Nikon D7000...Is it worth buying ? (Page 3): I had a D7000 for several years and it served me very well. When it went belly-up from salt air corrosion I bought a D7100 as a...

David in Dallas Loc: Dallas, Texas, USA

I had a D7000 for several years and it served me very well. When it went belly-up from salt air corrosion I bought a D7100 as a replacement. I think you would do fine with one as a backup.

OlinBost Loc: Marietta, Ga.

I paid twice that much for my used one and I really like. Have much still to learn about it. What I wanted was the faster image speed as opposed to my D90. The D7000 has a faster image speed than the D7100 that I was considering also.

jlocke Loc: Austin, TX

As previously noted, the D7000 won't work with the AF-P lens. This is the fine print at the bottom of the page on Nikon's site (this was for the AF-P DX NIKKOR 18-55mm):

The number of cameras compatible with both lenses is limited. Even for compatible cameras, firmware update may be required*. Fully compatible models:D7500, D5600, D5500, D5300*, D3400, D3300*, D500 and later models

Compatible models with limited functions:D5, D810 series, Df, D750, D7200, D7100, D5200, Nikon 1 series with the FT1

Incompatible models:D4 series, D3 series, D2 series, D1 series, D800 series, D700, D610, D600, D300 series, D200, D100, D7000, D5100, D5000, D90, D80, D70 series, D3200, D3100, D3000, D60, D50, D40 series, film cameras.

jcboy3

cruise4two wrote:

I have a chance to buy a D7000 in good operating condition...approx. 30k shutter clicks. Seller asking $200.
I would use as backup body.

Would like to hear from present (and past) users if D7000 is still a viable camera or if it's "over the hill".

You can get a D7100 for less than $300, and it has a much bigger and better sensor and better AF system.

JohnFitzharris Loc: Arizona

I bought this camera when it came out. Have not purchased another since. It replaces a D50 that I still have (and use if I am worried about the weather and the D7000). I'm an amateur, of course, but this machine has all the bells and whistles I need, and using it on full manual remains a possibility in difficult situations.

Some of my pics with this machine are at https://www.flickr.com/photos/9669387@N08.

More are in the works.

Mobad58

I could be wrong, but I believe the newer P lenses utilize electronic aperture activation which requires
extra contacts in the body and lens...

polyman

cruise4two wrote:

Still in need of info regarding conflict between Nikon D7000 and Nikkor AF-P lenses.

Check for lens compatabilty here https://kenrockwell.com/nikon/compatibility-lens.htm#pro

ronpier Loc: Poland Ohio

JohnFitzharris wrote:

I bought this camera when it came out. Have not purchased another since. It replaces a D50 that I still have (and use if I am worried about the weather and the D7000). I'm an amateur, of course, but this machine has all the bells and whistles I need, and using it on full manual remains a possibility in difficult situations.

Some of my pics with this machine are at https://www.flickr.com/photos/9669387@N08.

More are in the works.

Still use and love my D50.

Photec

I have one that was really good. When I needlessly upgraded, I didn't want to let it go so I sent it off to be converted to a dedicated Infrared camera. It is fantastic in that roll. For $200, you have a no brainer.

GoofyNewfie Loc: Kansas City

jcboy3 wrote:

You can get a D7100 for less than $300, and it has a much bigger and better sensor and better AF system.

Sensor is the same physical size, but the resolution is more (24 vs 16mp) and there is no low-pass filter on the 7100. And the mode dial lock, as I mentioned earlier. I'd tend to agree to look for a 7100 too... if one could find a good deal!
https://photographylife.com/nikon-d7100-vs-d7000

Earnest Botello Loc: Hockley, Texas

I have a D7000, it is a great camera, IMHO it is well worth $200.

Scout505 Loc: Dallas/ Fort Worth Texas

Use mine all the time just got back from Colorado...

WayneL Loc: Baltimore Md

cruise4two wrote:

I have a chance to buy a D7000 in good operating condition...approx. 30k shutter clicks. Seller asking $200.
I would use as backup body.

Would like to hear from present (and past) users if D7000 is still a viable camera or if it's "over the hill".

I have a Coolpix A which has the same sensor. Great IQ and I would pay $200 for that, so yes the D7000 is worth $200

ButchS Loc: Spokane, WA

I bought one used from KEH. Had it converted to infrared. I am very happy with it.

AndyGarcia

cruise4two wrote:

I have a chance to buy a D7000 in good operating condition...approx. 30k shutter clicks. Seller asking $200.
I would use as backup body.

Would like to hear from present (and past) users if D7000 is still a viable camera or if it's "over the hill".

Buy it. I had one. Takes great photos. Good back up camera. No brainer.