D600

[ddbowdoin]

I just the digital rev review yesterday..actually was decent. Its getting good reviews...but the ONLY thing keeping me from it right now is a lack of owned lenses. I am aware I can ebay some old model nikons that will work just fine, but its just an added cost to the initial investment. I will make my final decision when I get my hands on one hopefully this weekend

yeah, you aren't the only person running into that. Fortunately, all but two of my lenses are FX lenses.

I have the cheap 40mm Nikor micro lens and the Tokina 11-16, but that can actually be shot at 16mm without vignetting on FF.

For me, I'm not sure the difference between my 7000 and the 600 is worth selling off my d7000 for likely pennies to rebuy a camera that will give me a few stops better ISO coverage.

I think it's amazing for people who have older cameras, like a D80 or low end like a D3000 who want to upgrade.

I'm really thinking about scrapping digital all together, but I still keep getting requests for weddings and such and although I HATE that work, it's good cash.

 

[WDWFigment]

I presently own the D700, D7000, and now, D600.

The clear winner for me is the D600. Both the D700 and the D7000 are great cameras, but the D600 surpasses both in terms of ISO performance and dynamic range. It doesn't have the some of the features that the D700 has, but what's it's lacking I don't miss. I'm very glad I made the upgrade/lateral move.

Before making the jump to full frame, make sure you have the money for full frame glass. There's no point in getting a full frame camera only to couple it with cheap lenses.

 

[NowInc]

I presently own the D700, D7000, and now, D600.

The clear winner for me is the D600. Both the D700 and the D7000 are great cameras, but the D600 surpasses both in terms of ISO performance and dynamic range. It doesn't have the some of the features that the D700 has, but what's it's lacking I don't miss. I'm very glad I made the upgrade/lateral move.

Before making the jump to full frame, make sure you have the money for full frame glass. There's no point in getting a full frame camera only to couple it with cheap lenses.

Your review was actually one of the ones I was looking forward to. We use a lot of the same equipment (tho I don't post pictures I take from my d7000..i do own one..but its 99% for work use)...and i read on your blog about your recent move to full frame. I am still waiting for my job here to get the d600 in (ordered but hasnt arrived yet)...I was HOPING to have it before this weekend so I can sneak it off to wdw and give it a test run.

I prefer to stick with Nikon as its what I already use...but was almost ready to move to the dark side (cannon), as in either case I would be needing new glass anyway. Now I feel more comfortable continuing my investment in Nikon

 

[WDWFigment]

Your review was actually one of the ones I was looking forward to. We use a lot of the same equipment (tho I don't post pictures I take from my d7000..i do own one..but its 99% for work use)...and i read on your blog about your recent move to full frame. I am still waiting for my job here to get the d600 in (ordered but hasnt arrived yet)...I was HOPING to have it before this weekend so I can sneak it off to wdw and give it a test run.

I prefer to stick with Nikon as its what I already use...but was almost ready to move to the dark side (cannon), as in either case I would be needing new glass anyway. Now I feel more comfortable continuing my investment in Nikon

Just wait until you see the upcoming "real world" images blog post of D600 photos from WDW. Now that I'm finally able to edit raw files in ACR, I'm even more impressed with the camera.

Yeah, it's $600 more than I was hoping it would cost, but I still think it offers excellent value for the money if you need a full frame DSLR. If not, the D7000 is a very capable camera.

 

[fractal]

This camera is tempting - but I think I'm going to wait a bit for the rumored full-frame Sony NEX-9. If it happens I'll immediately upgrade from my NEX-3.

 

[NowInc]

The ONLY thing that keeps me from already owning one is my lack of full frame lenses. I think my game plan at this point is to save up and see what happens first...a new D7X00, or me being able to afford the D600 and new glass. The D7000 (and heck..even my travel D3100 when used correctly) is still a great body...so I think rushing into a new purchase for me (a hobbyist) is not the best game plan.

 

[CP_alum08]

The ONLY thing that keeps me from already owning one is my lack of full frame lenses. I think my game plan at this point is to save up and see what happens first...a new D7X00, or me being able to afford the D600 and new glass. The D7000 (and heck..even my travel D3100 when used correctly) is still a great body...so I think rushing into a new purchase for me (a hobbyist) is not the best game plan.

That's basically my thought process too. I have a D90 and for what I do it's generally good enough. Occasionally I'll be in a situation where being able to bump my ISO higher or having more pixels to process would be nice but that's about it. For me the d7000 or d300 wouldn't be that much of an upgrade to justify the cost so until I have $5k+ ready to spend on gear I'll just keep buying and selling DX lenses and hold off upgrading my body.

 

[PirateFrank]

I am really tempted by this to the point where I'm about to jump ship from canon....I am thoroughly discouraged by canon's unwillingness to compete on any meaningful level with Nikon. The 6d, which i was waiting for to succeed my 60d....is a dreadful disappointment....and I can't even buy it now.

I've only got one lens left canon 50mm 1.4, which I can easily sell and replace with a Nikon 50mm....seems like its a no brainer. I need to walk into a camera store and check one out....

 

[ddbowdoin]

I'll probably get flamed for this... But I rea the reviews and finally had a chance to use this camera from another local friend here, this camera feels cheap man.

Sure it has a nice FF sensor but its oddly small, light, made of plastic (with only a magnesium top and bottom) and has a damn scene wheel.

It's obviously not intended to be a pro camera but just feels cheap in the hands

 

[wdwmagic]

I'll probably get flamed for this... But I rea the reviews and finally had a chance to use this camera from another local friend here, this camera feels cheap man.

Sure it has a nice FF sensor but its oddly small, light, made of plastic (with only a magnesium top and bottom) and has a damn scene wheel.

It's obviously not intended to be a pro camera but just feels cheap in the hands

Wow a scene wheel? That is odd on a FF camera.

 

[ddbowdoin]

Wow a scene wheel? That is odd on a FF camera.

It looks like a D7000 with a FF sensor.

 

[PirateFrank]

I actually walked into the store yesterday to check it out....part of this is my level of comfort with Canon, as I didn't like the button locations of certain things in the D600 (I love being able to change iso and focus points on my 60D, on the fly while still looking in the viewfinder)....but generally, ergonomically, I was uncomfortable with it. The bottom left corner of my 60D sticks out enough to rest on my inner thumb....the D600 has no such nub, forcing me to change how I hold the camera.

Picture quality aside, If I'm not comfortable shooting a camera, I'm not going to buy it. Might be stupid, as I could possibly get used to it.....but it's a huge move to switch systems in and of it self. So Im going to stick with my 60D and try to squeeze some more life out of it before going FF.

 

[WDI 1998]

I am very excited about the D600. I am planning on upgrading from my D80 as soon as possible. The improvments in picture quality at high ISO is one of the biggest selling point for me. Some the projects I have in mind I would not be able to pull off with the D80 and get the quality I want.

 

[ddbowdoin]

I am very excited about the D600. I am planning on upgrading from my D80 as soon as possible. The improvments in picture quality at high ISO is one of the biggest selling point for me. Some the projects I have in mind I would not be able to pull off with the D80 and get the quality I want.

I'll agree... but do you have sufficient full frame glass?

If not, I'd consider a D7000. Same build quality, differences being an FX sensor and about a stop and a half of ISO

 

[thomas998]

http://www.petapixel.com/2012/09/12...ors-to-the-point-and-shoot-world-for-a-price/

to me, this is a game changer... 2800 bucks though, sheeeeeeit

Actually I would say this is more like the camera for people with money to burn than the D600 is... Frankly when I see this camera I feel its aimed at people stupid enough to believe that simply slapping Carl Zeiss on a lens will suddenly make them better photographers... A fixed lens for 2800 is simply stupid.

 

[ddbowdoin]

Actually I would say this is more like the camera for people with money to burn than the D600 is... Frankly when I see this camera I feel its aimed at people stupid enough to believe that simply slapping Carl Zeiss on a lens will suddenly make them better photographers... A fixed lens for 2800 is simply stupid.

ah, not so sure about that ... I agree with the price being too high but it is the first generation of what may become the future. My biggest qualm has always been that a reduction in size, normally results in a loss of quality. This is the first time we're seeing a FF sensor in a small package, paired with good optics. This to me is a game changer as an addition to a pro's kit but no taking over as a primary camera. This is a nice step in the right direction and gives some an option looking to maximize quality with a small package other than a Leica M9 etc.

At least its somewhat of an innovation, whereas a D600 is just a stripped down FX camera aimed at enthusiasts. People are excited about the price, not necessarily the camera itself. It seems every review always starts off... well its no D800 but... "an introduction for enthusiasts to the world of full frame"

 

[WDI 1998]

I'll agree... but do you have sufficient full frame glass?

If not, I'd consider a D7000. Same build quality, differences being an FX sensor and about a stop and a half of ISO

At this point I only have the 50 1.8 but am planning on getting a couple new lenses when I upgrade.

 

[ddbowdoin]

At this point I only have the 50 1.8 but am planning on getting a couple new lenses when I upgrade.

yeah, a lot of people are in that boat... fx lenses are pricy, but very well built and good performers

 

[WDI 1998]

I am thinking about getting the Tokina AT-X 16-28mm F2.8 Pro Fx Lens and the Nikon 28-300mm F3.5 VR AF-S alond with the D600 body. What is your opinion on the 28-300? I have heard differing opinions on the all in one walk around lens encompasing such a wide variety of focal length.

 

[ddbowdoin]

I am thinking about getting the Tokina AT-X 16-28mm F2.8 Pro Fx Lens and the Nikon 28-300mm F3.5 VR AF-S alond with the D600 body. What is your opinion on the 28-300? I have heard differing opinions on the all in one walk around lens encompasing such a wide variety of focal length.

The Tokina is a good value for its build quality and optics. It's not as wide as I'd like it to be but it's considerably cheaper then the 14-24 Nikon lens, although that is the BEST wide lens on the market, period.

As for the walk around, eh... I'd pass on that lens. Honestly, the tail end of the focal length is hardly used. You either want a dedicated portrait lens or something that is a little better quality. If you can boost your budget a bit the 24-70 f2.8 is the way to go, but you're looking a 600 dollar increase.