D7100 vs. D610

[SacrificeTheory]

So I've had the D7100 since July and it's a great camera, but I'm thinking of making the switch to full frame. With the D610 not being that far off in price if I sold the D7100, I'm wondering if it's worth the price difference.

Plus, I have my first wedding in October to shoot, so I wonder if I should make the jump now. What are your opinions? Is one better than the other and in what cases? Obviously the full frame aspect, but what else.

Thanks.

 

[Marcel]

I would say it's all dependent of the lenses you already own. If you don't presently have a nice FX lens selection, it will cost you mucho $ to upgrade to FX. And then would you have a backup body? I think this would be essential for a wedding shoot.

I think you'd get a little better low light results with the 610, but only if you compare it with the same lens. If the money is a little tight, I'd upgrade your lenses to good FX lenses and when you have all the FX lenses you need, then get an FX camera.

This is only my opinion and others can/will say different.

 

[SacrificeTheory]

I currently own the 14-24 2.8g, 105mm and the 35mm 1.8 Dx lenses. My next lenses I was looking at were the 24-70 2.8 and the 70-200 2.8, so was basically going for the full frame lenses anyways.

 

[gqtuazon]

What are your opinions? Is one better than the other and in what cases? Obviously the full frame aspect, but what else.

Thanks.

Looking at the ultra wide angle aspect of a DX lens, if you use those types of lenses for group shots on a wedding, people on the side will appear wider or fatter, people at the center will appear elongated where as on a FX such as the 24-70mm f2.8 is a much better choice to cover group shots.

Other than that, you can always compensate the 1 stop advantage of a FX by using a faster lens or maybe a flash if allowed. You get a little more DoF too on a DX which works well with group shots.

Value wise, that is all up to you depending on your financial situation and how much are you willing to spend.

 

[Pretzel]

One of the cool things about camera comparisons is Google! (not trying to be a smartass, btw) I was trying to decide between saving up for the D7000 or D7100 as my next body upgrade, and was looking for comparisons in Google and ran across the site I will link below. I put up a link for your specific question, but it will compare any of the Nikon models to each other (as well as other brands) and weigh out basic pros and cons for ya. It's not an end all comparison, as there are some questions that only those who have used both can answer (like above), but it's a nice comparison of the tech specs.

PLUS, I wouldn't always trust the top score as to who it says is the winner, and I'll put this out as an example. I just tested to see if it would compare competing brands, and comparing the Nikon D3100 to the Canon t3i, it declares the Canon the winner, but, under the advantages of the Nikon it lists: Lower noise at higher ISO, Video autofocus (t3i has none), Less startup delay, Better color depth, Better image quality, Longer battery life, More focus points... and Cheaper! *shrug* Still gives ya a great comparison.

If ya DO upgrade, I'd recommend as soon as possible so you can be very comfortable with the new camera well before the wedding, as those are shots you don't want to mess up.

Nikon D610 vs D7100 - Our Analysis

Having said all that, I'm jealous of both cameras! I'd do backflips for a D610, but don't see that happening anywhere in the near or semi-near future. I'd also be pretty durn excited over the D7100, and it's my goal to have one of those by the end of the year (might take me 2).

 

[john*thomas]

I bought a D7100 Wed. I hope it's here soon. :encouragement:

That said, if you have the funds the D610 would be my choice. I don't have anywhere close to a professional eye but I can certainly see the benefits of the D610 over the D7100. That then said, I couldn't justify the extra costs for my use at this time. As noted, once you add in the costs of the lens it's pretty substantial.

 

[ShootRaw]

I started a thread awhile back on this...http://nikonites.com/d600-d610/19155-move-d610-stay-d7100.html

 

[Krs_2007]

If FX is in your blood then you are never going to be satisfied, ask this guy. I had the 7k, sold it and bought the d600 and I dont regret it one minute. If you have the funds and a lens or two for FX then make the jump. But only you can make that decision. I read comparisons, pro vs cons and everything till I finally stepped away for a week or two and then I just went and upgraded.

 

[Deezey]

Just my thoughts on the subject. I would not ditch the 7100 for the 610. In my opinion these cameras are just too close in performance to each other. If you check out the specs their plus and minuses do a pretty good job of evening out.

If I were in your shoes, I would keep the 7100. Get the FX glass you want first. And then buy a 610 body. Keep the 7100 if at all possible. The cameras just really complement each other well.

The 7100 would do great for just the single or couple portraits and the 610 could then be used for the more group type shots. And no switching lenses. Just grab that second body and go.

2 bodies will always beat just a body and 2 lenses.

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[Krs_2007]

Very good advice. Sometimes I wish I would have kept my 7k, but I also felt I wouldn't really utilize both cameras. So it comes back to what your plans are.

 

[ShootRaw]

Just my thoughts on the subject. I would not ditch the 7100 for the 610. In my opinion these cameras are just too close in performance to each other. If you check out the specs their plus and minuses do a pretty good job of evening out.

If I were in your shoes, I would keep the 7100. Get the FX glass you want first. And then buy a 610 body. Keep the 7100 if at all possible. The cameras just really complement each other well.

The 7100 would do great for just the single or couple portraits and the 610 could then be used for the more group type shots. And no switching lenses. Just grab that second body and go.

2 bodies will always beat just a body and 2 lenses.

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This is what held me off from upgrading...Im set on keeping the great D7100...When the upgraded 610E or D620 or whatever they call it..I will upgrade to that keeping my D7100 as long as they drop the AA filter and go to a focusing system and 1/8000 shutter speed like the D7100

 

[bigal1000]

In my opinion the the D7100 is the better camera. The D800 is the way to go FF it's also a great match with the 7100....

 

[SacrificeTheory]

My itch for full frame is getting stronger. I'm now thinking about going with the D700 as it's in between the 610 and 800. And a used D700 is pretty reasonable.

What do you guys think? Now that I have several full frame glass (as you see in my signature), I want to get the best out of my lenses. Or should I just save up for eventually a D800 or D4 (could take a while to save for).

 

[gqtuazon]

My itch for full frame is getting stronger. I'm now thinking about going with the D700 as it's in between the 610 and 800. And a used D700 is pretty reasonable.

What do you guys think? Now that I have several full frame glass (as you see in my signature), I want to get the best out of my lenses. Or should I just save up for eventually a D800 or D4 (could take a while to save for).

D700 is a good starter camera for a FX and a great value for used cameras. If you do not require higher resolution and video, the D700 is a very capable camera.



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[SacrificeTheory]

D700 is a good starter camera for a FX and a great value for used cameras. If you do not require higher resolution and video, the D700 is a very capable camera.



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Would you say it's leagues better than the D7100?

I have no intention on recording video.

 

[gqtuazon]

Would you say it's leagues better than the D7100?

I have no intention on recording video.

I wouldn't say that especially that I have not tried the D7100. However, the D7100 will probably have better DR and acuity. The main difference is the field of view.

 

[yauman]

Great discussion! I'm also torn - I need a second body to back up my D7100 when I shot events so I'm trying to convince myself I should get the D610 as the main camera and use my D7100 as my backup but can't convince myself I need a full frame! The D7100 and D610 shares the same battery and battery grip and most of the controls so it will be an easy switch but do I really need an full frame for Event photography work? It's a $600 difference between the D610 and D7100 - not huge but none trivial! Tough.

 

[DraganDL]

@yauman: No, it is not tough at all - the matter of fact, you yourself resolved the dilemma - 1) you do need a second camera body as a backup, 2) it would be nice (for you, just like for anyone else) to use the same type of battery and a grip, 3) you obviously do not need a full frame for shootings "events", 4) the difference of 600$ will allow for getting two decent DX lenses...
The plain logic or a common sense leads to the conclusion: buy yet another D7100, and be completely secure when shooting events...:semi-twins:

 

[yauman]

@yauman: No, it is not tough at all - the matter of fact, you yourself resolved the dilemma - 1) you do need a second camera body as a backup, 2) it would be nice (for you, just like for anyone else) to use the same type of battery and a grip, 3) you obviously do not need a full frame for shootings "events", 4) the difference of 600$ will allow for getting two decent DX lenses...
The plain logic or a common sense leads to the conclusion: buy yet another D7100, and be completely secure when shooting events...:semi-twins:

I know but I have this itch to have a full frame camera - isn't that terrible

 

[SacrificeTheory]

@yauman: No, it is not tough at all - the matter of fact, you yourself resolved the dilemma - 1) you do need a second camera body as a backup, 2) it would be nice (for you, just like for anyone else) to use the same type of battery and a grip, 3) you obviously do not need a full frame for shootings "events", 4) the difference of 600$ will allow for getting two decent DX lenses...
The plain logic or a common sense leads to the conclusion: buy yet another D7100, and be completely secure when shooting events...:semi-twins:

You forgot to mention the advantages of full frame such as low light capabilities and having the correct focal length for your lenses.