Nikon 80D vs. Nion 70D

[Holly]

Anyone have the Nikon 80D?

I currently have the 70D... DH showed me the 80D... The only difference I see is the MP.. Is it worth switching over?

 

[Artoo]

Here's a list of the differences... http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/nikond80/

I've only just got the D80. Also I haven't had a chance to use the D70. Still, from what I heard it significantly improves in nearly every field in comparison to the older model. The additional MP's are kinda nice in their own right, too.

Edit: I kinda dig that 18-135mm lens. It's versatile. A Jack of all trades, master of none. Still, decent all round.

 

[Tiberius]

The Larger Sensor is mostly superfluous but allows for more cropping. The larger viewfinder is heavenly, and the increased number of AF sensors makes it much more accurate.

 

[fmw]

I don't see any compelling reason to upgrade. I would wait for the next generation of models.

 

[Artoo]

Actually, I'm with fmw on this one.... I got a D80 since it's my first DSLR. I guess I'd stay with the D70 in your place. Either that or aim a lot higher (D200 wise)

 

[Sw1tchFX]

I don't see any compelling reason to upgrade. I would wait for the next generation of models.

Exactly. I actually like the smaller viewfinder on my D70 beucase it's easier to see when i got my eyeglasses on. More AF points? meh, i rarely go outside of the center one anyway. 10MP? practicly no difference. the only thing i like about the D80 is that it's a bit more comfortable than the D70 and it's got an AF mode button on top of it. I hate going through menus to change from AF-S to AF-C.

 

[Holly]

Thanks every one!! I Guess Ill just stick to my 70... I Do not plan to print very large pictures anyway! Yes I like the AF on topwith the 80..