I caved: Bought a D7000

[Ash]

I have been waiting (forever) for the D700 replacement, checking Nikonrumors every other day. I was even considering just getting a used D700 for a while, but then prices went up! :Wow1: A great condition used D700 is now around the $2400 mark.

I got sick of waiting and ordered a D7000 today. I played with one at Bestbuy and wasn't convinced (although it is extremely well built considering its price), but I'm hoping it will grow on me and I don't use my 14 return policy. I did at least manage to find a body only for MSRP with no tax and free shipping.

Either way, it will be quite a step up from my old D50, which is useless on anything higher than 200ISO (at least it had a built in AF Drive - a nice feature on a basic camera).

Any regrets for you D7000 owners? Can it keep someone who was chasing a Pro(ish) camera happy for a while?

 

[tdesanto]

I bet it will keep you happy for a while. I've been checking Nikonrumors on the D700 replacement. Last time I checked, it might be announced this fall. Who knows when dealers would actually have them available?

Worst case, you'll be able to sell it for a decent price next year if/when the D800 is out.

 

[Ash]

Worst case, you'll be able to sell it for a decent price next year if/when the D800 is out.

That was my rationale In the mean time, I'm shopping for glass. I have a fetish for Nikon AF lenses with crinkle coat :snorkel:

 

[spressomon]

I bet it will keep you happy for a while. I've been checking Nikonrumors on the D700 replacement. Last time I checked, it might be announced this fall. Who knows when dealers would actually have them available?

Worst case, you'll be able to sell it for a decent price next year if/when the D800 is out.

Same here! I can't believe how long Nikon has waited in between serious enhancements to the D700 and 300s; namely HD vid. Canon just has to be kicking their ******** the last couple years.

 

[Scott Brady]

Congrats on the new camera!

 

[Lost Canadian]

Can it keep someone who was chasing a Pro(ish) camera happy for a while?

National Geographic Editor and world renowned travel photographer Bob Krist uses nothing more than a D7000 and small handful of lenses for his current assignments. Prior to that he used a D90 as his main camera. If a D7000 is enough to satisfy someone as good, as experienced, and as demanding of his equipment as Mr. Krist, I'm sure you'll be satisfied.

As for me, I'm not a working pro but I've used my D7000 extensively since I first purchased it and I have been very happy with it. A large portion of my shots in this gallery were taken with a D7000.

Same here! I can't believe how long Nikon has waited in between serious enhancements to the D700 and 300s; namely HD vid. Canon just has to be kicking their ******** the last couple years.

Market share numbers in terms of gain actually indicate the opposite. Put video aside for a second and compare camera systems in terms of still image makers. Nikon has serious game when you consider still performance factors, and lets not forget all that incredible glass they have been pumping out lately.

 

[spressomon]

National Geographic Editor and world renowned travel photographer Bob Krist uses nothing more than a D7000 and small handful of lenses for his current assignments. Prior to that he used a D90 as his main camera. If a D7000 is enough to satisfy someone as good, as experienced, and as demanding of his equipment as Mr. Krist, I'm sure you'll be satisfied.

As for me, I'm not a working pro but I've used my D7000 extensively since I first purchased it and I have been very happy with it. A large portion of my shots in this gallery were taken with a D7000.



Market share numbers in terms of gain actually indicate the opposite. Put video aside for a second and compare camera systems in terms of still image makers. Nikon has serious game when you consider still performance factors, and lets not forget all that incredible glass they have pumping out lately.

Interesting. I've been a Nikon owner and user since my Dad loaned me his F4 back in the early 70's. Its just what I'm used to I guess. But from the outside looking in it always seems Canon has offered much more selection in their pro/semi-pro lenses than Nikon. I love my D300...I bought it mainly for its shock/weather resistance and overall stout build; its proven itself to me throughout all the banging, precip, extreme dust, etc. And although I love the 18-200VR lense for a quick all-around lense it leaves a bit to be desired regarding weather resistance/dust proof compared to the D300. And I'd like to have HD vid for those casual times I don't want two devices slung around my neck.

Oh yeah: Congratulations to the OP on the D7000: You will love it!

 

[Lost Canadian]

Interesting. But from the outside looking in it always seems Canon has offered much more selection in their pro/semi-pro lenses than Nikon. I love my D300...I bought it mainly for its shock/weather resistance and overall stout build; its proven itself to me throughout all the banging, precip, extreme dust, etc. And although I love the 18-200VR lense for a quick all-around lense it leaves a bit to be desired regarding weather resistance/dust proof compared to the D300.

I can empathize, grass always seems greener. Canon guys complain that they want Nikon wides, Nikon guys complain that they want Canon's range of mid-range telephotos, it's a back and forth. Both compaines have strengths and weaknesses but truth is both offer more product options than anyone will ever need. Show me a Canon lens that bests an equivalent Nikon and I'll show you a Nikon that bests an equivalent Canon. The real weakness in any system almost always originates with the hand holding the camera.

 

[Michael Slade]

The best part about the Nikon wide-angle lenses is that you can show salt on the front of them very well.

D7000
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[Lost Canadian]

The best part about the Nikon wide-angle lenses is that you can show salt on the front of them very well.

Yours likes the elements too? Mine seems to have has an affinity for being completely doused.

 

[Ash]

The best part about the Nikon wide-angle lenses is that you can show salt on the front of them very well.

Just added this to the line-up:

I think I'll try to avoid the salt with that one :snorkel: