Nikon D7000

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I'm new here and my first post so apologies if this has been asked before. I want to buy the Nikon D7000 but have read numerous accounts of the sensor getting oil splashes (oil flick) from the either the mirror assembly or shutter. Has this been addressed by Nikon in the new batches or it still an ongoing problem?
I am drawn to the Nikon because of its reported excellent performance at high ISOs but cannot risk spending all that money if the problem still exists?
My other choice would be the Canon 7D?
Thanks in anticipation.
 
I have have two d7000s and haven't experienced this problem, just bought the second 2 wks ago from MPB,nor have i met any other users when out and about who reported this, although i am aware this has supposedly happened to this model but i don't think it is as widespread as reported.
 
I thought I had the problem but I think it was just dirt/dust on the sensor. It's probably not as common as everyone thinks, and even if there is a problem you just clean the sensor. I wouldn't let it stop me from buying a d7000 or any nikon for that matter, dirt is going to get on the sensor what ever camera or brand you have. Cleaning the sensor is not as hard as many make it out to be as long as you use the right equipment.
 
Mine had no problems, but others have. It only does it for a short period while it's new. Just clean the sensor. I really don't see the problem. A sensor cleaning kit should be part of your kit anyway. Sensors get dirty and occasionally you'll need to clean them.
 
Apparently the D800 has it too.. I just think people should just stop bleating and just clean their damned sensors.
 
I have had a d7000 from day of launch - sensor was a tad dirty so I returned to nikon for a clean - was out of warranty, however they cleaned everything and replaced the mirror assembly - only had to pay a fiver or so to cover return postage to me.

I obviously didn't ask for the mirror assembly to be replaced or even looked at, so it would seem, with early models at least, that it was an area of concern and they are happy to replace it.
 
The problem now with the internet is that it only takes two people to report a problem for it to escalate enough that people think there is a problem with all of them.


Steve.
 
I also got one of the first batch of D7000's (nov 2010) & had the oil-spatter problem, although I didn't know it at the time.

After nearly a year of having it (approx 6000 actuations) I cleaned the sensor a couple of times myself.
Several months later (maybe 10k clicks) I had the same problem, so took it in & payed £35for it cleaning.

It has been mostly fine since, but several weeks ago noticed a few specks again. I hoped it was just dust, so used the Arctic-butterfly.....they smudged! Grrrr.

This is on a body that I keep my 300mm lens on & haven't changed lenses for the last 6 months.
There are far fewer spots than in the 1st year, but @ 20,000 clicks, there are still the odd few appearing. (not enough to warrant proffesionlal cleaning) that I can live with.

I love the camera, but have pre=ordered the D7100. Hopefully there shouldn't be any problems, but if there are I now know what to look out for & will be using the warranty this time. ;)
 
Thanks every one for your replies, and so quick. I am aware that cleaning the sensor is all part of owning an interchangable lens system and accept that I will have to do it at times (as I do now) but dust on the sensor is to be expected, oil on the sensor however is definately not.
Anyway I have contacted a major internet camera seller and below is their response, I still dont know if Nikon have corrected this problem but it does appear to be maybe just the first few batches?........
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Thank you for your email.

We can confirm that we have experienced returns of the Nikon D7000 due to this nature.
However, given the popularity of the product and the high turnover, it is not an alarming number.

According to our in-house experts, some models are believed to be
affected by excess lubricant on the camera mechanism, however the issue
should subside after the initial period of use and once cleaned should
not experience further issues of this nature. They have also advised
that we have seen no repeat recurrence of this issue following a repair.
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Do I take the leap and spend my hard earned £800 or go for another model...... still yet to decide.
 
I certainly haven't heard of the issue within the last 12 months & am sure it was sorted.
Defo a great camera, especially at todays prices. Defo recommended.

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I bought mine used with about 7,000 clicks. 1,000 clicks later there's no sign of any oil splashes.
 
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