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Petter-Persson | Asked  over a year ago | Last response was 9 months ago
I consider myself more as a professional then a beginner, have taking on some photography jobs with pleased customer, and shoot pictures since a was 12. Now i can't decide.. A Canon 7D or Nikon D700. I all ready have a nikon gear. But only one lens is suitable for full format (sigma 24-70 2.8). But i don't have any trouble with trade to Canon!

The thing is that i would like to record video sometimes and thats why i like the 7D, but the quality from D700 is really good!! And i don't wanna go for the D7000, it is so small and i like the 7D more!

Which camera do you recommend for Petter-Persson?

Nikon D700 - $3,500
12.1 MP|Full frame CMOS|3" LCD
Nikon D3S - $6,800
12.1 MP|Full frame CMOS|3" LCD
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  1. Beginner II
    Nikon D700
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    9 months ago James-Callahan recommends the Nikon D700

    The high iso clearity of the D700 is insanely good. If you can't put up the money for a D700 you could get the D300s.. it does video and would be the one step down from the D700. Its not full frame though.. but neither is the canon 7D.

    If you go canon then do the 5D mark 2 or mark 3

    Nikon is known for killing  canon in their image quality.. but canon is exceptional on their video... probably because canon started putting video in their cameras sooner than nikon.

    I prefer nikon for their quality and how quickly I can change settings without having to take my eye off the view finder.

    Canon to me seems like a lighter cheaper build quality..

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  2. Beginner II
    Nikon D600
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    9 months ago Joe-Bowers recommends the Nikon D600

    Just announced, the Nikon D600 is an upgrade over the D700 in almost every way, and yet it's about 30% cheaper!

    1. Beginner I
      9 months ago Dave1
      The D600 will be an enthusiasts full format camera, the D700 is pro camera. See the auto-focus system for the largest difference. With the D700 available new at the moment from £1625 it's the first choice in comparison if you're serious about your photography.
    2. Beginner I
      9 months ago Dave1
      Oh, unless you're looking for a camcorder of course.
    3. Beginner II
      9 months ago Joe-Bowers
      The D700 has more a focus points around the edges, but if 39 isn't enough for you then you clearly don't know how to use a camera. Additionally, the D700's focusing system is based on older technology. The D600 will focus faster and more accurately than the D700 thanks to it's updated system. The D600 is also twice the resolution and can shoot full HD video. Petter, before you make any decision I recommend you read the camera's specs yourself directly from the manufacturer's website.
    4. Beginner I
      9 months ago Dave1
      If you want a camcorder in a cheap lightweight body Peter, you should definitely get the D600. It sounds ideal for you, and Joe of course.
    5. Beginner I
      9 months ago Dave1
      I kid, of course. If you really can get a D600 for £975 as Joe suggests then I'll join you in buying one.
    6. Beginner II
      9 months ago Joe-Bowers
      By "cheap" he means magnesium-alloy shell with weather proofing, almost identical to the D800. And I'm not sure when lightweight became a bad thing, but at 85% of the D800's weight, the D600 isn't exactly a feather.
    7. Beginner I
      9 months ago Dave1
      Part magnesium alloy shell, not full. Small body, fine for small hands, but consider weight balance once you've put a decent lens on it. (The OP doesn't want a small body, Joe.) The 7D sounds more like what you're looking for, Petter. My D700 is shortly to become a second camera to a D800E, so would love for you to experience it too, but I see you do need video.
    8. Beginner II
      9 months ago Joe-Bowers
      It's not a small body, it's a medium body. The D5100 or D3200 are small bodies and this is much bigger. This is the same size as the D7000. If it's too small, a battery grip would solve the size issue and give him a portrait shutter.
    9. Beginner II
      9 months ago Joe-Bowers
      Actually, the D600 is slightly larger in all dimensions than the D7000, I just checked.
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  3. Beginner II
    Nikon D700
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    11 months ago davemeas recommends the Nikon D700

    There is no question, get the D700.  FABULOUS camera.  If you want to shoot video, either get a D800 (Full Frame) or a D7000 (DX Crop Sensor).

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  4. Expert I
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    9 months ago nick recommends the Nikon D600

    also chk the d800 or the more awaited d600 to save some money for gear

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