Nikon D7000 Why it's Such a Great Camera
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- Опубліковано 20 сер 2024
- photofonz.com - See how the Nikon D7000 DSLR camera relates to the professional photographer and serious hobbyists and How this Nikon can help you create outstanding photographs.
Learn also about Nikon lenses and how they can help you take better photos and videos.
Update: While the D7000 served me well for years and is still available on the used market for a great price.
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I have since upgraded to the Nikon D7200. It has more updated features that I like, especially the lack of an anti-alias filter, making it sharper. Plus, I also like the in-camera time lapse capability:
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I am commenting this in early 2020, and I'm proud of my D7000, it is a legendary camera..
is it still good today?
@@joshiefer7940 if you don't focus on megapixels, which doesnt matter anyways, then yes, it is and will always be a great camera.
@@joshiefer7940 yes it is, but if you want wifi on it, its not...
I have d7100
@@joshiefer7940 Ofcourse !
2019, i'm still using nikon d7000
Fahmi Afrizal norm autofocus?
I have this camera , and i feel well now with it, now is nothing expensive for amateur and have all i need in cameras ,is a good opción
What's the best shutter speed to shoot in?
@@FamousEventsTv that all depends on your lighting, white balance , ISO and aperture. With a flash. 1/250. Without.....geezer anywhere from 1/30 to 1/8000?
2020 and i just got one to start
I was recently asked about the attachment shown on the Nikon D7000. Here is the info: Attached is the Justrite Rotator which allows you to rotate the camera from horizontal to vertical with a flick of the wrist. This rotator along with the Justrite camera bracket was designed and is sold by Gary Justice (justritebracket.com). I believe it to be the best rotator & bracket available today. You can see more info on my UA-cam video @: ua-cam.com/video/3hbNKd0cLGk/v-deo.html
I read some of the reviews about this camera, sounds like a great system they have put together. thanks for your input and advice.
Chuck Rowan Thanks Chuck: If you like the D7000, wait until you see the D7200. ua-cam.com/video/F6cdVUOMHbA/v-deo.html
Now Nikon has blown up both with the D500
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The D7000 rocks. I've had one for a few years. Manual shooting panos, never disappoints.
Yes, still a classic!
2019, still using my D7000. Along others, my 30D/40D still sees usage, too. Older ones are just there, but not being used anymore. Even my D40 gets some frames here & there. ;)
For photographing nature, I would recommend a fast lens in the neighborhood of up to 300, 400 or even 500mm. A lens in this focal length range would really knock the background out for great results. Some photographers are also using a 70-200mm f2.8 lens. This is my favorite lens for portraits but also has great potential for beautiful background blur not to mention its spectacular sharpness. (Continued below)
70-200mm f2.8 lens is so great sharp lens for medium distances , cause I'm a birds watcher I'm using 150-600mm but less details of 70-200mm .
thank you again sir.
I have a D7000 and its is really a great camera. I also like it because of iunique non-CPU lens feature that allows you use old manual Nikkor AI lenses. This feature turns the D7000 fully compatible with these lenses. You just set inform the longest focal point and widest aperture of a specific lens and when you switch apertures using the lens aperture ring, the camera will register this and change its settings accordingly. I like using old manual lenses not only because they are usually less expensive, but each one of them have different characteristics that make the pictures unique, such as the Nikon E 135mm f/2.8 or Nikon 400 f/4.0.
Most of the images taken on this video that were portraits and scenics of the Biltmore Mansion were taken with the Nikon 18-200 lens. I do really like this lens as a general purpose lens and for travel also.
I will be using the Nikon D7000 along with a D300 on my next wedding in three weeks. I may do an updated video of the D7000 in a few weeks.
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Yes, I believe the D7000 can be used professionally in this type of photography. However, as I stated in this video, If I were doing mostly high end Fashion, Advertising and large Fine Art Wall Décor photography, I would consider using a medium format system such as Hasselblad.
I have this camera which was my dad's which he loved it. He passed away so I have it, I haven't figured out how to use manual. I have used auto. It is something I would like to learn.
Just used this camera yesterday along with my F5. Great equipment. Picked it up off the secondary market for $300 bucks 2 years ago.
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When making the transition from film to Digital, I made my living using digital cameras such as the Fuji S2, S3, Nikon D300 and now that I'm semi retired the D7000.
Although good equipment is important, good technique, skill in composition, posing, lighting and learning to get the most from your camera as well understanding the business of photography is also very important.
I have used the D7000 on several portrait assignments and the results were spectacular.
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In 2012, I decided to buy my first DSLR camera. I couldn't afford a full frame camera so I did a thorough research to find the finest cropped sensor DSLR camera. I found out that the D7000 was the closest I could get to a full frame camera. I traveled to the US and got mine in New York City along with a Sigma 18-200mm lens kit. I was still the kind of photographer accostumed to bridge cameras whose lens kits provided great wide angle and zoom. And since I was on a turism trip, I made the best of this combo as I learned how to use it. Not long ago, I decided to buy a brand new DSLR camera, and since I have many Nikkon lenses I got stuck with this brand. I was undecided whether I should buy a D7200 or a D7500. I chose the D7200 because the D7500 no longer offered three features the D7000 has, i.e. two memory card slots, preview of DOF and non-CPU lens (which turns the camera fully compatible with old Nikkon AI lenses. Yesterday, I took part on a Astrophotography workshop and the D7200 performed wonderfully with a Sigma 17-50mm f/2.8 lens kit.
(Continued from above) - For sports photography I also like a fast prime lens such as the 50mm f/1.4 or (1.8), or an 85mm f1.4 or 1.8. Good quality fast lenses cost considerably more but are really an investment in great photography.
anyone still using d7000 tgt with me? i am having it for 3years already and still serving me well
i still use it. it's a great camera and it doesn't feel outdated too.
My 2 D7000s are still going strong after many years of use. I keep updating my glass, but haven't felt a need to change the bodies. I've recently been tempted by the D500 for the AF points and wider ISO range, but I haven't switched yet.
Nick Carroll If I could choose between the Nikon D7000 from my father and a new camera with a budget of 600€ I should definetly choose the Nikon right?
David Michael Depends which camera.
Yes, I still use. I bought it brand new in 2013 and it is a excellent camera. It was a replacement for the legendary Nikon D90.
I totally agree with the poster. I've been a full-time pro since the late 1970's and shoot mostly digital now. As a decades-long former large metro newspaper staffer, I was in on when digital took over in the late-1990's so I've had those gigantic pro Nikon and Canon cameras as well as the 5D for full-time work for many years. Then I tried the D7000. I have to say that it's the only digital camera that I've ever truly connected with. There's just something about its files and the way it handles that makes work fun again.
Thanks for the info. I just bought a used 7K (with 18-105 lens)for just under $300 I'm one of those film nuts that had to be dragged over to digital, so the journey has been gradual, but necessary. My goal is to find a used D3, D4 etc..., but that's out of my price range right now. I am a reporter for a newspaper and shoot my own photos. I've used a DF, which is great and which I still have, but I've been wanting something a little more user-friendly and rugged and less 'busy'. The little Canon Rebel my job gives me is no fun for me. I'm hoping the 7K will
My mistake for the mix-up. They say when you are overworked, three things are affected. One is memory loss and I forget the other two.
On a serious note, my suggestion still stands. Although the Nikon D3200 is an upgrade from the D3100 and an outstanding camera, it still lacks the more professional features of the Nikon D7000. (continued below)
I love my D7200, probably never going to sell it.
thanks LIAM NEESON for this review ;)!
hahaha. exactly same!
He doesn't know who you are, but he'll find you and take you a picture.
Hahahahaha
I just got me one this past week with only 1350 shutter clicks for $200.00 body only. Already ordered three lenses for it coming in a few days can't wait .
(Continued from above) - The D7100 has great color, sharpness, 51 AF points, allows transfer of images to smart phones or tablets, and even lets you shoot using your phone or tablet. Plus if you are looking for more megapixels, here it is, 24mp versus 16 on the D7000.
I am currently working on a video about the comparison of the Nikon D7000 and the D7100. It should be completed shortly.
Sir, I am planning to buy my first DSLR, what would you recommend D5300 or D7000?
D5300 comes with 18-15 + 70-300 kit
D7000 comes with 18-104 kit here in India.
The price of both these camera are almost same here in India...
Kivarli 1516 depends on what you're shooting, I have both and I think if you're doing video go for the d5300 but if you're doing primarily just photography I'd shoot with the d7000
Kivarli 1516
Image-wise, still Nikon D90 wins. The D7000 had dropped almost a half from it's original price while the D90 only dropped to at least 10% from it's original price since it was released in 2008. With the D7000 I can't get tack sharp photos even at full sharpness setting at the PICTURE CONTROL, using the same 18-105mm kit lens stopped at smaller aperture. The colors are not as vivid and brilliant as the D90. With the D90, I got thin hair line textures and glassy eye details. With the D7000, details were almost always subdued and washed.
Get the firm ware update to solve back focus issue on the d7000.
Yes, that is my favorite lens when doing the type of portraits I do. If I don't shoot wide open at f2.8 I may use f3.2 or f3.5. It depends how sharp I want the background to be.
Keep in mind when using a large aperture, your depth of field narrows and focus is more critical.
Thank you for the grace brilliant shooter. My grandfather just gave me a D7000 last week with a Nikkor 18-200MM lens and I’m on cloud 18 right now !!!!
Congratulations! I'm sure you'll love it. The D7000 is a great camera, even by today's standards.
thank you for your time... im trying to upgrade to a better professional camera .. i have a canon t3i. and i have learn very good but now i want more ha.....and it looks like im getting d7000
sorry but i just look in bestbuy and dont carry it anymore forgot to see how old was the video hahaha but tahnk you anyways i look around again
While the D7000 is a couple years old now, it still remains a good choice for someone looking to create professional images. I believe this camera will remain a classic for some time yet. And yes, it is still available from some camera dealers and can also be purchased on the pre-owned market for a really good price.
You can buy it from Amazon for less than 700 bucks now. That's that I did today :)
photofonz By the way, that you for the review! it was really helpful!!!
Am i the only one who thinks that he looks like Liam Neeson ?
Yes, the 50mm f1.4/f1.8 is a fairly popular choice for photojournalists and some aspects of portraiture. But , I prefer the focal length range and the outstanding quality I get from the 70-200mm f2.8 range, especially for the type of portraits I do.
It is also great for sports, action, fashion, etc. A bit pricey, but worth getting if you're serious about producing images with a professional telephoto perspective.
Both the Canon 60D and Nikon D7000 are outstanding and comparable in many ways. The choice would depend on what lens system you are using. Since I don't own a Canon 60D but am a happy owner and user of the Nikon D7000, I can only speak of Nikon from my experience and Canon from what I hear and read in reviews. (Continued below)
Any Nikon or Canon cameras not MADE IN JAPAN, I never trust
I fully agree
+oneistellingthetruth Good luck on finding a new camera made in Japan !
Fuji.
FEW Nikons are made in Japan now . So you don't have much choice . I have the D7000 , and it's a great camera . I also have a D80 / D5000 and P600 . All fine cameras .
Same for the 50mm 1.8 / 18-55mm and 55-200mm lens .
Am I spoiled that I'm 10 and I got this for my birthday
Yes I'm 13 with a broken 500D.
absolutely. but learn to use it and how photography works and you'll still use that camera when you're 20.
There are many fine lenses made by Nikon, each have their advantages and would depend on what you are trying to achieve.
For portraits, my favorite is the Nikkor 70-200mm f2.8 lens. For landscape and travel I use the 18-200mm lens, which is a great general purpose lens while giving you the advantage of going from a nice wide perspective of 18mm, then at the turn of your wrist you can go up to 200mm. For more info, I answered a similar question 2 days ago. Check the comments a little down below.
For sports photography in most cases you'll need a fast lens which means you'll most often shoot at a fast shutter speed and wide aperture to isolate the subject from the background. The lenses I like for this type of photography would be a 70-200 f2.8 zoom. Although not as fast a 70-200 f4 may also work for you.
If your budget allows, consider a 300mm f/2.8G ED VR II. Once you know how to use this lens, your photography will stand out from most of the rest. (continued below)
Hey guys im gonna buy a $5000 camera and a $2000 lens. I wanna sound cool and rich so help me out about photography and tell me how to spend my $7 Grand on something I have no clue about. (Face Palm @ the comments BELOW)
Are you... serious?
Either way, for 5000 dollars you can easily go full frame and get a 5D Mk III and an L lens.
He is obviously very serious.
I can't detect the sarcasm if it's there, lol
how much
Yes, when I heard some photographers were having focus issues I did some research. Some photographers complained of back focus problems.
I also noticed an occasional out of focus image. I believed it to be operator error (my fault). So I did a couple of focus tests using my 70-200mm f2.8 lens and found my camera was off my just a tiny bit so I made an AF adjustment to +10.
It is really not complicated and quite easy to do. I plan on doing a video about it shortly.
Few days away from 2020 and I love my D7000 and D2x. I have newer more expensive cameras like the d4s and d810 but....the old ones just still work SO well!
Continued from above) - I did several tests on my D7000 and found it was backfocusing a tiny bit, probably still within tolerence. I made the adjustment to -15 and now it tests on the money.
The auto focus adjustment is very simple to do. I will post a video about it shortly.
Still using mine in 2020. Capable camera. I can use AI lenses from the 1970's, and can even find pro lenses in the secondary market at bargain prices. One has to decide whether to do photography, or chase the newest most expensive technology available. Photography is an art.
Your lens choice would depend on what type of photography you will be doing and your budget. If the budget allows, I would consider the Nikon 70-200 f2.8 which is an outstanding lens for portraits. Another great lens which I have also is the Nikon 18-200 VR. This lens is fantastic for travel, scenics and even portraits if you can only take along one lens. A newer Nikon 18-300mm lens is now available and users seem to really like it. (continued below)
Thank you very much for taking the time in responding.
Greatly appreciated. I'll do some test shots and see what happens.
All my storm photography so far has been on my D7000 I got for $450 on Craiglist. It is certainly one of the most durable pieces of equipment I've ever owned. I had it on top of a cheap $15 tripod when I first started out and it took a nosedive in a gust of wind into the dirt. The lens broke but the camera was totally fine. Very solid construction.
I bought my in 2013 just after the 7100 had been released and the 7000 was at a better price , I did not realise how good the autofocus is , still in use today 2023
Yes, the Nikon D7000, D7100 & D7200 are still good even by today's standards. I also like the D7500, especially with the tilt/touch screen but I would like it even more if it had the dual card slots.
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When I heard about the focus issues on the D7000 I did quite a bit of research and found that it could be a problem with a certain lens not matching that particular camera body weather it was a Nikon D7000 or any other model or brand of camera. I then did a focus test and found my D7000 to be pretty accurate. You may want to do the same if this is a great concern before you buy the lens.
The best secondary settings for professional use would depend on what type photography they are doing. If you are a sports shooter, you may prefer your settings to be different than a portrait, wedding or commercial photographer. Still, it's pretty amazing all the options this camera and others make available to you.
For me, since I'm mostly a portrait, wedding and small product photographer, I don't use most of these settings. (Con't)
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When I was shooting in the film days, occasionally I would get soft images using my Hasselblad with it's super sharp lenses. But that was operator error on my part. Keep in mind, no one like to admit the focus issue is on their part. When shooting wide open and your subject is moving there is even a greater risk of getting images out of focus. (continued below)
I just bought the D7000 on Black Friday's sales Nov 23, 2012.I have to say that I love it already and it's only been a few hours. Built amazingly, fast, great feature set.
Don't wait for technology to constantly get better,get something you will use soon especially with the discounts they are offering. SLR's are around for many years so you know you will have it and it will take amazing pictures and videos in the future .Also thank you to photofonz for making the great review!
Thank you for the kind compliment. Absolutely the D7000 can be used professionally for weddings, portraits, etc. Although, it is classified a pro-sumer camera by some because of the body size and DX format, you can definitely use it professionally for weddings and portraits. Since professional is defined as someone participating for gain or livelihood in an activity or field of endeavor often engaged in by amateurs. (continued below)
My d7000 has served me well. Pair it with professional lenses and you have a great setup.
The clarity of that castle picture is captivating man
I bought my D7000 about year ago... Superb camera.. I am thinking going for FX format but I will still keep my D7000.. Its just one of the greatest cameras I have ever used..
Old but still good in 2019...I'm considering this as I'm on budget and my current camera has dead shutter.thanks for reviewing
The best lens to use with the Nikon D7000 is the lens that would give you the best results with the type of photography you are doing. As an example, my favorite lens for portraiture is the Nikon 70-200 f2.8 for most images. But, I also like to add some wide angle or fish eye effects to the session. And on a wedding, you probably would want to use the lenses I just mentioned, plus you may want to consider a good prime lens such as a 50mm, 35mm or 85mm (f1.8 or f1.4). (Continued below)
@MYTRB - Let's not leave out the the rest of the sentence when I stated .... "especially when you consider the price tag of only about $1200".
It's not just my opinion but many other photographers I have talked with who actually own or have shot the D7000.
I still think it "quite possibly may be" If Nikon makes one better I'd like to know about it, especially in the same price range.
When photographing for a client with my D7000, I usually set Card #1 to shoot raw. Card # 2 is set to shoot as back-up and Jpeg Fine. I usually end up using the Jpeg files though.
Anyone that remembers the film days and chance of loss or damage or early IBM Micro drives knows the risk of losing files on those drives if they broke down or you drop one since they contained mechanical components. IMHO having the 2nd memory card slot is worth the price of the camera alone, especially on a wedding.
I have D7000 since 3 years. And i will never sell it or leave it to someone else. It is a great camera indeed.
I was referring to and listed some of the improved features the Nikon D7000 has over the D90. As for the D7100, I still do not feel the need to upgrade from the D7000 to the D7100.
(Continued from above) - I am also doing more travel photos and events and the small size and cost of the bodies makes it even more of an advantage.
Since my wedding albums are usually 10x20 inch full spreads and my portraits are 24x36 inches at best, but usually 16x20 or 20x24 inches, the DX format fits my needs quite well along with some good quality lenses and I am very happy with the results.
I had real problems with my first D7000 but the replacement has been working like a charm. It's the best camera I have ever had and I never leave home without it these days! Thanks for the share, I agree whole heartedly. :)
When I personally use the Nikon D7000 for professional portraits and also at times during a wedding, I use my favorite Nikon lens and that is the 70-200mm f2.8. There is no substitute. I personally like using zoom lenses when you have to get the shot while still being able to fine tune the focal length you choose.
The other lens I use quite often for weddings, (see my other videos on this lens) is the Nikkor 18-200mm. (Continued below)
Continued from above - If you feel a bit frustrated using the D90 and you have the budget, then by all means go ahead. The D7000 still gives me great images at spectacular performance. That's why I don't have a need to upgrade to the D7100. The Nikon D7000 is at the top of it's class.
I was at a night club the other night with my D7000 and it's ability to find very accurate focus in near pitch black with strong backlit subjects is amazing, I couldn't see the faces of some of the people I shot, then I looked at the image and it was perfectly exposed and tack sharp. And the iso is fully usable in brighter situations at 12800 iso if you need that fast shutter speed. This is an amazing camera for the price.
Hello Photofonz - I owned this camera from the 1st day it came out, great job with weddings? Then, the D7500 came out and bought that as the new kid on the block and gave the D7000 to a young man who wanted to get into photography! The D7500 is a great choice but their are a few things missing like the 2 SD card slots, but learning how to use this to be the best of my ability? I guess if I go backwards I'll be the D500 or D7200?
(Con't from above)
Having been schooled in the film days I know ahead of time what I want my aperture to be as well as a shudder speed I can work with. I generally use the lowest iso I can work with to get me the settings I need to work with. The D7000 is so good at high isos, I feel confident shooting at iso 800 and even much greater.. When I first purchased the camera, I tested shooting at iso 6400 and the results were pretty amazing. (Con't)
The rotating bracket I use on my DSLR camera bodies is made by Justrite Bracket Co. The bracket I'm using that holds the rotating bracket is no longer made but is similar to the JustRite bracket. They are a good company to do business with. To see more information about this bracket see "Camera Bracket & Accessories". It is the video I made explaining and showing the brackets I use.
For being new, I’d have to congratulate you on your choice of lenses for landscapes & architecture photography. The Tokina 11-16mm is a fast and superb ultra wide great for outdoor landscapes and indoor/outdoor architecture.
The Sigma 17-70mm is reasonably fast and also very sharp and takes over where the Tokina leaves off at 16mm. A good 35mm f1.8 would also be a great addition to your lens collection. It would be great for low light and night photography and even portraits. (Continued below)
Thank you also. I posted a reply to your question below.
Regarding a suggestion for a multi purpose lens: As you realize, the best lens depends on what type of photography you will be using it for. More than likely you may get several lenses including some good prime lenses such as the Nikon 50mm f1.8 or 1.4.
But, an outstanding lens would be Nikon’s 18-200 VR lens. This is a good general purpose lens and great for travel since it could replace 2 or 3 other lenses.
I 'm very satisfied of my Nikon D7000,easy to manipulate and the quality of the pictures are great,ofcourse th camera and the Nikon lenses I use make the fantasic job.
Just bought a d3300. New to photography. Don't really know how to use it yet but some great pics so far. I got myself out of auto, and now using Aperture priority auto. Shooting raw, editing in Lightroom 5. Boom!
(Continued from above) - You also may want to consider a good prime (fixed focus) lens such as the 50mm or 85mm f1.4 or f1.8. Once you learn how to get the most out of these lenses, you should be able to take some amazing photographs.
I don't own a Sony Nex f3, but according to photographers who do and my own research, they are pleased. It certainly is a good low-priced interchangeable lens camera which also is very compact in size.
I also like the fact that it has a flip-out screen and external mic jack for video. It has excellent image quality and resolution at high ISOs. The fact that a camera of this size offers interchangeable lenses is also a big plus. Yes, I think it is an outstanding camera for beginner or advanced.
I enjoyed your review of the D7000. I had a D3200 for a few months. Unfortunately, the low light quality when shooting video of the D3200 was terrible (video noise) and the camera got wet (oops!). BestBuy couldn't fix the camera and they gave me my money back because I had purchased the extended warranty. I put that money towards a D7000 ($1200) and 55-300 mm lens ($400) on sale for $1250. Very happy with the purchase. It's a great camera!
I picked up a slightly used D3100 kit 18-55 lens from a pawn shop for $280. It was $300 but it didn't have the charger, so they gave me a break. It looks brand new and was purchased from Walmart 4 months ago. I know it's the bottom of Nikon's DSLR brand but it's my first DSLR and a good entry point. I love it, takes wonderful images even with the supplied 18-55. I shoot everyday, so much fun learning ISO, aperture, focus modes, shutter speed, etc. I would just go for the 7100, JMO.
I would say yes. Learn some of the basics of photography to get you started. You can shoot in one of the auto modes. Once you understand lighting, composition, etc. you are ready to start taking professional looking photos.
More important than the camera body is the lens. The type of lens that would benefit you would depend on the type of photography you wish to do. You can always start with a good general purpose lens such as the 18-200mm or 18-300mm and move up from there when you are ready.
Like the D90 before it is great. I used the D90 for 5 years
and it was used for my job as a pro model photographer.
I got my D7000 only this year beacuse I knew it would be
more than enough for me. It's wise to know what you will
use in terms of mp. I wait years for everyone to else to find
any problems with new cams before I buy them. It's a good
way of getting a great cam. And for less cash! my main
reason for upgrade for was 1080p real HD video.
+JAKE AWAKE Its such a lovely camera, enjoy the many years to come with it :D
I have had mine for nearly 3 years now!!
J_Grindel
I think smart photographers get to 'know' what gear works. They are not drawn away with the fear of not having the new camera. You know the saying: if it ain't broke , don;t fix it.
Exactly!! another saying that comes to mind, all the gear no idea!! you dont need a D4s to be a great photographer. This camera is brilliant :D
J_Grindel Weeks on, I have not done much with it yet! I have used my GF1 as it focuses front to back without having to hyper focus.
If you are considering purchasing a DSLR, even though you may not need, at the moment, all the features the Nikon D7000 offers, I would definitely recommend the D7000. If money is an issue, then consider the D5200.
But for the little difference in price, I would go for the D7000. And if you can swing it, I would consider the new D7100. I doubt you would regret it.
A good general purpose lens for this camera would be the 18-200mm or 18-300mm. You can always move up to a good prime lens later.
Yes, the Nikon D7000 does have an auto focus motor and works with every Nikon auto focus lens made since the 1980s. On my D7000 I use primarily Nikon lenses but also have Tamron & Sigma lenses and even an old Kiev lens that work but I've heard from other photographers there may be some off brand lenses that will not work with the Nikon D7000.
If you use manual focus lenses on the D7000 it will work but you will have to focus manually.
I use a Uni-Lock tripod. Have been using it for years, once you get used to it, it is hard going back to a regular style tripod. The Uni-Loc tripod not only has independent movement of the legs and centre column but also utilizes a single bent-bolt locking system. This bent-bolt system provides outstanding stability and balance that other tripods don't have. This along with my Manfrotto Grip action Ballhead is the ultimate in tripod speed and stability.
For Nature and Sports photography you may want to consider a fast telephoto lens such as a 70-200mm f2.8. Although this is a large, heavy and pricey lens, it gets spectacular results. If money is an issue you may want to consider the 18-200mm or 18/300mm lens. Although not as fast it is light weight, relatively small, great to travel with and is an excellent general purpose lens.
When you become more experienced, you may want to consider a good prime lens such as an 85mm, 50mm or 35mm lens.
no, the aperture on both FX and DX is the same, only forcal lenghth equivalent is different. Because the lens you're using is a Macro lens (you can see it says Micro on the box). If you are close to the subject to be focused, the maximum aperture will varry from 2.8-4.5 (the closer your subject are, the smaller (larger number) maximum aperture you have). If your subject is far enough, about 4-5 metres, you can get 2.8. Hope this helps. I also have this lens. Please ask if you have any question
Thank you. I did this video because I have the Nikon D7000 and believe it to be the finest camera in it's class and wanted to show what this camera is capable of.
Since I don't own the D7100 I can't give an honest opinion of it but only what I'm hearing and reading about it. Unless Nikon sends me one to review, I won't have one to compare it to my D7000.
I may do a video giving my opinions about comparing the D7000 against what I hear about the D7100.
I have used it with my Nikon 70-200 f2.8 VR lens on business portraits both indoors and out and the quality in sharpness and color was outstanding.
I plan on using it along with my D300 on a wedding that is scheduled next month. The lenses I plan on using are the Nikon 18-200 VR, Nikon 70-200 f2.8 VR, Sigma 15mm fish eye. I will also be using my Nikon Coolpix that was converted for B&W infrared photography. My assistant 2nd shooter will be using some prime lenses such as the 50mm f1.8 (con't)
If I were running a full fledged photography studio again, I would consider a full frame as one of my camera bodies and the D600 would probably be at the top of my list. Either that or a medium format Hasselblad, if I were doing extremely large images.
However, in my current situation of being semi-retired I am no longer looking for a high volume of business. The assignments I get now include occassional business portraits, head shots, weddings and some family portraits. (Continued below)
I used to shoot most everything on manual. This year I shoot quite a bit on aperture priority. If it's a tricky lighting situation, I'll shoot manual.
The D7000 does a great job when using automatic settings and the color coming right out of the camera is pretty amazing.
Hi Photofonz,
Thanks for sharing a great video to get me started as I will be getting my D7000 with the 18-105 lens in 3 days.
I am a newbee to a really great camera - my old Nikon Coolpix 5700 has served me very well for many, many years.
I'll be shooting a ton of jewelry & watches for my website & hopefully some videos as well.
I think by July - I'll be able to take some great shots @ my niece's wedding.
Keep up the good work!
I also heard rumors of a Nikon D7000 replacement coming early this year. But then I heard rumors of the replacement coming about 9 months ago. As a D7000 owner and user, I am still extremely happy with it’s quality, color and features and for a DX camera, I don’t think there is one that can currently match it. For video, it’s a different story. I’m not too happy with the focus issues when using the D7000 for video, especially on auto focus. (continued below)
I got this D7K since 2010. Still love it, no need upgrade to the D7100 for me.
I use it almost with fix lens (20mm f2.8D/35mm f1.8G/50mm f1.4D/Tamron 90mm f2.8) and it's simply great.
The Tokina 11-16mm work well on it too. Thanks for this review who said exactly what I think about this camera.
Continued from above) - As for lenses, if you had to, you could get by with one lens (18-20mm) until you have the budget for a good wide or fish eye lens, a fast tele zoom such as the 70-200 f2.8 or even f4. A good prime lens such as a 50mm or 85mm would also help round out what you need to easily get amazing images.
More importantly, if you are new to weddings, I would invest as much as you can on learning the art and craft. (Continued below)
Thank you! The Nikon D4 is a full frame (FX) sensor format compared to the DX sensor on the D7000. The D4 shoots faster, gives outstanding image quality at high ISOs. It is designed for the professional photographer who shoots sports or needs 10 FPS. It also has a rugged lightweight magnesium alloy body.
Most people don't need the high end features the D4 offers, but if you do this body is one of Nikon's best. (Continued below)
Your choice of Mode selection from S (shutter priority), A (Aperture priority) or M (Manual priority) would depend on what your subject is and your level of experience working with and knowing what effect aperture opening and shutter speed has in creating your image.
If you're looking to isolate the background from the subject then you would consider aperture priority (setting your lens wide or close to wide opening) and the camera would calculate shutter speed. (Continued below)
I just bought a D7000 yesterday and I AM SOOO excited for my 1st DSLR -- last time I had a SLR was a Minolta XGM (yes I am dating myself lol) --looks like I will b having an enjoyable future w this camera .. ty for the tutorials :) will b watching quite frequently
I just happen to own this lens and had it for over 10 years. I can't say anything bad about this lens. It's been a real workhorse for my portraits and weddings. I like the fact that it's a fixed f2.8 and also macro.
Some professional photographers use this this lens for video also. I don't use it as much as I had in the past since I mainly use the Nikon 70-200 f.28 VR and 18-200 VR lens. But I feel this lens is a great workhorse and you can't go wrong at this price. Many pros agree.
The rotating bracket mounted on my D7000 is made by JustRite. It allows me to quickly flip the camera into a vertical position when mounted onto either a bracket ot tripod. To see more about it and other brackets, see my other video, "Camera Bracket & Accessories".
I do very little food photography but quite a bit of small product, portrait and wedding photography. For food photography, any good DSLR would give you the capability of achieving outstanding images. I would consider the Nikon D5200 (flip out screen), D7000 or D7100. If the budget allows, I would go for the D7100 or D7000.
One other element to keep in mind is lighting, which is one of the most important elements in creating an outstanding image, especially in food photography. (Con't below)
(Continued from above) - If you are looking for a Full Frame (FX), I would consider the Nikon D600. It's $900. less and puts you closer to your budget. A friend of mine just bought one and brought it over recently. He loves it and it's a relatively small size as well. If I were looking for a Full Frame (FX), I would consider the D600.
Sold my D5100 and bought a used D7000, I'm so happy with it.
Both the Nikon D5100 and now the D5200 are great cameras. They don’t have as many pro features as the D7000 which some enthusiasts may not need. The D5100 is currently priced at about $497 in the USA which is a great buy for a superb camera.
Yes, I always do post processing on my images that get used whether it's on-line, in albums or portraits. Most of the post processing I do is retouching, adjust levels and sometimes add effects such as soft focus, vignetting and misty effects.
I feel now even more blessed to have gotten a D7000 during black friday deal in Nov. 2012. I am new to DSLR but decided to jump to a great camera and it came with two free lenses (plus free bag and memory cards etc) for $1200! I feel good after your review that I made the right choice. It has so many features that I am yet to learn, starting with some basics indeed :) Thanks for the wonderful review.
I just purchased my Nikon D7000 with the lens kit last week! I love it! I am a newbie, coming from a Coolpix lol lol I just know you will enjoy the D7000. My brain is on overload : ) Good Luck Denis!
Both the Nikon D7000 and Canon 7D are outstanding cameras at a similar price range. I chose the D7000 because I already own quite a few Nikon mount lenses. I especially like my 70-200 f.28 VR zoom lens.
However, one of my assistants owns the 7D and is quite happy with it.
I am especially impressed with the speed of focusing and quality of images coming out of this camera. With the type of photography I do, portraits and some weddings, I don't have a problem with the buffer speed at all.
Fantastic thanks so much! I've been on your website all day and I've learnt so much and I love how honest you are about things and the fact that you always show images you've taken!
2020 still a D7000 user ✌🏻😎