Nikon Upgrade Question

[NWDAD]

We currently have a Nikon D7000 and are looking to upgrade and get a FF. Is the dust problem fixed on the D600? We are looking at that one as there are some deals on it. Or is there another one we should be looking at? Want to stay with the Nikon brand.

TIA,
Kevin

 

[PythonFan888]

About the D600 dust issue, Nikon released a service advisory late last month:

http://www.dpreview.com/news/2013/02/22/Nikon-issues-service-advisory-for-D600
http://support.nikonusa.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/18180

Quote:
"...'removal may be difficult using normal measures' and advises customers who have exhausted conventional cleaning options to 'consult your nearest Nikon service center', whose technicians will 'examine the camera thoroughly, and service it as needed."

It appears the dust issue could still be present on some units.

I also have a D7000 and have also been pondering an upgrade to FF.

However, it's not as simple as getting a new body. The upgrade will also entail getting new, and more expensive, FF glass. I have a few lenses that would work well on a full frame body (28-300 zoom, 50 f/1.8, and 100 f/2.8) but I would definitely want to budget for new lenses.

 

[Daisy14'sDH]

I was thinking about switching systems to Nikon FF myself, but think I'll give it a little more time to Pentax. Having to go through a service issue without a backup camera would kill me!

 

[NWDAD]

About the D600 dust issue, Nikon released a service advisory late last month:

http://www.dpreview.com/news/2013/02/22/Nikon-issues-service-advisory-for-D600
http://support.nikonusa.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/18180

Quote:
"...'removal may be difficult using normal measures' and advises customers who have exhausted conventional cleaning options to 'consult your nearest Nikon service center', whose technicians will 'examine the camera thoroughly, and service it as needed."

It appears the dust issue could still be present on some units.

I also have a D7000 and have also been pondering an upgrade to FF.

However, it's not as simple as getting a new body. The upgrade will also entail getting new, and more expensive, FF glass. I have a few lenses that would work well on a full frame body (28-300 zoom, 50 f/1.8, and 100 f/2.8) but I would definitely want to budget for new lenses.

I have a couple of lenses that will work for both as well. But hey an excuse to buy more lenses I like that.

Kevin

 

[PythonFan888]

I have a couple of lenses that will work for both as well. But hey an excuse to buy more lenses I like that.

Kevin

Then why not splurge and treat yourself to the D800. The left focus issue seems to have been resolved with the latest serial numbers.

 

[traylorc]

Then why not splurge and treat yourself to the D800. The left focus issue seems to have been resolved with the latest serial numbers.

I love the D800...the amount of detail in those files is absolutely amazing.

 

[NWDAD]

I would love the D800 but don't have quite that much available to spend. I am keeping the D7000 as well. That way my wonderful DW and I will not be trying to use the camara at the same time.

 

[DSLRuser]

I would say based on the questions you just asked, that you dont need to upgrade. Stick with the D7000. Its a great camera.

IMHO a d600 would be a step down from a d7000. Full frame is not everything.

 

[photo_chick]

I would say based on the questions you just asked, that you dont need to upgrade. Stick with the D7000. Its a great camera.

IMHO a d600 would be a step down from a d7000. Full frame is not everything.

I totally agree with the sentiment here. Full frame isn't everything. It has advantages, but so does crop. And when you start talking about high end cameras, unless you're a working photographer with specific requirements, it's not about what you need to make an image anymore. It's about what you want in your new toy.

Also remember without high end glass you're not going to see all the benefits your image quality gets from a full frame sensor.

 

[wbeem]

I would love the D800 but don't have quite that much available to spend. I am keeping the D7000 as well. That way my wonderful DW and I will not be trying to use the camara at the same time.

The D700 is an awesome camera. You could find a used one for a reasonable price. Even though I own a D800, I still use my D700 all the time.

It excels at high ISO and frames per second compared to the D800. Smaller files means you have more room on your card for photos, too. Put a battery grip on it for more battery life and to have a portrait-orientation shutter.

 

[NWDAD]

A little more info. No I am not a pro however I have been invovled with Photography for over 30 years. I am looking to up grade to a FF and am looking for a good step up from the D7000. I will not be getting rid of the D7000. I am looking to add another camara to my bag. It is part of a long term project to grow my skills and abilites.

Thanks,
Kevin

 

[photo_chick]

A little more info. No I am not a pro however I have been invovled with Photography for over 30 years. I am looking to up grade to a FF and am looking for a good step up from the D7000. I will not be getting rid of the D7000. I am looking to add another camara to my bag. It is part of a long term project to grow my skills and abilites.

Thanks,
Kevin

I get that. We want what we want. I want the 5DmkIII because I want the bells and whistles along with crazy high ISO performance. Most of what I do for pay is in the studio and I honestly really don't need it there. Heck, I shoot film in the studio most of the time. But I want that camera like Ralphie wanted that Red Ryder BB gun.

As far as growing your skills though, there is nothing you can't learn on an entry level DSLR that you will learn on a full frame model except how to use the bells and whistles. I've been shooting for nearly 30 years now myself and I went back to school to finish my BFA in photography in 2010. The things that I've seen people doing with what most of us would consider bare bones (not to mention outdated) equipment just blow me away and reinforces the idea that the camera has very little to do with the final image.