Nikon D7200 vs Nikon d750
Oct 10, 2022 11:44:02 #
stogieboy
Loc: Marlboro, NY
I upgraded from the D3200 to the D750 after taking an overnight workshop for astrophotography and light painting. In order to get the shots I wanted, I had to leave the shutter open for a long time, or, take multiple shorter exposures and blend together in post. I was not happy with either process, as the longer exposures created the hot pixels, but I also got a lot of ugly borders on my shots, likely either hot pixels, or the combination of experimenting with really long exposures caused the image degradation.
Having moved to the D750, those issues don't occur anymore, and I couldn't be happier with the move.
As was pointed out, it can be costly to upgrade to an FX system, but unless you plan to keep the D7200, you could always sell that kit, and help offset the costs. I had considered keeping the D3200, but decided against it once I saw the results I got from going FX.
Having moved to the D750, those issues don't occur anymore, and I couldn't be happier with the move.
As was pointed out, it can be costly to upgrade to an FX system, but unless you plan to keep the D7200, you could always sell that kit, and help offset the costs. I had considered keeping the D3200, but decided against it once I saw the results I got from going FX.
Oct 10, 2022 12:44:08 #
PGHSHOOTER wrote:
I am looking for advice I currently have a Nikon 7200 but thinking of doing other types of photography ie Astrophotography. I am thinking of buying a Nikon d750 but am confused on the pros and cons. Lens 24mps vs 10. Full frame vs cropped.
Should I upgrade to the d750 or
Should I just stay with the 7200?
Should I upgrade to the d750 or
Should I just stay with the 7200?
I have both, am satisfied with both. I use the D7200 with my 200-500, 80-200 Nikkor telephoto lenses when I need a little extra “reach”. My D750 is the goto camera for most things and lately astrophotography. All my lenses are FX.
Started Astrophotography with the 14-24 on a tripod, moved to a tracking mount (iOptron Sky Guider Pro) and have used all my lenses (24-70, 105, 85, 50) with the D750. Very satisfied with the results. I did move up to auto guiding with the tracking mount to enable longer exposures I’ve used up to 6 minute exposures and tested up to 10 minutes but that was with excellent “seeing” conditions. “Cloudy Nights” an astro forum has great info for beginners and they have answered all of my dumb questions.
I’ve since moved on to a real telescope and good mount (expensive) but still use the D750 to capture images. As soon as I truly learn how to use all the new equipment I probably will move up to a dedicated astro cooled camera. Have to give the checkbook a rest for a while, Good cooled astro cameras are expensive. Will be trying my D7200 in place of the D750 on the telescope soon. Hoping it will give a little extra “reach” for galaxies and less cropping than the D750.
So, to answer your original question, Yes you can get decent results with the D7200 and D750. Can you get better results with more modern equipment? Sure for more money newer camera’s generally give better results. If you’re independently wealthy, go for it. The D750 will require FX lenses to reach its potential so that means more money spent. If you’re not ready to purchase FX lenses, the D7200 and DX lenses will serve you well with a small penalty at really wide angles. You can’t use DX lenses on a D750 without serious vignetting.
Oct 10, 2022 13:11:14 #
Artcameraman
Loc: Springfield NH
Astrophotography...Get yourself a D800e, it's made for Astrophotography.
Oct 10, 2022 13:19:57 #
But, it’s not cooled. For $250 it’s possible to modify any DSLR to convert it to an Astrophotography camera. It’s the cooling of a true Astrophotography dedicated camera that gives amazing results.
Oct 10, 2022 13:35:03 #
nealbralley
Loc: Kansas
Both the D7200 and D750 are still excellent cameras. The D750 is a workhorse, and it will serve you as well as any modern camera in most every application. Certainly, you will need to use full frame lenses on the D750 as it is a full frame camera. Highest shutter speed is only 1/4000 of a second, (but when you began your photography with an Argus C3, as I did, that camera max'd out at 1/300 of a second), no sweat! ISO and aperture can take care of the slower shutter speeds. You can stop Superman with 1/4000 of a second!
I have really found only marginal improvements in the newer, more expensive cameras. Regardless of what you shoot, the D750 will serve your needs very well. It doesn't matter what others tell you, if you are just a regular shooter, you don't need a "bazillion" megapixels! If you view your images on a computer, a phone, or print to say 8.5"x11" you will have zero issues with a 24mp camera, none! Put a decent lens on that D750 camera and you can still absolutely be "professional grade"!
Photographic success boils down to this: in whose hands is the camera? It is the light and location, the photographer's skill, the choice and quality of the lens, and lastly -- way lastly -- it is the camera that matters. Can most photographers take their Nikon Z7II or Z9 and out-shoot Ansel Adams, probably not! Don't worry about a D750 being six or seven years old; it isn't an issue. No one can tell which decently capable camera shot a great image after the fact.
I have really found only marginal improvements in the newer, more expensive cameras. Regardless of what you shoot, the D750 will serve your needs very well. It doesn't matter what others tell you, if you are just a regular shooter, you don't need a "bazillion" megapixels! If you view your images on a computer, a phone, or print to say 8.5"x11" you will have zero issues with a 24mp camera, none! Put a decent lens on that D750 camera and you can still absolutely be "professional grade"!
Photographic success boils down to this: in whose hands is the camera? It is the light and location, the photographer's skill, the choice and quality of the lens, and lastly -- way lastly -- it is the camera that matters. Can most photographers take their Nikon Z7II or Z9 and out-shoot Ansel Adams, probably not! Don't worry about a D750 being six or seven years old; it isn't an issue. No one can tell which decently capable camera shot a great image after the fact.
Oct 10, 2022 13:37:18 #
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Oct 10, 2022 15:08:50 #
I shoot astro with my D7100 and a single axis tracker. I get decent results with this less than ideal rig. I would like to get a FF but I would not upgrade to another DSLR or mirrorless for astro.
Oct 10, 2022 15:34:21 #
nealbralley
Loc: Kansas
Your images are superb. No one can tell what camera, or camera format, you used for those shots! Well done! Why? Because you are a good photographer!
Oct 10, 2022 17:38:01 #
Oct 10, 2022 18:40:14 #
larryepage wrote:
Good morning. I've mostly left the forum, but jus... (show quote)
Youmight find this article beneficial, it lead me to buy my Z6.
https://www.nationalparksatnight.com/blog/2019/9/28/the-z-6-is-the-best-camera-for-night-photography?
Oct 10, 2022 18:41:00 #
Judy795 wrote:
Get a D750 and a FX 20 mm f/1.8 lens for one of the resale sites and you will be set
Oct 10, 2022 19:44:29 #
jeffkempton wrote:
I shoot astro with my D7100 and a single axis tracker. I get decent results with this less than ideal rig. I would like to get a FF but I would not upgrade to another DSLR or mirrorless for astro.
I'm surprised and very impressed! Very nicely done!!!
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Oct 10, 2022 22:57:49 #
I still use my D7100 on occasion; I especially like taking it to a zoo when I mount my 70-200 f/2.8 Nikkor on it. I made the leap from the D7100 to the D850, had to borrow a couple of FX lens until I could afford the FX I wanted for the D850. I had a Z6 II for less than 2 weeks; really did not care for its ergonomics and other annoyances like having to use the FTZ adapter. Returned the Z6 II to B&H and opted for a D780 because of its video capability which is supposed to be equal to the Z6 II; and I have FX lenses and also use older Nikkor manual focus primes on both the D850 and D780, with nice results.
Oct 11, 2022 10:19:12 #
stogieboy
Loc: Marlboro, NY
mikeroetex wrote:
Youmight find this article beneficial, it lead me to buy my Z6.
https://www.nationalparksatnight.com/blog/2019/9/28/the-z-6-is-the-best-camera-for-night-photography?
https://www.nationalparksatnight.com/blog/2019/9/28/the-z-6-is-the-best-camera-for-night-photography?
These guys are my heroes. They used the D750 several years ago, and I attended one of their overnight workshops in 2016 that led me to purchase my D750. I think they have since mostly moved to mirrorless, but their fundamentals are the same.
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