Jumping from DX to FX
Mar 11, 2014 06:05:15 #
I am considering jumping to FX. I have a D7100 and I like it but I feel like I am missing something or maybe I'm just nuts. I have 2 FX lenses (105 f2.8G & 70-200 f2.8 II). I have looked at the D610 and the D800. Am I making a mistake?
Mar 11, 2014 06:13:50 #
amehta
Loc: Boston
Pine1 wrote:
I am considering jumping to FX. I have a D7100 and I like it but I feel like I am missing something or maybe I'm just nuts. I have 2 FX lenses (105 f2.8G & 70-200 f2.8 II). I have looked at the D610 and the D800. Am I making a mistake?
The D7100 is excellent. Have you exceeded it's capabilities in any way?
Mar 11, 2014 06:16:11 #
No, not at all.
amehta wrote:
The D7100 is excellent. Have you exceeded it's capabilities in any way?
Mar 11, 2014 06:18:30 #
Mar 11, 2014 06:22:57 #
I have often asked the same question "am I missing something". I shoot with the D7000 and sometimes with my wife's Sony a77.
I've decided that I'm putting the question on the back burner.
My main reasons are the expense of the FX system/lenses. I don't think I'm missing quality anymore the DX and NOW the 4/3 systems are matching up to the image quality that an FX sensor gives. Weight is another reason, after wagging two DX bodies to Italy and several lenses, I would have liked a lighter load.
The new system I'm pondering is the Panasonic Lumix GH4, it looks very enticing.
I've decided that I'm putting the question on the back burner.
My main reasons are the expense of the FX system/lenses. I don't think I'm missing quality anymore the DX and NOW the 4/3 systems are matching up to the image quality that an FX sensor gives. Weight is another reason, after wagging two DX bodies to Italy and several lenses, I would have liked a lighter load.
The new system I'm pondering is the Panasonic Lumix GH4, it looks very enticing.
Mar 11, 2014 06:26:01 #
amehta
Loc: Boston
I think there are three advantages of the FX camera, especially when comparing technological twins like the D7100 and D610:
1. Slightly better high ISO performance (DxOMark scores the D610 about 1 stop better)
2. Slightly larger prints of a given quality, with less "digital magnification needed by a 1.5x factor, but either the same number of pixels or 22% more.
3. Slightly shallower DoF, by about a stop, though position and focal length come in to play.
If you are on the edge of one of these factors, these differences can matter. Otherwise, the D7100 more than meets your needs.
1. Slightly better high ISO performance (DxOMark scores the D610 about 1 stop better)
2. Slightly larger prints of a given quality, with less "digital magnification needed by a 1.5x factor, but either the same number of pixels or 22% more.
3. Slightly shallower DoF, by about a stop, though position and focal length come in to play.
If you are on the edge of one of these factors, these differences can matter. Otherwise, the D7100 more than meets your needs.
Mar 11, 2014 06:45:10 #
amehta wrote:
I think there are three advantages of the FX camer... (show quote)
The above sums it up nicely. Your real consideration is do you want to move from an 'enthusiasts' D7100 to a 'professional' D800?
Mar 11, 2014 06:54:30 #
There are "professionals" switching from FX to 4/3. I don't think anymore the size of the sensor makes one a "professional".
Mar 11, 2014 06:57:28 #
Mar 11, 2014 07:33:48 #
kwbybee wrote:
There are "professionals" switching from FX to 4/3. I don't think anymore the size of the sensor makes one a "professional".
I didn't say the camera made you a professional; the D800 is regarded as a professional camera. The same as a D7100 is regarded as an enthusiasts camera and the D3200 an entry level camera.
Mar 11, 2014 07:48:15 #
Pine1 wrote:
I am considering jumping to FX. I have a D7100 and I like it but I feel like I am missing something or maybe I'm just nuts. I have 2 FX lenses (105 f2.8G & 70-200 f2.8 II). I have looked at the D610 and the D800. Am I making a mistake?
I have the same question. Have the D90, which is a great camera; still have the D80 and also my D5100. Have been looking at the D7000 and D7100, but FX just keeps creeping into the equation. I like amehta's answer to the problem. Decisions, decisions!
Mar 11, 2014 08:09:15 #
Pine, reading this will help you decide which format is best for you. http://photographylife.com/nikon-dx-vs-fx
You could keep your D7100 and add the D610 and have the best of both. For me, the D610 wins but for you it may be the D7100. Nikon makes both for a reason(s)... ;)
You could keep your D7100 and add the D610 and have the best of both. For me, the D610 wins but for you it may be the D7100. Nikon makes both for a reason(s)... ;)
Mar 11, 2014 08:59:18 #
My thought. You seem to be the kind of guy that likes the best. Weither you need it or not you probable will not be happy unless you have it. Go for it and enjoy. Dave
Mar 11, 2014 09:37:34 #
Thank you, I read the review you posted.
Db7423 wrote:
Pine, reading this will help you decide which format is best for you. http://photographylife.com/nikon-dx-vs-fx
You could keep your D7100 and add the D610 and have the best of both. For me, the D610 wins but for you it may be the D7100. Nikon makes both for a reason(s)... ;)
You could keep your D7100 and add the D610 and have the best of both. For me, the D610 wins but for you it may be the D7100. Nikon makes both for a reason(s)... ;)
Mar 11, 2014 09:40:26 #
I think I'll listen to Ametha in this instance. Meanwhile, I'll add a 14-24 f2.8 and a 24-70 f2.8 since they will work well on my D7100. When I develop better skills than I have now I'll step up to the D800. I appreciate all the good advise.
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