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The Right Order of Things-DX first, then FX?
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<blockquote data-quote="hark" data-source="post: 650512" data-attributes="member: 13196"><p>My first DSLR was a D90. Since I used to shoot 35mm film, I didn't like the difference in view of the DX compared with what I was used to seeing so I upgraded to a D600. </p><p></p><p>Currently I have a D750, D610, and D7100. My D750 is what I reach for the most. However, if I want to take telephotos of birds or other subjects, I choose the D7100. What you shoot will greatly determine which body is best for you. If you are into birding, wildlife, or macro, then DX would probably work better. Sure you can get the same image with FX, but it comes at the cost of cropping away pixels. If you are into indoor portraits, shooting FX has an edge. Head shots (or head and shoulder shots) are better when a telephoto lens is used. 85mm to 135mm works well for a focal length. The problem with DX is that you'd have to back up further away when using a lens within that range so quite often people will reach for a 50mm lens. A 50mm lens doesn't offer the same pleasing perspective distortion that 85mm to 135mm offers (these offer a little more compression with noses which tends to be more flattering). If you choose to go with DX, using 50mm will be okay, don't get me wrong. But there are slight differences between shooting DX with a 50mm lens and shooting FX with an 85mm lens. It's a personal preference that not everyone will agree on. And if you are into shooting sports, comparing buffers is something you will want to consider.</p><p></p><p>Generally the sensors of the D750 and D610 will work better in low light situations than DX. I used both my D610 and D7100 during worship services (no flash) and could tell a big difference in image quality. It isn't the brightest in my church so the ISO had to be around 3200. There was a noticeable difference with my D610 being far superior in those situations. However, the D7100 did great for shooting at ISO 3200 for high school drama photos simply because there was more bright light present. My D610 still did a better job, but there wasn't as big a difference in image quality.</p><p></p><p>As for the D750 shutter recall, mine is on the list. I never noticed the problems for which it was recalled and never sent it in. That said, I began experiencing a big problem with an ERR message the first shot each day I'd take it out. It didn't start happening until I owned it for a while. And it occurred only the first shot of the day even if I turned the body off then turned it on again. Only once did it happen several times on the same day. All the other times, it was EVERY first image of the day. </p><p></p><p>So I tried different things to isolate the problem. It happened with different lenses. It happened no matter whether I used VR or not, and happened even with lenses that didn't have VR. Then I started to make sure the top display was in standby before turning it off. Bingo. That has all but eliminated the problem. My guess is it is a software related issue. BUT according to Nikon, there isn't any way for them to remove the software and replace it. And they also told me that resetting the body back to factory default won't affect the software...that only resets the shooting menu. But it rarely happens now so I don't worry about it. If it winds up breaking my shutter, the shuter is still under the recall. <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite2" alt=";)" title="Wink ;)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=";)" /> And I might be the only person here on Nikonites with that problem--so I wouldn't worry about it happening to you.</p><p></p><p>How did it happen? I'm not sure, but I did leave a lens mounted where I forgot to turn off the VR. It's the only time I ever remember doing so. It *might* be what caused this software glitch, but I don't know for sure. The D750 is an excellent camera, and I still recommend it; however, if you aren't sure you want to risk it, then consider the D610. The D610 lacks the articulating screen and doesn't quite have the same specs as the D750, but it isn't a slouch. There isn't a noticeable difference in image quality between the D750 and D610...certainly no where near the difference between either of them and my D7100.</p><p></p><p>Just some food for thought. <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite1" alt=":)" title="Smile :)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":)" /></p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="hark, post: 650512, member: 13196"] My first DSLR was a D90. Since I used to shoot 35mm film, I didn't like the difference in view of the DX compared with what I was used to seeing so I upgraded to a D600. Currently I have a D750, D610, and D7100. My D750 is what I reach for the most. However, if I want to take telephotos of birds or other subjects, I choose the D7100. What you shoot will greatly determine which body is best for you. If you are into birding, wildlife, or macro, then DX would probably work better. Sure you can get the same image with FX, but it comes at the cost of cropping away pixels. If you are into indoor portraits, shooting FX has an edge. Head shots (or head and shoulder shots) are better when a telephoto lens is used. 85mm to 135mm works well for a focal length. The problem with DX is that you'd have to back up further away when using a lens within that range so quite often people will reach for a 50mm lens. A 50mm lens doesn't offer the same pleasing perspective distortion that 85mm to 135mm offers (these offer a little more compression with noses which tends to be more flattering). If you choose to go with DX, using 50mm will be okay, don't get me wrong. But there are slight differences between shooting DX with a 50mm lens and shooting FX with an 85mm lens. It's a personal preference that not everyone will agree on. And if you are into shooting sports, comparing buffers is something you will want to consider. Generally the sensors of the D750 and D610 will work better in low light situations than DX. I used both my D610 and D7100 during worship services (no flash) and could tell a big difference in image quality. It isn't the brightest in my church so the ISO had to be around 3200. There was a noticeable difference with my D610 being far superior in those situations. However, the D7100 did great for shooting at ISO 3200 for high school drama photos simply because there was more bright light present. My D610 still did a better job, but there wasn't as big a difference in image quality. As for the D750 shutter recall, mine is on the list. I never noticed the problems for which it was recalled and never sent it in. That said, I began experiencing a big problem with an ERR message the first shot each day I'd take it out. It didn't start happening until I owned it for a while. And it occurred only the first shot of the day even if I turned the body off then turned it on again. Only once did it happen several times on the same day. All the other times, it was EVERY first image of the day. So I tried different things to isolate the problem. It happened with different lenses. It happened no matter whether I used VR or not, and happened even with lenses that didn't have VR. Then I started to make sure the top display was in standby before turning it off. Bingo. That has all but eliminated the problem. My guess is it is a software related issue. BUT according to Nikon, there isn't any way for them to remove the software and replace it. And they also told me that resetting the body back to factory default won't affect the software...that only resets the shooting menu. But it rarely happens now so I don't worry about it. If it winds up breaking my shutter, the shuter is still under the recall. ;) And I might be the only person here on Nikonites with that problem--so I wouldn't worry about it happening to you. How did it happen? I'm not sure, but I did leave a lens mounted where I forgot to turn off the VR. It's the only time I ever remember doing so. It *might* be what caused this software glitch, but I don't know for sure. The D750 is an excellent camera, and I still recommend it; however, if you aren't sure you want to risk it, then consider the D610. The D610 lacks the articulating screen and doesn't quite have the same specs as the D750, but it isn't a slouch. There isn't a noticeable difference in image quality between the D750 and D610...certainly no where near the difference between either of them and my D7100. Just some food for thought. :) [/QUOTE]
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