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Nov 29, 2018 07:11:12   #
billnikon Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont
 
Senior Photog wrote:
Thanks for your help.
My budget would be cover almost any of the full frame pro cameras. I'm partial to Nikon but not locked in to them.
For this project, every shot would be a
landscape. I know that a fixed focal length lens in most cases will give better results but in my case a good zoom would be fine.
I guess I'm asking if there would be much difference between brands, staying in the same price range.
I know a lot more about view cameras than I do about dslr's.
Many thanks! ...Joe in NJ
Thanks for your help. br My budget would be cover... (show quote)


I shoot landscapes, and I shoot Nikon. My landscape kit includes the Nikon D850 (now available at B&H, but hurry, they will not last, they have been on back order for months) and the Nikon 16-35 f4, and the Nikon 24-120 f4. These are my go to's because they both take the same filter size.

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Nov 29, 2018 07:19:48   #
sueyeisert Loc: New Jersey
 
I think you should go to a camera store and try out these recommendations. If you are near NYC go to B+H. In NJ there are many fine camera shops such as UniquePhoto in Fairfield, the Photo Ctre, Mack Camera etc. pay one a visit.

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Nov 29, 2018 07:26:49   #
Notorious T.O.D. Loc: Harrisburg, North Carolina
 
Keep in mind the computer required to post process also especially if you are working with very large mp files...

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Nov 29, 2018 07:28:21   #
chrisg-optical Loc: New York, NY
 
Senior Photog wrote:
Fellow Hogs,

I have a high regard for your vast knowledge of photography.
My background covers many types of cameras but almost nothing from the
modern age.
I have a future project that will require the highest level of sharpness I can produce, with reason. As usual, I do not have an unlimited budget.
Most full frame dslr's would probably work. This project will involve
a lot of landscape shots. I am not locked into any one brand of camera.
Almost everything will be shot on a tripod. What would you recommend?
I'm sure you will have questions for me.
Thanks in advance.
...Joe in NJ
Fellow Hogs, br br I have a high regard for your ... (show quote)


For landscape photography equipment is not as important as technique - AF performance and fps is not critical for landscape - you will probably focus manually. My dentist takes great shots with an older D600 and some wide angle zooms. However for hi-res I would suggest a D850 with a gold ring wide zoom or better yet 1.8 wide primes (24/28/35/50). If budget is more limited you can get many gently used D800/800e bodies on eBay in the 800-1200 range - watch shutter count <100k, physical condition (avoid a beat up look), and return policy. You can get refurbished D8xx at Cameta for a bit more with a 1 year warranty. For the first time I saw Nikon had a refurb sale on the D850 for $2695 but it's now over post black Friday. Check Cameta. If you prefer mirrorless, the Z7 is a great choice - the mirrorless version of the D850 (well not exactly) but same resolution approximately. If you do get a Z7 get the FTZ adaptor - a must - so you can use F mount lenses - there's not much choice right now for Z mount lenses - not sure of the quality or performance of the 24-70 kit lens.

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Nov 29, 2018 07:39:54   #
Architect1776 Loc: In my mind
 
Senior Photog wrote:
Fellow Hogs,

I have a high regard for your vast knowledge of photography.
My background covers many types of cameras but almost nothing from the
modern age.
I have a future project that will require the highest level of sharpness I can produce, with reason. As usual, I do not have an unlimited budget.
Most full frame dslr's would probably work. This project will involve
a lot of landscape shots. I am not locked into any one brand of camera.
Almost everything will be shot on a tripod. What would you recommend?
I'm sure you will have questions for me.
Thanks in advance.
...Joe in NJ
Fellow Hogs, br br I have a high regard for your ... (show quote)


5DSR is the top right now unless you go medium format.
11-24L f4 is the best WA fixed or zoom available for sharpness, 16-35L f2.8 III intermediate WA, 24-105L f4 for normal range and 100-400L f4.5-5.6 can't be touched in telephoto. For best quality on a budget this will give maximum versatility and sharpness second to none.

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Nov 29, 2018 07:41:46   #
GeneinChi Loc: Chicago, IL
 
I was reading the responses to the post and started wondering “where is Jerry and the lists””? Thankfully I got to the bottom and there you were! You’re lists keep me from asking asking a lot of questions. Thanks!! 👍

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Nov 29, 2018 08:12:32   #
ELNikkor
 
D850, 20mm 1.8 ++

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Nov 29, 2018 08:16:05   #
berchman Loc: South Central PA
 
Naptown Gaijin wrote:


Finally, if you want REALLY SHARP photos of anything, get a Phase One camera with an 80 or 100 mp back, for $75k or so.


There is no need to spend a ridiculous amount of money for medium format digital. The Fujifilm GFX 50R medium format can be bought for $4500.
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1436551-REG/fujifilm_600020523_gfx_50r_medium_format.html

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Nov 29, 2018 08:17:46   #
chrisg-optical Loc: New York, NY
 
berchman wrote:
There is no need to spend a ridiculous amount of money for medium format digital. The Fujifilm GFX 50R medium format can be bought for $4500.
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1436551-REG/fujifilm_600020523_gfx_50r_medium_format.html



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Nov 29, 2018 08:22:51   #
Roy G Biv
 
Senior Photog wrote:
Fellow Hogs,

I have a high regard for your vast knowledge of photography.
My background covers many types of cameras but almost nothing from the
modern age.
I have a future project that will require the highest level of sharpness I can produce, with reason. As usual, I do not have an unlimited budget.
Most full frame dslr's would probably work. This project will involve
a lot of landscape shots. I am not locked into any one brand of camera.
Almost everything will be shot on a tripod. What would you recommend?
I'm sure you will have questions for me.
Thanks in advance.
...Joe in NJ
Fellow Hogs, br br I have a high regard for your ... (show quote)


Joe, all good advice provided by others. As you're in NJ, the only additional suggestion I have is to go to Unique Photo (as Sue? recommended) and rent a camera/lens combo prior to purchase, especially if they have a D850 available. I've previously rented lenses for my D750 and Unique has been great. FYI...I have no affiliation with Unique and bought my D750 from B&H but have had good luck with rentals from Unique.

Good luck.

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Nov 29, 2018 08:25:41   #
catchlight.. Loc: Wisconsin USA- Halden Norway
 
Loaded question for sure...

The Hog is 90% Nikon so let me recommend the Canon 5Dmk4. Better contrast than the 1DXmkII and the best balance overall in features and weight. I purchased a second in mint condition for 2K and shoot just about everything including landscapes.

Nikon vs Canon will see differences in JPeg color but I prefer Canon color and Lenses... Not that Nikon is a bad choice.

Bottom line is buy it used and save enough to get the better camera.

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Nov 29, 2018 08:28:09   #
cdayton
 
Any Nikon (pick your brand) DSLR made in the last 10 years should do the trick. The real issue is selecting lenses.

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Nov 29, 2018 08:31:18   #
dsmeltz Loc: Philadelphia
 
Senior Photog wrote:
Fellow Hogs,

I have a high regard for your vast knowledge of photography.
My background covers many types of cameras but almost nothing from the
modern age.
I have a future project that will require the highest level of sharpness I can produce, with reason. As usual, I do not have an unlimited budget.
Most full frame dslr's would probably work. This project will involve
a lot of landscape shots. I am not locked into any one brand of camera.
Almost everything will be shot on a tripod. What would you recommend?
I'm sure you will have questions for me.
Thanks in advance.
...Joe in NJ
Fellow Hogs, br br I have a high regard for your ... (show quote)


I would suggest posting this in the post processing forum and looking at photo stacking and panoramas. You can get incredible DOF and focus using these techniques with even marginal equipment. If, as you say, the number one criteria is sharpness, a PP solution may be best.

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Nov 29, 2018 08:35:11   #
Kreb's Cyclist
 
I might get flamed for this but I would avoid Canon if your goal is ultimate sharpness. I believe all but one of their cameras has a low pass filter which slightly degrades sharpness. I actually own Canon. I think most, if not nearly all, Nikons do not have a LP filter.

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Nov 29, 2018 08:45:37   #
imagemeister Loc: mid east Florida
 
Senior Photog wrote:
Thanks for your help.
My budget would be cover almost any of the full frame pro cameras. I'm partial to Nikon but not locked in to them.
For this project, every shot would be a
landscape. I know that a fixed focal length lens in most cases will give better results but in my case a good zoom would be fine.
I guess I'm asking if there would be much difference between brands, staying in the same price range.
I know a lot more about view cameras than I do about dslr's.
Many thanks! ...Joe in NJ
Thanks for your help. br My budget would be cover... (show quote)


Have you considered using a 4X5 film camera then ??

Otherwise, the new Nikon Z7 with any of their new S lenses - the lenses have the highest
Imatest scores I have seen !

I agree with stitching !

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