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APS does their repairs very well, good turnaround time and they are nice to deal with.

I think that Nikon will have done their utmost to ensure that the original shipments will operate perfectly. The idea of the 1 to 1 aspect ratio with the viewfinder blacked out to show the square is interesting to me. The updated slide holder for the scans sounds good to me too. Wonder how soon they will be available to try in the Chicago area :-)

<p>I looked at the anniversary website, and found something there that I was not aware of. The Nikon Museum. If I ever have the opportunity to get to Japan, I would love to see it.</p>

<p>When I originally started with Nikon, it was because of the glass. Nikkor lenses have kept me happy since the mid 70's. The way I see it, there has been no need to move to Sigma, as I am happy with Nikkor lenses.</p>

<p>I believe that the Df model is a one time model and will not be updated from its current form. There is still unsold stock from 3 years ago. I love the camera, but have heard rumors that speculate<br /> that if there is another Df2 that it could be mirrorless. Now perhaps that mirrorless version would look like a rangefinder style, but what do I know?</p>

<p>I have the VR version that was the kit lens for my D5000, and have used it on the D7000 and my sons D7200 as well. I think that it is surprisingly good for a kit lens. It is not as sharp as the Nikkor 17-55, but it is much nicer to carry for longer periods of time. I think that the 18-55VR punches somewhat above its weight.</p>

<p>Last year I bought an AF Nikkor 70-210 4-5.6 for $50.00 to try with my D7000. It is not fancy or new, but it seems to work very well for me. I also still use my old AF Nikkor 35-105 3.5-4.5, another unheralded and inexpensive lens that works well for me also. Sometimes your own eyes will work better than the words of a reviewer. If you let them.....</p>

<p>They can argue all of the test numbers that they want, especially between the Nikon and the Zeiss, but before buying either of them, I would rent both and rely upon my visual results and feelings about handling. For me it would be do I like the results enough to spend the money to own one.</p>

<p>Eric, the Df is a nice camera to use if you treat it like a camera and not a sledge hammer. It is tough enough, and not a toy. Rent one to see for yourself. It is a camera where there is not much middle ground. You will like it or not like it. I like it a lot. But you may not. Only one way to find out........</p>

<p>William P, I am late with my thoughts here. If you have not yet made a purchase, I would say to rent the body that you are leaning towards, use some lenses that you know, and see if the images satisfy you. If you were happy shooting with primes, seriously consider the weight of that 50-100 1.8. It is a very tempting lens, but I would rent it before buying as well. Enjoy what you choose in the end, cause that is what this is all about.</p>

<p>Another + for Authorized Photo Service from me.</p>

<p>Sadly, these days it is all academic due to the lack of Kodachrome and its processing to shoot with. I used a Kodak 35RF well used when I got it in the early 60's. I thought it was good until I inherited an almost new Contarex. Still have the 35RF on a shelf display.</p>

<p>In our current world, there is great competition among portrait photographers. Make your portrait work stand out and above that of the others. Let your work be seen, and let your availability to make outstanding portraits be known. If your heart is really in it, DO NOT GIVE UP!</p>

<p>Enjoy your new 80-200! Since you like primes, and did not buy the other zoom, please consider one of the Nikkor 85's for when you don't want to carry the weight. You just may find yourself using it more and more. Take lots of photos of your newborn now and throughout her life!</p>

<p>Not a technical answer, but sometimes progress is wonderful!</p>