Switching brands

[Solarflare]

even though I've heard Canon is outclassing Nikon in certain aspects

If your definition of "outclassing" is "being slightly better", then sure.

Neither Nikon nor Canon actually outclass each other though. They are constantly fighting each other in all kinds of fields, and one is always in the upper hand only to lose the advantage the next round.

If you like to stay with Canon, then go buy the higher end Nikon equipment such as the $8000 500mm lens @deep discount (i.e.$5000) and then flip it back on the market for $7000. With the $2000 you made, go buy a Canon.

Thats why I dont get why anyone would get such a deal.

One could make big money in no time.

That is because we don't have a messiah like Ken Rockwell to follow like those in the church of Nikon.

Pretty ironic considering that Rockwell currently states he prefers Canon.

 

[jaomul]

Amateurs worry about equipment, professionals worry about time, masters worry about light.

Canon users worry about all the God-awful color noise and pattern noise that lurks in their shadow areas.

Everyday people worry about price.

Did ya see that discount

 

[goooner]

I made the switch a couple of weeks ago. I came from a similar setup than you, see my signature. I've been very impressed with my Nikon sofar, except for a faulty battery (still testing it, but I think it is defect). Of course I probably would have been happy with a new Canon as well, but I would have paid more for the body than the Canon equivalent. The biggest jump for me was the doubling of the MP, and the higher ISO performance of the D7200.

I will start doing some BIF soon, so I think the focus tracking, higher burst rate, and the fact that I can store my settings in one of the U dial positions will also help a great deal. If you are able to get 50% discount on the Nikon gear it will be great. You will be able to get a D500 at a very decent price, and be set for the next decade!

 

[JoeW]

I'm a long-time Nikon user. Here's my take:

1. The single biggest difference for a newbie or relatively inexperienced user is going to be ergonomics. A Canon and a Nikon just "feel" different b/c dials and buttons are in different locations. So all the advice about "try first" is absolutely, completely, totally, spot on. The first time you try a Nikon, it will probably feel weird. Every time I pick up a Canon, it feels weird (b/c I"m used to a Nikon). It's like the difference between being inside of a Honda (with similar layouts and dashboards) vs. a Ford--it's takes some adjustment.

2. Let's be realistic: any DSLR you buy that is no more than 4 years old has capabilities and assets you will never use unless you're a pro with the most diverse portfolio ever. Modern DSLRs are complex technological wonders. Trying to buy the most recent, the most advanced, the "best" (by what standard?) is a fool's exercise b/c things like lens matter more than bodies and for a serious amateur, either make is going to have more more capability than you'll ever use.

If the ergonomics work for you, I'd suggest you switch. That's b/c if you're just getting started and you stay committed, buying gear can be expensive. Getting to save 50% on the price is a huge advantage. And I'd say the same thing if you were a Nikon user with a great deal to switch to Nikon.

 

[table1349]

even though I've heard Canon is outclassing Nikon in certain aspects

If your definition of "outclassing" is "being slightly better", then sure.

Neither Nikon nor Canon actually outclass each other though. They are constantly fighting each other in all kinds of fields, and one is always in the upper hand only to lose the advantage the next round.

If you like to stay with Canon, then go buy the higher end Nikon equipment such as the $8000 500mm lens @deep discount (i.e.$5000) and then flip it back on the market for $7000. With the $2000 you made, go buy a Canon.

Thats why I dont get why anyone would get such a deal.

One could make big money in no time.

That is because we don't have a messiah like Ken Rockwell to follow like those in the church of Nikon.

Pretty ironic considering that Rockwell currently states he prefers Canon.

Ken Rockwell doesn't know whether to wind his butt or scratch his watch.


Added for all the youngsters that didn't realize people used to have to wind their watches.

 

[robbins.photo]

I'm a long-time Nikon user. Here's my take:

1. The single biggest difference for a newbie or relatively inexperienced user is going to be ergonomics. A Canon and a Nikon just "feel" different b/c dials and buttons are in different locations. So all the advice about "try first" is absolutely, completely, totally, spot on. The first time you try a Nikon, it will probably feel weird. Every time I pick up a Canon, it feels weird (b/c I"m used to a Nikon). It's like the difference between being inside of a Honda (with similar layouts and dashboards) vs. a Ford--it's takes some adjustment.

2. Let's be realistic: any DSLR you buy that is no more than 4 years old has capabilities and assets you will never use unless you're a pro with the most diverse portfolio ever. Modern DSLRs are complex technological wonders. Trying to buy the most recent, the most advanced, the "best" (by what standard?) is a fool's exercise b/c things like lens matter more than bodies and for a serious amateur, either make is going to have more more capability than you'll ever use.

If the ergonomics work for you, I'd suggest you switch. That's b/c if you're just getting started and you stay committed, buying gear can be expensive. Getting to save 50% on the price is a huge advantage. And I'd say the same thing if you were a Nikon user with a great deal to switch to Nikon.

I think there is something to be said for ergonomics, but honestly I don't think it's the end all be all. When I first upgraded from the D5200 to the D7100 one of the things that I had the hardest time adjusting too was the AF switch on the front of the camera body. The old 5200 didn't have anything there so I got rather accustomed to wrapping one of by big bear paws around that side of the camera. I had to adjust using the 7100 because all too often I'd accidentally hit that switch and turn off the cameras AF system. Took a bit to get used too, and I used words my mom would not approve of several times during the process.. lol

But after a relatively short amount of time I adjusted. Same thing happened when I switched from a Chevy truck to a Nissan Pathfinder, the layout took a bit of getting used too but I adjusted soon enough.

 

[JacaRanda]

I'm a long-time Nikon user. Here's my take:

1. The single biggest difference for a newbie or relatively inexperienced user is going to be ergonomics. A Canon and a Nikon just "feel" different b/c dials and buttons are in different locations. So all the advice about "try first" is absolutely, completely, totally, spot on. The first time you try a Nikon, it will probably feel weird. Every time I pick up a Canon, it feels weird (b/c I"m used to a Nikon). It's like the difference between being inside of a Honda (with similar layouts and dashboards) vs. a Ford--it's takes some adjustment.

2. Let's be realistic: any DSLR you buy that is no more than 4 years old has capabilities and assets you will never use unless you're a pro with the most diverse portfolio ever. Modern DSLRs are complex technological wonders. Trying to buy the most recent, the most advanced, the "best" (by what standard?) is a fool's exercise b/c things like lens matter more than bodies and for a serious amateur, either make is going to have more more capability than you'll ever use.

If the ergonomics work for you, I'd suggest you switch. That's b/c if you're just getting started and you stay committed, buying gear can be expensive. Getting to save 50% on the price is a huge advantage. And I'd say the same thing if you were a Nikon user with a great deal to switch to Nikon.

I think there is something to be said for ergonomics, but honestly I don't think it's the end all be all. When I first upgraded from the D5200 to the D7100 one of the things that I had the hardest time adjusting too was the AF switch on the front of the camera body. The old 5200 didn't have anything there so I got rather accustomed to wrapping one of by big bear paws around that side of the camera. I had to adjust using the 7100 because all too often I'd accidentally hit that switch and turn off the cameras AF system. Took a bit to get used too, and I used words my mom would not approve of several times during the process.. lol

But after a relatively short amount of time I adjusted. Same thing happened when I switched from a Chevy truck to a Nissan Pathfinder, the layout took a bit of getting used too but I adjusted soon enough.

It's not the end all, but it could be the begin all. Personally, I think ergonomics should be considered more often than perhaps they are.
I'm like you, I would get used to it. My Wifey - no way in Helsinki! She picked up different cameras prior to having her/our first dslr. I knew by watching her, the Canons felt better to her than the Nikons; ignoring everything else. If I would have gotten a Nikon for that gift 4 or 5 years ago, it would be collecting dust. Or, I would be a Nikon guy right now.

 

[robbins.photo]

It's not the end all, but it could be the begin all. Personally, I think ergonomics should be considered more often than perhaps they are.
I'm like you, I would get used to it. My Wifey - no way in Helsinki! She picked up different cameras prior to having her/our first dslr. I knew by watching her, the Canons felt better to her than the Nikons; ignoring everything else. If I would have gotten a Nikon for that gift 4 or 5 years ago, it would be collecting dust. Or, I would be a Nikon guy right now.

I guess some folks are fussier about that sort of thing than others, I recently had a friend of mine hand me his 70d and have me shoot it for a bit, it was a little different than my 7100 but nothing I couldn't handle.