sports/wildlife photography...DSLR or Mirror less
Nov 28, 2015 10:22:24 #
So I'm finding my niche with sports photography and would also like to pursue wild life photography. I currently own a Nikon D7000 and recently purchased the Fuji XT1. I have several lenses to go with the Nikon, but only the kit lens (18-135) for the Fuji. My thoughts are to improve my gear either with upgrading the D7000 to D7200 or invest in more Fuji lenses suitable for sports/wildlife photography. The sport I shoot is cycling. Any thoughts on where to invest? new Nikon camera or Fuji glass.
Nov 28, 2015 10:39:04 #
I am by far a professional, but I did a lot of research before I upgraded my current D7000 to a new camera. I do a lot of photography of equestrian jumping as well as pictures at the dog park of my very energetic Weim playing and running...(fast action shots). I ended up getting a Nikon D7100 because there was not very much difference in that and the D7200, other then the price! I have always had Nikon and I am comfortable with the camera, so I did not really look at any other manufacturer. But, if you look on YouTube and a few other forums, they will tell you that for the money, the D7100 is the way to go.
Nov 28, 2015 10:40:11 #
My preference would be DSLR. I do have a mirrorless (Panasonic) and while it's a really great camera, I'd think it would be difficult for wildlife compared to my DSLRs. The truth is, DSLRs are still faster when it comes to action - no lag inside of an optical viewfinder.
That, and if there were any real advantages to using mirrorless over DSLRs, you'd see wildlife and sport shooters using them all the time. Last NFL game I watched I didn't see any mirrorless along the sidelines. :)
Don't get me wrong, I'm not saying it can't be done with a mirrorless, I'd just saying I think it can be done easier with a DSLR.
Oh, and get the D7200 - the larger buffer alone is enough reason to get it over the D7100 - especially if you're doing action.
That, and if there were any real advantages to using mirrorless over DSLRs, you'd see wildlife and sport shooters using them all the time. Last NFL game I watched I didn't see any mirrorless along the sidelines. :)
Don't get me wrong, I'm not saying it can't be done with a mirrorless, I'd just saying I think it can be done easier with a DSLR.
Oh, and get the D7200 - the larger buffer alone is enough reason to get it over the D7100 - especially if you're doing action.
Nov 28, 2015 11:06:40 #
sirlensalot
Loc: Arizona
kwbybee wrote:
So I'm finding my niche with sports photography an... (show quote)
Some sports photographers are choosing MILC's over DSLR's for sports.
They are going for Oly OM-D EM1, Fuji XT1, Sony a6000, Sony a7Rll. In some cases, such as the a6000, AF and AF tracking are superior to same in DSLR's. That was last year. Things may have changed this year. Would research the glass more than the camera for wildlife. Nikon may still have the edge in that department.
Nov 28, 2015 11:11:15 #
If your serious, get a mirror!!
If not, get anything else. :lol:
Simple as that!!
SS
If not, get anything else. :lol:
Simple as that!!
SS
Nov 28, 2015 12:16:44 #
kwbybee wrote:
Most people find that a DSLR balances better than an MILC once you've added a long constant-aperture lens. YMMVSo I'm finding my niche with sports photography an... (show quote)
Nov 29, 2015 06:55:14 #
Bear2
Loc: Southeast,, MI
I just upgraded from my D7000 to my new D7200, and WOW. Shoot landscapes, wildlife, and grandchildren both snapshots and their sports.
(Now in winter; swimming, gymnastics, in summer; little league, T-Ball, cross country). Obviously here in Michigan it is winter season so most of my sports shots are indoors, and much lower light capable and the clarity and focus speed are awesome. Same outdoors on landscapes.
Hope this helps.
Duane
quote=kwbybee]So I'm finding my niche with sports photography and would also like to pursue wild life photography. I currently own a Nikon D7000 and recently purchased the Fuji XT1. I have several lenses to go with the Nikon, but only the kit lens (18-135) for the Fuji. My thoughts are to improve my gear either with upgrading the D7000 to D7200 or invest in more Fuji lenses suitable for sports/wildlife photography. The sport I shoot is cycling. Any thoughts on where to invest? new Nikon camera or Fuji glass.[/quote]
(Now in winter; swimming, gymnastics, in summer; little league, T-Ball, cross country). Obviously here in Michigan it is winter season so most of my sports shots are indoors, and much lower light capable and the clarity and focus speed are awesome. Same outdoors on landscapes.
Hope this helps.
Duane
quote=kwbybee]So I'm finding my niche with sports photography and would also like to pursue wild life photography. I currently own a Nikon D7000 and recently purchased the Fuji XT1. I have several lenses to go with the Nikon, but only the kit lens (18-135) for the Fuji. My thoughts are to improve my gear either with upgrading the D7000 to D7200 or invest in more Fuji lenses suitable for sports/wildlife photography. The sport I shoot is cycling. Any thoughts on where to invest? new Nikon camera or Fuji glass.[/quote]
Nov 29, 2015 07:59:56 #
sueyeisert
Loc: New Jersey
I think you should ask the question on the Fuji forum http://www.fujix-forum.com/forums Fuji glass is on sale till Dec 26th. You could buy and try it ad return if not happy.I don't know how good mirrorless is for sports./
kwbybee wrote:
So I'm finding my niche with sports photography an... (show quote)
Nov 29, 2015 08:39:58 #
kwbybee wrote:
So I'm finding my niche with sports photography an... (show quote)
The deciding factor for me would be the availability of lens, shooting wildlife I dont care how long the lens is youll always need a longer one.
Nov 29, 2015 09:23:03 #
kwbybee wrote:
So I'm finding my niche with sports photography an... (show quote)
I've owned a bunch of high end DSLR's and a bunch of Fuji mirrorless cams....and personally, I'd use a DSLR for sports/sporting/wildlife that moves.
I'd also comment, why dump your D7000? Is there something it won't do that you need it to do?
Nov 29, 2015 10:11:11 #
kwbybee wrote:
So I'm finding my niche with sports photography an... (show quote)
If I were going for sports or wildlife I would be looking at the weatherproof Fuji superzoom bridge camera. You don't need low light ability which is the main drawback of the small sensor. Here is a review: http://www.photographyblog.com/reviews/fujifilm_finepix_s1_review/ Plus it is under $400. There are other cameras in this same class, but I always liked the fuji. Had one of the first of the fuji single lens zooms, years ago. Loved it.
Nov 29, 2015 10:23:45 #
I'm a big fan of mirrorless cameras. before I switched to two great bridge cameras and less ILC's behind, I had the Olympus EM-1 and the 12-40 and 40-150 PRO lenses. I still believe that, for most purposes, mine in particular, that they are spectacular. However, most purposes does not include wildlife, except slow moving larger animals, and, certainly, does not include fast sports. Alas, the AF systems are not yet up to the best of DSLR AF's. Either the better Canon's and Nikon's are much better and an OVF is still better for that than the best EVF's.
I don't necessarily agreed that the D7200 is not much better than a D7100 if a large, fast buffer for high speed bursts is important to you. If it isn't, then get a 7100 and some long glass (the Sigma 150-600 high end version is unbeatable for the price, though the Nikon 80-400 AF-s comes close).
I don't necessarily agreed that the D7200 is not much better than a D7100 if a large, fast buffer for high speed bursts is important to you. If it isn't, then get a 7100 and some long glass (the Sigma 150-600 high end version is unbeatable for the price, though the Nikon 80-400 AF-s comes close).
Nov 29, 2015 10:26:29 #
If you shoot indoors or out doors at night you do need low light capable lens and camera.
Nov 29, 2015 10:42:20 #
tshift wrote:
If you shoot indoors or out doors at night you do need low light capable lens and camera.
Is cycling done indoors, or at night? Most wildlife is a daytime experience as well, except for raccoons, of course. As I said, wildlife photography and cycling are in outdoor bright light venues, so a camera that does well in the dark is not an issue. Reach, light weight and weatherproofing ARE considerations, however, which is why a long zoom, one lens, weatherproof, lightweight, and fast focusing camera IS!
Nov 29, 2015 10:45:52 #
Bultaco wrote:
The deciding factor for me would be the availability of lens, shooting wildlife I dont care how long the lens is youll always need a longer one.
Longer than 1200 mm? You can't even locate your subject through the finder at that zoom level!
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