jackpinoh Loc: Kettering, OH 45419

Welcome to the forum. You can learn a lot here.

There is much wisdom in the post that immediately precedes mine. Hardware, software, brainware: The hardware is your camera system (camera plus lenses, filters, tripod, etc.) The software is the application or applications you use to post process your images. Brainware is your knowledge and experience, and is more important than your camera system or post-processing application(s).

However, if you still want to upgrade your camera system:

Your lenses are not suitable for a full frame camera. They will reduce the image size on the sensor and reduce your resolution by more than half what the full frame sensor is capable of. Also the full frame camera and fully compatible lenses will be heaver.

I recommend you consider another crop sensor camera, such as the D5300, D7200, D7500, or D500. I have owned both the D5300 and the D500. The D500 is probably overkill for you unless you are shooting mainly fast action sports and wildlife. It is also the most expensive crop sensor camera. The D5300 and other newer D5xxx series cameras are less expensive and produce great images, but the controls for aperture and shutter are less convenient than for the other crop sensor cameras. The D7500 has great controls, an adjustable rear screen, and the same exposure meter as the professional D5 and D500. That is the camera I would recommend for you. The D7200 is similar to the D7500 in many respects, and less expensive, but lacks the adjustable rear screen.

Good luck with whatever you choose, and we look forward to hearing from you in the future about what you have learned.

cthahn

Taking classes is a smart move. Learn the basics of photography before you purchase more equipment.

phlash46 Loc: Westchester County, New York

Please, go back on your meds...

SonyBug

You are offensive. When I first started to read posts in this forum, I almost quit due to trolls like you. But, then I saw that there were good people and photographers here that I could learn from, and I did.

Haydon

Your images don't make you a TROLL your attitude does.

You've earned this:

picpete Loc: Northern Alberta Canada

You should be banned

rpena2860

Starting or ending a post with "No Offense", does not negate the offense; just like saying 'With all due respect' doesn't either. I find that if a question or post causes me consternation, it works rather effectively to just move on. Life's too short to let something like a forum question gnaw on ones nerves. No offense. ;)

Elsiss Loc: Bayside, NY, Boynton Beach, Fl.

Papa bear, the d90, although I would not consider it a beginners camera, is a great camera to learn on. While the technology has evolved considerably over the years, you would benefit greatly by learning everything about this gem. I wouldn't even consider a d7500 until you become proficient in the use of your camera. Even then, the d90 would be a good camera to keep as a backup. In answer to your question, yes, you certainly can use your lenses on a d750, but you might have to play around with them to eliminate vignetting at certain focal lengths. I use a d750 and can tell you that it is not a beginners camera. Good luck and welcome aboard! PS-personally, I would use fx lens s on an fx camera.

picpete Loc: Northern Alberta Canada

Should be banned period
No excuses
This a total lack of respect for anyone
I thought that this type of behaviour was not acceptable on this forum and is the reason I joined it.

SusanFromVermont Loc: Southwest corner of Vermont

Hello PappaBear, and welcome to the UHH forum!

You say you are a beginner, but that can mean you just started or have been doing it for a longer period of time. As a result, I have to ask what it is about the D90 that makes you want to move to another camera? Have you been using it long enough that you feel it is limiting your progression as a photographer, or are you just having what we call a GAS attack [Gear Acquisition Syndrome]?! Your camera is an older model, with a smaller sensor than newer models, but still quite adequate to take photos. And the lenses are standard "kit" lenses that will also be good for getting started. These are the exact same ones I used with my first DSLR, and I called them my "training wheels"! With them and my D7000, I worked to learn their capabilities and limitations, and also to improve my photographic skills. Gradually over the next 5 years I exchanged those lenses for FX lenses. Then last fall I took advantage of the holiday time sales and purchased a D810. Now I have two excellent cameras and some great lenses. And most of all, I have acquired greater confidence in my photographic skills and creativity. It is not only the camera that improves the image, it is mostly the photographer who uses it!

Remember that since you are now using a DX camera with DX lenses, those lenses will work on an FX camera, but will not allow you to take full advantage of the camera's capabilities. Using FX lenses with a DX camera works very well, but only to the limits of the DX camera. This is why it is generally accepted and suggested to use FX lenses with FX cameras. As a result, if you buy a new camera that is full frame, you are also looking at purchasing FX lenses. If you buy another crop sensor camera, you can continue to use the lenses you have until you understand photography better and have discovered the limits of that gear. Knowing those limits should be the deciding factor in choosing to purchase additional gear.

My point is, if you can afford to purchase a new camera and lenses that are newer and better than what you have, then go for it. But keep in mind that your images will only be improved in terms of resolution and low noise factors. The rest of it requires you to work hard at understanding not only the new gear, but also the many principles of photography and how to use them to best advantage. It is my belief you should buy the best you can afford, but if that best is not good enough, wait until you can afford it!

There are a lot of great resources for learning, many of them online and free. There are also plenty of them that require payment that are worth the money. The most important thing you can do to learn is to take your camera out and shoot pictures as often as you can. Do not be afraid to experiment with different settings. Learn about composition and lighting. And never forget the exposure triangle: Aperture, Shutter Speed, and ISO. Each of these affects the other, so adjustments can either help or hurt your image. This should be the very first thing you study in depth. Then study everything else as well! But get out with that camera and have fun!

camerapapi Loc: Miami, Fl.

Anything wrong with the D90? As far as I know it is an excellent camera and very capable of giving any photographer excellent results. I do not know what a Vf1 18-105 G lens is. I am familiar with the Nikon 18-105 VR lens that used to come as a kit with many cameras.
No, the lenses you have will not perform to perfection with the D750. Due to your lack of expertise I seriously question if the D750 will be useful to you. You will need new glass for the new camera and we are talking expensive here.
My personal opinion on this is that you should not get into new gear but use the excellent D90 with what you have right now. Take classes, learn the basics and practice taking notes of potential mistakes. Ask questions, join a camera club in your area. Do not make the mistake of buying new gear before you really know what your interest is and you have already learned the basics. You could be wasting time and money.
Learn with what you have and then you will be in a better position to select the camera you need along with the lenses you will use more often.

Reinaldokool Loc: San Rafael, CA

Welcome. Please ignore the handful of sour old men who can't produce a photograph, just a sharp tongue. If you've been shooting a D90 you aren't really a total beginner. The 18-105 was a pretty good lens. The mount is plastic, but otherwise it produces good images. I had one on a D90 years ago. My granddaughter knocked it off a picnic table. The lens mount broke, but that saved the camera from damage.

I left Nikon a couple years ago so can't answer your questions. My last Nikon was a D7200. Wonderful camera. I have moved to the dark side (Mirrorless, Sony and Fuji)

leftyD500 Loc: Ocala, Florida

Well now, aren't you just the best, and most intelligent thing that has ever carried a camera! When I read obmnoxious replies like this, it makes me want to slap the author of them.....NO OFFENSE!!

sailor2545 Loc: Victoria, BC

can't be bothered...not the leas bit interested

BebuLamar

Your 18-105mm doesn't work well with a FX camera like the D750. It would work only in crop mode and deliver the same FOV as the D90 with somewhat fewer MP. The 70-300mm although others have said otherwise I am quite sure you have the FX version and it will work fine on the D750.
The D750 with the 24-120mm lens is an outfit and the 70-300mm would complement them well. If you know how to use your D90 then you know how to use the D750 or D500. They don't have any features that you have to learn to use. Learning is always a good thing but a higher end camera is in noway a drawback for your learning. You do not have to start with a low end camera. Higher end cameras while do not take good pictures if you don't know how to use them but they are no more difficult to use than something like the D70 or the D3400. In fact they are easier to use since they have more controls at your finger tips. Sure you should look into other cameras as well like the D610, D810 or the D5. They all have pro and con and cost. Only after you weigh all the factors then you can decide which camera you should get or not getting a new camera at all.
You only have 2 lenses and they are not very expensive lenses so you may as well looking at other manufacturer's line up including those that are mirrorless. I personally don't like the mirrorless but many people do so it's worth looking into to see if that's for you.
What you don't want to do is to buy any camera today and found that you want a different one in less than a couple of years.