richsimmons

Thanks. Yeah, Katz Eyes is closed. I tried cleaning it myself, to some success, but I was hoping not to have to send it in. It does focus, it's just annoying to look through. Thanks agin

Hello. Does anyone know which focusing screens fit the D7100? I'm trying to find a replacement, but I can't find anything specific for this particular camera. Even Nikon's web site is not help. Neither was their tech support, nor was B&H helpful. Does anyone have a clue? Thanks.

<p>There are many people who are happy with the Sigma. I went with the Tamron myself. Been very happy with it. You couild find a good used one for around that price.</p>

<p>Buy a battery grip. You don't actually have to put the extra battery in, but it will give you the heft you are looking for. Worked for me. I use both batteries, but adding the grip also allows for easier portrait mode as well. 3rd party grip can be had for $45.</p>

<p>You could get the Nikon 24-70mm 2.8 or if you don't want to spend that much, the Tokina 24-70 2.8, which gets very good reviews. It's just not silent like the Nikon. There's nothing wrong with your camera. The 70-200mm is a very good lens. What kind of lighting are you using? What's your post-processing workflow? those things you should probably examine next.</p>

<p>I use and have used both. Both work very well.</p>

<p>I also recommend KEH.com. You can get a D3300 or a D5200 for around $350. Almost new or go for EX+, which I've never been disappointed with EX+ or EX.</p>

<p>As a lower cost alternate, you can look at Fovitec.com. I use some of their stuff and while it's not top of the line, it does the job.</p>

<p>I've had my D7100 for about 4 years. It's a great camera. I use it mostly with my Tamron 17-50mm, which makes it a pretty portable walk around lens.<br> D7100 $668: <a href="https://www.keh.com/shop/nikon-d7100-24-1-megapixel-digital-slr-camera-body-only-black.html">https://www.keh.com/shop/nikon-d7100-24-1-megapixel-digital-slr-camera-body-only-black.html</a><br> They're out of stock on the lens right now, but you can find one around for about $250-300.<br> This would be a good start to build from.</p> <p> </p>

<p>With Hector. I'd take my 17-50mm Tamron.</p>

<p>Personally, I found it difficult to manually focus with a D5100 because of the size of the viewfinder. You can buy a 50mm 1.8D for about $99, but you'd have to focus manually. Great little lens though.</p>

<p>A lot of great advice. Thanks. I'm still tossing up a D8x0, D500 or just keep the D7100 and get another D700 and use both of those during an event. At least I'd know the colors would match sooc. </p>

<p>I have the Tamron 10-24mm. It's not a bad lens, I use it strictly for outdoor real estate, but it doesn't really start to shine until f/5. f/8-f/11 is the sharpest imo.</p>

<p>Thanks for all of the advice.</p>

<blockquote> <p>@Scott Murphy<br> I have yet to find 12.3 MP to be a hindrance</p> </blockquote> <p>Neither have I and I do really large pieces. Sometimes 6-7 feet tall. I do have a RIP though.</p>