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Apr 26, 2024 15:48:32   #
Real Nikon Lover Loc: Simi Valley, CA
 
Why not take the opportunity to upgrade to the Z6II for size and form factor you may find that a monumental jump in performance. I was surprised at how much I am enjoying the Z9 over the D850 and both are exquisite cameras.

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Apr 26, 2024 15:55:38   #
SuperflyTNT Loc: Manassas VA
 
Real Nikon Lover wrote:
Why not take the opportunity to upgrade to the Z6II for size and form factor you may find that a monumental jump in performance. I was surprised at how much I am enjoying the Z9 over the D850 and both are exquisite cameras.


Well most of his existing lenses are APS-C

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Apr 26, 2024 19:15:45   #
PAR4DCR Loc: A Sunny Place
 
I have and still shoot the Nikon D7100 and the D7200. The big difference that the D7200 has over the D7100 is a larger buffer, this is a very nice upgrade.
My brother just bought a D7200, used, from Adorama for $506 and it had only 476 clicks! He told me that the camera looked brand new.

Don

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Apr 27, 2024 05:17:22   #
dannac Loc: 60 miles SW of New Orleans
 
Unless you're itching for something new ... D7200.

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Apr 27, 2024 07:05:41   #
Artcameraman Loc: Springfield NH
 
wjones8637 wrote:
My Nikon D7100 has suffered a chipped door to the memory card compartment. Pricing a repair by Nikon it is comparable to purchasing a similar used body from KEH or MPB plus shipping to Nikon. I am tempted to step up to a D7200 for ~$100 more, largely for an improvement in ISO performance and wireless capability.

For a bit more I am also considering a Zfc. I know this would require also purchasing the FTZ adapter. Lookopng on line I am left wondering what functionality I would lose with this upgrade. I have several Nikon lenses:

18-135mm
18-200mm
70-300mm
35mm f1.8
50mm f1.8

Currently my workhorse lens is the Tamrom 18-400mm and I also have a Tamron 10-24. How would these function with the Zfc?

Thanks for your input.

Bill
My Nikon D7100 has suffered a chipped door to the ... (show quote)


If you do make sure you get an FTZII and avoid problems inherent with the FTZ.

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Apr 27, 2024 08:46:51   #
CliffMcKenzie Loc: Lake Athens Texas
 
Wjones, here is a different take, by the way, I am just SE of you here in Texas. My friend and fellow camera club member wanted a Z8 to back up his Z9. I shoot D850 with my 7100 as a backup. He sold me his 850 for $200 more than the trade-in offer. All of my lenes except my kit 7100 lens are FX. Win\win.

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Apr 27, 2024 09:48:54   #
Hip Coyote
 
burkphoto wrote:
That is an important point. Mirrorless full frame and APS-C/DX cameras do not solve the problem of big, heavy lenses.

To have a balance between camera size, weight, and heft, and lens size, weight, and heft, nothing beats Micro 4/3 bodies from OM Systems and Panasonic Lumix. Micro 4/3 cameras share a lens mount, so there are over 100 lenses from OM Systems (formerly Olympus), Panasonic Lumix, Panasonic Leica, Tamron, Meike, Voigtländer, Laowa, and others. They range from 1/2 to 1/4 the size, bulk, and weight of APS-C and full frame lenses of equivalent purpose.

There are trade-offs to smaller format sensors, but from my perspective, they can be worth it unless you cover extreme sports and wildlife.
That is an important point. Mirrorless full frame ... (show quote)


As a fellow micro 4/3 user I totally agree. The only quibble is that IMO the system works for outdoor sport quite well with its pro capture (Oly) mode. But low light stuff is tough. It can be somewhat overcome with post processing but not completely.

When I look at the gallery I see that most people would do just fine with the m43 system.

It’s great for travel as well. I suppose if we approached this hobby from a needs basis rather than wants basis we’d all be carrying different equipment. I’d be carrying my old palm pilot or something.

Happy shooting.

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Apr 27, 2024 22:20:48   #
wjones8637 Loc: Burleson, TX
 
Thank you to all that responded with their comments and opinions. First GAS isn't really involved..I am most concerned about debris that might find its way into the card compartment. I have frequently wishing a higher ISO setting was available. I would like to upgrade to a mirrorless system, but only if it makes financial sense.

For now I will either use the D7100 with the chip and possibly place tape over the chipped area when I go to a questionable area. In the future I will do the upgrade to the D7200 in the next year or so. I will also investigate the Z50 to see how it fits into my finances and current equipment.

Thanks again,
Bill

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Apr 28, 2024 07:35:39   #
DaveyDitzer Loc: Western PA
 
[quote=wjones8637I will also investigate the Z50 to see how it fits into my finances and current equipment.

Thanks again,
Bill[/quote]

When you contemplate moving to MILC investigate, what other changes might be required such as your post processing software. I was surprised that my PS (2018 & 2020) did not recognize the RAW files from my MILC body. Since I was chided by "CHG_CANON for not anticipating this, you might ask him for some guidance.

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Apr 28, 2024 09:01:22   #
Artcameraman Loc: Springfield NH
 
wjones8637 wrote:
Thank you to all that responded with their comments and opinions. First GAS isn't really involved..I am most concerned about debris that might find its way into the card compartment. I have frequently wishing a higher ISO setting was available. I would like to upgrade to a mirrorless system, but only if it makes financial sense.

For now I will either use the D7100 with the chip and possibly place tape over the chipped area when I go to a questionable area. In the future I will do the upgrade to the D7200 in the next year or so. I will also investigate the Z50 to see how it fits into my finances and current equipment.

Thanks again,
Bill
Thank you to all that responded with their comment... (show quote)


Z90 out soon.

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Apr 28, 2024 15:50:48   #
Parfumeur Loc: Forest Hills, NY USA
 
Indeed, do check the OM/Panny bodies. m43=fun & creativity Nikon Z=work & frustration (from a OM-1/M1X AND Z9 and Zf owner)

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Apr 29, 2024 15:14:53   #
druthven
 
wjones8637 wrote:
My Nikon D7100 has suffered a chipped door to the memory card compartment. Pricing a repair by Nikon it is comparable to purchasing a similar used body from KEH or MPB plus shipping to Nikon. I am tempted to step up to a D7200 for ~$100 more, largely for an improvement in ISO performance and wireless capability.

For a bit more I am also considering a Zfc. I know this would require also purchasing the FTZ adapter. Lookopng on line I am left wondering what functionality I would lose with this upgrade. I have several Nikon lenses:

18-135mm
18-200mm
70-300mm
35mm f1.8
50mm f1.8

Currently my workhorse lens is the Tamrom 18-400mm and I also have a Tamron 10-24. How would these function with the Zfc?

Thanks for your input.

Bill
My Nikon D7100 has suffered a chipped door to the ... (show quote)


With your stable of lenses and your familiarity with the D7100 I would go with the D7200 or if finances permit a D500 and forget about having to use the adapter. I have both the 7100 and the 500 and I'm as happy as a clam.

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Apr 29, 2024 16:22:51   #
Tote1940 Loc: Dallas
 
Trying to decide vacation gear Tamron 18-200 DX , D5200 or Z50 plus FTZ
Size almost identical! Weight a little less Z50 plus Ftz, lighter but almost same size Nikon 20-200 DX
Thought Z would win by far.
What is really small is Z Dx pancake lens, may take that one

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