New vs Old?
Jun 8, 2019 17:32:03 #
I have and use a Nikon D90. I have been reviewing some of my reference books and I am wondering, what do you get with the newer models that my D90 doesn't have? Admittedly it is several years old, which makes it a dinosaur in electronic terms, but it is loaded with features, more than I will ever use. I do not have every lens that fits this camera but I have all the lenses that I need for all the photography I want to do. They are all AF and VR when I choose to use those features, and all take sharp, color-true photos. It has about 15,000 shutter trips on the clock but is rated for 100,000 so it is far from being worn out.
So, can someone with expertise in the D90 and newer models tell me what I am missing? Must be something very, very special to justify the cost of a newer camera.
TIA
So, can someone with expertise in the D90 and newer models tell me what I am missing? Must be something very, very special to justify the cost of a newer camera.
TIA
Jun 8, 2019 17:42:31 #
For me the D90 has video feature which I never use. So although it's old it does have a good number of features that someone never use. That doesn't mean a newer model doesn't provide features that you would want.
Among the features on newer cameras are:
1. More pixels. The D90 is a 12MP camera and a typical Nikon DX camera today has 24MP.
2. Although with more MP the noise level is likely to be lower and any given ISO.
3. The AF system would have more points and focus faster.
4. The frame rate is higher and the buffer is also larger.
Whether you need those features is up to you.
Among the features on newer cameras are:
1. More pixels. The D90 is a 12MP camera and a typical Nikon DX camera today has 24MP.
2. Although with more MP the noise level is likely to be lower and any given ISO.
3. The AF system would have more points and focus faster.
4. The frame rate is higher and the buffer is also larger.
Whether you need those features is up to you.
Jun 8, 2019 17:47:55 #
stanikon wrote:
I have and use a Nikon D90. I have been reviewing... (show quote)
The camera is 11 yrs old and Nikon no longer services it for openers.
Image quality has improved substantially, it's replacement, the D7200 or D7500 have 24 and 20 mp respectively, greater dynamic range, less noise, faster shooting larger buffer, The D7500 can shoot at higher ISO with less noise, I believe both are ISO invariant so they contribute very little noise of their own, both offer 14 bit lossless compressed raw recording (not an option on the D90) and so on. You can't fully appreciate this unless you handle both cameras and do a side by side. There are some other differences between the D7200 and the 7500 that you can read about here:
https://www.lightandmatter.org/2017/equipment-reviews/camera-comparisons/nikon-d7500-vs-d7200-whats-the-difference/
Jun 8, 2019 17:47:56 #
Time passes - my dear old D60 went to my daughter - it took fine photos, that still look good, but I moved on to both FX and DX. Here is a pretty decent comparison - even leaving out wear & tear even on a carefully handled piece of equipment.
Link https://cameradecision.com/compare/Nikon-D7200-vs-Nikon-D90
I would not go back.
Best of luck whatever you decide!
Link https://cameradecision.com/compare/Nikon-D7200-vs-Nikon-D90
I would not go back.
Best of luck whatever you decide!
Jun 8, 2019 17:49:37 #
stanikon wrote:
I have and use a Nikon D90. I have been reviewing... (show quote)
If it ain't broke, don't fix it. A good motto to live by and save money at the same time.
Jun 8, 2019 18:29:58 #
If it meets your needs what more do you want. Sometimes you can spend a lot of money and the end result does not really improve. On the other hand, if you are wishing you could print larger photos or have better low light responses etc. then you should look to see specifically what you would need to improve but it doesn't sound like you need anything more than more time to increase the shutter count. I agree with orrie smith, if it ain't broke, don't fix it.
Jun 8, 2019 18:38:51 #
Harry0
Loc: Gardena, Cal
orrie smith wrote:
If it ain't broke, don't fix it. A good motto to live by and save money at the same time.
I agree. I still have a D80, and it still takes pretty good pictures.
My pictures don't hardly ever get bigger than note book paper size. the D80 is better than that.
I don't need Nikon support until it breaks.
All Nikon F lenses fit and work.
All Nikon flashes work.
I have yet to be in a situation where the D80 was inadequate. Newer cameras are better, but ...
And your D90 is the upgrade to mine. Keep it. Use it.
Doesn't mean you can't buy another, tho.
Jun 8, 2019 19:04:03 #
Thanks everyone for the responses. They were pretty much what I expected. "If it ain't broke, don't fix it" is a good motto to live by, and it has stood me well many times.
To clarify, I am not in the market for a new camera, or an upgrade from the D90. What I wanted to know was what I am missing. Based on the responses and the helpful links, it appears to be not much, but you never know until you ask. My experience with the newer models is non-existent so it was worth asking the question.
Again, thank you to everyone who responded for your time and efforts. It is much appreciated.
To clarify, I am not in the market for a new camera, or an upgrade from the D90. What I wanted to know was what I am missing. Based on the responses and the helpful links, it appears to be not much, but you never know until you ask. My experience with the newer models is non-existent so it was worth asking the question.
Again, thank you to everyone who responded for your time and efforts. It is much appreciated.
Jun 8, 2019 19:16:25 #
stanikon wrote:
Thanks everyone for the responses. They were pret... (show quote)
I have a D90. I also have an D700, a D800E, and a Df.
There is a difference with regard to image quality, resolution, ability to crop.
Before you dismiss what you might be missing; rent, borrow or otherwise acquire a later model, higher megapixel body, and perform a personal comparison. The later models are better in many ways other than useless bells and whistles.
Jun 8, 2019 19:16:32 #
Strodav
Loc: Houston, Tx
I moved from a bridge camera to a D7200 when I got more serious about wildlife / birding. The D7200 is an excellent camera, I still have it and it's the body I keep in my photography go bag, but I knew when I outgrew it. I definitely wanted a better AF system and a higher frame rate for BIF, and better low light performance for more opportunity. I ended up picking up a used D500 with power grip for a great price. So, my question for you is what features do you want that you don't have now that will improve your favorite type of photography. That will point you, or not, to your new camera.
Jun 8, 2019 21:34:49 #
I like my D 7200 so well that I may buy a new one before they are gone and set it aside. Same for the DF - tho there I'd buy lightly used.
Jun 8, 2019 22:54:24 #
I think the biggest improvement of newer cameras is high ISO performance. If you don't shoot much low light photography, you might be just as well with the D90, if it meets your needs.
Jun 9, 2019 04:30:06 #
Pablo8
Loc: Nottingham UK.
Surely the manufacturers would have mentioned the fact that the camera was not really 'Up to Scratch', when it was first released? And a better one was coming along later? NO??
Jun 9, 2019 06:02:42 #
stanikon wrote:
I have and use a Nikon D90. I have been reviewing... (show quote)
I had the D90 for years with an 18-200MM lens. It is a great camera. My son in law gave me his D610 when he bought the D850. I gave his son my grandson my D90. Then the grandson gets his first cell phone and the D90 is gathering dust. I would still have the D90. I liked it I never wished it were more than. I take family pictures, vacation pictures, and landscape pictures. Stay with it. Remember; it's a poor workman that blames his tools.
Jun 9, 2019 06:09:45 #
billnikon
Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont
stanikon wrote:
I have and use a Nikon D90. I have been reviewing... (show quote)
If you photograph sports, moving objects, etc. Focusing systems have come a long way since the introduction of our D90.
But, that is up to you. If you do not need a fast focusing system and shoot stagnant objects, your camera is fine.
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