Nikon DSLR that suits needs for simplicity
Nov 29, 2015 07:39:51 #
Nov 29, 2015 07:57:25 #
Nov 29, 2015 07:58:36 #
ringo wrote:
Take a lesson from somebody that has a bit more skill than you have. ,,,,,,the d7000 is pretty easy to use,,,,,,,regards ringo
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Nov 29, 2015 08:11:02 #
sueyeisert
Loc: New Jersey
joer wrote:
No such thing as a Nikon with a simple menu.
Suggest you send the D7000 and lenses to Nikon for tuning. Should be less expensive than a new camera and you already know the menu.
Suggest you send the D7000 and lenses to Nikon for tuning. Should be less expensive than a new camera and you already know the menu.
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Nov 29, 2015 08:34:12 #
RWR wrote:
No auto mode?
The letters on the black dial to the right of the shutter release (the chrome button with a threaded hole) stand for:
M - Manual
A - Aperture (lens opening) priority
S - Shutter speed priority
P - Program
The letters on the black dial to the right of the shutter release (the chrome button with a threaded hole) stand for:
M - Manual
A - Aperture (lens opening) priority
S - Shutter speed priority
P - Program
You're absolutely correct.
I should have said no full Auto that gives the camera control over exposure decisions.
Sorry, I didn't mean to confuse anybody.
Nov 29, 2015 09:29:03 #
jeryh
Loc: Oxfordshire UK
Well, funny how different cameras grab you; I bought a new D50 for my better half- she hated it, so I tried it; I did not like it at all; so I took it to the store, and traded it in for a mint D300s; bloody marvellous !
Nov 29, 2015 09:46:37 #
RWR
Loc: La Mesa, CA
Mac wrote:
You're absolutely correct.
I should have said no full Auto that gives the camera control over exposure decisions.
Sorry, I didn't mean to confuse anybody.
I should have said no full Auto that gives the camera control over exposure decisions.
Sorry, I didn't mean to confuse anybody.
I was joshing with you of course, Mac. Thanks for not taking offense. Actually, P does give the camera full control of exposure, though you can bias the EV up or down. I haven't fooled with it. Mine came set on M, and I've had no need to move it. Did try the AF once, though, just to hear the motor buzz!
Nov 29, 2015 09:55:55 #
EAM wrote:
My Nikon D7000 is a lemon. Continuous back focusin... (show quote)
The 5500.
1. Lightweight (lighter and smaller)
2. simple menu (5500 has a touch screen for anything you are likely to need to change.)
3. can activate remote flash (Most all flashes can read another on camera flash)
4. I don't need 2 card slots (5500 has Only one slot)
5.I don't use 80% of the features of my D7000, (5500 doesn't have as many features.)
However it does have the same sensor and the photos are every bit as good as the 7200!
Nov 29, 2015 09:58:47 #
I have been using a D7000 for my photography and I am convinced it is an excellent DX body.
Most AF problems are operator's error. Never has my camera shown signs of front or back focus and as a matter of fact none of the Nikon bodies I have used have had that problem. If you sent the camera to Nikon for the backfocus and they sent it back to you as it was the chances are excellent that the problem with focus is you and not the camera.
I never used a D50 but I used a D70 and except for noise at high ISO settings it was a very good body. I never had any issues enlarging to my regular 12x18 size.
If you are happy with the D50 just forget the D7000.
Most AF problems are operator's error. Never has my camera shown signs of front or back focus and as a matter of fact none of the Nikon bodies I have used have had that problem. If you sent the camera to Nikon for the backfocus and they sent it back to you as it was the chances are excellent that the problem with focus is you and not the camera.
I never used a D50 but I used a D70 and except for noise at high ISO settings it was a very good body. I never had any issues enlarging to my regular 12x18 size.
If you are happy with the D50 just forget the D7000.
Nov 29, 2015 10:05:16 #
Nov 29, 2015 10:24:33 #
BebuLamar wrote:
While your D7000 has problems it's simpler to use than the lower end D3xxx and D5xxx series. The higher end cameras tend to be more simpler to use. You had a bad sample of the D7000 may be just get another one or the D7100 or D7200.
I agree with thls personally, but I have heard from people who are more comfortable with scrolling through menus than remembering which button to hold down while spinning one of two wheels on the grip.
Nov 29, 2015 10:29:09 #
If portrait work and school basketball/volleyball is your primary use for a camera and you use primarily the 17-55 (great but heavy) and a nifty fifty, then get a Leica Type 109 and be happy.
Nov 29, 2015 11:00:04 #
My vote goes to the D5500 for a camera that is lighter and a bit simpler to use, and meets all your criteria.
Nov 29, 2015 11:23:46 #
EAM wrote:
So, fellow photographers using Nikon....what is your recommendation?
So, fellow photographers using Nikon....what is your recommendation?
Stick with the D50 and love your wallet.
Nov 29, 2015 11:33:17 #
I have gone from D50 to D90 (bequeathed to our son) to D5300, which has saved size and weight by using carbon-fiber contsruction. It also includes functions like GPS and Wi-Fi that used to take external attachments. It has a faster processor and articulated LCD screen. I think the D5500 adds a touch menu, which some prefer, but they took away GPS. What happened to the D5400?
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