Nikon DSLR Update
Apr 5, 2017 15:36:19 #
Grandpa Pete
Loc: Western Finger Lakes (NY)
DennisD wrote:
Hello fellow photographers and the many equipment ... (show quote)
For some years now, I have always thought that the price point sweet spot is one notch below the state of the art; or most recently a refurbished Nikon D7100 shortly after the D7200 was out. It also works on computers and with decent used cars. I think it's partiularly true for cameras.
Apr 5, 2017 16:41:29 #
I got back into doing photography again 3 years ago, and checked around the DSLR world and went with a Nikon D3300 to start out with, now that I have been using a DSLR for awhile, I have talked with a lot of people that use DSLR cameras, and a lot of them and some pros I have asked think that the last good Nikon DSLR for people newer to DSLR camera`s (hobbyist or enthusiast) was the Nikon D7100. My wife has one and loves it. So I agree with others that sometimes waiting can be a disappointment once they come out with something new. Good luck in your decision on a new DSLR.
Apr 5, 2017 17:15:13 #
Greenmachine
Loc: Chicago, IL
You can't go wrong with either the 7100 or 7200..both are excellent DX cameras...as a freelance photographer, I find myself using my 7200 for all my outdoor/sports/action pix,
and a refurbished d750 FX camera for inside, low-light and portrait shots, so I have the best of BOTH worlds: My suggestion is to try and make ANY camera pay for itself, watch online tutorials
on portrait and group shots (PET PORTRAITS are also huge these days) and birthday/anniversary gigs...churches are especially lucrative once you learn the basic shooting skills! Word of mouth will help
you get more business, once you have a few successful jobs...GO FOR IT!
---Greenmachine
and a refurbished d750 FX camera for inside, low-light and portrait shots, so I have the best of BOTH worlds: My suggestion is to try and make ANY camera pay for itself, watch online tutorials
on portrait and group shots (PET PORTRAITS are also huge these days) and birthday/anniversary gigs...churches are especially lucrative once you learn the basic shooting skills! Word of mouth will help
you get more business, once you have a few successful jobs...GO FOR IT!
---Greenmachine
Apr 5, 2017 17:46:14 #
I think what Bebulamar is saying is that whatever he buys today will last him for life and he doesn't plan on upgrading unless:
1- His current camera breaks.
2- At some point in the future he can't find batteries or memory cards for his current camera.
3- The files his current camera produces are no longer compatible with computers of the future.
In my opinion, #1 is the only one he needs to worry about.
1- His current camera breaks.
2- At some point in the future he can't find batteries or memory cards for his current camera.
3- The files his current camera produces are no longer compatible with computers of the future.
In my opinion, #1 is the only one he needs to worry about.
Apr 5, 2017 18:28:49 #
Steve Perry wrote:
I'd wait a month or two, I think the D7200 replacement is right around the corner. Based on rumors specs, that's the one you'll want. :)
...listen to Steve...
Apr 5, 2017 18:36:28 #
DennisD wrote:
Hello fellow photographers and the many equipment ... (show quote)
I upgraded my Nikon D7000 to the D7200 which I love. However, I kept the D7000 as a backup and second camera when I shoot my granddaughters performances. I keep a Sigma 24-70 f2.8 on the 7000 and a 70-200 on the 7200. The 7000 is great for portraits of the kids and wider angle shots and the 7200 with the 70-200 is great from the back of the auditorium. It would be a pain to change lenses in the dark. I might wait for the next generation 7xxx but I really think it makes sense to hold on to the 7000 which is a great camera and not worth that much in trade.
Mark
Apr 5, 2017 19:35:48 #
I would wait a couple of months based on the rumors floating around out there. If you just can't wait and you are consumed with G.A.S. I would purchase the Nikon D500. Have not seen any bad reports on this camera.
Don
Don
Apr 5, 2017 20:00:09 #
srfmhg wrote:
I upgraded my Nikon D7000 to the D7200 which I lov... (show quote)
That is exactly what I did and I'm glad that I kept the D7000. It is a great camera and it was easy to justify as I would not have received much for it. There have been many occasions when changing lenses would have been impossible or at least difficult so having the second camera 'at the ready' was a life saver. I love the buffer on the D7200 so I keep it on my 500mm lens for birds and I keep my 18-200mm lens on the D7000.
Go for the D7200 and keep your trusty D7000. (IMHO)
Apr 5, 2017 22:13:05 #
Dan De Lion wrote:
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You should take into account that in many ways the D7200 is a better camera than the D500. It is sharper, it has a built-in flash, and it has the very useful "U" banks. The D500 is superior for sports and perhaps birding, but is surpassed by the D7200 for general use. Once again, just like the D5, specialized bodies cost more but generally deliver less, except in their specialized areas.
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You should take into account that in many ways the D7200 is a better camera than the D500. It is sharper, it has a built-in flash, and it has the very useful "U" banks. The D500 is superior for sports and perhaps birding, but is surpassed by the D7200 for general use. Once again, just like the D5, specialized bodies cost more but generally deliver less, except in their specialized areas.
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I would, respectfully, completely disagree.
Apr 5, 2017 22:15:59 #
srfmhg wrote:
I upgraded my Nikon D7000 to the D7200 which I lov... (show quote)
Once the value of a camera goes low enough, I see no reason to trade it in. My 2 Nikon F5s and my Mamiya 645 system are both in that vein. Besides, I keep telling myself I'm going to go shoot some film!
Apr 6, 2017 08:59:16 #
Apr 6, 2017 09:12:17 #
I'm so used to shooting on scenes mode. Is the d500 for me? Im trying to get into Manuel mode but don't find the time to practice. Right now I shoot with my d7100 and Nikon d7200. With prime lenses 50 mm and 85mm. I also own the 18 to 300 mm Nikon lens.
My d7200 has a messed up sensor ( from getting dropped once and Nikon told me to expensive to fix just replace )but still takes beautiful photos!!!
My d7200 has a messed up sensor ( from getting dropped once and Nikon told me to expensive to fix just replace )but still takes beautiful photos!!!
Apr 6, 2017 09:24:11 #
What I know that they will introduce the 100th anniversary edition of the D5, D500 and the holy trinity lenses.
Apr 6, 2017 09:29:08 #
But how about d7300? I've been wanting to upgrade due to my d7200's sensor is messed up. (It cuts about half an inch from top of left side if I shoot vertical.
Apr 6, 2017 09:29:45 #
But how about d7300? I've been wanting to upgrade due to my d7200's sensor is messed up. (It cuts about half an inch from top of left side if I shoot vertical.
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