Choices
Mar 26, 2014 15:10:54 #
dlutkehaus1 wrote:
So I am getting ready to purchase a new DSLR and am faced with several choices. I have been considering a Canon 70D, a Nikon D7100 and now, thanks to a visit to my local camera shop I have added a Full Size Sensor in the Nikon D610. I am leaning toward the D610 but am looking for similar experiences in the Photographic world
Depends on what you're wanting to shoot most of the time. If it's landscapes, you might want a full frame. If it's sports, crop sensor can be better (most lenses will actually get you in closer than the full frame will). If it's mostly low light situations where a flash isn't practical you need something with a newer, high end sensor that can give you more ISO without noise becoming a major problem.
Mar 26, 2014 16:43:55 #
The best way to pick out a camera is to go to a club and talk to the members about the cameras they have and get several inputs. Then go to a store and and handle them.
Mar 26, 2014 17:03:33 #
studavis wrote:
The best way to pick out a camera is to go to a club and talk to the members about the cameras they have and get several inputs. Then go to a store and and handle them.
Stu, I think that's what he's doing here!? Aren't we the same as a really big club?! ;-)
SS
Mar 26, 2014 17:43:19 #
dlutkehaus1 wrote:
So I am getting ready to purchase a new DSLR and am faced with several choices. I have been considering a Canon 70D, a Nikon D7100 and now, thanks to a visit to my local camera shop I have added a Full Size Sensor in the Nikon D610. I am leaning toward the D610 but am looking for similar experiences in the Photographic world
Those are all good choices. I was ready to purchase the Canon 60D a few years ago, but kept searching. I had an old Minolta 7000 Maxxum film camera and wasn't sure what to get. I went through a couple of Point and Shoot camera's which seemed to satisfy me at the time.
Then grand babies were on their way so I convinced myself that I needed a good DSLR. I still didn't know what to get so I went to the local camera store and looked at Canon 60D, Nikon D3000, Nikon D3100, Nikon D5100, Nikon D7100, Sony A77, Sony A99, and the Nikon D610. I also looked at the Nikon 1 and some of the mirrorless camera's.
I was leaning towards the Sony since they bought out the Minolta camera business and my old lenses from the 35mm will fit the camera body.
Still not knowing what to do, I bought a Nikon D3000 refurbished. Great price. Got my mojo back on and fell in love with photography all over again.
That lasted about 6 months. Then I upgraded to a D7100.
The best thing for you to do is to get one in your hands to see how it feels. The D7100 and D610 look identical aside from the badging on the outside and the DX vs FullFrame. At my experience level, the D7100 made more sense. I'm very happy with it. Whatever you do, don't skimp on lenses. Match the quality of the lens to the quality of the camera.
Mar 26, 2014 17:44:12 #
amehta
Loc: Boston
SharpShooter wrote:
Stu, I think that's what he's doing here!? Aren't we the same as a really big club?! ;-)
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May 19, 2014 13:10:58 #
LADIES and GENTS, Anyone have any experience with 42nd street photo? I can't help but noticing lower prices than Two Giants. Also no mention of a USA warrantee.
May 19, 2014 13:13:38 #
Good info. Thanks I can start a little less than the 610 as with 7100 being what it is. Good overall and perhaps as a backup later on
May 19, 2014 13:19:36 #
amehta wrote:
Cool, then you can make the decision based on your goals.
I would say that the photographer, camera, and lens should be comparable for the best results. On a 1-10 scale, let's say the D7100 is a 6, the D610 a 7, and the D800 an 8. Where are you as a photographer, or where do you wish to be? Maybe buy the corresponding camera, and the corresponding lenses, and make some great images. :-)
I would say that the photographer, camera, and lens should be comparable for the best results. On a 1-10 scale, let's say the D7100 is a 6, the D610 a 7, and the D800 an 8. Where are you as a photographer, or where do you wish to be? Maybe buy the corresponding camera, and the corresponding lenses, and make some great images. :-)
Thanks for leaving room from 8 to 10 for Canon! :wink:
May 19, 2014 13:20:45 #
dlutkehaus1 wrote:
LADIES and GENTS, Anyone have any experience with 42nd street photo? I can't help but noticing lower prices than Two Giants. Also no mention of a USA warrantee.
You should search 42nd street using the search link at the top of the page. Not a lot of positive comments.
May 19, 2014 13:31:05 #
dsmeltz wrote:
You should search 42nd street using the search link at the top of the page. Not a lot of positive comments.
I have been leaning toward B&H more than likely.
May 19, 2014 13:33:16 #
As I am recently retired I can devote as much time as I want towards my hobby, I will not fancy myself as going toward a professional
May 19, 2014 13:34:49 #
So would I be on track if I used the 7100 to retrain myself and purchase FX glass?
May 19, 2014 13:35:58 #
dsmeltz wrote:
You should search 42nd street using the search link at the top of the page. Not a lot of positive comments.
Thanks very much, sort of what I figured
May 19, 2014 14:28:15 #
dlutkehaus1 wrote:
I have been leaning toward B&H more than likely.
B&H is very reliable.
May 19, 2014 14:32:04 #
amehta
Loc: Boston
dsmeltz wrote:
B&H is very reliable.
:thumbup:
I have never had an issue with B&H, Adorama, or KEH. Except for how effectively they helped me empty my wallet.
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