I think you made an excellent decision. While most people seem pleased with their aftermarket choices for the grip I've seen more than a few that had issues. I have the Nikon MB-D11 and it's an excellent, sturdy grip which I believe you will find makes the D7000 more comfortable to hold (especially with the larger, heavier lenses). Not to mention the ability to shoot in portrait orientation without bending your wrist into a pretzel!
You done good..............
I have the Nikon grip on mine and love it. There's a night and day difference in the way it feels in my hands with the grip on. It adds weight and mass to it, which I don't mind at all. It helps to balance things when my 70-300mm lens is on at the 300mm focal length (which is most of the time).
I think you'll like it a lot. Enjoy!
Yes, I have. Last August we went to the NC Zoo. Only lens I used was the 70-300mm, so it was around my neck all day. It didn't bother me. A lot of the reason of if it bothers you to carry it for a long period of time, is gonna be what strap you use. I use a Tamrac strap that has a well padded, leather neck piece on it. A lot of people like the Black Rapid straps that go across your shoulder and hangs at your side, and swings up when you want to use the camera. Have fun at Disney.......... That should be a great place to photograph.Dooku77 said:Have you ever taken your set up on a vacation where you had to carry it for hours? I'll be very excited to take my new gear to Disney next year.
Yes, I have. Last August we went to the NC Zoo. Only lens I used was the 70-300mm, so it was around my neck all day. It didn't bother me. A lot of the reason of if it bothers you to carry it for a long period of time, is gonna be what strap you use. I use a Tamrac strap that has a well padded, leather neck piece on it. A lot of people like the Black Rapid straps that go across your shoulder and hangs at your side, and swings up when you want to use the camera. Have fun at Disney.......... That should be a great place to photograph.
I don't understand this "carrying it around all day" gripe some have of carrying their camera with a grip attached. It's not like it's up to your eye all day long! Use a good shoulder strap to carry it and you won't even notice the "weight" after a while. I use the Black Rapid strap myself, and it's extremely comfortable. Then again, I personally like the heft of a heavier camera; it adds to the stability when taking a handheld shot.
I was also looking at the black rapid sport with the curves shoulder pad. That I think would be comfortable.
That's the BR model I have and it is very comfortable indeed! The curved shoulder pad is a nice feature.
That is what I'll be ordering next then. The fastening lug that attaches to the tripod mount, does it swivel/stay in place well?
Oh the lug stays in place extremely well. It screws right into the socket and there is a 1/2" rubberized washer/gasket, which goes over the lug screw and sits between the base of the lug and the tripod mount. It stays in there very tight.