mcveed Loc: Kelowna, British Columbia (between trips)

I would upgrade if it were me. I owned a D7000 once. I sold it as soon as I got back from a safari because of all the shots I missed due to the lack of a lock on the mode dial of the D7000. To avoid dust the camera was kept in a camera bag on the floor of the vehicle and quickly pulled out and put into action when the vehicle stopped. Because of the missing lock the mode dial would get switched either putting the camera into the bag, or more likely taking it out in a hurry. I sold the D7000 and before the D7100 came out I had decided to go all full frame.

FiddleMaker Loc: Merrimac, MA

Resolution would be about the only reason for my upgrading from my present D7000 to the D7100. 99% of my photos I view on my Dell XPS 27-in HD screen and I am wondering if I would really notice that much of a difference when viewing the same scene shot with the 2 different cameras. I would need to find someone with a D7100 and take the same pix using the D7100 and my D7000 so that I could do a side-by-side comparison.

Russ1700

There are many other threads on this topic. Please look at these to see my comments as I don't see any value in duplicating existing topics. As a suggestion maybe members should search the forum for existing topics before starting a duplicate topic. The answer they are seeking may already have been covered. Thanks

jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY

There are considerable differences between the two. Take a look at snapsort. You can sell the D7000 on ebay. Post lots of good pictures and mention the shutter count.

http://snapsort.com/compare/Nikon-D7100-vs-Nikon_D7000

FM Loc: near Syracuse, NY

Fiddle de dee. I have a D7000 and have pondered the same question-upgrade to 7100 or not-I am a Senior and don't like to "fiddle" around with a camera, rather just shoot,so, I haven't come close to getting a handle on the 7000's capabilities yet, and may never. I am pleased with the results I get and further realize the 7000 is all the camera I need, BUT, the different sensor and the lack of AA is intriguing. You have to figure out whether it's worth spending the money on a camera that may or may not give you better results, or better to use the money on a lens for the 7000. For me, I am lusting after a big Sig 150-500.
As far as using the 7000 for backup, you have to answer the question how much do I shoot and is a backup necessary? I thought so, and have a D5100 that I like, but rarely use now that I have the 7000. I'm not a big fan of the articulating screen, but the camera is light, has the same sensor as the 7000,(I think) and picture quality is very similar to the 7000. That said, I may put the 5100 on the block. I have a little jewel, Sony RX 100 that I take with me on trips and outings when I don't want to carry the big dog, and with it's 20 sensor and Zeiss lens I get great results. The Sony has become my "backup camera. I remember "Jerry" was thinking of buying the Sony a while back, but got turned off by the changing models. I'm perfectly happy with the original. Good luck on your "decisions" sorry to ramble on , but you know, I enjoy it! Fiddle on...

jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY

Sounds like a plan. Sell the D5100 and get a D7100. You'll have two virtually identical bodies, so controls will be the same.

Fishnwish

Hi Fiddlemaker,
I own both the D7000 and the D7100.
If you shoot wildlife, sports, or want to make large prints then the D7100 is a wise investment. The extra 8 megapixels are worthe every penny of the investment. If you like macro, portraits, or landscapes that you mainly share on the web you may be throwing a thousand bucks away. I kept my D7000 as my backup as they share batteries. I frequently head into the wood with my D7100 loaded up with a wildlife lens and my D7000 with a macro or wide angle for landscapes.
Read all the online comparisons first, I like Ken Rockwell's.
Also... I predict a D7200 within 6 months to a year which will drop the D7100's price.
Best of luck in your decision!!

jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY

I use the Op/Tech Double Sling. Tele on right, W/A on left.

http://optechusa.com/double-sling.html

bkyser Loc: Fly over country in Indiana

Agreed, and there isn't time to change cameras. It took me a while to get used to,( and stop feeling self conscious about) wearing the dual sling strap from OpTech so I can have 2 cameras, one with a 24-70 2.8 and the other with the 70-200 2.8. While I do wish they were the same model with the same settings (D-7000 and D-200...vastly different) I'm completely familiar with each, and they weigh and feel enough different, I can just change settings without looking on either one.

FM Loc: near Syracuse, NY

Thanks for the Idea, Jerry-might be a plan...or if Finn is right, wait for a 7200-
we're all rewarded with the waiting game...you KNOW something new will come along!

jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY

I don't wait anymore. Get what you want and use it. If something better comes along, and you really want it, sell one and buy another.

FM Loc: near Syracuse, NY

I hear you c41-tomorrow may never come, for some- I'm definitely in that frame of mind-enjoy while we still can.

DavidPine Loc: Fredericksburg, TX

Welcome to UHH. I think it depends on your finances. Upgrade if you can afford it and make plans for your lens collection to be upgraded to FX lenses. It may or may not be wise and the D7100 is a great camera and , IMHO, a stepping stone to an FX camera. Many will argue with me on that point and I acknowledge their position. This is my "only" hobby and cost a lot less than riding a motorcycle, hunting, fishing or playing golf. I wish you well.

FiddleMaker Loc: Merrimac, MA

Hi Fishnwish, yes, I like Ken Rockwell's write-ups. Very informative. I did purchase Nikon's "el-cheapo" closeup lens (AF-S Nikkor 40mm 1:2.8G). I use this for when I am making violins or shooting flowers. In any event, there are several good articles on the internet comparing both the D7000 and D7100.
It would just be my luck to buy a D7100 and a D7200 arrives on the market to replace it.
I am new to this forum and so it will take some time for me to learn the "in-and-outs" of how it works. Also, I am in my 70s and my brain is a tad slow at learning new stuff.

jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY

I'd love to see some violin-making photos. When we moved here over forty years ago, there was a big hand-painted sign on a corner, "Violin Maker." I'm sorry I never stopped in.