Nikon D7100 or D610? Opinions?
Nikon D7100 or D610? Would I be better off spending a little more for the 610? I shoot people/portraits--have done a few weddings, landscapes and nature/flowers.
Kate
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I'd actually consider the D7100 to be a better more well-rounded camera for someone who shoots all kinds of stuff, and wants to own a bunch of different lenses without breaking the bank or their back. For example a Tokina 11-16 2.8, Sigma 18-35 1.8, and Sigma 50-150 2.8 would cost mere pennies compared to the equivalent in full-frame zooms, and they would be much better suited for general travel and adventure photography, in my opinion.
The D610, on the other hand, (especially if it gets just one or two new customizations that Nikon may or may not be rolling out soon with their alleged new firmware program) ...would be superior for weddings and portraits. ...That is, if you can afford all the right lenses to complete the kit.
I hate to say this, since it goes against the "buy a camera now and enjoy it!" advice that I've given for years, but honestly my answer to you would be this: don't get either camera. Wait for a D7200, or save up for a D750. Both the D7100 and the D610 have their issues, and their direct upgrades will most likely (or already do) make a world of difference.
=Matt=
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Since then I've kitted out the D7100 with the Sigma 50-150 Matt mentioned, and a Tokina 12-24 F4. I got the latter more for tripod use so I'd recommend the 2.8 Matt suggested for indoor use. When light's an issue and I need a really wide lens I put a Sigma 20-40 F2.8 on my D700.
Oh and the big limitation of the D7100 in my opinion is the buffer size which is way too small so you need to shoot small bursts, and have a fast SD card.
Thanks! I am leaning more towards the 7100.
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