Back up camera (Page 2): If the poster is a professional, He/she wouldn't have to ask other people what camera to get. Either the poster is trying to justify a new camera or saying...

Ched49 Loc: Pittsburgh, Pa.

billnikon wrote:

Most pro's use a BACK UP CAMERA, as, a BACK UP CAM... (show quote)

If the poster is a professional, He/she wouldn't have to ask other people what camera to get. Either the poster is trying to justify a new camera or saying they need a "backup" makes them feel important.

bull drink water Loc: pontiac mi.

I still say, if you depend on your cameras your source of income, have two of the same model.

rmalarz Loc: Tempe, Arizona

Excellent advice is given here.
--Bob

MT Shooter wrote:

Its never a bad idea to have the same model camera for a backup as you have for a main camera, for a MULTITUDE of reasons. Used or refurbs are a good way to lower costs.
The D7200 is pretty low priced right now awaiting it replacement announcement next month.

ABJanes Loc: Jersey Boy now Virginia

MT Shooter wrote:

Its never a bad idea to have the same model camera for a backup as you have for a main camera, for a MULTITUDE of reasons. Used or refurbs are a good way to lower costs.
The D7200 is pretty low priced right now awaiting it replacement announcement next month.

I'm curious are you hearing about the D7600 coming soon?

rcarol

tuomi1947 wrote:

I have a Nikon d7200 and am looking for back up camera ? I do own some afp lens , trying to keep price lower , having hard time because the afp lens are not in line with older camers ? Any help ?

If you're looking for a less expensive alternative to the D7200, take a look at the D5200. They are only available used but they are abundant. I have one and use the AF-P lenses with no issues.

photoman43

The same body you now use. Or another similar body that uses the same batteries, cards, battery charger, etc. This is especially important if you are traveling and need to keep all of the accessory stuff to a minimum.

Joe

ronpier Loc: Poland Ohio

Silverman wrote:

As a possible back-up camera to your Nikon D7200, you might consider a used Nikon D3300. I have this camera, has performed very well for me for over 2 years now, bought it used, after diligent research.

My thoughts exactly. I own a D3400. I have one, has performed very well for past 2 years. Excellent IQ. Same 24mp sensor and Expeed 4 processor as D7200. Great in low light, 5fps. Uses af-p and af-s lenses. Can be purchased used with low shutter count under $200 with warranty. Nice match as a D7200 backup.

rehess Loc: South Bend, Indiana, USA

Ched49 wrote:

Either the poster is trying to justify a new camera or saying they need a "backup" makes them feel important.

in the Age of film, my previous camera served as my backup. My first two Canon Rebels died before being replaced; this past Black Friday, I got a Pentax KP, and my K-30 went from ‘primary’ to ‘backup’. I see nothing unusual about an amateur having a backup system.

ronpier Loc: Poland Ohio

rehess wrote:

in the Age of film, my previous camera served as my backup. My first two Canon Rebels died before being replaced; this past Black Friday, I got a Pentax KP, and my K-30 went from ‘primary’ to ‘backup’. I see nothing unusual about an amateur having a backup system.

Always nice to have 2 cameras or even more.

AndyH Loc: Massachusetts and New Hampshire

rehess wrote:

in the Age of film, my previous camera served as my backup. My first two Canon Rebels died before being replaced; this past Black Friday, I got a Pentax KP, and my K-30 went from ‘primary’ to ‘backup’. I see nothing unusual about an amateur having a backup system.

Me too. And I do exactly the same thing with my DSLRs. Murphy’s Law has a way of cropping up just before a big trip or event, and amateurs like me may not have the cash to immediately replace the primary camera.

Our old D3200 is the backup for our D7100s these days.

Andy

Ruraldi Loc: Milmay, NJ

I upgraded to the D500 -my D7000 is still a useful tool in my toolbox - use it when I don't need the speed of the D500. Having two different cameras for different situations is never a bad idea. It depends upon what you are clicking, and how much you can afford.

SuperflyTNT Loc: Manassas VA

ronpier wrote:

Always nice to have 2 cameras or even more.

Cameras are like kayaks. Every time I get a new kayak my mother asks, “how many kayaks do you need?”...my answer?... “one...more”

ronpier Loc: Poland Ohio

SuperflyTNT wrote:

Cameras are like kayaks. Every time I get a new kayak my mother asks, “how many kayaks do you need?”...my answer?... “one...more”

That’s a great answer. Does it work with spouses too?

lamiaceae Loc: San Luis Obispo County, CA

tuomi1947 wrote:

I have a Nikon d7200 and am looking for back up camera ? I do own some afp lens , trying to keep price lower , having hard time because the afp lens are not in line with older camers ? Any help ?

A used D7200 or D7100 or D7000, why not.

lamiaceae Loc: San Luis Obispo County, CA

Delderby wrote:

When ever I see a post for "need a back-up camera" it always seems to be for Nikon.
I am thankful that, for ten years, I have stayed with Panasonic. Never any problems, and never felt I needed a back-up.

I have 3 DSLRs for regular use. I wouldn't call any back-ups, I just keep any cameras I've bought. I have 3 main Pentax DSLRs, K-3 (24MP), K-5 (16MP), and K-20D (14MP); I like using the K-5 best, so when it dies if it does so before I do I plan to replace it with a used K-5 ii S. Of course by then I may be using Fujifilm cameras.

Hmmm, might there be something to what you are implying.