Upgrade from D3200 to ??

Nikonewbie

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I currently have a D3200 and ready for an upgrade, I am happy with it but want to have some of the latest upgrades like wifi etc. I am currently using the Eyefi Pro 16G card. I'm not anywhere an advance user and would like advise on if I should stay put or what other D3200 users have advanced too. Money isn't an issue but would like this to be my last one if it lasts that long. The D3200 has served me well and I think my upkeep is what has helped it last as long as it has and it is still in almost new looking condition, also can I still use the lenses I have now on a newer model Nikon? That would be a plus if I can.
 

Nikonewbie

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Hi Bb, I do buy and sell gold and silver coins so closeup detail is desired. I also buy and sell firearms and closeup details are important as well. I like photographing wildlife outdoor action events. What is the difference from DX to FX? Would FX be beneficial for closeups details?
 

Fred Kingston

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The Wifi is a limiting factor in your request. There are some that think Nikon's implementation of Wifi is subpar... What exactly do you want Wifi for?
 

Bikerbrent

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Hi Bb, I do buy and sell gold and silver coins so closeup detail is desired. I also buy and sell firearms and closeup details are important as well. I like photographing wildlife outdoor action events. What is the difference from DX to FX? Would FX be beneficial for closeups details?

I do see that you have all DX lenses. If you upgrade to FX, you will also have to replace all of your lenses. This would also have a side benefit in that a good macro lens would improve your closeup detail more than just a body upgrade. If you upgrade to FX, then you would want the D850 for maximum detail. If you still want to do a DX upgrade, then either a D500 for the action or a D7200 for maximum detail, along with the macro lens upgrade would be the way to go.
 

Nikonewbie

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I do see that you have all DX lenses. If you upgrade to FX, you will also have to replace all of your lenses. This would also have a side benefit in that a good macro lens would improve your closeup detail more than just a body upgrade. If you upgrade to FX, then you would want the D850 for maximum detail. If you still want to do a DX upgrade, then either a D500 for the action or a D7200 for maximum detail, along with the macro lens upgrade would be the way to go.
So a D7200 body and macro lens is the best upgrade for me? would I notice the difference going FX?
 

Bikerbrent

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So a D7200 body and macro lens is the best upgrade for me? would I notice the difference going FX?

You would notice a small improvement going to FX over staying with DX. Frankly you would get almost as much improvement just getting a good macro lens for detail on your D3200. The D7200 would be a an overall improvement mainly in the usability area. In theory the D7200 would improve your WiFi, but since I don't use WiFi on my camera, I can't say how much of an improvement.
 
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So a D7200 body and macro lens is the best upgrade for me? would I notice the difference going FX?

In a nutshell, the size of your subject will look closer when shot with a DX body vs. FX providing the distance between the subject and camera is the same. Since the DX body has the crop factor, those bodies benefit macro and telephoto capabilities. If you switch to FX, you could use extension tubes for macro which make the images appear larger on the sensor; however, there is light loss when extension tubes are used....much in the same way there is light loss when teleconverters are used. They can also be used with a DX body to pull the subject in even closer than when they aren't used.

If you are transferring images from camera to Macbook, using a card reader is probably faster and more dependable. But that means doing it manually; however, there is less wear-and-tear on the body. Wifi tends to be used most to transfer images to a smartphone or to use your smartphone to control the body wirelessly.

Have you looked at the Nikon WU-1a Wireless Adapter? It looks like it is compatible with your current D3200.

https://www.nikonusa.com/en/nikon-products/product/wireless/wu-1a-wireless-mobile-adapter.html

The D7200 is a great value in price and most likely will be discontinued when supplies run out. It uses 2 card slots and has some better features that were taken out of the D7500. The D7500 has a slightly better sensor, but overall, the D7200 is more of a workhorse body than the D7500.

If you are looking at FX, the D750 is a stellar body, but since macro and wildlife appear to be your biggest interests, staying with DX might be the better way to go.
 

Call_me_Tom

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I avoid recommending people upgrade camera bodies as you'll always chase the latest technology. I instead recommend purchasing quality lenses, new or used. The lenses will hold their value better and longer and will take you further than a new camera body.

Having said all that, if you want a camera that'll last, without going full pro, your only two options are the D500 and D850. These cameras have the pro build in a consumer body.

I'm also a gun owner and photograph my weapons. Have you purchased or own a tripod and flash?
 

hark

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Having said all that, if you want a camera that'll last, without going full pro, your only two options are the D500 and D850. These cameras have the pro build in a consumer body.

Both the D500 and D850 are pro bodies according to Nikon (the model names are hyperlinked to Nikon's web site). The D5 is called an FX Flagship body and the D850 an FX Professional. The D500 is called a DX Flagship body so it's in the same category as the D5. The D500 and D850 are excellent choices without the price tag of the D5.
 

Call_me_Tom

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Both the D500 and D850 are pro bodies according to Nikon (the model names are hyperlinked to Nikon's web site). The D5 is called an FX Flagship body and the D850 an FX Professional. The D500 is called a DX Flagship body so it's in the same category as the D5. The D500 and D850 are excellent choices without the price tag of the D5.
blah blah blah blah blah blah...internet semantics...great crap post that adds nothing to this discussion.

Again, the D500 and D850 have pro build in a consumer body and are the ones OP should be looking at since he mentioned built to last.
 

Horoscope Fish

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blah blah blah blah blah blah...internet semantics...great crap post that adds nothing to this discussion.

Again, the D500 and D850 have pro build in a consumer body and are the ones OP should be looking at since he mentioned built to last.

Well, a post that's both rude and uncalled for. Welcome to my Ignore List.
 

hark

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blah blah blah blah blah blah...internet semantics...great crap post that adds nothing to this discussion.

Again, the D500 and D850 have pro build in a consumer body and are the ones OP should be looking at since he mentioned built to last.

As I mentioned in my post, the model names are hyperlinked to Nikon's web site. THEY call the D850 a Professional FX body. If you want to split hairs over semantics, do it with them. I just wanted the OP to have the correct information.

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Nikonewbie

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blah blah blah blah blah blah...internet semantics...great crap post that adds nothing to this discussion.

Again, the D500 and D850 have pro build in a consumer body and are the ones OP should be looking at since he mentioned built to last.

Well, a post that's both rude and uncalled for.
I agree, C_m_T I appreciate the info but that was a bit over the top and I hate to see that done to hark being he's always replied to my threads and has helped me. I don't want this to sound like I'm brown nosing a Mod but like I said he has help me in the past & I hate to see people that are trying to help get treated this way.

C_m_T I do appreciate your help as well.
 

hark

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I agree, C_m_T I appreciate the info but that was a bit over the top and I hate to see that done to hark being he's always replied to my threads and has helped me. I don't want this to sound like I'm brown nosing a Mod but like I said he has help me in the past & I hate to see people that are trying to help get treated this way.

C_m_T I do appreciate your help as well.

Don’t worry about it Nikonewbie. I’m sorry this happened as a response to your question.

To everyone, let’s move forward and get this thread back on track.
 

Marcel

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blah blah blah blah blah blah...internet semantics...great crap post that adds nothing to this discussion.

Again, the D500 and D850 have pro build in a consumer body and are the ones OP should be looking at since he mentioned built to last.
I think you were a bit rude with your response, we try to stay civil and not denigrate our fellow members. Please do consider this as a warning.
 

Dawg Pics

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The D7200 might feel better in your hands if you are used to the D3200. I have never heard anybody complaining about the build quality of a D7200 or it not lasting. It won't have the heft of the D500 or full frame cameras, though.

D7200 with a great macro set-up would take you a long way. I can't speak about full frame or mirrorless because I haven't used them. I always suggest people go to the local camera store and put several models in their hands, because you have to like the way if feels and fits your hands, and look through the viewfinders to make sure you like that as well.

Good luck. I don't think you can go wrong with any of the crop sensor models as far as image quality. The D500 does not have a pop-up flash and has 2 size card slots and is marketed for wildlife shooters. The D7500 has only one card slot and is kind of the D500-lite from what I understand. The D7200 does not have a tilt screen. So, you have to decide what features are important to you.
 
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