mkrolewski
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I have a nikon d70 and have really enjoyed it. Over 20,000 images and counting in over 4 years. I believe it equates to the D90 now.
I like the larger nikons, easier to hold (big hands) and control. The d40 IMO is too small. If I could justify the D300 or D3 cost, I would love to upgrade to them. A friend did comment that the D70 was faster in auto focus with a single focusing spot versus the 56 spots on the D300/D3. Thus the D70 was better for action photography. But she loves the D300 for all her professional work (animal portrait work)
The biggest issue for SLR is the lens. This is where the most cost and features come from. I really like nikon's fast professional lens lines. I have the 28-70mm f2.8 and 70-200mm f2.8 nikon lenses and others. I really like their speed to focus and weight. Really great for shooting indoors. Expensive but really great performance. I carry them everywhere -- like right now at Crufts in Birmingham, England.
Most of my images are travel and ad hoc photography. (http://troublescottie.smugmug.com) Typical outings are 100 images. Intense outings can generate 300+ images. I seldom post process any of the images. That said, I do have several inexpensive programs that I use when I feel in the mood.
Recently I have added a Mamiya RB67 medium format film camera. Really an interesting addition. All mechanical, auto nothing -- very different feel. The only significant issue is the cost. To use, develop and scan a roll of 10 images is about $20. A bit pricey versus the near free cost of digital. Granted the camera, 2 lenses and some add-ons is under $500 used. Versus the $6000 I have in my Nikon.
Michael Krolewski, Seattle WA
I like the larger nikons, easier to hold (big hands) and control. The d40 IMO is too small. If I could justify the D300 or D3 cost, I would love to upgrade to them. A friend did comment that the D70 was faster in auto focus with a single focusing spot versus the 56 spots on the D300/D3. Thus the D70 was better for action photography. But she loves the D300 for all her professional work (animal portrait work)
The biggest issue for SLR is the lens. This is where the most cost and features come from. I really like nikon's fast professional lens lines. I have the 28-70mm f2.8 and 70-200mm f2.8 nikon lenses and others. I really like their speed to focus and weight. Really great for shooting indoors. Expensive but really great performance. I carry them everywhere -- like right now at Crufts in Birmingham, England.
Most of my images are travel and ad hoc photography. (http://troublescottie.smugmug.com) Typical outings are 100 images. Intense outings can generate 300+ images. I seldom post process any of the images. That said, I do have several inexpensive programs that I use when I feel in the mood.
Recently I have added a Mamiya RB67 medium format film camera. Really an interesting addition. All mechanical, auto nothing -- very different feel. The only significant issue is the cost. To use, develop and scan a roll of 10 images is about $20. A bit pricey versus the near free cost of digital. Granted the camera, 2 lenses and some add-ons is under $500 used. Versus the $6000 I have in my Nikon.
Michael Krolewski, Seattle WA