CAMERA UPGRADE
Oct 5, 2016 07:59:40 #
NikonKid
Loc: Vermilion on Lake Erie
I currently have a Nikon D5100, and want to upgrade. General photographer, landscape, etc. Thinking of either a D7200, or D750.
Undecided I guess between DX or FX format.
Undecided I guess between DX or FX format.
Oct 5, 2016 08:04:50 #
Prepare to respond to pointed questions about why you think you need a full frame camera. Many are worried about your finances.
Buy the camera that you want and have fun.
Buy the camera that you want and have fun.
Oct 5, 2016 08:13:52 #
Oct 5, 2016 08:28:54 #
NikonKid wrote:
I currently have a Nikon D5100, and want to upgrade. General photographer, landscape, etc. Thinking of either a D7200, or D750.
Undecided I guess between DX or FX format.
Undecided I guess between DX or FX format.
Both are great, but it really depends on your standard for quality, how your images will be used (print, online viewing, etc), weight and bulk, and budget. There is no question that a full frame camera will likely produce better looking images, particularly cameras like the D800/810 with their high mp count and better cropping capability. But part of the allure of these cameras is the lenses that they use, which, in general, are of higher quality than lenses for DX cameras. But that is slowly changing with Nikon and third party manufacturers bringing to market better DX lenses - both in optical quality and build.
If money is no object, and you don't mind lugging around a bag full of heavy gear - then do the FX approach. But if you are happy with DX, then I would skip the D7200 and go directly to the D500 - different control layout, but less interaction with menus and more with buttons for camera settings.
Oct 5, 2016 10:11:31 #
If you think you need full frame (you probable don't) buy it. You will never be satisfied with a crop frame camera. - Dave
Oct 5, 2016 10:29:25 #
Do you have a GAS (Gear Acquisition Syndrome) attack? What is wrong with what you got?????
NikonKid wrote:
I currently have a Nikon D5100, and want to upgrade. General photographer, landscape, etc. Thinking of either a D7200, or D750.
Undecided I guess between DX or FX format.
Undecided I guess between DX or FX format.
Oct 5, 2016 12:20:51 #
Prepare to have folks happily spend your money and live through you. :( instead of encouraging you to shoot what you got and get better as a photographer instead of buying things.
Oct 5, 2016 13:01:31 #
Kmgw9v wrote:
Prepare to respond to pointed questions about why you think you need a full frame camera. Many are worried about your finances.
Buy the camera that you want and have fun.
Buy the camera that you want and have fun.
Exactly.
Oct 5, 2016 13:52:38 #
First, determine exactly what it is you want to upgrade and why you think the upgrade will noticeably improve your photography. In many regards, the D5100 is a very capable camera; perhaps it is all you really need.
All to often, people blame the camera rather than their own skills for their dissatisfaction with their photographic output, and get caught up in the insatiable urge to constantly "upgrade". Make sure that is not what is happening here. The D5100 came out only two years ago, and can hardly be considered outdated technology.
All to often, people blame the camera rather than their own skills for their dissatisfaction with their photographic output, and get caught up in the insatiable urge to constantly "upgrade". Make sure that is not what is happening here. The D5100 came out only two years ago, and can hardly be considered outdated technology.
Oct 5, 2016 15:25:59 #
Get the best that you can afford. Full frame cameras are super. It really does not matter what you will be using it for. Just bite the bullet and go for it. Happy shooting with what ever you get.
Oct 5, 2016 17:14:37 #
Kmgw9v wrote:
Many are worried about your finances.
Buy the camera that you want and have fun.
Many are worried about your finances.
Buy the camera that you want and have fun.
Kid, I would be VERY worried about your financial situation.
If you would please answer all of my questions, I'll give you an educated answer.
How much money do you make?
If you got hit by a bus tomorrow, is your wife good looking enough to re-marry?
How many greedy kids are in line for your money?
How much is your home worth, any liens?
Are you voting for Trump?
Do you want the 750?
If you answered "none of your business" to the first five questions and yes to the last question....., then just get the darned 750!!!!!
SS
Oct 6, 2016 03:21:18 #
Although I don't own a Nikon full frame camera, I do have two Canon full frame cameras and I own a D7200 and a D500.
The D7200 is an excellent general purpose camera. Not once when I was using my D7200 have I felt I'd have gotten a better result had it been a full frame. I've only had the D500 a short time and am still learning the camera but the experience so far has been totally positive, it is an awesome camera. The D7200 costs considerably less than the D750, the D500 slightly more. Even though the D500 is not full frame and has slightly less resolution than both the D750 and D7200, the cameras other attributes more than make up for the reduced pixel count. If I had to choose just one, no question it would be the D500.
The D7200 is an excellent general purpose camera. Not once when I was using my D7200 have I felt I'd have gotten a better result had it been a full frame. I've only had the D500 a short time and am still learning the camera but the experience so far has been totally positive, it is an awesome camera. The D7200 costs considerably less than the D750, the D500 slightly more. Even though the D500 is not full frame and has slightly less resolution than both the D750 and D7200, the cameras other attributes more than make up for the reduced pixel count. If I had to choose just one, no question it would be the D500.
Oct 6, 2016 05:21:54 #
rook2c4 wrote:
The D5100 came out in 2011 or five years ago. I love my D5100 and see little need to upgrade it. Where I do upgrade is in buying better lenses for it.First, determine exactly what it is you want to up... (show quote)
Oct 6, 2016 07:18:16 #
What will either of these two cameras do that yours currently will not? Have you exceeded the capabilities of your current camera? Will you have to purchase a compliment of new lenses if you purchase a FF camera? These are the questions you need to answer prior to spending money on something you may not need, but simply want.
--Bob
--Bob
NikonKid wrote:
I currently have a Nikon D5100, and want to upgrade. General photographer, landscape, etc. Thinking of either a D7200, or D750.
Undecided I guess between DX or FX format.
Undecided I guess between DX or FX format.
Oct 6, 2016 07:25:26 #
SharpShooter wrote:
Kid, I would be VERY worried about your financial ... (show quote)
SS,
I love your answer! You are so witty and creative. No wonder you are such a great photographer! I probably should have just sent you a PM. My apologies to everyone else.
Best Regards,
Tom
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