If I'd have had the money, when I first upgraded, I would have went strait to full frame. But I admit I would have bought the wrong model for my needs, and I'd have been in trouble trying to post process. The D800 was my dream choice back then.
I also would have missed out on my little jewel of a DSLR, the D300! I still want a full frame and that desire has never changed. But my choice of models now is very different, even if I had tons of cash. I'd buy the D4s if I was rich, and the D700 is my choice since I'm not rich! Lol
I'm not against the D610 for my needs, but the cost vs my needs is too out of balance. I can't really say me needs justify the cost of it. I believe the D700 with my D300 will fill my needs very well.
This may change someday if and when my computer setup is upgraded quite a bit, and if I get into printing or selling my work. But right now neither is the case, and the older tech will fill my needs fine!
I thank my friends for stearing me away from the D800, and opening up my eyes to see what I really want, to fit me,more clearly ! I've receive these great bits of advice on every step of my addition of gear! I never would have the right gear for me now without my friends helpful advice! Thank you to all my good friends who have helped and advised me since my first day here!