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Message: <blockquote data-quote="RockyNH_RIP" data-source="post: 148355" data-attributes="member: 10784">Peter, I am not an expert by any means, especially on lens.   I have the 5100 and find I can do anything (pretty much, still cannot get it to make breakfast) that I want for my photgraphy, and I am still learning.  The 7100 (note, there is no 7200) offers better image quality, more robust build, more weather resistance as you noted, dual card slots and other more advanced options.   The one big edge that they have is the body has a focus motor.  I mention this as you asked about older lens.  For the 5100/5200, you can use older lens but they will NOT AF unless it is an AF-S lens.   Another option to look at is the D7000...   Gives most of the advantages to the 7100 (sensor is 16mp as is the 5100) with a less steep price tag.Pat in NH</blockquote>