Any reason NOT to go with D7000?

[macpro88]

EDIT: Well, I actually ended up with the 7D...



Ok, so I've been looking at reviews and doing my research, but I really think I need a communities' opinion.

This will be my 2nd DSLR, started with a T2i, loved it, but lost it to the ex-gf (don't ask lol).

Any reason to NOT go with the Nikon D7000? This is what I am really set on right now. I have an overall budget of $3,000-3,500.

I've looked at the 7D, 60D, D5100 and D3200, and the D7000 just really seems to stand out. And am I (somewhat) correct in saying Nikon has better glass for slightly cheaper?

I will be primarily shooting landscape, nature (flowers etc...) and a good balance of urban with some people as well and maybe, maybe portraits.

D7000 just seems like a great overall body. Also, any reason to NOT go with the kit lens? Or skip to something a little nicer? Also, with a crop factor should I go with a 35mm or 50mm prime lens?



Thoughts from the pros?

Thanks all!!!!

 

[Dominantly]

The main reason not to go with the D7000 is if you feel you will really want to end up with a full frame sensor in the near future.

The D7000 should be far more than adequate for what your currents needs are.

You can make a kit lens work in most situations. I have used my 18-105 extensively for the past few years, and find it's wide angle of coverage to be well worth it's initial cost. But that being said, it is no where near as fun to shoot with as a quality Nikkor lens like one from the holy trinity.
Having a nice prime like a 50mm f/1.4 in your bag next to a wider kit lens, would probably suffice for a long while. With the crop factor you are looking at something close to the 85mm f/1.4 lens, which is great for portraits, and can used just plain wonderful for flowers/nature. It can also be used creatively for landscape shots using the Brenizer technique.

 

[KmH]

There are lots of reasons to pass on the D7000.

Only 3 AEB. No PC flash cable sync port. No 10-pin port. No built-in vertical grip.

Only has the 2016-pixel RGB metering sensor.
It's cluttered up with upteen auto exposure modes.
It has an APS-C image sensor.
It only has 9 cross-type focus sensors.

For prime lenses I had 20 mm, 24 mm, 35 mm, 50 mm, 85 mm, 105 mm, 135 mm and 200 mm.

 

[macpro88]

The main reason not to go with the D7000 is if you feel you will really want to end up with a full frame sensor in the near future.

The D7000 should be far more than adequate for what your currents needs are.

You can make a kit lens work in most situations. I have used my 18-105 extensively for the past few years, and find it's wide angle of coverage to be well worth it's initial cost. But that being said, it is no where near as fun to shoot with as a quality Nikkor lens like one from the holy trinity.
Having a nice prime like a 50mm f/1.4 in your bag next to a wider kit lens, would probably suffice for a long while. With the crop factor you are looking at something close to the 85mm f/1.4 lens, which is great for portraits, and can used just plain wonderful for flowers/nature. It can also be used creatively for landscape shots using the Brenizer technique.

Sweet, thank you!

There are lots of reasons to pass on the D7000.

Only 3 AEB. No PC flash cable sync port. No 10-pin port. No built-in vertical grip.

Only has the 2016-pixel RGB metering sensor.
It's cluttered up with upteen auto exposure modes.
It has an APS-C image sensor.
It only has 9 cross-type focus sensors.

For prime lenses I had 20 mm, 24 mm, 35 mm, 50 mm, 85 mm, 105 mm, 135 mm and 200 mm.

Thank you! However, can I get those added features you say the D7000 lacks in my budget? I would not like to spend more than $1,500 on a body.

 

[Dominantly]

Good response KmH, you nailed it.

 

[Audible_Chocolate]

Heres a picture I took today for Cinco de mayo, before it started to down poor!! It was the only picture I got today I think the D7000 is everything I wanted and more. Untill I am ready for FX This is the best IMO.


Street Preacher by Audible_Chocolate, on Flickr

 

[TheBiles]

Nikon... Cheaper? Don't kid yourself.

Sent from my Galaxy Nexus

 

[KmH]

Heres a picture I took today for Cinco de mayo, before it started to down poor!! It was the only picture I got today I think the D7000 is everything I wanted and more. Untill I am ready for FX This is the best IMO.

I recommend turning down the saturation setting. The greens are over-cooked.

 

[Audible_Chocolate]

Heres a picture I took today for Cinco de mayo, before it started to down poor!! It was the only picture I got today I think the D7000 is everything I wanted and more. Untill I am ready for FX This is the best IMO.

I recommend turning down the saturation setting. The greens are over-cooked.

I blew it out in lightroom. I kinda liked it.

 

[mjhoward]

There are lots of reasons to pass on the D7000.

Only 3 AEB. No PC flash cable sync port. No 10-pin port. No built-in vertical grip.

Only has the 2016-pixel RGB metering sensor.
It's cluttered up with upteen auto exposure modes.
It has an APS-C image sensor.
It only has 9 cross-type focus sensors.

Sounds like someone is reaching. So what are the reasons you would go with either the 7D, 60D, D5100 or D3200 over the D7000 because he clearly stated these are the ones he is looking at. I believe they all only have 3 AEB, they all are APS-C sensors, and I don't believe any of them have a built in vertical grip either. Aside from that, just check the scoreboard: DxOMark - Compare cameras side by side

Besides, I can almost guarantee the D7000 will meter better than the new 5D III :lmao:

 

[CouncilmanDoug]

adorama has d7000's going with 70-200 2.8's and 14-24 2.8's, maybe check out those

 

[o hey tyler]

There are lots of reasons to pass on the D7000.

Only 3 AEB. No PC flash cable sync port. No 10-pin port. No built-in vertical grip.

Only has the 2016-pixel RGB metering sensor.
It's cluttered up with upteen auto exposure modes.
It has an APS-C image sensor.
It only has 9 cross-type focus sensors.

Besides, I can almost guarantee the D7000 will meter better than the new 5D III :lmao:

Assuming it doesn't lock up during metering, or any other normal operation: Nikon acknowledges D4 and D800 freezing issues, is currently working on a fix | The Verge

 

[macpro88]

Sweet, thanks for the continued input everyone! Now, next question I guess, where is the best place to buy a DSLR? I have no issues waiting for shipping from ordering online.

 

[Vtec44]

D7000 is now my backup camera, but I love it when I was using it as my primary. Just like with any cameras, there are pros and cons.

What I don't like about the D7000: Small, hard to hold with big lenses. No sync port (this can be fixed with a $10 adapter).

What I like about the D7000: Fast focus even in dim light. Image quality is GREAT, incredibly sharp. Good noise handling at higher ISO for an ASPC sensor (although I typically don't go beyond 1600).

 

[zamanakhan]

Ok, so I've been looking at reviews and doing my research, but I really think I need a communities' opinion.

This will be my 2nd DSLR, started with a T2i, loved it, but lost it to the ex-gf (don't ask lol).

Any reason to NOT go with the Nikon D7000? This is what I am really set on right now. I have an overall budget of $3,000-3,500.

I've looked at the 7D, 60D, D5100 and D3200, and the D7000 just really seems to stand out. And am I (somewhat) correct in saying Nikon has better glass for slightly cheaper?

I will be primarily shooting landscape, nature (flowers etc...) and a good balance of urban with some people as well and maybe, maybe portraits.

D7000 just seems like a great overall body. Also, any reason to NOT go with the kit lens? Or skip to something a little nicer? Also, with a crop factor should I go with a 35mm or 50mm prime lens?



Thoughts from the pros?

Thanks all!!!!

slightly cheaper lol... nikon costs WAAAAAY more than canon. The nikon trinity is over $1000 more than the canon trinity, having said that, canon does not have a 14-24 2.8 and may reviews state that nikon glass is of better quality. But when you get to the higher end 2.8 zooms, you are pretty much nitpicking quality issues. There are quite a few reasons to go with nikon over canon but price is definately not one of them. The only way you can look at price is if you compare the bodies, nikon bodies are cheaper than canon.