Nikon D80 Equivilent

[qcmama]

I am considering applying with a local company as a freelance photographer. Currently I shoot with a Nikon D3000. They require a D80 or equivalent I have looked at DPReview and compared side by side, well the D90 and D3000 the D80 was not available, and they seem pretty similar. I know I have a basic entry level camera but if I could get some good solid work behind me I would feel a lot better about buying the next best thing. Anyone have any suggestions? They would be greatly appreciated! Thank you all in advance!

 

[cnutco]

First, look at the D3000 and the D90 again. If you still think they are similar after your research, then do not bother applying.

 

[Destin]

Just a little self promotion, I'm sure someone will yell at me for it, but I have this D80 body for sale right now:

http://www.thephotoforum.com/forum/buy-sell/255240-nikon-d80-body.html


The D90 is definitely a better body, mainly in that it handles high iso's better. But it's also twice the price. You can find D80's for 3-400 pretty easily

 

[kundalini]

I think you should tell your local company to run off in short jerky motions. The D80 is capable, but the D3000 should provide the necessary detail in a final shot.


Hey destin, just noticed your signature. Cheers :thumbsup:

 

[2WheelPhoto]

D80 is way more than the D3000. I picked up one for a couple of hundred bucks (with under 13K shuuter actuations) on craigslist as a back up cam after my D7000 spent its 1st week in the shop. I love this D80! Not quite as good as the D7000 in many areas I've noticed, but reliable

 

[djacobox372]

Image quality wise, the d3000 is actually a little better then the D80 (similar sensor, but with newer software in the D3000).

However, the D80 has many more features. You can buy a used D80 for as low as $300 on ebay, I suggest you look there. Or you can opt for a D90, D5000, D5100 or D3100, which are superior to the D80.