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May 18, 2020 05:35:05   #
cameraf4 Loc: Delaware
 
Like quixdraw, I have always used 2 bodies. I mount a very wide zoom to one and a tele zoom to the other. The lenses vary depending on what I predict I may encounter. But, that way, if something "bad" happens to one body, I can still get shots. And, since I use FF gear, between a 16-35mm and a 28-200 or 28-300mm, I've got the focal lengths I use covered.

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May 18, 2020 05:44:10   #
NikonRocks Loc: Sydney
 
kb6kgx wrote:
That'd be nice, if I can swing it. I was thinking of just adding a D7200, which is essentially he same as what I have (D7100), but has a much better buffer if doing continuous firing. I don't really NEED more camera than that, but if I can get into full frame, that'd be awesome, since the 70-300 is a full-frame lens.


The D7200 even though out of production now is still an amazing camera for what you will be paying for it. Having said all that you must keep in mind that moving into the FX world in order to use you FX 70-300 lens will reduce the optical reach of that FX camera/lens combo by 33.3% compared to the existing combo. Is that what you really want?

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May 18, 2020 06:53:38   #
Jerrin1 Loc: Wolverhampton, England
 
kb6kgx wrote:
Here's what I'm using: Nikon D7100 with a Nikon 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED IF AF-S VRII and a Sigma 17-50mm f2.8. Yes, I know that the Nikon is a "FX" lens and the Sigma is a "DX" lens.

I am a photographer for my local county fire department. For helicopters and aerial tankers, nothing beats the 70-300. It gets the job done. For most everything else, the Sigma is great when I need to "go wide". Now, here's my question:

I'm tired of missing shots because of having to change lenses. I also don't want to have to change lenses when there is a lot of dust and burning things flying around in the air around me. Do I just add a second camera body and put a lens on each or do I keep both lenses in the bag and put on something like a Tamron 18-400? For this type of photography, I've never found that I need the extra 100mm that the Tamron would give, which makes my question a simple one of (1) second body or (2) super-zoom?
Here's what I'm using: Nikon D7100 with a Nikon 70... (show quote)


I have been using two camera bodies in tandem for many years and, though I tried quite recently, cannot manage with just one camera. I use a long zoom on one and a macro on the other (or a shorter zoom wehn there are no insects about). I would certainly go with the two camera set up - there is no chance of dropping a lens in a highly charged moment or getting dust.debris on the sensor.

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May 18, 2020 07:30:55   #
bobmcculloch Loc: NYC, NY
 
2nd body, IMHO

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May 18, 2020 07:39:29   #
TerryVS
 
kb6kgx wrote:
Here's what I'm using: Nikon D7100 with a Nikon 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED IF AF-S VRII and a Sigma 17-50mm f2.8. Yes, I know that the Nikon is a "FX" lens and the Sigma is a "DX" lens.

I am a photographer for my local county fire department. For helicopters and aerial tankers, nothing beats the 70-300. It gets the job done. For most everything else, the Sigma is great when I need to "go wide". Now, here's my question:

I'm tired of missing shots because of having to change lenses. I also don't want to have to change lenses when there is a lot of dust and burning things flying around in the air around me. Do I just add a second camera body and put a lens on each or do I keep both lenses in the bag and put on something like a Tamron 18-400? For this type of photography, I've never found that I need the extra 100mm that the Tamron would give, which makes my question a simple one of (1) second body or (2) super-zoom?
Here's what I'm using: Nikon D7100 with a Nikon 70... (show quote)


I handle phitog/PIO for a local volunteer dept. I also do a lot of fire related still photography during my off time and as time permits when I'm working as a TV photog.

For fireground I use a D750 with a Tamron 15-30 f2.8 and a D850 with a Tamron 70-200 f2.8.

I have a Holdfast money maker camera strap/harness that I've modified a bit that keeps both cameras at my fingertips and allows me to drop the cameras and have both hands free.

I always like 2 bodies when I'm shooting fast paced action.

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May 18, 2020 07:57:35   #
david vt Loc: Vermont
 
I like the 2nd body suggestions. I don’t like changing lens in the field, even without the dirt, etc that your photography includes. You will have more “backup” in 2 bodies rather than 1 super zoom

I would look for a good used D7100 or, as you noted, D7200. Besides being reasonably priced, having two lens with identical layouts and menus would make it easier to switch quickly between them.

Also, if you did go for an FX body as your 2nd, remember you lose the CF of the D7100. As the Sigma is DX, it would have to stay there, which means the 70-300 on the new FF, which will decrease your expected reach. May well be worth the trade-off, but keep it in mind

Good luck.

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May 18, 2020 08:02:21   #
MrBob Loc: lookout Mtn. NE Alabama
 
Carry around as many bodies as you feel comfortable with. Changing lenses in the field is a real pain; Consider each lens/body combination a specialized setup and don't compromise with do it all zooms.... I have been SO MUCH happier after going with small, fast primes.

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May 18, 2020 08:03:21   #
Architect1776 Loc: In my mind
 
kb6kgx wrote:
Here's what I'm using: Nikon D7100 with a Nikon 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED IF AF-S VRII and a Sigma 17-50mm f2.8. Yes, I know that the Nikon is a "FX" lens and the Sigma is a "DX" lens.

I am a photographer for my local county fire department. For helicopters and aerial tankers, nothing beats the 70-300. It gets the job done. For most everything else, the Sigma is great when I need to "go wide". Now, here's my question:

I'm tired of missing shots because of having to change lenses. I also don't want to have to change lenses when there is a lot of dust and burning things flying around in the air around me. Do I just add a second camera body and put a lens on each or do I keep both lenses in the bag and put on something like a Tamron 18-400? For this type of photography, I've never found that I need the extra 100mm that the Tamron would give, which makes my question a simple one of (1) second body or (2) super-zoom?
Here's what I'm using: Nikon D7100 with a Nikon 70... (show quote)


I vote for a second body seeing as you are doing work for others.
For yourself you still have the memory regardless of a functioning camera so one body is just fine.
In fact I many times do NOT take a photo and just fully enjoy the moment and view.

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May 18, 2020 08:13:07   #
cedymock Loc: Irmo, South Carolina
 
kb6kgx wrote:
Here's what I'm using: Nikon D7100 with a Nikon 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED IF AF-S VRII and a Sigma 17-50mm f2.8. Yes, I know that the Nikon is a "FX" lens and the Sigma is a "DX" lens.

I am a photographer for my local county fire department. For helicopters and aerial tankers, nothing beats the 70-300. It gets the job done. For most everything else, the Sigma is great when I need to "go wide". Now, here's my question:

I'm tired of missing shots because of having to change lenses. I also don't want to have to change lenses when there is a lot of dust and burning things flying around in the air around me. Do I just add a second camera body and put a lens on each or do I keep both lenses in the bag and put on something like a Tamron 18-400? For this type of photography, I've never found that I need the extra 100mm that the Tamron would give, which makes my question a simple one of (1) second body or (2) super-zoom?
Here's what I'm using: Nikon D7100 with a Nikon 70... (show quote)


My answer would depend on what this statement means.

I am a photographer for my local county fire department.
Is this a paid position for the fire department?------------------------ second body
Are you a volunteer?----------------------------------------------------- either you would like
Are you a fireman that takes photos for the fire department?-------- 18-300 Nikon best not lugging around second body.
Are you a photographer hired by the fire department?---------------- second body

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May 18, 2020 08:15:35   #
Jeffcs Loc: Myrtle Beach South Carolina
 
I’ve always had a second body on all jobs and in your case I wouldn’t leave home without a second body
That said both bodies were the same and set up the same that way you don’t have to think this works this way while body 2 works that way

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May 18, 2020 08:23:10   #
CWGordon
 
Second body vote here.
I have not needed to get more bodies in a long time, but the contributors here often recommend KEH for used or refurbished camera bodies. This might allow you a wider range of cameras from which to choose. Refurbished has always seemed a great way to go and very likely a safer more sure one than buying the unknown of a used camera. Of course, if you are strictly looking at new...

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May 18, 2020 08:23:50   #
jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY
 
I would definitely recommend the two-camera setup, preferably one that is similar, like the D7200. When I go out shooting, I sometimes have a tele on my right shoulder and a W/A on my left. Very convenient. OP/TECH has excellent straps for carrying two cameras.

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May 18, 2020 08:27:37   #
agillot
 
Tamron 18/400 .cover all .people who own it like it .

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May 18, 2020 08:44:54   #
ELNikkor
 
1st choice, D7100 or D7200 extra body. The reason for not getting an 18-300 zoom is that the 17-50 Tamron is 2 stops faster, and you may need that speed in some of the low-light shots. I have that same FX 70-300, a great performer, but much larger and heavier than a DX 70-300 AF-P.

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May 18, 2020 08:50:58   #
DavidPine Loc: Fredericksburg, TX
 
kb6kgx wrote:
Here's what I'm using: Nikon D7100 with a Nikon 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED IF AF-S VRII and a Sigma 17-50mm f2.8. Yes, I know that the Nikon is a "FX" lens and the Sigma is a "DX" lens.

I am a photographer for my local county fire department. For helicopters and aerial tankers, nothing beats the 70-300. It gets the job done. For most everything else, the Sigma is great when I need to "go wide". Now, here's my question:

I'm tired of missing shots because of having to change lenses. I also don't want to have to change lenses when there is a lot of dust and burning things flying around in the air around me. Do I just add a second camera body and put a lens on each or do I keep both lenses in the bag and put on something like a Tamron 18-400? For this type of photography, I've never found that I need the extra 100mm that the Tamron would give, which makes my question a simple one of (1) second body or (2) super-zoom?
Here's what I'm using: Nikon D7100 with a Nikon 70... (show quote)


The Nikon Z50 with the two kit lenses would be a good choice. YouTube the camera.

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