ziggy_nc

I checked out the ISO "low" and I still have questions about it. As to William point the mirrorless are excellent for travel, and for the three years I had that D7100, it worked fine (until the LCD screen stop working). I was watching reviews on the Olympus and Z-50 and battery life concern me. It seem every one talked about taking extra batteries. The Olympus and Z-50 can be charged using USB port. When I took the D7100 to Europe in 2017, I never used the extra battery. The same was true on the cruise to Caribbean in 2019. I only used the LCD to make sure the photos were in focus and correct exposure. There are gives and take on no matter what camera I choose. If the LCD screen wasn't broken on the D7100 and if it didn't cost +$300 to fix, I would be happy with D7100. But seeing the D7500 came down for the holidays, it worth upgrading to a new camera. On the D7500, the promo stated it's a camera that will last a life time, that was what I thought the D7100 would. The camera before that, I had for 15 years before it broke, and film camera still work. I appreciate everyone input.

ziggy_nc

That is true, and that is why I am nerves about switching. I already have a nice NikonAF-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.8 G and Nikon DX AF-S Nikkor 55:300mm 1:4.5-5.6 GED. I take, I think great photos with them both.

SuperflyTNT Loc: Manassas VA

Another issue is are the lenses you have DX or FX. The DX will work on the D750 in crop mode but you’ll be losing a big chunk of resolution. The D500 might be the better option. I have that and a D7200 and they’re both great. The D7200 is well built but the D500 is really a pro level build, really rugged, the best APS-C camera out there. All that being said my go to camera has been my Panasonic Lumix G9. I’ve become very spoiled by the advantages of mirrorless, especially the IBIS, (it’s amazing what I can shoot handheld), and the ability to see EC as I adjust it. For action the D500 can’t be beat but the G9 focuses pretty fast too. The big caveat in going to the G9 is I’ve dropped probably $5000 on lenses on top of the body, but I have almost everything covered.

MarkSki

Although it is true that the lowest ISO setting available is 200 while in Auto ISO, you can manually set ISO to 100 by selecting “low” in the ISO setting menu.

ziggy_nc

$5000 is over my budget. I would rather go with the D7500 over the D7200. I had a Panasonic camera, not the G9. I got back in 2005, and it worked fine for 15 years. On the website camera decision, they both Panasonic in top 5 for mirrorless.

Lagoonguy Loc: New Smyrna Beach, FL

The D7500 refurb can now be purchased for $600 or $800 new. That is a bargain for the features on that camera. I have a D7000, D7100, two F750s and many DX and FX lenses. I love the Nikons but when I travel I use a Panasonic G9 system with 4 lenses because they are light weight and provide excellent results. The G9 is now on sale for $1000 and the Olympus OMD-1 M2 is priced at $1300 but your lenses can get expensive depending if you go with either systems best lenses. If you want to go with the familiar the D7500 looks like a great choice to me. Good luck!

Peteso Loc: Blacks Hills

For the $300 price difference ($1200 v. $1500), I would go with the Olympus EM1 Mark II, not the EM5 Mark III. ISO 100 v. 200 is essentially a distinction without a difference. The Olympus Pro lenses are expensive. However, when you get into the longer, fast Pro lenses (including the effect of Oly 1.4 and 2.0 tele-extenders), that's where the price differences begin to become more significant than comparable Nikon lenses. For example, the Olympus 40-150mm (max EFL of 300mm), has a maximum EFL of 420mm with the 1.4 extender and 600mm with 2.0 extender (albeit, a loss of 1 and 2 stops, respectively). Check out comparable Nikon lenses and you'll see the cost differences for comparable, pro-quality lenses. Hope this helps...

wdross Loc: Castle Rock, Colorado

Because of the lenses, it will make some sense to go to the D7500. But because of you are bodyless for the lenses, this is the most opportune time to make a switch if you are going to. There is Image Stabilization to be gained and weatherproofing to be gained. And the older lenses can be sold.

Anyone that shoots digital should always carry two batteries. I just got back from Playa del Carmen area with my wife shooting 12 hotels in 2 days. Shooting from 8:30 in the morning to 5:00 in the afternoon took my E-M1mkII battery down to ~10% juice left. If I had shot harder and longer, I would have pulled out my second battery. If you are a photographer, a spare battery is very cheap insurance to keep one shooting.

"E-M5 Mark III & M.Zuiko 14-150mm F4.0-5.6 II Weathersealed Kit
$1799.99 NOW $1499.99. SAVE $300"
I believe UHHer Linda from Maine uses this lens for her shooting and has no problem with the quality. This bundle will allow one to shoot in the rain, snow, and wind and dust with no protection except the camera itself.

It is your choice, but if you are going to switch, this is the time. The Olympus system will ultimately be smaller, lighter, and less costly for the really good lenses. The Olympus system Pro lenses will travel better compared to the bulk of the larger and heaver cameras and lenses.

ziggy_nc

Yeah I know, Olympus is having a good deal and that is my predicament. Stay with Nikon or make the switch to the lighter side. Thanks for the input.

SuperflyTNT Loc: Manassas VA

Yeah, besides the features and quality I also really love the ergonomics. It’s so well thought out and a joy to shoot with.

SuperflyTNT Loc: Manassas VA

That’s the “walk around” lens I use with my G9. It’s a good lens. And yes on batteries. I can shoot for a couple of days on a Nikon battery but mirrorless eats them. I’ve gone through three in a day of heavy shooting with the G9.

Ched49 Loc: Pittsburgh, Pa.

[quote=ziggy_nc]Yeah I know, Olympus is having a good deal and that is my predicament. Stay with Nikon or make the switch to the lighter side. Thanks for the input.[/quot

Ziggy, your responding to questions at random, we have no idea who's questions your responding to. Click on the "quote reply" button.

SuperflyTNT Loc: Manassas VA

[quote=Ched49][quote=ziggy_nc]Yeah I know, Olympus is having a good deal and that is my predicament. Stay with Nikon or make the switch to the lighter side. Thanks for the input.[/quot

Ziggy, your responding to questions at random, we have no idea who's questions your responding to. Click on the "quote reply" button.[/quote]

It also works better if you don’t cut off part of the quote tags.

lcortese

Stick with Nikon...

ziggy_nc

[quote=Ched49][quote=ziggy_nc]Yeah I know, Olympus is having a good deal and that is my predicament. Stay with Nikon or make the switch to the lighter side. Thanks for the input.[/quot

Ziggy, your responding to questions at random, we have no idea who's questions your responding to. Click on the "quote reply" button.[/quote]

Okay, sorry I did not realize that.