D700 vs D7000: I would like to know, from anyone here that has worked with both the D700 and the D7000, how the two compare as to low light shooting. How well is noise control in both...

Bozsik Loc: Orangevale, California

I would like to know, from anyone here that has worked with both the D700 and the D7000, how the two compare as to low light shooting. How well is noise control in both models when you boost the ISO to 800 or 1600? Which one is better with sharpness? And is it worth the extra money for the 700?

MT Shooter Loc: Montana

Bozsik wrote:

I would like to know, from anyone here that has worked with both the D700 and the D7000, how the two compare as to low light shooting. How well is noise control in both models when you boost the ISO to 800 or 1600? Which one is better with sharpness? And is it worth the extra money for the 700?

Early this month UHH'r Goofynewfie did a side-by-side comparison of the D700 and the D7000 on loan. He bought the D7000.

Bozsik Loc: Orangevale, California

MT Shooter wrote:

Bozsik wrote:

I would like to know, from anyone here that has worked with both the D700 and the D7000, how the two compare as to low light shooting. How well is noise control in both models when you boost the ISO to 800 or 1600? Which one is better with sharpness? And is it worth the extra money for the 700?

Early this month UHH'r Goofynewfie did a side-by-side comparison of the D700 and the D7000 on loan. He bought the D7000.

Thanks MT

I was wondering if it was really worth the extra grand. I have been enjoying the prompt feedback and suggestions from everyone on this site. I think I am going to upgrade my 90 to the 7000. I am also looking at the Sigma 120-300 2.8 when I can afford it. I just haven't seen any reviews to indicate that going with the Nikon 300 is worth the investment.

MT Shooter Loc: Montana

The D300 is very long in the tooth and due for a D400 replacement this year. The D7000 is still current and the next logical step up from it is the D800. I am going to replace my D90 this year, just not sure with what yet. Will either be a second D7000, a D7100, or a D800E. Time and finances will tell. But I did just pick up a Sigma 800mm F5.6 lens and am dying to see what the D800 could do with it!

PrairieSeasons Loc: Red River of the North

If your primary objective is low noise ratio at high ISO, the D700 is still the better camera - http://snapsort.com/compare/Nikon_D700-vs-Nikon_D7000 . MT Shooter is right, though. Nikon either has replaced or will replace its entire lineup in 2012, and unless you are in a real hurry I'd wait to see the new specs.

MT Shooter Loc: Montana

PrairieSeasons wrote:

If your primary objective is low noise ratio at high ISO, the D700 is still the better camera - http://snapsort.com/compare/Nikon_D700-vs-Nikon_D7000 . MT Shooter is right, though. Nikon either has replaced or will replace its entire lineup in 2012, and unless you are in a real hurry I'd wait to see the new specs.

Thats a very good comparison, I had forgotten about it. Clearly shows that they are 2 totally different cameras, as well as the fact you can buy 2 D7000's for the price of one D700. Most of the scoring advantages for the D700 are as a result of the Full-Frame sensor advantage as you will see as you read all the specs. I bought my D7000 because of this test comparison. The Video was the final decision maker.

MT Shooter Loc: Montana

Look what I just found while poking around:

http://snapsort.com/compare/Nikon-D800-vs-Nikon_D7000

PrairieSeasons Loc: Red River of the North

And you can get a new one today for only $4K on ebay

photocat Loc: Atlanta, Ga

Be aware of something that no one else has mentioned, the D700 is full frame and if you already have DX lens, you won't be happy, as the camera will crop out a huge area that the lens can't cover.

GoofyNewfie Loc: Kansas City

ISO 3200 D700 vs D7000

The D700 has the edge, but just barely.
( I think there may be a bit of camera movement in the D7000 photo)
Shot with a D300s as well- not even playing the same game at that ISO.

Bozsik Loc: Orangevale, California

Thanks guys. I enjoy getting info from people who have owned and shot with the camera more than just online reviews. I use the reviews to hone in on my choices and let the folks that actually use them let me know how they feel about it. I think it provides me with more sound judgement when I eventually pull the trigger.

Thanks again.

jjestar Loc: Savannah GA

I bought the D700, was on sale $2100

GoofyNewfie Loc: Kansas City

jjestar wrote:

I bought the D700, was on sale $2100

Good find! There are advantages to going full-frame. I use a D700 too. I needed the video capabilities in addititon to good noise control. (The D7000 is also very quiet in the sound department)

DennisK Loc: Pickle City,Illinois

GoofyNewfie wrote:

ISO 3200 D700 vs D7000

The D700 has the edge, but just barely.
( I think there may be a bit of camera movement in the D7000 photo)
Shot with a D300s as well- not even playing the same game at that ISO.

Could be my old eyes,but I don"t see a lick of difference in those two images.

johnr9999 Loc: Carlton, OR

Saw some differences. The D700 was focused on the hair with her blouse out of focus. Also the skin of her forhead was smoother and less grainy in the D700. The D7000 had her hair out of focus and her blouse in focus indicating different focus points on each photo.