Thoughts on Nikon D750??

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so I wanna step up to my first full frame sensor...currently using nikon D5200.
Thoughts on Nikon D750 or comparable cameras?? Many thanks
 
My only criticism is that the AF points are all clustered fairly close to the centre of the frame. Otherwise, very, very pleased with this camera. What else is there not to like about it ?
 
i'm basically at the point of wanting to pursue photography professionally / semi-professional...so feel I would benefit from a full frame camera with improved image quality and better low light performance plus features like auto fp etc, which my current camera doesn't support...don't get me wrong I don't want to rush into buying expensive kit without justification, I just dont want to invest lots of money on dx lens and other kit to find myself limited by the cameras performance and having to upgrade. hope that makes sence? o_O
 
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OOI, I bought a D5200 for my boy to play with so have both the D5200 and D750 to compare.

The D750 is undoubtedly a better camera in every respect; see reviews for the technical data.

That said, the question is would the advantages benefit you ? Only you can tell ?

Also to consider, if you fancy going pro/semi-pro, no matter how good you are I doubt that anyone would be too impressed with someone rocking up with solely a D5200 for a paid shoot ?

Please do not flame, this is not my opinion but just others' perceptions. Getting a pro camera gives you pro kudos.

As well as the D750 which is undoubtedly a fantastic camera you could also consider a used D8xx. D800s, D800es are looking great value used right now.

Just my £0.02.
 
I think I would feel slightly embarrassed rocking up to a paid shoot with my nikon d5200...that said the shoots I have done with it have been for free anyway! Lol And I have got good results...but I still think I need to take the leap. Think its wise buying second hand, body only? I seen on eBay a shop selling brand new with 3 year UK warranty for £1100 ish...they are pretty much that second hand!?
 
the D750 isn't much bigger than the top of the consumer range cameras, so a client probably couldn't tell whether you had a "pro" camera or not.
 
Your profile shows you only have only kit lens and 55-300? You'll need decent fx glass for it to be worth the upgrade which can be expensive. With your current lenses you'll be forced to shoot in crop mode which will negate most of the benfeits of full frame. I would invest in some fx lenses before worrying about upgrading to a full frame body.

In reality no one will care what your using to shoot with as long as your photos are good, anyone who's knowledgeable enough to know a d5200 isn't the top dslr you can buy will also know it's a very capable camera. They'll most likely look at your biggest lens and decide from that how good your camera is. If you produce the standard of images they want they'll have booked you before they find out what camera you use anyway. I'd be more concerned about shooting with only one body regardless of model. If you're shooting anything important you need a backup, it's unlikely anything will go wrong but if it does you still need to be able to perform.

If you're set on trying full frame make sure you're budget can accommodate keeping your existing body as backup and adding the lenses you need for a full frame sensor. Prioritise what you need and then budget accordingly if you want to try fx and you can only afford around £1000 if you shop smart for used gear you could get a d700 or possibly D600 with a 3rd party non vr 70-200 and either a 50 1.8 or a 28-75 2.8 for that money. You'd then have a good base to start upgrading as you can invest more money in to it.
 
no I wouldn't be using dx lens on a d750 that would be silly. d750 body only plus the
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-120mm f/4G ED VR Lens (bought separately) for a start, then progress from there. Thanks for the input (y)

 
If you want a D750 and 24-120, then it'll be alot cheaper to buy them as a combined kit.

Anyway, the D750 is excellent - best camera I have ever owned, and I was seriously in love with my D300s for a long time.
 
could only find the kit lens 24-85 mm o_O

*ahh found it!
 
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Lord Lorenzo said:
never heard of Panamoz before just now...does this site have a good rep??
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Very good.

Grey imports, so no warranty with the manufacturer. But they give a 3 year warranty with it, not heard any bad things about them at all.
 
D750 and 24-120 f4 VR is a good start point. Consider the sensor is 24 mega byte pixel, sticking a DX lens in DX mode still useable in general.

Using D750 as main and D5200 as backup is a good starting point. Should start invest on FX quality lens.

I've play around with the D750 briefly and no doubt is great camera but the body is too small for my taste and, the camera is light which is a good thing but it doesn't seem to balance well in my hands when using heavy lens like my 28-70 and 70-200.

I prefer my grip D700 and my D3 due to pro body style.
 
gary43 said:
My only criticism is that the AF points are all clustered fairly close to the centre of the frame. Otherwise, very, very pleased with this camera. What else is there not to like about it ?
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You obviously never used a DF? Lol
 
Hi UaeExile

Not sure why but the Df does not really appeal. A good mate has one and I have played with it but it seems like an ok camera wrapped in a gorgeous body but at a too high price. As ever, I may be wrong ?

Sorry for going off-topic.
 
DF uses the D4 sensor right? Price is ok if you want retro style in digital format. I like the DF camera.
 
gary43 said:
Hi UaeExile

Not sure why but the Df does not really appeal. A good mate has one and I have played with it but it seems like an ok camera wrapped in a gorgeous body but at a too high price. As ever, I may be wrong ?

Sorry for going off-topic.
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I was only really referring to the placement of the focal points. If you think the D750's are quite central, take a look at a Df's :D

Incidentally, I owned one for a while and found it an absolute joy to use. The only issue with a very retro looking Df comes when you slap a very modern looking 70-200 on it. Looks bloody ridiculous. In fact, all lenses, other than the special edition nifty fifty, look naff.
 
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