Hi, new here and hope for your expert help
Oct 20, 2019 19:19:14 #
My daughter (39) and I (old as dirt) have loved photography for a long time but never got past DX NIkons. Hers is D3200. Now she started her own llc. and has become busy doing baby, children, pets and some family portrait work. Has website and all. Now she wants to go deep end into full frame equipment. Thinking D750 or D850. She also loves outdoor landscape and closeup work like bugs and flowers. So what to get. Please help old dad know what to help buy and answer couple questions
-850 very tempting but worth it?
-can she use existing lenses at all till new appropriate ones can be afforded?
- what are the first two lenses she should go after to take advantage of a 750 or 850.
I know I can read posts till I die and still be confused. Are there sane hopefully simple answers to the above. I was once (35 yrs ago)a part time wedding photographer using rolliflex’s I think so I at least used to know a bit, like how to lug a ton of stuff around. But my model T knowledge does little for daughters Ferrari appetite.
-850 very tempting but worth it?
-can she use existing lenses at all till new appropriate ones can be afforded?
- what are the first two lenses she should go after to take advantage of a 750 or 850.
I know I can read posts till I die and still be confused. Are there sane hopefully simple answers to the above. I was once (35 yrs ago)a part time wedding photographer using rolliflex’s I think so I at least used to know a bit, like how to lug a ton of stuff around. But my model T knowledge does little for daughters Ferrari appetite.
Oct 20, 2019 19:34:24 #
The D850 is Nikon's top model. But, before spending an addition $1000 for the D850 in this comparison, ask whether the computer equipment involved is up to snuff for huge 45MP files the D850 creates? For the uses described, the Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8G would be a great choice. Where again, maybe the cheaper camera helps to afford an extremely expensive, superior lens. You can't go wrong with either full-frame body.
Oct 20, 2019 19:51:53 #
Oct 20, 2019 19:55:43 #
Fredinco wrote:
My daughter (39) and I (old as dirt) have loved ph... (show quote)
Fredinco welcome to our forum.I bet you are pround of your daughter.
The Nikon D3200 is a 24.2-megapixel DX format DSLR Nikon F-mount camera officially launched by Nikon on April 19, 2012. It is marketed as an entry-level DSLR camera for beginners and experienced DSLR hobbyists who are ready for more advanced specs and performance.
My suggestion for your daughter would be to save her money and continue shooting with what she has.
Reason being she will need to by new lenses and a FX body. How much about $5000 Body and a couple of lenses. I am biased as I have been a Nikon guy since 1960 from film to digital.
Oct 20, 2019 19:58:51 #
If she loves to do landscapes and money is no object, yes get the D850. CHG CANON brought up a good point about your computer handling the larger files. Is the expense of the D850 worth it over the D750?...yes.
Oct 20, 2019 19:59:00 #
Fredinco wrote:
Great suggestion about computer. I’ll dig into that more. Thank you
Beyond the increased complexity, both cameras and the lens suggestion are Nite vs Day in terms of size and weight. One should visit a store, even just a Best Buy, to handle some of the candidates to get a feel for how they feel in the hand. An upgrade within the DX line might feel better by comparison.
Oct 20, 2019 20:00:04 #
Oh I realize that. Her work has some bonus program where points are gathered. She can get a 750 and some lens or 850 body and only pay tax. So looking to take advantage before leaving company
Oct 20, 2019 20:25:44 #
Oct 20, 2019 20:57:54 #
Welcome to UHH Fredinco. You have already gotten good advice regarding the computer and the handling of the large files the D850 will generate, not just whether it is fast enough to handle these files, but also your current hard drive space as well.
Since you have DX camera's, you probably have DX lenses, so not only will you have the cost of the camera, but FX lenses as well. The D850 is an awesome camera, and as such, it does require really good glass to take advantage of its capabilities.
As others have said, maybe it would be best to stick with the DX cameras for now, and purchase some good FX lenses first, and then make the move to full frame. If money is not a real issue, then a move up to full frame should be considered. Just remember that you will need FX lenses to go with the two cameras she is looking at.
Since you have DX camera's, you probably have DX lenses, so not only will you have the cost of the camera, but FX lenses as well. The D850 is an awesome camera, and as such, it does require really good glass to take advantage of its capabilities.
As others have said, maybe it would be best to stick with the DX cameras for now, and purchase some good FX lenses first, and then make the move to full frame. If money is not a real issue, then a move up to full frame should be considered. Just remember that you will need FX lenses to go with the two cameras she is looking at.
Oct 21, 2019 05:29:35 #
I have a Nikon D500 and D750. I use the D500 for model photo shoots because I can move the focus point(s) around quickly with the joystick. It also produces slightly sharper images because of the omission of an anti-aliasing filter over the sensor. If she is photographing baby, children, and pets, she may want to consider the D850 or D500. They both have the joystick controller. They also have Nikon's best autofocus with a dedicated AF processor and 153 AF points as opposed to 51 for the D750. The D500 is a DX format camera so she could use the DX lenses she has now.
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The D5, D500, and D850 have the dedicated AF processor
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Oct 21, 2019 06:09:45 #
Maybe she should consider the new full-frame mirrorless camera by Canon. $1100 for a great camera.
Oct 21, 2019 07:03:44 #
Fredinco wrote:
My daughter (39) and I (old as dirt) have loved ph... (show quote)
The D850 is a great, mid-priced pro camera, and for the wide variety of subject matter, is it extremely well suited. Totally worth it. The D750 is an excellent "prosumer" camera, however it can't touch the D850 in handling, speed, autofocus performance, ability to capture fine detail, etc etc. Is it worth it? That would be a personal decision. I use a D810 and a D810. I no longer use my gear professionally, and I live on a fixed income. While I'd love to get a D850, the improvements aren't "worth it" to me. If I were using a 7 year old entry level camera, I'd probably beg, steal and borrow my way to a D850, and get either a used or refurbished one. Or I'd get a nice clean used D810 and a lens or two. But that's me.
Oct 21, 2019 07:22:51 #
Fredinco wrote:
Oh I realize that. Her work has some bonus program where points are gathered. She can get a 750 and some lens or 850 body and only pay tax. So looking to take advantage before leaving company
Based on the above, I would say the D850 is the way to go. If she only has DX lenses she can use them in DX mode until getting something like a 24-70 F/2.8.
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Oct 21, 2019 08:23:07 #
Oct 21, 2019 08:57:32 #
One thing people overlook about the Nikon D850 is the ability to shoot smaller resolutions in raw. You’re not “stuck” with 45mp files all the time. A lot of things I shoot will never need huge files. There are two other options: 25mp (like the D750) and 11mp. Wish my D810 had smaller raw file options.
https://photographylife.com/reviews/nikon-d850/4
New full-frame lenses will most likely be needed for either choice.
I’ve been debating those two cameras myself, since the 810 I use is a loaner for an unknown length of time. I don’t think one could go wrong with either, but I like the control layout of the 850 better, plus the resolution options available.
https://photographylife.com/reviews/nikon-d850/4
New full-frame lenses will most likely be needed for either choice.
I’ve been debating those two cameras myself, since the 810 I use is a loaner for an unknown length of time. I don’t think one could go wrong with either, but I like the control layout of the 850 better, plus the resolution options available.
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