hi guys! new here just wanna ask if the d800 is overkill for a hobbyist like me? just started using dslr back in 2009 when my 1st daughter was born (now i have 9months baby girl) my only two model hihi. now im using d700 i started on a used d300 (my uncle gave it to me) very nice camera btw. then i got myself a refurb d700 awesome camera! been using it for a while now then theres new d800 only thing i like about this is the video mode.but then i have a handy cam still new.is it worth it? thanks guys
I'm not bashing you either. It's not for everyone just like all cameras. It's just that unless you are printing big stuff and have some decent experience... there isn't a big enough difference to justify the money involved... for you (and many others)
Yes the video will be nice, but unless you've shot video with a dslr and know the ups and downs, you are better off with your handy cam for that stuff.
In my opinion, you should only buy a camera when you can actually articulate why you need it over your current gear. What need will it help fulfill that you currently can't get - or can't get as well - from your D700?
Overkill depends on your financial situation. If its a hobby and you can afford it, why not?
Honestly, video on DSLR's is not the greatest unless you plan on putting in the effort. I think a lot of people dont realize that 99% (if not %100) of videos made with DSLR's have tons of supporting gear to get the quality you see.
My suggestion is to not look consider the video aspect of the d800 into consideration because 9/10 times, your handycam will be much better suited for family vacations etc.
If you can afford a D700 then I'm not sure going into debt is a huge concern since you are probably talking about $800 to $900 difference.... sell the D700 for around $2100 and buy the D800 for $2999. Assuming your lens collection is what you want and your computer is decent you will be good to go.
It may be overkill but I agree if you can afford it and it makes you happy, why not? Ferrari owners don't have to drive theirs 200 mph all the time. For hobby it is very subjective. For pro/business, the calculation is easier.
If your profile is updated and the only lens you have is niftyfifty forget about D800 and invest your money in two great primes like 24/1.4 and 85/1.4 and you will thank me later
Mishu01 wrote:
If your profile is updated and the only lens you have is niftyfifty forget about D800 and invest your money in two great primes like 24/1.4 and 85/1.4 and you will thank me later
Buy glass you have a great body use it till it dies
I would look at picking up an SB700 flash and an 85mm f1.4 lens, if, of course, you don't have one. Probably a 16-35 f4 for some wide family portrait stuff.
You'll love it.
Back t the video, I'd keep using the handycam. I know you probably want to get an all in one unit, and that's a valid point. But the video on SLR's is for more serious users. If you want to do the normal family holidays, the handycam is actually much better suited.
TIP. Limit panning and zooming while recording. Download it to the PC/Mac immediately and do you're editing. Otherwise, it'll sit there and you'll never get around to it.
You sound like a very proud dad. I'm sure you're getting some nice shots.
Mishu01 wrote:
If your profile is updated and the only lens you have is niftyfifty forget about D800 and invest your money in two great primes like 24/1.4 and 85/1.4 and you will thank me later
wow did i just say that this is the best forum in the world? great advice guys well i showed the d800 to wifey and she said yeah go ahead just get a second job to afford it wowowowee..thanks for the advice guys as a hobbyist this camera is more than enough for me..so far heres my set up
body= nikon d700
lens = nikon 50mm 1.8g
nikon 24-70 2.8
nikon 80-200 af-d
3sb28 sold my sb600 not good enough on my strobist work
apollo softboxes.
go ahead and get the camera if you can afford it - capturing precious photos of your beautiful daughter will be worth every penny that you invest in it. enjoy your life and your family
