lightweight Nikon
Nov 20, 2017 06:46:00 #
A D5500/ D5600 with the 10-20 would be very light-weight and have all the wide angle and resolution you would need for real-estate photos. If you don't already, you might also consider a not-so-wide lens and photo-stitching for interiors.
Nov 20, 2017 06:52:18 #
How come no one is talking about HDR Photography? Once you see what kind of images you get when you combine 7 exposures, you will will never go back to a single image in real estate photography. I do not know about other cameras, but the D7200 makes it outrageously easy!
Nov 20, 2017 07:39:43 #
The entry Nikon cameras, like the D5500 just to mention one of them, are pretty small and light but get heavy depending on the lens in use.
Nikon in 2018 is coming up with a new mirrorless camera that I am sure will be lighter than your present camera. There are other mirrorless cameras which are of excellent quality. I use Olympus with the advantage that Olympus and Panasonic lenses can be used with my bodies.
Nikon in 2018 is coming up with a new mirrorless camera that I am sure will be lighter than your present camera. There are other mirrorless cameras which are of excellent quality. I use Olympus with the advantage that Olympus and Panasonic lenses can be used with my bodies.
Nov 20, 2017 07:44:09 #
Nancym wrote:
Hi all I have a Nikon D800, I take real estate photos, I find my Nikon D800 very heavy and was wondering would be a good lightweight Nikon to carry as an alternative. Thanks in advance. Nan
Check the specs on the B&H site. The D750 is 5 grams (!) lighter than the D610--about 755 grams. I think it's the lightest of Nikons FX cameras. But lighter still are the mirrorless and 4/3 cameras like Panasonic Lumix and Olympus.
Nov 20, 2017 07:56:51 #
OK, my 2cents. Nearly all of the crop-sensor DSLRs are smaller than nearly all of the full-frame versions. If you are not married to Full-frame and/or do not have FF lenses, then "down-size" to a DX Nikon system. There are many full-featured models to choose from. But, if you want to stay with FF, then as suggested here, buy a Df. I have one. It is much smaller and lighter than my D800 and takes wonderful images. If you live near a GOOD camera store, pop in and handle one versus a D810 or a DX Nikon. We can suggest. Only you should choose.
Nov 20, 2017 08:04:36 #
Nancym wrote:
Hi all I have a Nikon D800, I take real estate photos, I find my Nikon D800 very heavy and was wondering would be a good lightweight Nikon to carry as an alternative. Thanks in advance. Nan
As you do this analysis keep in mind the weight of your lenses. You might save a few ounces in body weight but I have found that comparable lenses weigh the same.
Nov 20, 2017 08:23:27 #
wingclui44
Loc: CT USA
Mac wrote:
I use a full frame Nikon Df. It is thinner and lighter than other FX cameras and it is great in low light/ high ISO. Give it a look and see if it fits your needs.
Good luck in your search.
Good luck in your search.
Nov 20, 2017 08:52:34 #
I have been very pleased with the D3500, exactly for that reason. It is, of course, DX format, but will work fine with FX lenses. Only caveat is that it requires in-lens motor.
You obviously cannot go with a fixed focal lens, but when combined with the 50 mm f1.8, it makes a carry that is as small and light as a mirrorless.
You obviously cannot go with a fixed focal lens, but when combined with the 50 mm f1.8, it makes a carry that is as small and light as a mirrorless.
Nov 20, 2017 08:58:10 #
I also shoot real estate. I once used a D800 but sold it to go back to a D700. Had nothing to do with weight...I shoot multiple exposure HDR and my computer (with an i7 processor and 16GB of RAM) struggled during post processing in Photomatix with those huge D800 RAW files. The D700 at 12mp is perfect for residential real estate as there is generally no need for super high resolution images.
Also...not clear on your question. If during work, your camera is always on a tripod (as it should be), why is weight even a matter? If you need a lighter alternative to a DSLR, there are many options (both DSLRs and Point and Shoots). Personally I use a Nikon P7700 if/when I don't want to carry around my D700 or D750.
Also...not clear on your question. If during work, your camera is always on a tripod (as it should be), why is weight even a matter? If you need a lighter alternative to a DSLR, there are many options (both DSLRs and Point and Shoots). Personally I use a Nikon P7700 if/when I don't want to carry around my D700 or D750.
Nov 20, 2017 09:14:57 #
Nancym wrote:
Hi all I have a Nikon D800, I take real estate photos, I find my Nikon D800 very heavy and was wondering would be a good lightweight Nikon to carry as an alternative. Thanks in advance. Nan
What do you want the camera to be able to do? If you need a full frame your options are limited. if you can use a crop frame, then I think your lightest weight options are Mirrorless Fuji and Sony. If you are willing to go down in size to micro 4/3 (you will still get excellent quality, and almost weightless) then the Olympus and Panasonic is the way to go.
Nov 20, 2017 09:16:09 #
Nancym wrote:
Hi all I have a Nikon D800, I take real estate photos, I find my Nikon D800 very heavy and was wondering would be a good lightweight Nikon to carry as an alternative. Thanks in advance. Nan
My suggestion is a little surprising as I own a Nikon D500 and an Olympus EM1 mark II; but have you considered the option of using a smart phone? The latest models (or even last years models) offer good image quality (see DXO marks if they are imprtant to you) and the images can be uploaded to a website almost immediately. Though I seldom use my iPhone for images, I do see the value to others.
Nov 20, 2017 09:36:41 #
gvarner
Loc: Central Oregon Coast
Sell it and go mirrorless if their range in lenses is satisfactory for real estate photography. You could go to a DX sensor for lighter body and lenses but the weight reduction may be inconsequential. The 36 MP sensor on the D800 seems to be a bit of overkill for real estate photography.
Nov 20, 2017 10:04:06 #
Nancym wrote:
Hi all I have a Nikon D800, I take real estate photos, I find my Nikon D800 very heavy and was wondering would be a good lightweight Nikon to carry as an alternative. Thanks in advance. Nan
I traded all my Nikon DX gear for a 24 MP Fujifilm X-T2 equipped with the 18-55 kit lens. Much lighter and easier to use at family get-togethers. I still have my D750 but usually take by Fuji bag if we go anywhere. But if you have a number of Nikon lenses, you will probably want to stay with all Nikon.
Nov 20, 2017 10:17:34 #
Nov 20, 2017 10:20:28 #
Jerrin1 wrote:
My suggestion is a little surprising as I own a Nikon D500 and an Olympus EM1 mark II; but have you considered the option of using a smart phone? The latest models (or even last years models) offer good image quality (see DXO marks if they are imprtant to you) and the images can be uploaded to a website almost immediately. Though I seldom use my iPhone for images, I do see the value to others.
She does Real Estate, which means she is going to need a range of lenses, mostly wide angle, but perhaps will need a perspective advantage that a cellphone will not give her. Micro 4/3 would seem ideal, because they can use a variety of lenses and she is not going to be needing to make poster sized prints, and these systems are tiny and lightweight.
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