robert829 wrote:
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...Show more →
Go for it if you want it. Listen to the pros and cons of getting the D800 and then make your decision... but ignore those who telling you how you should spend your money.
I'm of the opinion that if you have the money, i.e buying the camera won't be diverting your money away from something more important, and you are passionate about your hobby (which from the quality of your photo it's obvious you are) then go ahead and buy the D800.
Those who said 'no its not worth upgrading' are correct but that doesn't mean you shouldn't. You already have all the gear you need to make superb pictures so asking if you need to upgrade is one thing, but asking if you want to upgrade if a different question altogether and one that only you can answer. So, do YOU want to upgrade and do YOU have the money?
If you answer yes to both of these then just go ahead and get the camera. Seeing as you're not doing paid work you could sell the D700 and get a decent sum of money back.
I agree with ct8282. I also would recommend getting the D800 if you have money for it. You camera is still very capable and I'm sure you can sell it for a lot of money to compensate for you new camera.
I know that with the much newer sensor (Im not even talking about mega pixel count) and video capabilities you'll be very happy with it. And it is not an overkill.
But this is just my opinion. I ordered my D800 already and can't wait to get it.
SloPhoto wrote:
After seeing the lens list and such, I am a bit stunned people are still suggesting the d800.
Dear lord, get some lenses / flash stuff first!!!
This is also another good perspective. You could certainly consider some more glass which is always a better investment coz it will last a lifetime if looked after properly.
You could get a couple of very nice lenses and an SB700 perhaps.
At the end of the day, for the cost of a D800 you have a number of options available to you, some include keeping the D700 and getting extra bits for your kit.
I'm thinking this is probably what I would do in your situation but if you really want the D800 then just go for it.
I've always believed that no decision is a wrong decision.
The cost difference right now for selling your D700 and moving to a D800 will be about $800-$900 dollars. Far cry from outright buying one for $3000. Considering that the D800 is better than the D3X in just about every measurable way, I don't think the D700's are going to keep their value at $2100 on the used market for long. Once the D800 is readily available, I would imagine they will sell in $1500 range.
You might not need the 36MP, but I see many reasons for upgrading beyond pixel count. 100% VF, video, dual card slots, improved metering, same AF as the D4. You have nice cropping modes too, so you don't need to take along the D300 if you want higher pixel density of the crop camera.
I for one say.. why not? If you have the cash, there is nothing your D700 will be able to do better than the D800.. and you avoid losing more money by selling your D700 now while the used market is still decent for this camera.
If this is a serious hobby, most are going to want the D800 sooner than later.. might as well give in.
You are getting a lot of advice from people who tell you what the D800 is going to be like, and telling you to buy it. They have no reliable idea what it is going to be like. They are giving you unreliable advice. It could be a terrific step up from the D700. It could be an inflexible mess for the kind of photography you mostly do. I suspect the latter, but I don't know either. I can tell you that before buying it you ought to get your hands on a D800 and shoot some low light indoor shots at ISO 3200 or 6400, and see how they compare to same-subject D700 shots when viewed or printed the same size. That would be more helpful than anyone's advice.
thanks a million guys! for now ill enjoy what i have and continue to improve my photography. d800 can wait and i might get a nice lens (specially primes) first. appreciate all the good advice again thanks..
how about listing what you really need out of your camera and then buying the body that fills those needs best if your pocket book can handle the price with no buyers remorse afterwards,,
I believe cameras of today are becoming like our computers and we will never use every feature the camera offers,, the screaming machine I am typing this on fills my needs for why I purchased it (two specific needs) but is so much overkill for the other uses I employ it for,, so it seems we buy support for our max need regardless,,
I can list many reasons the D800E will fit my photography needs and style and placed my order,, I do not take concern or listen to all the jib jab & BS going on why the D800 will not support others needs,,
splathrop wrote:
Gorgeous daughter pic. The D800 will not improve on it.
Sure it will. OP can video his/her daughter laughing, running, doing cute daughter antics etc with just a flick of a switch. And be able to share with friends and relatives in Vimeo... all in glorious HD.
That picture in a D800 will show every single spore in the daughter's face and her eyelashes will not be a fuzzy black blob at 100% pixel size. OP can crop away to create a collage of multiple images of the picture and yet will not lose detail.
