A reason NOT to upgrade!
Jan 16, 2017 16:46:38 #
I am friendly with a local camera repair shop. I went in to see if I could consign them to sale my D7000 after buying a referb D7200, budget restrictions. The surprising answer I got was keep what you have. The construction of the D7000 is better and more durable than it's iterations! If I like the quality of the pictures I have taken, then the improved sensors of the later versions are not worth doing the upgrade! Any thoughts?
Jan 16, 2017 16:58:02 #
I made the Same up-grade after squeezing ever ounce of potential out of the D7000.. I have not come close to seeing the limitations of the D7200 yet. In camera HDR, more tonal range, higher pixel count, better handling of ISO just to mention a few better features. Don't second guess yourself, your repair man has No Clue....
Jan 16, 2017 16:59:20 #
invest money into better lenses if you want to improve the quality of your shots. if you are happy with your shots as-is, save your money.
Jan 16, 2017 17:03:09 #
dandi
Loc: near Seattle, WA
Johanna wrote:
I am friendly with a local camera repair shop. I went in to see if I could consign them to sale my D7000 after buying a referb D7200, budget restrictions. The surprising answer I got was keep what you have. The construction of the D7000 is better and more durable than it's iterations! If I like the quality of the pictures I have taken, then the improved sensors of the later versions are not worth doing the upgrade! Any thoughts?
I don't have a lot of thoughts about that because I didn't try D7200 but I like their answer because I use D7000 and it works for me. Another reason I like the answer is that it kind of proves my theory on upgrades.
To you I would say the same thing-if you like the images d7000 gives you why upgrade?
Jan 16, 2017 17:05:05 #
You may have received good advice from your local dealer. I have a freelance photographer buddy who started with a D7000, then bought a full-frame D750. He is very happy with the full-frame setup, but decided to keep the D7000 and still finds himself going back to it for various projects. Regards, Ralph
Jan 16, 2017 17:08:11 #
Johanna wrote:
I am friendly with a local camera repair shop. I went in to see if I could consign them to sale my D7000 after buying a referb D7200, budget restrictions. The surprising answer I got was keep what you have. The construction of the D7000 is better and more durable than it's iterations! If I like the quality of the pictures I have taken, then the improved sensors of the later versions are not worth doing the upgrade! Any thoughts?
One:
It seems that contrarily to what others are saying the guy knows his market 'consignment'. He is basically telling you that the resell value of the D7000 will not cover even a refurbished D7200.
That person is honest, painfully so but this is what it is.
Be glad that this man told you what he really thought instead of taking your money and run. This type of person is why we should support brick and mortar shop when still available.
My hat is off to this guy.
Jan 16, 2017 17:08:19 #
In reality, it is the Technician behind the lens that makes the difference.
Jan 16, 2017 17:20:58 #
Thanks to all who have replied so quickly. The D7000 is primarily my travel camera and have good lenses for it. I am very satisfied with it for that use. When doing event photography & video I use a D800 or D750 and a Canon video camera. I used my new Tamron SP 15-30mm f/2.8 lens on the 750 when I was in the front row seat at a belly dance show. What a life saver! I think I took a bit over 400 pix and found 28 that were post-able because of the dancers position or smile!
Jan 16, 2017 20:29:53 #
The D7200 not only gives better image quality but is faster and better in low light and has a larger buffer. Do you need these features? Only you can answer that. Good luck.
Jan 16, 2017 20:54:01 #
Ultimately, it's up to you. However to suggest it's superior to the newer models: the D7100 & D7200 is just not true. I can't speak for the D7200, but the D7100 has a number of upgrades that are worthy of mention: dual slots, better and more accurate focusing, and removal of the optical bypass filter. Higher grades in every test I've seen.
Jan 16, 2017 21:12:56 #
Agree that there are minor optical & operational upgrades. My point was they stated the mechanical structure and fabrication of the newer bodies was not as good as the D7000. This was from a person who repairs cameras for a living.
Jan 16, 2017 21:18:58 #
Johanna wrote:
I think I took a bit over 400 pix and found 28 that were post-able because of the dancers position or smile!
But now you have to tell us about the dancers and post a pic or two!
Jan 16, 2017 21:22:00 #
I would be willing to take your refurbished D7200 off your hands at a discount of coarse. I'm willing to take a chance on this inferior product. Please pm for payment & shipping info
Johanna wrote:
Agree that there are minor optical & operational upgrades. My point was they stated the mechanical structure and fabrication of the newer bodies was not as good as the D7000. This was from a person who repairs cameras for a living.
Jan 16, 2017 21:57:03 #
Johanna wrote:
Agree that there are minor optical & operational upgrades. My point was they stated the mechanical structure and fabrication of the newer bodies was not as good as the D7000. This was from a person who repairs cameras for a living.
LOL.
Most comparisons consider the upgrades to be more than minor. And everyone has an opinion. This guy's is, from an industry standpoint, in the minority. The "build" differences are structurally minor. Your best bet for a'rugged DSLR is the Nikon D5
Jan 16, 2017 22:16:49 #
LoneRangeFinder wrote:
LOL.
Most comparisons consider the upgrades to be more than minor. And everyone has an opinion. This guy's is, from an industry standpoint, in the minority. The "build" differences are structurally minor. Your best bet for a'rugged DSLR is the Nikon D5
Most comparisons consider the upgrades to be more than minor. And everyone has an opinion. This guy's is, from an industry standpoint, in the minority. The "build" differences are structurally minor. Your best bet for a'rugged DSLR is the Nikon D5
Ok then... I do not have the $$$ so I should invest in a 6k camera???
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