Renee Shipley Posted October 9, 2016 Share Posted October 9, 2016 <p>I've been looking to replace my d7000 for a while now. I've been trying to hold out as it's still functioning, though little things such as card slot malfuctions are starting to happen. I'm looking for a model with upgraded capabilities such as wifi, and if I'm making a purchase it's going to be FX for my landscape and portraiture. I'm prepared to purchase a lens also.</p><p>I realize it's still the current model, but at this time would you still consider purchasing d750? It's been what - two years since its introduction? </p><p>And - what lens would you consider as a first FX lens for what I do? No sports or anything. Just landscape, portraits and general photography.</p><p> </p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bebu_lamar Posted October 9, 2016 Share Posted October 9, 2016 <p>Nikon will have to replace the D750 with new model some time in the future but I think they would do that to the D610 and D810 before the D750.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShunCheung Posted October 9, 2016 Share Posted October 9, 2016 Landscape and portrait photography are not demanding to get the latest cameras. You don't need really fast AF, you don't need high ISO, etc. The D750 can last you a while. I'd get the 18-35mm AF-S for landscape and the 85mm/f1.8 AF-S for portrait. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hector Javkin Posted October 9, 2016 Share Posted October 9, 2016 <p>The D750 is an excellent camera, up to date in almost everything. Since you don't include video among the things you expect to do, I see no sense in waiting for a later model, which may, or may not, have better video capabilities.</p> <p>You might want to look at the Nikon 24-120mm f/4, which is sold at a reduced price if bundled with the D750. It depends on what FX lenses you might already have.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandy Vongries Posted October 9, 2016 Share Posted October 9, 2016 <p>I find the D 750 to be a very capable and useful camera, and the 24-120 F4 to be excellent. With current kit prices through reputable dealers, careful shopping will get you an excellent deal. I will only replace the D 750 near term if Nikon introduces a DF 2, or in the unlikely event that it fails to function.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bebu_lamar Posted October 9, 2016 Share Posted October 9, 2016 <p>Sandy none of us has any inside information from Nikon (unless Shun does but he pretends that he doesn't) so we don't know what is going to happen. But for guessing I can guess that you will not buy what is rumored to be the Df2. Of course we have to wait for quite sometime to find that out.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JDMvW Posted October 9, 2016 Share Posted October 9, 2016 <p>General Principles</p> <ol> <li>No camera (or lens, for that matter) gets worse when a newer model of it is introduced.</li> <li>“Trailing edge” is a lot cheaper than “cutting edge” technology</li> <li>If the features of the existing or prior model meet YOUR needs, then buying one is a smart move.</li> <li>Waiting for the next version to come out is an endless loop.</li> </ol> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilkka_nissila Posted October 9, 2016 Share Posted October 9, 2016 There are great prices on D750 bodies to be found if you shop around. It is an excellent camera for landscape. A new model, when introduced, will likely be priced at a higher level than the current D750. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandy Vongries Posted October 9, 2016 Share Posted October 9, 2016 <p>BeBu -- DF 2 rumored July 2017. Goes without saying I won't buy if they (IMO) have ruined it!</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tholte Posted October 9, 2016 Share Posted October 9, 2016 <p>The D750 with the 24-120 f4 combo- $2,500 new, 16-35 f4 for landscapes and the 85 1.8 for portraits. The 24-120 f4 is a great all around lens (lens snobs may not agree with that) and takes good portraits too. The 85 1.8 is about $450 new and is a nice portrait lens. The 16-35 f4 is about $1,200 and is really good for landscapes. You can get any of the above used in excellent condition for about 20% less at reputable dealers like KEH, Adorama and some other photo sites like Fred Miranda. Good luck in what ever you decide. </p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renee Shipley Posted October 9, 2016 Author Share Posted October 9, 2016 <p>Thank you all! One d750 bundle and one 18-35 are on the way! 85 will be the next purchase. Very excited!</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShunCheung Posted October 9, 2016 Share Posted October 9, 2016 <p>Wow, that is quick.</p> <p>Incidentally, I was referring to this 18-35mm AF-S:</p> <ul> <li>http://www.nikonusa.com/en/nikon-products/product/camera-lenses/af-s-nikkor-18-35mm-f%252f3.5-4.5g-ed.html</li> <li><a href="/photodb/user?user_id=628662">Tim Holte </a>suggested this 16-35mm/f4 AF-S VR: http://www.nikonusa.com/en/nikon-products/product/camera-lenses/af-s-nikkor-16-35mm-f%252f4g-ed-vr.html</li> </ul> <p>I am sure the 16-35mm/f4 is also an excellent choice, but as far as I know the last mm or 2 on its wide end is a bit weak. It bigger and pricier, but you gain VR. For landscape photography, I think the less-expensive 18-35mm AF-S is better value for the money.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renee Shipley Posted October 9, 2016 Author Share Posted October 9, 2016 <p>I looked at both lenses. KEH offered an 18-35 for $349 - same lens as in the link above. That is the one I went with as the 16 was $1k.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShunCheung Posted October 9, 2016 Share Posted October 9, 2016 <p>Renee, in each post on this thread, I have made it very clear that I am talking about the 18-35mm AF-S lens (again AF-S). That has a variable aperture from f3.5 to 4.5 and is a G, i.e. no aperture ring. However, that lens is $750 new.</p> <p>For $349 used from KEH, I suspect that you are getting the older, 18-35mm/f3.5-4.5 AF-D lens that uses the old screwdriver AF; it also has an aperture ring. That lens was fairly popular shortly after year 2000 during the film era. However, I have never used one myself:</p> <ul> <li>Nikon USA site for the 18-35mm/f3.5-4.5 AF-D lens (with aperture ring): http://www.nikonusa.com/en/nikon-products/product-archive/camera-lenses/af-zoom-nikkor-18-35mm-f%252f3.5-4.5d-if-ed.html</li> <li>Roland Vink's site: http://www.photosynthesis.co.nz/nikon/serialno.html#14_24-xx</li> </ul><div></div> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BernardMiller Posted October 10, 2016 Share Posted October 10, 2016 <blockquote> <p>The 24-120 f4 is a great all around lens (lens snobs may not agree with that) and takes good portraits too.</p> </blockquote> <p>I'd think it does! About three years ago, I went to a lecture by Steve McCurry in London. At the end of it, during the Q&A portion, someone inevitably asked about which gear he used, surely expecting a cabinet full of exotic and super fast lenses. There were audible gasps from some in the audience as he said that, generally, he just carried around the 24-120/F4. He looked a bit puzzled at the reaction and said, basically, "Errr, well, it's fast enough, it's really sharp, and it has all my favourite focal lengths and means I only have to lug around one lens, so why not?"</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renee Shipley Posted October 10, 2016 Author Share Posted October 10, 2016 Shun, thanks for clarifying. It can be hard to know the difference in lenses when so many versions are out there. I will take another look at the one I ordered. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CvhKaar Posted October 10, 2016 Share Posted October 10, 2016 <blockquote> <p> I'm looking for a model with upgraded capabilities such as wifi,</p> </blockquote> <p>You will not find full WiFi support in any Nikon DSLR , just a possibility to send pictures to a tablet - like device. Most DSLR's from Nikon will need additional hardware for even that little functionality to.<br> Full WiFi support is only available if you buy an additional WT-xxx (depending on the model) and those units are expensive ...</p> <p>D5, D500 and near future camera's support "SnapBridge"which does communicate onle with a select number of phones / tablets and does not support a connection to a windows device or local network at all , for the latter there is still an expensive device (WT-7a) required.</p> <p>So if you really need WiFi without the use of an off-brand device (Camfi or alike) then Nikon is not the brand that supports this.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew Garrard Posted October 10, 2016 Share Posted October 10, 2016 <p>I'd clarify what you mean by "wifi". If you just want to transfer content off the camera, there's always an Eye-Fi card, which I believe will work in any recent Nikon (with an SD slot). They're not especially fast cards even for on-card storage, and I suspect the wifi isn't all that fast either (not that I've tried), but since it only needs to be faster than you going back to your computer and putting things in a card reader, it may yet suffice. If you want full camera control, that's different.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilkka_nissila Posted October 10, 2016 Share Posted October 10, 2016 C.P.M., the D5 doesn't support SnapBridge. WT-5 or 6 is needed for wifi. Third party solutions do exist, e.g. Camranger. The D5 foes have USB 3.0 and Ethernet for wired connections with high speed transfer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tholte Posted October 10, 2016 Share Posted October 10, 2016 <p>Bernard, thanks for your post, I feel much better now! "Errr, well, it's fast enough, it's really sharp, and it has all my favourite focal lengths and means I only have to lug around one lens, so why not?" I will probably use this quote when I run into some of my lens snob friends.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andylynn Posted October 11, 2016 Share Posted October 11, 2016 I used the older 18-35 on a D800 when I found it cheap attached to an old Fuji camera that nobody wanted on eBay. It was okay. Not sharp enough to really make use of a lot of megapixels, but gets the job done. I later sold it and bought a Tokina 17-35, which was better. But if you want an inexpensive wide zoom and don't plan to make large prints, the older 18-35 is good value. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rick_jack1 Posted October 11, 2016 Share Posted October 11, 2016 <p>Hi,<br> My two cents. I'm very happy with my D750. I was amazed how much better it is compared to my D700 in terms of noise. The images are much cleaner and sharper. I use mine mainly with primes, IMO the 24-120 is a compromise lens and poor performer. But it depends upon what your shooting. It would be fine for portraits but I would not be satisfied with it's edge and corner performance for landscapes. A 24-70 f2.8 would be a much better match for that body. With regards to rumors, there will always be something coming, whether its worth waiting for is up to you. </p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShunCheung Posted October 11, 2016 Share Posted October 11, 2016 <p>I have quite a few lenses, from a 43-86mm/f3.5 AI I bought back in 1977 to some of the latest AF-S E lenses. Every one is a compromise one way or another, from optical quality, weight, size, cost, the convenience of zoom ....</p> <p>I have had the 24-120mm/f4 AF-S VR since it was introduced in 2010 and use it quite often. I picked it over the 24-70mm/f2.8 because of its extended zoom range on the long end, and I also have the older 28-70mm/f2.8 AF-S. Clearly an 5x (or more) zoom involves some optical compromises.</p> <p>A few years ago, I accompanied my wife to her high school reunion. After dinner, they wanted a group picture of like 60 people in a fairly small room. I had no choice but to shoot it at 24mm with the 24-120mm/f4 on my D800E. You can see that those people near the right and left edges have a somewhat degraded image, but I managed to produce very decent 8.5x11" prints. Typically, I wouldn't use anything wider than 35mm on FX for group images.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renee Shipley Posted October 11, 2016 Author Share Posted October 11, 2016 <p>I looked at the 24-70 2.8; the Nikon is more than I want to spend on a lens. I wasn't sure about the Tamron version which is less money. I have the correct 18-35 on the way now. Thanks everyone who owns the camera and responded...Thursday won't be here quickly enough! </p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew Garrard Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 <p>Renee: Enjoy your camera (which I hope is now in your hands!)<br /> <br /> For future reference, I have the Tamron 24-70 VC, and even as someone who doesn't generally like mid-range zooms, I recommend it. It's not much bigger than the 24-120 f/4, and testing suggests it holds on to its corners better, though the 24-120 might have it beat in the middle of the frame at some focal lengths. I've not personally tried to give it a thorough comparison (I mostly used the 24-120 as a home for my IR filter on my most recent trip). As far as I can tell from online reviews the Tamron keeps the Nikkor 24-70 VR very honest; I've not used that lens, but I <i>have</i> used the previous (non-VR) version, which performed perfectly well but I always felt was a lot of money for what it does. But certainly see how you get on with the 18-35 before you start playing with mid-range zooms: I tend to use mine mostly at the 24 or 70mm ends, and I already have a 14-24 and a 70-200.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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