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Aug 24, 2018 09:44:15   #
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The Sky and Desert Go On Forever
Nice shot. The open vistas are one of the reasons I love living here.
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Aug 17, 2018 09:19:08   #
(Main Photography Discussion)
My D7500 came so now I have question about lenses
If you have the spare $$$, Nikon's 16-80 f2.8/4 is a great lens. It lives on my D7500 most of the time. If you want/need something with a wider focal range, then a Nikon 18-300 or Tamron 16-300 both work just fine. Any of Nikon's new AF-P lenses also function perfectly on your 7500. Enjoy your new camera. In addition to my 7500 I also have a D5600 and a D750, but the 7500 gets more use than those two combined.
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Aug 11, 2018 18:54:23   #
(Main Photography Discussion)
Nikon D5300 or D7200
Pegasus wrote:
Comparing a D7500 to a D7200 is equivalent to comparing a recent vintage PC computer to a 5 year old computer. When I read about the fact the D7200 has two slots where the D7500 only has one and to ignore everything else the D7500 has, well, to me that’s like saying all these things:

“Don’t buy the latest computer, this old one has 2 small disk drives on it whereas the new one only has one big drive.“

“Ignore the fact the new PC has 32GB of RAM, the old one only has 8GB, but it has two drives.”

“Ignore the fact the new PC has a much faster processor than the old one, which has two drives.”

“Ignore the fact you can drive a 4K monitor with the new PC, the old one can only handle an HD monitor but it has two drives.”

“Ignore the fact the new PC has Wi-Fi capability, the old PC doesn’t have Wi-Fi but it has two drives and it also has a parallel port so can use antique printers if you ever decide to buy one.”

This last one come compliments of the above post that bemoans the fact a D5300 user who is thinking of upgrading his camera would not be able to use antique lenses (pre-1986).
Comparing a D7500 to a D7200 is equivalent to comp... (show quote)


EXACTLY!!! Well said, and one of the most logical posts I've seen in a while.
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Aug 10, 2018 11:17:13   #
(Main Photography Discussion)
Nikon D5300 or D7200
I have a 7500 and am completely happy with it. There really isn't a lot of difference between the 7500 & 7200 price wise so I think you would be better off going for the newer technology of the 7500. Some would try to convince you that the extra 3 mps of the 7200 will make for much better photos.......It won't. Several reviews even give the 7500 the edge since it has a newer processor. Since you are used to the single card slot on your 5300 I doubt that you will miss not having a second slot on the 7500. I don't miss it on my 7500 or my 5600. If you have the spare change you may want to consider the D500. It is at the top of the DX heap in abilities. Or if you want to save a few $$$ to put toward some good glass you should take a good look at the D5600. I used to have a 5300 and I can tell you that the 5600 is miles ahead technology wise and I think you would love the touch screen function. Plus you are already familiar with the general function and layout. The 7200 is a fantastic camera......I used to have one. The 7500 is the next step up from it.
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Aug 9, 2018 12:03:48   #
(Main Photography Discussion)
Nikon G lens
rmalarz wrote:
The G lens doesn't have an aperture ring as the F lenses do.
https://fotodiox.freshdesk.com/support/solutions/articles/17000001669-nikon-f-vs-g-adapters-which-one-do-i-need-
--Bob


Which basically means that in manual mode you set the aperture from the camera instead of the lens.
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Aug 6, 2018 08:47:48   #
(Main Photography Discussion)
Nikon D7500
Don't know why so many people dis the single card slot on this camera but ignore the fact that Nikon's 5xxx and 3xxx series also have a single slot yet are considered good bodies for beginners to the enthusiest. The 7500 is not marketed as a professional camera. You want a professional DX body? Then go for the 500. For me the 7500 works just fine for the things I use it for. It's nearly perfect as a walk around camera. My full frame with a lens is too heavy/bulky for that and I like the extra features that it has over my 5600. Again, it is great for it's intended audience. I'm keeping mine.
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Aug 4, 2018 09:39:58   #
(Main Photography Discussion)
Green Flash
I have photographed numerous sunsets around the Tucson area but have never once seen the green flash here. I have seen and photographed it a few times on the beach in Maui.
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Aug 2, 2018 18:55:07   #
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Nikon 18-200 mm vs. Tamron 16-300 mm
I am the satisfied owner of the Tamron. I had the Nikon in the past. I suspect that those who think the IQ is better with the Nikon have no experience with the Tamron. They both produce very good photos if you do your part. I like the extra 2mm on the wide end of the Tamron......It is noticeable. But since you already have the Nikon I don't think the slightly longer focal range is worth the money for such a similar lens. If you need a longer reach you might want to look at something like a 100-400 from Sigma or Tamron. Since you are working with a 24mpx body you should also give cropping a try. Good luck with whatever decision you make.
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Aug 1, 2018 09:11:28   #
(Main Photography Discussion)
Nikon D7200 vs D7500
I used to have a 7200, now have a 7500. I have never once missed the extra card slot. Since you're coming from a 5300 I doubt you will miss the extra slot. The 7500 is slightly lighter, and has a useful touch screen that also flips. It is better in low light and the nfc works great with my android devices. It also has the newest Expeed 5 processor. Why buy the older technology in the 7200 (although I agree it's a great camera) when for very little more you can have most of the features of a D500 without the extra cost, size, and weight.
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Jul 30, 2018 13:19:23   #
(Main Photography Discussion)
Tamron and Nikon zooms
I have the 16-300 on one of my D7500s. I also have the Nikon 18-300 3.5/6.3 and can't really see any difference in IQ between the two, even when cropped. So, because of the lower price and the useful extra 2mm on the wide end, I prefer the Tamron. But they are both good walk around lenses if you don't mind the size, weight, and slow maximum f stops.
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Jul 25, 2018 11:53:20   #
(Main Photography Discussion)
D7100/D7200 vs full frame
You might want to also take a look at the D7500. It has many of the features of the D500 without the extra cost and weight. Yes, I know it only has a single card slot but I haven't missed it for what I use it for. It will click off 8 fps, has the expeed 5 processor, a superior AF system when compared to the D7100/7200, and you can keep using your existing DX lenses. It is only a couple hundred bucks more than a 7200. I use mine more than my 810 & 500 combined.
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Oct 29, 2017 16:48:06   #
(Main Photography Discussion)
7200 vs 7500?
I had a 7200 and bought a 7500 as a back up. I am impressed enough with the 7500 that I sold the 7200. It focuses faster with every lens I have tried (including the Tamron 16-300), the fps is higher, the 21 mpx produces better looking photos than the 7200s 24 mpx, it fits my hand slightly better, I have not missed the extra card slot, it functions perfectly with the new AF-P lenses. I know it is not marketed as a replacement for the 7200, but for me, it has become my go-to camera for almost everything I do. I like it better than even my D750. With my 16-80 Nikon lens attached it is ready to go for everything I shoot except for wildlife.
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Oct 27, 2017 11:59:37   #
(Main Photography Discussion)
Three solid reasons NOT to buy a new Nikon D7500 ....
Steve Perry wrote:
Why the heck do people hate the D7500 so much? Especially those who have never shot it? Let's get a few things straight..

First, it has the screw drive, look at any photo of it with the lens off. It works with AF-D lenses. What it doesn't work well with is 30 year old legacy glass.

It doesn't have two SD slots and it is more expensive. However, you're forgetting this:

Faster FPS at 8 FPS vs 6 - a significant upgrade for action shooters.

Deeper buffer 50 shots instead of 18 - again a big upgrade for action shooters

You make fun of the touch / tilt screen, but instead of making fun of it, I've found ways to make use of it to get better, low angle photos (see below)



It has Nikon's 180K RGB pixel meter so metering is improved over the D7200, as is 3D and Auto AF

Live View AF is noticeably better than the D7200

4K video

Group AF mode (my most used for action and absent on the D7200)

Deeper grip

Better weather sealing vs the D7200

Overall, for my work (wildlife / action), I'd take the D7500 any day over the D7200. As someone who has used both cameras, it's not even close.

Check out my review for more info:
https://backcountrygallery.com/nikon-d7500-review-d500-d7200-comparison/

And some photos from this terrible camera. (The swan and prairie dogs were taken with that silly tilt screen).
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Agree. I bought a 7500 as a back up dx body to my 7200. After using it for several thousand shots, I sold the 7200. It has almost all of the desireable features of the 500 with less weight and what is for me a very useful feature....built in flash, which I find necessary for fill flash when it's not convenient to carry a dedicated flash. To say I am happy with the 7500 is an understatement. And I have not once missed the extra few mpx. Plus every function works with Nikon's newest AF-P lenses.
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Oct 19, 2017 17:22:31   #
(General Chit-Chat (non-photography talk))
Does the World Need a 707 HP Jeep
rmorrison1116 wrote:
My motorcycles engine is larger than the engine in my car, 1.846 litre 6 cylinder vs 1.4 litre 4 cylinder. The car weighs more than 3 times the motorcycle and gets better highway gas mileage than the motorcycle, and both will go at least 140 MPH. Both have heated seats and heated grips/steering wheel, and both have really nice sound systems and both are fun to drive. Who needs gobs of horsepower to have fun?!


Your motorcycle is actually 1836 cc......pretty sure it is a Gold Wing. I've owned two of them. Currently on a Concours. It' just getting started at 100 mph....in 2nd gear!
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Oct 19, 2017 14:35:39   #
(General Chit-Chat (non-photography talk))
Does the World Need a 707 HP Jeep
My Wrangler has enough HP from the factory for anything I will ever use it for. Can't imagine that kind of power on a paved highway, let alone in the mud or on a steep hill. Scary. When I feel the need for speed, my motorcycle has a power to weight ratio beating almost any car on the road......and I can still get well in excess of 40 mpg.
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