I think the D300 (or D300S) offers the best value for photography out of any of the Nikon DX DSLRs. Here are affiliate links to where you can buy one. I get money for purchases made through them. See the description for the complete disclaimer. eBay: ebay.us/oDgBEY Amazon: amzn.to/4fSEGX8 KEH: shrsl.com/4t092
D300 is not a strong low light camera, but it rocks during the day. Can't believe It went for seventeen hundred back in the day and now you can find a good one for under three hundred. I bought the Nikon DX 17-55 F2.8 for around $1200 and used it for weddings. Night time I just used a flash and got amazing results.
I feel a need to point out that the D7100, D7100 and D7200, As well as the Dx00 range have the advantage of being able to use AI-S lenses with focus confirmation and light metering.
I have a D300s with a 24mm f2.8 for video and stills. My favourite everyday camera is a Nikon D40x with an 18 70 afs DX with a 10meg cc'd sensor. Lovely colours and super fast autofocus.
Wow. Watching collecting old memories... Nice Review about all basic to advanced levels of Nikon Body. The Best Dx body : D40, D90 , D7200( Workhorse) & D500( Master of DX)
I sold my Pentax medium format camera to buy the D70 😂 I wanted to get with the times, but looking back that was extremely stupid. The image quality and sharpness of that Pentax destroys even top quality digital cameras today. It was just a pain to get film processed and the weight of the camera was ridiculous.
I agree with most of this. I think for most people, they will be happiest with the newest camera their budget can handle. I had the D200 with a CCD sensor, and I really don't recommend most people bother with CCDs unless they want to experiment. At base ISO it did look nice, but they're not anything magical, and the terrible high ISO performance is really limiting for general photography. And of course, good advice stay away from anything that doesn't take an SD card.
the d90 was the first and only dslr i had used and it was broken (manual with manual lenses only, no built in flash or most electronics). it was how i got into proper photography and i wish i could try it in full working order. my biggest problem was the lacking live view since i can't efficiently use the viewfinder with manual lenses.
If were shopping for a CCD Nikon I would seriously consider the D200 > D70. Why? ... Mg body over plastic, 10.9Mpxl sensor over 6Mpxl, 2.5" 230kPx LCD screen over 1.8" 130 kPx, ISO 100-3200 over 200-1600 and 1/8000th flash synch over 1/3000th. Downside ... D200 is 960 grams over 680 grams and current used price of about $120 over $50. The CF card issue is easily solved, i.e. $15 can buy an SD to CF adapter on Amazon or BH, etc. So to me, the D200 while 10 ounces heavier and an initial $70 more (less SD converter) gives a MUCH superior image and performance. I've had a D200 since they came out and still use it along with a D7000. All my Ai, Ais and AF lenses work on both. I also use the same lenses (via an adapter) on a Fuji X-T20 (MF only). Of course this is my opinion, but the history I've had with the D200 has made me think I could use it to bludgeon an attacker too. Thanks for a great video exploring the myriad options. Well done!
My Nikon DXs: D40X for the CCD sensor, D3100 for full-spectrum, and D7000 for general stills use. I got a good price on all of them. I'm mostly a Canon shooter, and for those rare occasions when I think full-frame is required, I have a 5D. So no need for a full-frame Nikon.
My mom got an insanely good deal on a second hand D5300 with a sigma 105mm macro lens for like 250 euros I think. There was some mold on the polarizer filter that was on the lens but we just took that off and it was perfectly fine. Honestly we were only going for the lens but this meant my mom got a slight upgrade from her D3300. I was given a coolpix P900 but because I really wanted a DSLR and my mom wanted a light and versatile camera with a zoom big enough for wildlife stuff, we traded so now I got myself a very decent camera. I mainly shoot film but it's nice to have that direct feedback on the screen when I wanna do some more experimental artsy stuff like intentional camera movement or intricate flash setups and when I have the time, I wanna dive into really learning how to shoot digital well. I found that I can't trust digital to do what I want like I can with film but that's probably just because I'm used to one and not the other.
Always love your videos! Need your help on this one please.. So my Nikon d5300 LCD got blanked and it will cost about 180 USD for repairs. I trek alot and mostly shoot landscapes and astro with Tokina 11-16mm and 50mm prime lens in harsh weather conditions of Himalayas. Looking for upgrade, my requirement are: 1) Good Battery life 2) Weather sealed, robust but lightweight body 3) Cheap (Under 1000 USD including a wide lens) 4) Looking for great photography dslr and dont expect great video capabilities Which camera would you recommend? How about Nikon d7500 which would be compatible with my current lenses as well? Or would you recommend anything else? Any Canon/ Sony apsc a6400 (I will have to sale my lenses in that case) Thanks in advance!
I have D70, D80, D200, D300, D700 and D5300.. previously have owned D70s & D5100. I wouldn't bother with any D3xxx model. D5300 has WiFi and GPS and a fully articulating 3.2in LCD (1million pixel) screen that folds backwards to protect when not needed. It has no anti allias filter on its 24mpxl CMOS sensor. Has no in body focus motor [screw drive] for motorless lenses. 5fps +/- 5stops exp comp, stereo int mic & 3.5mm jack with full manual control and LCD levels meter, FHD 60fps Mpeg-4 H.264, wired or infra red remotes options, pop-up flash, face detect AF with live view (inc manual focus assist & magnification 5stage), 30sec > 1/4000th [flash sync 1/200th], timelapse control, AE & WB bracketing, 14bit RAW, ISO 100>12800, just 480g inc battery. Only significant frustration is a 3 second delay after taking in live view before mirror resets and live view is restored for next shot readiness. All in all though a very fine stills dslr travel camera and a great tripod mounted std HD video shooter allowing upto 10min clips. Good partner for 18-55mm & 55-200mm VRII kit lenses. I found the VR on gen 1 50-200mm can die too soon. 😢
The D3300 comes without the optical low-pass filter that was still in use up until the D3200, making it sharper. With respect to the D500, I think one needs to separate as to how good a camera it is and whether it is worth getting. In terms of the latter, I'm not so sure. The cheapest two D500 on eBay that ship to my country sell for over $500 and are at around 1.5x the rated shutter life. I don't consider that a particularly good deal for a camera that is now nine years old. Seems to me that anyone thinking about getting a D500 now is well advised to consider taking the plunge into mirrorless, unless they absolutely want a DSLR.
I have purchased 3 d80's online and none of them worked. I stay away from d80's. A 32gb card on a 6mp camera will probably get you 3k images. That's plenty.
I think the D300 (or D300S) offers the best value for photography out of any of the Nikon DX DSLRs. Here are affiliate links to where you can buy one. I get money for purchases made through them. See the description for the complete disclaimer.
eBay: ebay.us/oDgBEY
Amazon: amzn.to/4fSEGX8
KEH: shrsl.com/4t092
D300 is not a strong low light camera, but it rocks during the day. Can't believe It went for seventeen hundred back in the day and now you can find a good one for under three hundred. I bought the Nikon DX 17-55 F2.8 for around $1200 and used it for weddings. Night time I just used a flash and got amazing results.
I feel a need to point out that the D7100, D7100 and D7200, As well as the Dx00 range have the advantage of being able to use AI-S lenses with focus confirmation and light metering.
I think the D7500 is a superb DX Nikon dslr. TBH, twinned with good glass and it’s hard to beat in the dslr field.
I have a D300s with a 24mm f2.8 for video and stills.
My favourite everyday camera is a Nikon D40x with an 18 70 afs DX with a 10meg cc'd sensor. Lovely colours and super fast autofocus.
Your videos deserve more views. Keep up the good work.
Very nice reviews just brings back lots of memory. I cant agree more on D500 I still keep it and love it.
Wow. A whole lot of info here. Very fun to watch you sift through.
Wow. Watching collecting old memories...
Nice Review about all basic to advanced levels of Nikon Body.
The Best Dx body : D40, D90 , D7200( Workhorse) & D500( Master of DX)
My first DSLR was the D70. Bought it new. It’s travelled the world and still works perfectly. Used in combo with my D7500 and Z50.
I sold my Pentax medium format camera to buy the D70 😂 I wanted to get with the times, but looking back that was extremely stupid. The image quality and sharpness of that Pentax destroys even top quality digital cameras today. It was just a pain to get film processed and the weight of the camera was ridiculous.
I agree with most of this. I think for most people, they will be happiest with the newest camera their budget can handle. I had the D200 with a CCD sensor, and I really don't recommend most people bother with CCDs unless they want to experiment. At base ISO it did look nice, but they're not anything magical, and the terrible high ISO performance is really limiting for general photography. And of course, good advice stay away from anything that doesn't take an SD card.
I have a D200 and a D300. The D300 is by far the better camera technically but the D200 is what I use more as the colours are far nicer (IMO).
the d90 was the first and only dslr i had used and it was broken (manual with manual lenses only, no built in flash or most electronics). it was how i got into proper photography and i wish i could try it in full working order. my biggest problem was the lacking live view since i can't efficiently use the viewfinder with manual lenses.
If were shopping for a CCD Nikon I would seriously consider the D200 > D70. Why? ... Mg body over plastic, 10.9Mpxl sensor over 6Mpxl, 2.5" 230kPx LCD screen over 1.8" 130 kPx, ISO 100-3200 over 200-1600 and 1/8000th flash synch over 1/3000th. Downside ... D200 is 960 grams over 680 grams and current used price of about $120 over $50. The CF card issue is easily solved, i.e. $15 can buy an SD to CF adapter on Amazon or BH, etc. So to me, the D200 while 10 ounces heavier and an initial $70 more (less SD converter) gives a MUCH superior image and performance. I've had a D200 since they came out and still use it along with a D7000. All my Ai, Ais and AF lenses work on both. I also use the same lenses (via an adapter) on a Fuji X-T20 (MF only). Of course this is my opinion, but the history I've had with the D200 has made me think I could use it to bludgeon an attacker too. Thanks for a great video exploring the myriad options. Well done!
A high MP, DX with a full fame lens is the way to go, glass, glass, glass.
Re the D70 sticky rubber, I used silicone graphite spray (one a rag) and rubbed it. Takes the sticky off it.
My Nikon DXs: D40X for the CCD sensor, D3100 for full-spectrum, and D7000 for general stills use. I got a good price on all of them. I'm mostly a Canon shooter, and for those rare occasions when I think full-frame is required, I have a 5D. So no need for a full-frame Nikon.
My mom got an insanely good deal on a second hand D5300 with a sigma 105mm macro lens for like 250 euros I think. There was some mold on the polarizer filter that was on the lens but we just took that off and it was perfectly fine. Honestly we were only going for the lens but this meant my mom got a slight upgrade from her D3300. I was given a coolpix P900 but because I really wanted a DSLR and my mom wanted a light and versatile camera with a zoom big enough for wildlife stuff, we traded so now I got myself a very decent camera. I mainly shoot film but it's nice to have that direct feedback on the screen when I wanna do some more experimental artsy stuff like intentional camera movement or intricate flash setups and when I have the time, I wanna dive into really learning how to shoot digital well. I found that I can't trust digital to do what I want like I can with film but that's probably just because I'm used to one and not the other.
Always love your videos!
Need your help on this one please..
So my Nikon d5300 LCD got blanked and it will cost about 180 USD for repairs.
I trek alot and mostly shoot landscapes and astro with Tokina 11-16mm and 50mm prime lens in harsh weather conditions of Himalayas.
Looking for upgrade, my requirement are:
1) Good Battery life
2) Weather sealed, robust but lightweight body
3) Cheap (Under 1000 USD including a wide lens)
4) Looking for great photography dslr and dont expect great video capabilities
Which camera would you recommend?
How about Nikon d7500 which would be compatible with my current lenses as well?
Or would you recommend anything else? Any Canon/ Sony apsc a6400 (I will have to sale my lenses in that case)
Thanks in advance!
great series.
I still see d500's at Big sporting events
I have D70, D80, D200, D300, D700 and D5300.. previously have owned D70s & D5100. I wouldn't bother with any D3xxx model. D5300 has WiFi and GPS and a fully articulating 3.2in LCD (1million pixel) screen that folds backwards to protect when not needed. It has no anti allias filter on its 24mpxl CMOS sensor. Has no in body focus motor [screw drive] for motorless lenses. 5fps +/- 5stops exp comp, stereo int mic & 3.5mm jack with full manual control and LCD levels meter, FHD 60fps Mpeg-4 H.264, wired or infra red remotes options, pop-up flash, face detect AF with live view (inc manual focus assist & magnification 5stage), 30sec > 1/4000th [flash sync 1/200th], timelapse control, AE & WB bracketing, 14bit RAW, ISO 100>12800, just 480g inc battery. Only significant frustration is a 3 second delay after taking in live view before mirror resets and live view is restored for next shot readiness. All in all though a very fine stills dslr travel camera and a great tripod mounted std HD video shooter allowing upto 10min clips. Good partner for 18-55mm & 55-200mm VRII kit lenses. I found the VR on gen 1 50-200mm can die too soon. 😢
The D3300 comes without the optical low-pass filter that was still in use up until the D3200, making it sharper. With respect to the D500, I think one needs to separate as to how good a camera it is and whether it is worth getting. In terms of the latter, I'm not so sure. The cheapest two D500 on eBay that ship to my country sell for over $500 and are at around 1.5x the rated shutter life. I don't consider that a particularly good deal for a camera that is now nine years old. Seems to me that anyone thinking about getting a D500 now is well advised to consider taking the plunge into mirrorless, unless they absolutely want a DSLR.
Yes, your local market determines what's a good or bad deal.
D7100 has a rubbish buffer making it next to useless for action sports and birding. Damn shame really because otherwise it’s a fine camera.
Love my D300. Still a capable camera in 2025......but it is rather old. Fortunately, not too expensive to buy.
That's why it's important to own multiple bodies. Easy situations get the older gear.
I use my D300, D700 and D3 with complete satisfaction.🏆🏆🏆
You've got the holy trinity of bodies!
@OutsidetheShot Best era for digital Nikon 👍🏆
I have purchased 3 d80's online and none of them worked. I stay away from d80's. A 32gb card on a 6mp camera will probably get you 3k images. That's plenty.
Taking pics with your phone is the same thing as taking a phone call with your camera.
Tried that. I burst my eardrum when I jammed my 70-200 in my ear!
@paulsimmonds2030 so a 70-200mm is not suitable as an airpod?😆
whats up with the ph flag? 😁