Nikon D7100 vs D7200 (Page 4): "overpriced tripod" you got that right- :)...

suntouched Loc: Sierra Vista AZ

Kuzano wrote:

Another No.

Most of the reviews will point out that if you already have a 7100, the 7200 is only a modest upgrade.

So if you don't have the 7100 and are shopping both, diligent shopping may close the price gap to $300.... for a modest upgrade?

Not for me. That's a good chunk of another lens, an overpriced tripod, or other less worthy gear. Like a bag, huh? What about a $300 bag? :shock:

"overpriced tripod" you got that right- :)

MtnMan Loc: ID

rustfarmer wrote:

Oh, and doesn't the 5300 require motors in the lens which costs way more for lenses?

It does. All new lenses (since something like 1996) have them. They are faster and more accurate than using a camera body motor.

If buying used lens for a D5300 you should look for AF-S lenses. There are plenty out there.

If you have a stable of old lenses without focus motors that would be a reason to consider a D7xxx.

MtnMan Loc: ID

suntouched wrote:

"overpriced tripod" you got that right- :)

$300 will indeed get you a nice tripod but isn't close to what you need to pay for the top-of-the-line ones (e.g. Really Right Stuff).

CathyAnn Loc: Apache Junction, AZ

OnDSnap wrote:

This Ain't the Judge Judy Show...and many times there is no one specific straight yes or no answer without an explanation or resources or a websites that can explain a particular fact better than the person responding . And maybe, just maybe someone may learn from something associated with/from something someone else has to say... I for one would prefer knowing why something is or isn't than a straight yes or no. It's called listen and learn.

I agree! I've learned a lot just reading through everyone's responses on UHH, no matter the subject. There's something to learn from everyone and the links they post.

CathyAnn Loc: Apache Junction, AZ

OnDSnap wrote:

This Ain't the Judge Judy Show...and many times there is no one specific straight yes or no answer without an explanation or resources or a websites that can explain a particular fact better than the person responding . And maybe, just maybe someone may learn from something associated with/from something someone else has to say... I for one would prefer knowing why something is or isn't than a straight yes or no. It's called listen and learn.

Oops! Double post... :|

CathyAnn Loc: Apache Junction, AZ

OnDSnap wrote:

This Ain't the Judge Judy Show...and many times there is no one specific straight yes or no answer without an explanation or resources or a websites that can explain a particular fact better than the person responding . And maybe, just maybe someone may learn from something associated with/from something someone else has to say... I for one would prefer knowing why something is or isn't than a straight yes or no. It's called listen and learn.

Good grief! Sorry......

Allen Essek

Jim Bob wrote:

So sad that so many UHH members can not provide a straight answer to a simple question. Instead, the OP mostly gets lectures, irrelevant opinions and additional questions. This thread represents a microcosm of what is wrong on this site and in the world in general.

I second that....

DaveO Loc: Northeast CT

Maybe we could follow this up with a discussion on the use of filters for protection...... :lol: :lol: That hasn't been done for a couple months. :roll: :roll:

As long as you enjoy it,that's the important thing! :thumbup:

CathyAnn Loc: Apache Junction, AZ

Wingpilot wrote:

The D7100 and D7200 have the ability to use any autofocus lens from the late '70's or early 80's, whereas the D3xxx and D5xxx can only use the AF-S lenses. That's not a bad thing, but there are so many older lenses out there that are very good and can be had fairly cheaply, too. If one has a D3xxx or D5xxx, he/she can't take advantage of those excellent older AF lenses.

I have a D5500, and I can use some of the older lenses. However, they are just manual focus on my camera but take great pictures.

Allen Essek

MtnMan wrote:

It does. All new lenses (since something like 1996) have them. They are faster and more accurate than using a camera body motor.

If buying used lens for a D5300 you should look for AF-S lenses. There are plenty out there.

If you have a stable of old lenses without focus motors that would be a reason to consider a D7xxx.

Some current Nikkor lenses don't have built-in auto-focus motors, the very good 50 mm f/1.8D is one I can think of off hand, there are others.

MtnMan Loc: ID

Allen Essek wrote:

Some current Nikkor lenses don't have built-in auto-focus motors, the very good 50 mm f/1.8D is one I can think of off hand, there are others.

All AF-S lenses have focus motors.

You are right that it is still possible to buy a few non-AFS lenses new. I bought the AF 50 mm for my D800 a couple of years back. But the $100 I saved by not buying the AFS wouldn't cover the price difference between a D5xxx and D7xxx. And it remains the only non-AFS lens I own (out of a dozen).

tramsey Loc: Texas

Jim Bob wrote:

So sad that so many UHH members can not provide a straight answer to a simple question. Instead, the OP mostly gets lectures, irrelevant opinions and additional questions. This thread represents a microcosm of what is wrong on this site and in the world in general.

So how does your opinion of this site that help the op with the question?

Hacksaw Loc: Pacific Northwest

Allen Essek wrote:

I second that....

Wow, so much wisdom from 6 posts and 11 days on the forum. Please......

DaveO Loc: Northeast CT

Hacksaw wrote:

Wow, so much wisdom from 6 posts and 11 days on the forum. Please......

Some people are more astute than others......... :lol: :lol:

rustfarmer

As a 68 year old on and off hobbyist I love this forum and don't mind at all when the topic wanders a bit, so long as it is not a real attempt to highjack the thread. So much hate in the world let's try not to vent our spleens here.