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richw wrote:
I've been rethinking this - if I could afford it I think I'd get one, but I'm spending on lighting and computer upgrades for the next year or so.
But...... It's basically a D4 with the weight and size of a D7000. The more I think about it the more attractive that becomes.
OK I'll play devils advocate here!
1. Are you going to want video ? No well that is fine, neither would that worry me.
2. As you have the D3S then you are covered on FX do you only want FX or do you want DX for greater telephoto reach?
3. Are you at all daunted by the cost ? The D600/610 will be had for just half the price of a Df. OK we both like its retro looks but I think the price is too high but it will fall in 6 months.
4. You have no legacy glass - I think I remember you saying this. A D400 or even D5300 may suit better. The D400 is still vapourware but the D5300 has some really interesting features and at 24MP is probably at the top end of the sweet spot of MP.
OK....
1 - I've come to the conclusion video is not for me, except maybe a bit of fun with a Go-Pro when doing something active. Might change my mind if we ever manage to have kids, but I think a Camcorder is a lot easier to use.
2. Absolutely and the D3s is plenty good enough performance wise for me, but if I went for a backup body I'm thinking this might be very nice. The smaller form factor/lighter weight is also attractive for slipping in a backpack when I might not take the D3s - I sometimes take the D7000 out for this reason now (but maybe Fuji or Sony would be an even better choice). D600 is another option, if it had a D4 sensor I think I might have got one already but at the moment it's just not grabbing me for some reason. (Just as well - I don't need another body really).
3.Yes, otherwise I'd probably have one by now!
4.D400 might appeal if it comes out but for now the D7000 suffices instead of a D5300.
For now I have the D3s, the D7000 and Sony RX1 in regular use, with a D200 and D70 (which I'm not sure still works) in the cupboard. Probably should gift the D200 to someone.