Upgrading from a D7000 to a D7200 - Is it worth it?
Sep 15, 2016 10:12:31 #
NJphotodoc
Loc: Now in the First State
Hi all. I'm considering moving up to a D7200 from my trusty D7000. I know about all the bells and whistles Nikon put into the 7200, but would like some input from folks who have actually made the switch. I would probably keep the 7000 as a backup and/or use it mostly for astrophotography and other less demanding applications where I would not need to use all the features I would get with the 7200.
I know I should probably look at a full frame DSLR, but even in the refurb market, they are still a little too pricey for me to consider. Any input is greatly appreciated and look forward to hearing what folks have discovered.
Thanks-
I know I should probably look at a full frame DSLR, but even in the refurb market, they are still a little too pricey for me to consider. Any input is greatly appreciated and look forward to hearing what folks have discovered.
Thanks-
Sep 15, 2016 11:01:09 #
mas24
Loc: Southern CA
If you owned a D7100, I would say keep it. But IMO a D7200 is an upgrade to the D7000. First, you have 24 megapixels vs 16 megapixels over the D7000. Second, the D7200 use to be the #1 DX camera before the D500 came along. 2nd best ain't bad. Check Nikon USA for refurbished. Not long ago the were selling for $1000. A little high IMO, but still cheaper than a new one. Good luck.
Sep 15, 2016 11:32:42 #
In my opinion, it's only worth it if the new camera will have a significant, positive impact on your photography. I recommend you to compare the differences between the two cameras, and then decide how important they are to your approach to photography.
Sep 15, 2016 11:51:55 #
NJphotodoc
Loc: Now in the First State
Looking at both camera's specs, there are clearly advantages that you've pointed out that make me want to test drive the D7200. Luckily I'm located near to the "big 3" so I can always stop by one of the stores and do a hands-on comparison. I do a lot a volunteer photography for a children's hospital (holiday events, birthdays, etc) which are more portrait and "studio" photos but I also travel a lot and I think the extra pixels, extended ISO, better sensor, etc, will probably tip the scales in favor of upgrading. Nor saying I'm going to dump my D7000, but it may be relegated to being a backup or keep it for specific uses.
Thanks!
Thanks!
Sep 15, 2016 14:07:17 #
I have the D7000 and D800. The D7000 was my first DSLR, and I may have gotten lucky because I got great photos right from the start, and I still use it quite a bit. Coupled with my 28-300mm, it does great at birthday parties, etc. At this point, the only crop camera I MIGHT consider replacing it with, if I could find the need, would be the D500. However, that would only be if I were shooting active sports or something similar and using a lens like the 200-500mm.
Sep 15, 2016 14:33:42 #
NJphotodoc wrote:
Hi all. I'm considering moving up to a D7200 from ... (show quote)
I wore out two D7000's awaiting the D7200, trading my third D7000 for one when they came out. Loved it! But have now moved on to the D500 so the control structure matches my full frame bodies. You will not be disappointed in the D7200 should you decide to make the upgrade.
Sep 15, 2016 15:11:06 #
NJphotodoc
Loc: Now in the First State
I did look at the 500 but I decided that if I were going to make that leap, might as well look at one of the full-frames already out there. I'll probably go with the 7200 but don't think I'll part with my 7000 as long it has life left in it and it takes great pictures.
Sep 15, 2016 16:23:31 #
I have a 7100 and was considering a 7200; besides all of the things all ready mentioned two others that I really liked are: the 7200 has two memory slots and a significantly larger buffer
Sep 15, 2016 17:35:19 #
tramsey wrote:
I have a 7100 and was considering a 7200; besides all of the things all ready mentioned two others that I really liked are: the 7200 has two memory slots and a significantly larger buffer
The D7000 and D7100 both also offer dual memory card slots.
Sep 16, 2016 06:22:16 #
Absolutely worth it! I moved from my D7000 to my D7200 last summer. The two biggest draws for me were significantly larger buffer size and much better high ISO performance. I take quite a few pics of high school soccer at night and the D7200 has helped a lot. The wifi connectivity is also kinda neat and allows remote activation of the shutter with their app as well as transfer of pics to my phone "in the field"...I also was trying to decide whether to go FF or with the D7200, but in the end it was a dollars decision...
Sep 16, 2016 06:58:02 #
NJphotodoc wrote:
Hi all. I'm considering moving up to a D7200 from ... (show quote)
It's nice getting something new, especially a camera. If it fits into your budget, go for it. It's nice having two similar bodies, with a tele on one and a W/A on the other. You can also check out camera comparisons and see what they say.
http://snapsort.com/compare/Nikon-D7200-vs-Nikon_D7000/detailed
Sep 16, 2016 07:33:31 #
Check with B&H they have been offering the D7200 refurbished for under $800!
The sensor improvement and the files size increase are always welcome. . . BUT the buffer is at least 4 times the size of the D7000.
I'm still using my D7100 and i had the D7000 prior to that.
The sensor improvement and the files size increase are always welcome. . . BUT the buffer is at least 4 times the size of the D7000.
I'm still using my D7100 and i had the D7000 prior to that.
Sep 16, 2016 07:49:31 #
warrenvon wrote:
Check with B&H they have been offering the D7200 refurbished for under $800!
The sensor improvement and the files size increase are always welcome. . . BUT the buffer is at least 4 times the size of the D7000.
I'm still using my D7100 and i had the D7000 prior to that.
The sensor improvement and the files size increase are always welcome. . . BUT the buffer is at least 4 times the size of the D7000.
I'm still using my D7100 and i had the D7000 prior to that.
Yes! Refurbished is always my first choice. The prices vary on refurbs, so shop around. If you get one with a very high shutter count, you can return it, but they will not tell you the count ahead of time.
Sep 16, 2016 07:50:15 #
i have the d7000s ..moved on to the d7100 when it came out..but almost exclusively use my full frame d810 now ..but to answer your question ..yes it is totally worth the upgrade..
Sep 16, 2016 07:59:56 #
I have the D7100 and when the D7200 became available I was struck with the need to "acquire the newest". After a thorough and objective assessment of the two cameras and my needs, I decided that the upgrade to the D7200 was not worth the trade. However, even though I don't have a D7000, I do believe that the improvement in upgrading (two steps in technology) would be a worthwhile effort. If I had been using a D7000 instead of a D7100 I would have upgraded.
As a side note, I would keep the D7000 as a backup as long as you stay with the DX format. If you decide to add an FX in the future, then I would trade off the D7000.
Bob
As a side note, I would keep the D7000 as a backup as long as you stay with the DX format. If you decide to add an FX in the future, then I would trade off the D7000.
Bob
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