The fact neither the contest judges nor the publisher recognized the banding told me this was an organization of wannabes. (This is not to mention the prize winning photographer.) Any of these people could have fixed the banding, if they only knew how. In the modern digital age, the photographer has to be concerned with their work on more technical levels than the good ol' film photographer of olde. DSLRs can call you out in a variety of ways, letting people know your position on the totem pole.
Jun 5, 2012 00:15:09 #
PhotoArtsLA wrote:
The Nikon D3200 has the most bang for the buck at $700: 24.2 megapixels, EXPEED 3 image processing, optional mobile wireless capabilities, and more options.
...and you can get a D3200 in red!
Think of how much a camera with similar features would have cost 10 years ago!
Jun 5, 2012 04:18:33 #
Dun1
Loc: Atlanta, GA
Regardless of which camera you choose. If you shop the usual suspects, on line retailers, Adorama, B&H, and Amazon and their have a camera body priced at $1,100 and you find one for $500, $600 less there has to be a catch. There is the old charge you credit card immediately catch, no matter that they don't have the camera in stock, then call you back and say "By the way did you want the battery pack with that camera", well just let us send it to you at a special price and then what should be your sign or deal breaker, "That low price today and today only is $750, so there went your cheap camera price.
If you shop camera sellers on the internet and want to know or be able to check their reliability,
http://www.resellerratings.com/
When you narrow down your choices of camera bodies here is a great place to compare the cameras you are considering
www.dpreview.com,
This link should take you to the section where you can select the cameras you are considering and take a in depth look at the features and specs of each camera side by side
http://www.dpreview.com/products/compare/cameras
Lastly go to a brick and mortar camera store and look at the camera bodies you are considering, take them in your hands see how they handle, look at the controls see how user friendly they are for your uses and needs
If you shop camera sellers on the internet and want to know or be able to check their reliability,
http://www.resellerratings.com/
When you narrow down your choices of camera bodies here is a great place to compare the cameras you are considering
www.dpreview.com,
This link should take you to the section where you can select the cameras you are considering and take a in depth look at the features and specs of each camera side by side
http://www.dpreview.com/products/compare/cameras
Lastly go to a brick and mortar camera store and look at the camera bodies you are considering, take them in your hands see how they handle, look at the controls see how user friendly they are for your uses and needs
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