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Choosing a FX DSLR for Sports
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<blockquote data-quote="hark" data-source="post: 681703" data-attributes="member: 13196"><p>MisfitGeek, this suggestion is spot on. Just so you understand the differences between a few of Nikon's series, the D4/D5 types bodies are mainly geared towards action/sports. You get fast buffering without the enormous files of the D8xx series. The D4/D5 type bodies are FX so the downside is either cropping or having to be closer to the action than if you were to use a DX body. Or use a teleconverter (which comes with losing a stop or so).</p><p></p><p>The D8xx series have enormous files. This series is great for enlargements or to crop. Owners of this series do require really good technique for hand holding because any slight movement will be captured in these huge files. That isn't a problem when a tripod is used.</p><p></p><p>The D500 is great for sports because it is a crop factor body plus it has really good buffering. This body can be helpful especially for wildlife and sports where the photographer may not always be close to the subject and if quick shots in succession are required.</p><p></p><p>The D750 is an all-around performer with exceptional low light performance. </p><p></p><p>Any of these bodies can be used for sports, wildlife, and general photography, but as editorial_use_only suggested, the D4/D5 bodies would really be the best FX option. The D500 is the best DX option. The D4/D5 and D500 are the true pro bodies that can handle quick action as well as heavy duty use. As I said earlier, any of your suggestions will work for what you want, but since you used to use an F5 for sports, these latter suggestions are more comparable to your F5. Good luck with whatever you choose.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="hark, post: 681703, member: 13196"] MisfitGeek, this suggestion is spot on. Just so you understand the differences between a few of Nikon's series, the D4/D5 types bodies are mainly geared towards action/sports. You get fast buffering without the enormous files of the D8xx series. The D4/D5 type bodies are FX so the downside is either cropping or having to be closer to the action than if you were to use a DX body. Or use a teleconverter (which comes with losing a stop or so). The D8xx series have enormous files. This series is great for enlargements or to crop. Owners of this series do require really good technique for hand holding because any slight movement will be captured in these huge files. That isn't a problem when a tripod is used. The D500 is great for sports because it is a crop factor body plus it has really good buffering. This body can be helpful especially for wildlife and sports where the photographer may not always be close to the subject and if quick shots in succession are required. The D750 is an all-around performer with exceptional low light performance. Any of these bodies can be used for sports, wildlife, and general photography, but as editorial_use_only suggested, the D4/D5 bodies would really be the best FX option. The D500 is the best DX option. The D4/D5 and D500 are the true pro bodies that can handle quick action as well as heavy duty use. As I said earlier, any of your suggestions will work for what you want, but since you used to use an F5 for sports, these latter suggestions are more comparable to your F5. Good luck with whatever you choose. [/QUOTE]
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