claudio farkasch Posted January 10, 2006 Share Posted January 10, 2006 Well some migth think it's a bit early for this question but I'm in desperate need of the opinion by this forum. so my question is which camera body would you choose and why the money is not the concern for me(not that i have it but what I want I get - just try harder and harder) I do al kind of stuff livemusic, fashion, arts, normal touristshooting, sports and so on. simply anything you can do with the camera I do it I'm also very familiar with the specs of both cameras but had not the time the get them in my hands. and because in austria the shops/nikon is a late with the first models(end of january) I thougth the forum could give me some hints I might not recognize from the specs and holding the camera because for a real head to head test there will be no bodys available in the near future(especially D200) I hope you can help me with this thanx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tom_luongo1 Posted January 10, 2006 Share Posted January 10, 2006 If money were not a concern, I'd buy the D2X because I like big heavy bodies. Show up at wedding with it and you look like a professional. I'd also buy a few 8GB cards to go with it. For optimal value, I'd go with the D200 because the specs are too close to justify the extra money for the D2X. The D2X price in the US has dropped 10% (from $5K to $4.5K) and has an additional $500 rebate good towards other Nikon stuff to go with it. But the D200 is still too good. It'll be a refreshing change from the usual Canon vs. Nikon flamewars to have a D2X vs. D200 flamewar! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michaelging Posted January 10, 2006 Share Posted January 10, 2006 Claudio, I have a lot of MF, AI,glass that is supposed to work on the D200. That is my best reason to get it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShunCheung Posted January 10, 2006 Share Posted January 10, 2006 Since you are already familiar with the specs, the remaining step is to try them both in person. There really is no substitution for that. Most good camera stores should have demo units available. To me, one concern is the D200's AF performance. It uses a new AF module that has only one cross-type AF point. If you shoot a lot of sports, that may be an issue. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tom_luongo1 Posted January 10, 2006 Share Posted January 10, 2006 Eleven autofocus points and only one cross sensor. Uggh! I didn't know that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greg s Posted January 10, 2006 Share Posted January 10, 2006 There have been an increasing number of users reporting banding problems with the D200. I would wait for resolution of that before purchase. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michaelging Posted January 10, 2006 Share Posted January 10, 2006 I have learned from the Nikon F2 onward ,not to buy a camera when they first come out. There is almost always a few bugs that need to be worked out, and they eventually do get them worked out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
erik_escada1 Posted January 11, 2006 Share Posted January 11, 2006 Just get a D200 hands down it has as many features as the D2x unless your doing editorial work and the 2 million additional MP are a requirement. Remember the D2x has a huge LCD that magnifies up to 400% nice because no other camera has, and a built in flash unlike the D2x. If you feel that the D2x makes you look more of a pro because its bigger, Nikon is introducing a Battery Grip for the D200 which should make it look very serious. Or wait a couple of years for the new (D3**) you get the picture. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamison_moon Posted January 11, 2006 Share Posted January 11, 2006 When I get my D200, I will give you the differences in the camera. Not just one of those "Professional" advices which may sound way too much over done, but real hands on reviews. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jwenting Posted January 11, 2006 Share Posted January 11, 2006 Personally I'd rather buy the D2x or D2hs, mainly because of the larger brighter viewfinder and probably the faster AF and shooting speeds. Is that worth the extra several thousand? That's up to you to decide, I'm not saying it is (but you did say that money doesn't matter, I based my observation on that). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
todd1664878707 Posted January 11, 2006 Share Posted January 11, 2006 Greg mentioned some banding problems with the D200. Can someone elaborate on this? What is it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob_prokopy Posted January 11, 2006 Share Posted January 11, 2006 I think this may explain/show the "banding" issue with the D200 http://www.kenrockwell.com/nikon/d200-banding.htm Note that this is a link to Ken Rockwell's site, so read it with a grain of salt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greg s Posted January 11, 2006 Share Posted January 11, 2006 Regarding D200 banding, here are a couple sample dpreview forum threads. It looks to be a relatively subtle issue, besides that the camera has been well received. Still, I think it is best if people have a perspective on what the latest chatter is about, and decide for themselves. Best, -Greg- http://forums.dpreview.com/forums/read.asp?forum=1021&message=16654849 http://forums.dpreview.com/forums/read.asp?forum=1021&message=16653919 http://forums.dpreview.com/forums/read.asp?forum=1021&message=16615947 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
claudio farkasch Posted January 11, 2006 Author Share Posted January 11, 2006 thanx for all your answers first of all. I do really appreciate this. but with this bending stuff - I don't get it for me it seems there is something that happens and it's hard to say why, as far as I know by the threads. hmmmmm?but what concerns me most is in which iso modes does occur this problem only in 400 as ken rockwell says.this let's me think if the higherisos even get worse with this problem.also what no one of you mention until now is that the d200 has a new CCD and the D2x has a CMOS. and I think the CMOS might be the better chip?and sure I said money is not the deal but with the extra money I could buy a dedicated flash and a wideanglezoom on ebay or some thing else.and you are right that testing both bodies is better then reading al post a bout D200/D2x bugs and comparrissons.I think I'll try the D200 and with the bending I don't know. ii's an issue nikon should take care. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
juan monino Posted January 11, 2006 Share Posted January 11, 2006 One important issue is how each camera handle noise at high ISO Anyone have an idea? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marcus_andrewes Posted January 12, 2006 Share Posted January 12, 2006 I can suggest that you have a look at Ken Rockwell's independant review of both cameras - here is a link to get you started. http://www.kenrockwell.com/nikon/d200.htm Ken gives a pretty straight view of life and seems to get at the things we all want to know (eg the ISO issue). His reviewing style is refreshing - and, as he constantly repeats, none of the manufacturers give him the stuff he reviews - he has to buy it all himself! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cjfraser Posted January 15, 2006 Share Posted January 15, 2006 Now that Bjorn Rorslett's review is on line, we have some more detailed information comparing the D200 and the D2X. For instance, a difference between them that one might not have guessed just from spec sheets is that the D2X's batteries provide signicantly greater shooting capacity. See http://www.naturfotograf.com/D200_rev01b.html#top_page. Just another factor to consider. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
claudio farkasch Posted January 19, 2006 Author Share Posted January 19, 2006 yepthis review ken rockwell wrote was very informative and surely answered all my questions about this topic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robbie_caswell Posted January 23, 2006 Share Posted January 23, 2006 Cam2000 rules the world! I loved it on my F6. I have serious doubts about the D200 handling basketball or other sports, not to mention the banding issue? Wonder if that is why there are no D200's available? All recalled? D2H has the Cam2000 if funds are an issue. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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