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<p>Thanks for your responses. I'm thinking the OVF would be lovely to experiment with but not something I'd worry too much about.<br>

Anyway, it's nice to get a new camera but all the hoo-ha you have to try and get your head around to hopefully finally reach the right decision is not something I enjoy. And just when I thought I had decided on the fuji x-e1 (because of price, size and in-built flash, better EVF), the NEX 6 comes into frame. Truly... it's like being in some photography themed nightmare.</p>

<p>Hi. I have only just started looking at the mirrorless forum. While hanging about waiting for new Nikon dslr offerings, Ive been keeping my eye on the mirrorless front. The IQ, low-light capabilities and weight factor, have me interested in the Fujis and I'm currently trying to decide between the Fuji X-Pro 1 and the X-e1. I'm quite excited about getting either. I understand that the main difference between the 2 in question, apart from smaller size of the and built-in flash of the x-e1 and better LCD screen on the x-pro1, is the hybrid viewfinder vs EVF only. I am trying to understand how the two viewfinders work in practice and what the benefits of both are. I've read people say they love the OVF of the x-pro 1 and others saying they now use the EVF more and more, and the x-e1 has the better EVF. I'm sure a lot probably depends on individual preference. If anyone has any views, experience and explanations on the benefits of each in real world situation, I'd love to hear them. Sadly, I'm not in the position to buy both and give them a work out to find out.</p>

<p>JDM, I always shoot RAW and then decide. 95% of the time, I decide B&W. So, this current colour affliction is undesirable.</p>

<p>I always think of what suits the image most too, Simon. It's just that even with a natural urge to make most images black and white, I seem to have developed a slight preference for colour version over the last month or so. I remember it happened last year too. It's unsettling and I'm hoping this problem subsides again in the coming weeks.</p>

<p>Unfortunately, it's summer where I am (I'd rather just have spring, autumn and winter, thanks). I've realised again this year, even though I have a strong preference for black and white images, I am much more inclined toward creating colour images in the hotter months. I am not sure if that is a response to the Australian light or if it is a matter of mindset. Has anyone else noticed a distinct photographic preference for different seasons?</p>

<p>What have you always believed, Tim?</p>

<p>Brilliant responses so far. Looks like the question was of interest to lots of you. I must admit, I have never used auto-iso. </p>

<p>That's interesting. I have tried using A or S but I usually end up going back to M through frustration. Maybe I should persist. Photographing things moving in and out of shade and/or rapidly changing light conditions is always 'fun'.</p>

<p>I was interested in people often discussing their camera under or over-exposing and I wondered if most people shoot with an Aperture or Shutter Priority rather than Manual. So, what do you all do? What's your preference and why?</p>

<p>i was very excited to get my very first fondle of the d7000 yesterday. I only just bought the d300s after having a minor brain frizzle, trying to make up my mind between the two. I previously had the d200. i by no means have big hands, and my initial thoughts were that the d7000 didn't quite fit as snugly in my hand. the second thing I noticed was with a much lighter body, the balance of weight is much more to the lens, and that was with quite a small lens. The thing is, sometimes you get used to what you use but it's only when you use it for extended periods you get to work out what really is better or worse for you, personally. I want both.</p>

<p>Jen, I also had a d200 and was trying to decide between the d300s and d7000. I had really reached the point where I felt like I needed to upgrade and didn't want to wait months. I eventually decided on the d300s a few weeks ago. I did that based on my criteria of best AF and ergonomics and a good price on the d300s. At the time there were no d7000's to buy or even look at and no substantial reviews. I am not sure if I made the right decision and I might have gone the other way now with the information that is available now. I am pretty sure I would have got used to how it felt being a smaller camera and it's size might even be a benefit. It might sound dumb but the scene mode dial on d7000 and SD cards puts me right off. I would love to be able to have them both like Shun so I could give them both a prolonged workout. That would be the only way I would really know which was better for me. In the end it was a headache I wanted resolved. Next stop d400...maybe.</p>

<p>Yeh right, Zach. At the moment, it's soooo new, I don't even wanna breathe on it, wanna bring out the gloves just to pick it up. Of course, in a couple a days and I'll be throwing round, the dogs will be slobbing on it (weather seal comes in handy), I'll be crawling through the dirt with it. But right now it's sooo new and shiny.</p>

<p>Well, my new d300s has just arrived and I'm am happy with my decision. It's raining at the mo. While I'm stuck inside I might even be tempted to do something real dumb, like, read (casual glance at) the manual.</p>

<p>my d300s has been dispatched and I will have it tomorrow. so i don't wanna know. truth is i don't wanna d7000...want d400.</p>

<p>I paid less for the d300s than I could have got the d7000 for... that's if i could get a d7000 in the first place. luckily, i don't peep at pixels, so I should be over my anxiety fairly soon. <br>

Eric, I'm not sure I want to know what Shun has to say about d7000... I might have to avoid the Nikon forum for a while. I'll go 'way and worry about which ebook reader I should have bought instead. I mean, I love my Sony Touch reader but.... hmmm....the Kindle's got.... blah blah blah....</p>

<p>Please, keep the consoling comments coming. I am trying not to feel too bad. After all, I made the final decision based on build quality, ergonomics and AF and that hasn't changed. I needed to replace my D200 and can't wait for the D400. I am thinking the D300s will be a gap filler between now and the D400 (at reasonable price). D7000 does sound pretty good though. It's still not in the shops here. </p>

<p>ahhh... so Shun, you will shortly be able to tell all of us just how much a mistake it is to buy a d300s. If you're quick, I might be able to cancel my d300s order!</p>

<p>I just ordered my d300s. I am not sure how annoyed I am. I've been unsuccessfully trying to find out about DR particularly and, yep, as soon as I order, out come all the stats. Anyway, the D400 I will be getting in a year or so, should be pretty good then.</p>

<p>Hi Dallas. What I was meaning is that I could be taking a lot of shot with my D300s (that I don't currently have but could get immediately) while I wait for the D7000 to even become available, so I can see if I like the feel of it, let alone buy it. I am trying very hard to retire my old D200. Just waiting to work out what I will replace it with. I have been procrastinating about it since I heard the D7000 was coming out a few months ago and knew it was going to be a close call between the D7000 and the D300s.</p>

<p>Shun, do you comments indicate that you still haven't got your D7000 yet?<br>

First shipments to Australia have been delayed, so I still haven't seen one in the real yet. It makes me think I could be taking lots of shots with my D300s while I wait around for the D7000 to appear at the end of the month. </p>

<p>Matt, I do pet photography. Which of course means lots of squirming, running, jumping and unpredictability (that's the pets, not me). I am interested in the better DR of the D7000 that I heard about which would have to be great bonus for the inevitable black/white dog situations.<br /> John, sounds like you give it thumbs up. Lighter could be better for maneuverability. cheers.</p>

<p>Thanks Mary, how the camera feels and handles is pretty important.<br /> Shun, I agree the technology is getting old but if the D300s is the better choice between the two, then it still might be the one to get. We aren't sure when the new D400 is coming out. It might be a while off yet and a while after that before the price is right. If I stick with my D200, it might be a year away from getting a new D400. At the moment, I can get grey market D300s for same as D7000. Wouldn't the difference between the D200 and the D300s/D7000 make it worth taking the plunge now?<br /> Allan, I'm doin my best to find out.</p>

<p>I really want to press the button on my order for a new DSLR asap. My fingers hovering over the <em>Enter </em>key but I still find myself going back and forth between the D300s, for build, ergonomics and AF (for dog shots) and the D7000, for possible(?) better dynamic range and high ISO. There must be some PN's that have used both by now. I've read everything from <em>it blows the D300s and almost the D700 away</em> to <em>it's in no way a replacement for the D300s</em>. If I ask nicely and say please, please, please, would someone....anyone please put me out of my misery and give me a idea of the real comparison between the two cameras. The D7000 haven't arrived here yet, so I haven't had a chance to hold one. I am wondering if I would likely be disappointed in build quality coming from D200? Thanks everyone.</p>

 

<p>I am looking for medium zoom. I thought the range of Tokina 16.5-135mm lens sounded good but I haven't been able to find much info on real world performance. There are a couple of not very useful comments, some giving a less than glowing endorsement. Have any of you used this lens that can comment?</p>

<p>Just wondering what is the likely time frame before we start getting the useful reviews & maybe comparisons with d300s? Wading through all those threads on other sites in the hope of finding sensible comment is proving a challenge at the mo.</p>