lightweight Nikon
Nov 20, 2017 10:42:49 #
Nancym wrote:
Hi all I have a Nikon D800, I take real estate photos, I find my Nikon D800 very heavy and was wondering would be a good lightweight Nikon to carry as an alternative. Thanks in advance. Nan
Yes, there is a difference in weight, but I've never selected a camera based on weight. If you have a good shoulder strap, like an OP/TECH, it hardly noticeable.
Some comparison sites.
http://www.cameradecision.com/
http://cameras.reviewed.com/
http://camerasize.com/
http://www.imaging-resource.com/IMCOMP/COMPS01.HTM
http://snapsort.com/compare
http://www.dpreview.com/products/compare/cameras?utm_campaign=internal-link&utm_source=mainmenu&utm_medium=text&ref=mainmenu
Nov 20, 2017 11:23:39 #
FalconEddie
Loc: Bryan, TX, USA
If you choose to get a different body but remain with Nikon, be sure to consider that if your choice is a DX, your wide angle lens will have a narrower field of view than with the D800. You might need to obtain a wide-angle lens specifically spec-ed for a DX camera.
Nov 20, 2017 11:33:54 #
agillot wrote:
D3400?????
I own a D3400 and it is extremely lightweight, even with a 55-300mm lens attached.
Nov 20, 2017 11:45:22 #
Nan, I use several Nikons and agree with Rich1939. Your lens is most of the weight. I like my D5500, but you must decide on the lens you want. I REALLY recommend you consider a Nikon Coolplex. I always carry one of my light pocket cameras, I like my old L620 a lot and it takes great pictures. There are options for different light settings and zoom if you need it. Simple is hard to beat.
Nov 20, 2017 11:49:44 #
check out dpreview.com on their camera comparison tab. It will give you all the specs on Nikons as well as other popular brands. As stated elsewhere in this thread,
dx models are slightly lighter, but there's a trade off vs full frame. Good luck!
dx models are slightly lighter, but there's a trade off vs full frame. Good luck!
Nov 20, 2017 12:45:10 #
jerryc41 wrote:
Yes, there is a difference in weight, but I've nev... (show quote)
I do select camera based on weight. The heavier the better. I prefer small camera but heavy. Size makes cameras difficult to carry around and not weight.
Nov 20, 2017 13:54:07 #
crbuckjr
Loc: Naples FL
While we are on weight......I have a D750....is there a "walk around" lens that is lighter than my 18-300....and still of very good quality? Thanks
Nov 20, 2017 14:01:19 #
Nov 20, 2017 14:13:04 #
I understand your desire to stay with Nikon. I believe that their Coolpix W300 camera will suit your needs. Additionally, this little baby can go underwater to 100 ft. and survive a 7 ft. drop to a cement floor. It comes in your choice of 3 colors and sells on B&H for $387. Plus, you can write this expense off your taxes and carry this 8 oz. camera in your purse. Its lens goes from 24-120 (35mm equivalent), which is probably a wider zoom range than the camera you have. Yes, it shoots 4K video and can wirelessly send photos to your laptop. I believe that the camera's GPS feature would also be very helpful in your profession.
Nov 20, 2017 14:16:25 #
crbuckjr
Loc: Naples FL
I do have the original RX100. Probably time to upgrade. Do you know when the new models typically come out? thx
Nov 20, 2017 14:34:32 #
jerryc41 wrote:
Yes, there is a difference in weight, but I've never selected a camera based on weight. If you have a good shoulder strap, like an OP/TECH, it hardly noticeable.
In case you hadn't noticed, women are built rather differently from men, especially in the area where a camera strap engages their anatomy. Weight DOES matter on us girls, even WITH, and in some cases especially with, a camera strap.
Nov 20, 2017 15:39:53 #
If I were doing real estate today, I would be using a Sony A6xxx, and a Irix 15mm manual focus lens on a shift adapter for single exposure images. I would also have a 24mm f2 manual lens to do sweep panos in the portrait orientation.
Nov 20, 2017 15:45:56 #
I'm guessing that all current Nikon Coolpix cameras can do panorama. My cell phone does panorama. As to tilt-shift, I have a Canon TS-E 24, but recommend that most people that want to use it instead perform the same function in Photoshop, After Effects, or likely many other imaging applications.
Nov 20, 2017 15:57:38 #
If you're shooting real estate like I do the camera should be on a tripod so the weight is not a problem.
I use a Nikon D7200 with an on camera flash on a tripod and carry it up 2 flights of stairs and I'm 75 yrs old.
www.genemoretti.com
I use a Nikon D7200 with an on camera flash on a tripod and carry it up 2 flights of stairs and I'm 75 yrs old.
www.genemoretti.com
Nov 20, 2017 16:25:57 #
Nancym wrote:
Hi all I have a Nikon D800, I take real estate photos, I find my Nikon D800 very heavy and was wondering would be a good lightweight Nikon to carry as an alternative. Thanks in advance. Nan
I bought a D3400 for my daughter. I was surprised at how light it was. Almost as light as my Sony a6300.
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