Hello,
I am a photo enthusiast and purchased a D7100 about 4 years ago. I don´t use photography as a way of living but I try to get the best out my gear. During this time I´ve acquired some lens and my current DX lens lineup is:

1 Tokina ATX Pro SD 11-16 F2.8 (IF) DX II
2 AF-S Nikkor 35 mm 1:1.8 G
3 AF-S Nikkor 18-200 mm 1:3.5-5.6 G II ED
4 AF-S Nikkor 70-300 mm 1:4.5-5.6 G VR

During these 4 years I´ve mostly used 18-200mm as grab and go lens.
Despite the 18-200mm well known compromises in image quality, I was able to manage its pitfalls especially my photos have been mostly during daylight and the demands were not too high.

But, our mind and eyes change over time. Reasonable quality is ok but now I want to have a better gear and photos quality.
My main interests have been travel photography, motorcycle events and trips, Carnival shots (people) and surfing shots. Lately I´ve included landscapes and low light nude art as next fields of interest. I don´t think of macro or other specific areas like new born or wedding/social events. It may happen accidentaly but am I am not towards it.

Based on it, I´ve just purchased a D750. Now, additionaly to my DX team, my FX lineup is as follows:

1 AF-S Nikkor 24-120 mm 1:4 G ED and
2 AF Nikkor 35-70mm f/2.8 D (old lens but I got a bargain in mint condition) - I am loving it.

For the time being I don´t think selling D7100. I can still change my mind but I have the feeling that selling used gear does not pay back and I´d lose a backup. Still not 100% sure here.

I´d like a help from UHH experienced users for a new lens lineup considering I would keep DX team. Also, if possible, another suggestion in case I sell the DX team.

I feel that I will miss DX 18-200mm flexibility in D750.
I´ve read some reviews on FX 28-300mm and they are not exciting. Looks like it is not hugely better than DX 18-200mm. With the new D750, I want a step ahead.

I´ve read some FX 70-200mm f/2.8 VR II comparisons to DX 70-300 f/1:4.5-5.6 G VR and they normaly conclude their quality difference can only be seen in low light photos (and also much better f/2.8 bokeh). In daylight use, the result would be both similar.

I am a little confused on how to rearrange and considering my fields of interest, which suggestions would you make?
I still have some budget to buy lenses (or may sell the DX team). I just want to be sure that I will have a lineup which would be consistenly better and aligned to my interests.

Thank you.

Allan Cavalcanti

Hello,
I am a photo enthusiast and purchased a D7100 about 4 years ago. I don´t use photography as a way of living but I try to get the best out my gear. During this time I´ve acquired some lens and my current DX lens lineup is:

1 Tokina ATX Pro SD 11-16 F2.8 (IF) DX II
2 AF-S Nikkor 35 mm 1:1.8 G
3 AF-S Nikkor 18-200 mm 1:3.5-5.6 G II ED
4 AF-S Nikkor 70-300 mm 1:4.5-5.6 G VR

During these 4 years I´ve mostly used 18-200mm as grab and go lens.
Despite the 18-200mm well known compromises in image quality, I was able to manage its pitfalls especially my photos have been mostly during daylight and the demands were not too high.

But, our mind and eyes change over time. Reasonable quality is ok but now I want to have a better gear and photos quality.
My main interests have been travel photography, motorcycle events and trips, Carnival shots (people) and surfing shots. Lately I´ve included landscapes and low light nude art as next fields of interest. I don´t think of macro or other specific areas like new born or wedding/social events. It may happen accidentaly but am I am not towards it.

Based on it, I´ve just purchased a D750. Now, additionaly to my DX team, my FX lineup is as follows:

1 AF-S Nikkor 24-120 mm 1:4 G ED and
2 AF Nikkor 35-70mm f/2.8 D (old lens but I got a bargain in mint condition) - I am loving it.

For the time being I don´t think selling D7100. I can still change my mind but I have the feeling that selling used gear does not pay back and I´d lose a backup. Still not 100% sure here.

I´d like a help from UHH experienced users for a new lens lineup considering I would keep DX team. Also, if possible, another suggestion in case I sell the DX team.

I feel that I will miss DX 18-200mm flexibility in D750.
I´ve read some reviews on FX 28-300mm and they are not exciting. Looks like it is not hugely better than DX 18-200mm. With the new D750, I want a step ahead.

I´ve read some FX 70-200mm f/2.8 VR II comparisons to DX 70-300 f/1:4.5-5.6 G VR and they normaly conclude their quality difference can only be seen in low light photos (and also much better f/2.8 bokeh). In daylight use, the result would be both similar.

I am a little confused on how to rearrange and considering my fields of interest, which suggestions would you make?
I still have some budget to buy lenses (or may sell the DX team). I just want to be sure that I will have a lineup which would be consistenly better and aligned to my interests.

Thank you.

Allan Cavalcanti

Allan, I hope you understand that camera and lenses are only tools. Your photographs are only reflecting your expertise. Good gear is good to have but not a necessity when it comes to making photographs. If you do your part the camera and lens will do their part.

I do not own a D750 nor the 24-120 f4 VR lens but all I have seen from that combination has been excellent photographs. All zooms lenses have compromises but in general I would say that modern zooms have very good quality. It is up to the operator to bring back that quality in the photographs.

I own the first generation 18-200 f3.5-5.6 VR I lens, similar optically to what you have and I sincerely believe it is a very good lens. I am very satisfied with the quality of the images it makes for me. Keep the D7100 because I am sure you will not regret it.

Depending on the interest you have for certain subjects I am going to say that a 50mm lens could be a good choice for the full frame camera. If you like extreme wide angles something like the new 10-20 DX lens could be a good investment and Independent lens companies also offer good ones and that includes Tokina. The 10-20 is a DX lens.

In my humble opinion your D750 should be doing very well with the 50mm and 24-120 VR lens for the majority of the subjects you will encounter. If new interest arises with new subjects then you can select another lens that will fit your needs.

Usually simple is better.

Hello,
I am a photo enthusiast and purchased a D7100 about 4 years ago. I don´t use photography as a way of living but I try to get the best out my gear. During this time I´ve acquired some lens and my current DX lens lineup is:

1 Tokina ATX Pro SD 11-16 F2.8 (IF) DX II
2 AF-S Nikkor 35 mm 1:1.8 G
3 AF-S Nikkor 18-200 mm 1:3.5-5.6 G II ED
4 AF-S Nikkor 70-300 mm 1:4.5-5.6 G VR

During these 4 years I´ve mostly used 18-200mm as grab and go lens.
Despite the 18-200mm well known compromises in image quality, I was able to manage its pitfalls especially my photos have been mostly during daylight and the demands were not too high.

But, our mind and eyes change over time. Reasonable quality is ok but now I want to have a better gear and photos quality.
My main interests have been travel photography, motorcycle events and trips, Carnival shots (people) and surfing shots. Lately I´ve included landscapes and low light nude art as next fields of interest. I don´t think of macro or other specific areas like new born or wedding/social events. It may happen accidentaly but am I am not towards it.

Based on it, I´ve just purchased a D750. Now, additionaly to my DX team, my FX lineup is as follows:

1 AF-S Nikkor 24-120 mm 1:4 G ED and
2 AF Nikkor 35-70mm f/2.8 D (old lens but I got a bargain in mint condition) - I am loving it.

For the time being I don´t think selling D7100. I can still change my mind but I have the feeling that selling used gear does not pay back and I´d lose a backup. Still not 100% sure here.

I´d like a help from UHH experienced users for a new lens lineup considering I would keep DX team. Also, if possible, another suggestion in case I sell the DX team.

I feel that I will miss DX 18-200mm flexibility in D750.
I´ve read some reviews on FX 28-300mm and they are not exciting. Looks like it is not hugely better than DX 18-200mm. With the new D750, I want a step ahead.

I´ve read some FX 70-200mm f/2.8 VR II comparisons to DX 70-300 f/1:4.5-5.6 G VR and they normaly conclude their quality difference can only be seen in low light photos (and also much better f/2.8 bokeh). In daylight use, the result would be both similar.

I am a little confused on how to rearrange and considering my fields of interest, which suggestions would you make?
I still have some budget to buy lenses (or may sell the DX team). I just want to be sure that I will have a lineup which would be consistenly better and aligned to my interests.

Thank you.

Allan Cavalcanti

Allan, I hope you understand that camera and lenses are only tools. Your photographs are only reflecting your expertise. Good gear is good to have but not a necessity when it comes to making photographs. If you do your part the camera and lens will do their part.

I do not own a D750 nor the 24-120 f4 VR lens but all I have seen from that combination has been excellent photographs. All zooms lenses have compromises but in general I would say that modern zooms have very good quality. It is up to the operator to bring back that quality in the photographs.

I own the first generation 18-200 f3.5-5.6 VR I lens, similar optically to what you have and I sincerely believe it is a very good lens. I am very satisfied with the quality of the images it makes for me. Keep the D7100 because I am sure you will not regret it.

Depending on the interest you have for certain subjects I am going to say that a 50mm lens could be a good choice for the full frame camera. If you like extreme wide angles something like the new 10-20 DX lens could be a good investment and Independent lens companies also offer good ones and that includes Tokina. The 10-20 is a DX lens.

In my humble opinion your D750 should be doing very well with the 50mm and 24-120 VR lens for the majority of the subjects you will encounter. If new interest arises with new subjects then you can select another lens that will fit your needs.

Usually simple is better.