Nikon D7100 Review
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 11 ก.ย. 2024
- In this episode, we'll take a look at the new Nikon D7100. The top of the line for DX size sensors, this is quite a machine. Low light performance, sharpness and video are certainly highlights. Join me as we take a closer look at this wonderful camera.
As an 'old' retired guy who once dabbled in 35mm film photography with a rudimentary yet fully capable darkroom ... I chose the D7100 a year or two ago with which to enter the realm of digital photography. Absolutely no regrets and I enjoy shooting with this camera every time I take it afield. This l'il beast is *SO* capable it blows my mind and I'm never at a loss to use it. I get others feel the same about their camera(s) of choice which is precisely the point. LUV the D7100, learning as I go, and thoroughly enjoying the experience(s). Cheers for a great review and will very much enjoy learning experientially as well as via tutelage such as is available here. Cheers!
Long time owner from new D7000, this review convinced me to jump up.
Nine years later and still one of Nikon's finest cameras. A true legend!
Agreed I bought mine few months ago second hand with lenses
Great review. I have had the fine D7000 since new. In looking at 7200/7500/5600 models, this D7100 is my pick. Support for legacy lenses is a huge deal for me. There are some fine fast lenses out there, why not use them?? Maybe a D500 would be a second cam, but for now, this is great.
@@vincentbinsoy6452 this great review convinced me!
Picking one up tomorrow in excellent condition for the equivalent of US$200... This one is for the kids. Can't wait to use it too hahaha 😉
Just got one on fb marketplace for $200. Including 2 dx lenses. Will be a backup or alternative to my D750. Woo hoo.
This is one of the best all-around reviews I've seen of this camera (or any product). He's articulate, unbiased and communicates in a way that's knowledgable yet easy to understand. Keep up the good work!
George Clooney talking about photography....great...!
respect...
great share
You can get the 7100 with lens kit on sale now on www.photolg.com/newcameras for anyone looking for this model.
The zoom lens kit makes for a great walk around combo.
thanks
Charalampos Leventis lmao!!! thank you for posting this 3 years ago 😌
There is no physical possibility for D7100 to change the aperture during video recording. It's dictated by the way camera is constructed. Whenever the mirror is lifted and the sensor is exposed, aperture locks mechanically. To change it, mirror must flip back and you are losing live view. Same for D600. Other than that, a great review.
Correct!
Of course you can change aperture during video. Just use older lenses with aperture ring...
Really? Then why can the D750 do it? ... Answer: Nikon purposely dumming down their lower models in order to create purchasing motivation toward more expensive models... They could fix it in minutes by updating the firmware if they really wanted to... How do you know that it's "physically impossible" - Are you a mechanical Engineer? ... Most likely the mechanics are exactly the same between models. It's all about money.
Great Review! Not quite a year ago life's circumstances afforded me an opportunity to dip my toe into digital photography after leaving the film/darkroom world in my rear view mirror many, many, years ago. The camera I opted for was a D7100. I continue to use this camera and as of this writing, 4/24/17, it has never let me down. I am enchanted by the results I can attain with such a modestly priced body. Yes, it's 'just' a DX camera yet I find the achievable results, when I do my part, sublime.
Thanks for such a thorough and sincere review of 'my' camera. ;)
All the Best
Thanks for explaining the digital rangefinder focusing system, i do use my manual focus lenses and spent all day looking for a more in depth reviews on this feature and you were the only one that even mentioned it ... thanks!
The dial on the back is called a "Command Dial", not "Selector Switch", but I agree, it's an awesome camera.
No, it does NOT replace the D7000, Nikon was very clear about that. Both cameras are still in current production a year and a half after the introduction of the D7100 Also he calls it APC, but it is APS-C. I assume he is nervous or in quite a hurry!
Hi Ted, I'm a new-comer here and I have to say that I personally loved this video! As an owner of this particular camera model, I really loved the way you went into some of the specs. Subscribed! Keep up the good work!
Thanks! I've had a D-7100 for a couple of years but still learned some things from your review.
I've been shooting with this camera since early 2014, finally going to upgrade to the D850 soon. Going to buy a 24-70 f/2.8 VR lens to go with it. So excited!!
Ted is seeing the light and realising it's all about the gear. Respect.
Thank you for the amazing review. I usually go to other channels for reviews, but the others either have not even mentioned this camer or the review was crap. This was very well put together and incredibly helpfull for me to make a buying decision. Thanks again!
I'm watching this in 2020 and is considering buying it!
This is probably one of the best reviews of this camera I have seen. Also, thumbs up for great audio quality.
Very good point. Also, when you are actually taking a photo outside of live view, the aperture doesn't change until you take the photo. You change the setting and then the aperture will close to that setting just as the photo is being taken. That's why you need a preview button to see the effect through the viewfinder.
I agree with the tone of most of the posts before mine. Ted, your strength is the "art" and "philosophy" of photography. I believe that is the reason most of us tune in. There are many, many, many reviews of current cameras as they hit the market. PLease do yourself and all of us a favor and stay with your core strengths and beliefs (i.e., the art and philosophy), that is what makes you unique in the interweb world of cameras.
I thought I broke my lens when I had braketing on. I got my d7100 as an open box from Best buy and love it! I am working on getting a prime lens to add to my collection.
I'm sure you are in two minds about this Ted. You have worked so hard to promote the ART of photography and I dare say that is why the vast majority of your CURRENT viewers are with you. But I will wager this: this will be one of your most-viewed videos, and you will gain a new audience, some of whom will stay on for more of your art-oriented films. That is good for them and good for you. In the meantime you have delivered a fine review, and you won't lose viewers over the occasional review.
By far the best review I've seen on this camera. I'm waiting for my delivery and can't wait.
I shoot mostly full frame (D610, D750 and D780) ....the last APSC camera that I've owned was the D40 bought this one super mint with 5K clicks at a bargain price and Im super blown away..might as well make this my walk-around camrra with the amazing 35mm DX!
Thanks for the review ! Glad to hear the new sensor worked out on this one. Great News!
Great job...thanks for uploading. Bought the D7100 as an upgrade from my D90. Sweet camera but still getting used to the features, etc.
I might have enjoyed this video, but It's hard to listen to someone who talks like a speed reader. I do have this camera and I had a d7000 .Its a great camera. Hope to see this video again when I can slow it down.
LOL true
Thanks for the great review. Much appreciated as I will be buying this in the next month as a replacement for my D40
great share on this camera love it
You can get the nikon 7100 with lens kit on sale now on photolg.com/newcameras
as d300 owner I was surprised by that new bracketing feature
I love your channel man, super knowledgable, and really pleasant vibe you put out, so lucky i found your channel, keep it up !
I want to buy a camera like this for taking pictures and videos of cars driving by. Would this be good for what i want to do?
Your videos are much improved by watching at half speed.
Hi Ted,
I find that your videos are by far the best videos on photography that I know of. Because of that I fully support this video the same as all the others. Somebody who puts over 130 FREE videos with GREAT content on TH-cam, from which many profitize, should have the right to do a little commercial work as well. In fact, I wouldn't mind if one out of five or ten videos would be of such nature, as long as the others keep the high quality standards that we are used to.
Best,
Marko
Excellent review, which I thank you for!
It is actually your review that has pushed me towards the d7001 more than any other review I have seen.
I have a d3000 at present, so the d7001 is going to be a really fantastic upgrade for me, as anyone would have to agree.
Once again: thank you foe your excellent review :) Cheers!
Excellent review, I have just bought a D7100 so this review will be used several times in the next few months.
if you dont have lots invested in expensive lenses then dont bother with the D600 because you wont notice much difference in quality but theprice is much higher, it has also had a lot of issues since its release. The D700 was awesome but for me the new video frame reates, new autofocus system, and better low light performance is plenty enough reason for me to upgrade.
Been drewling for this camera a while now, but damn this review really sold me! Cant wait to get to afford it and buy it :)
yudontsay and its ordered :D
yudontsay You will not believe how good it is. I love mine.
+yudontsay really? even though this review was done three years ago?
it is still one of the best crop sensor camera, you don't always need the latest stuff. better get this camera that is now cheaper and invest in good lens instead of getting some high end FX nikon with bad lens.
I did buy it long time ago ;) very happy with it :D
This is such a thorough and helpful video! Totally helped me make up my mind about upgrading from my d90 :)
0:18 and 0:26 you say "APC sensor". APS-C as in reference to Advanced Photo System in "Classic" orientation. Cheers
I noticed this too.
FYI if I understand your meaning, I'm pretty sure the 7000 has the focus assist and bracketing (only a 3 shot bracket though).
These are not new features.
Thanks for you show Ted, really enjoy it.
Great review, great camera. Bought it three weeks ago and I'm completely in love with it.
Is it worth it in 2020
Or there's best alternatives now ?
Thanks. I just got a D7100. I am going to enjoy the control it gives me.
Nice video. one of my favorite features on the D7100 is the Spot White balance. Very easy and convenient. Auto distortion is good but slows down the FPS, plus it only works on Nikkor lenses. I was going to go with the D600 but couldn't justify the extra $800.
the aperture problem in video mode wont be solved with a firmware, because a mechanikal part is missing from the body, not a softwerical part!
Some people just high on lifer guys! I love this review. Thank you.
Thanks. I had to get my D7100 replaced because the Stereo Mic was defective. Works good now. FYI for those who may have a microphone problem.
I'm eagerly awaiting the arrival of my d7100. I can't help but smile a little when people talk about noise at higher ISO settings. In film days, ISO400 (ASA, then), was fast. It will be interesting to compare the 7100 at high ISO settings vs. some of my old Ektachrome 400 transparencies that were push-processed to 1600. I'm thinking that when I need the speed, the noise isn't going to be as bad as the old days of graininess...
Quite right,! Just what I was thinking. In fact, even my old D90 has plenty of those features! I wonder if Ted has been using this type of camera lately. Other than that, great presentation of the camera, although lacking novelty. Thanks Ted!
Nice review. I've been watching a lot of reviews on this camera. Yours is awesome... Just subscribed. Thanks.
For videos, I recommend the 35mm f/1.8G. The lens is cheap and great for various uses. However, if you have a high budget, and you're looking for lenses better than your kit lens, then I would recommend the 17-55mm f/2.8. It cost $1.3K, but has amazing performance.
Great review.. I've finalised D7100 after watching review.. I was confused between D5300 and D7100.. Thanks!
Terrific review. I had the D7000 and it was ripped off. Insurance allowed me to replace it with the D7100. Looking for a full frame now. Thanks!
even your camera reviews are educational, thanks Ted
Thanks Marko
I meant the video live view ofcourse :)
About the compesation in photo live view - live view only raises the mirror but does NOT close the aperture - that's why You don't see any change. In analogy it does close the aperture in video live view, that's why You can't change it while in that view.
The photo live view closes the aperture either when the "depth of field preview" button is pressed (you can assign it in the menu) or when You take a picture.
Cheers from Poland :)
sure, you can turn camera in LiveView mode and the mirror goes up. in this mode you can shoot, but focusing is contrast based
For manual focus you probably want to change focus screen, modern autofocus screens are pretty hard to focus bellow F/4. You'll experience great improvements with a focus screen designed for precision manual focus. Regarding the camera, Nikon offerings have been amazing lately, while Canon have failed to impress me. However the amount of vintage lenses adaptable to Canon is mind blowing, and Sony NEX even more so, due to shorter lens mounts. And Nikon lenses expensive compared to m42 etc
D200, D300, D300s also have multiple exposures up to 9 or 10 frames. The D7100 is still coming short in a few areas for me. I certainly don't consider it "top of the line". It has its advantages, but it does nothing for me that I can't get out of a D300s. I'll wait for those extras when they finally get around to releasing a D400. Sorry Ted, decent review, but you can tell you don't have much experience with Nikon dslrs. :)
well, i dont if it is problem, its the way it works. DLSR main focusing system is phase based - measuring phase difference it can determine how much to move optical elements in lens to get right focus. Its the like, get distance, compute, send command to lens, and you have focus. Contrast based focusing is looking for contrast in picture. There is none when you dont have focus. So it is trying to move lens elements back and forward - sometimes called "focus hunting".
Hey Ted not to go off topic but have you heard of Vivian Maier? Saw her book today at the bookstore and she is awesome. She did street photography of 1940s New York. At least the book was in that era.
Have you done an episode on street photography yet? Could use some tips as Im a little shy of taking pictures of strangers. Dont wanna get beat up or anything lol But yeah in some of her pics, her subjects seem to be caught off guard sometimes.
The Best Review ever of this camera,... I am glad i subscribed to your channel!!!
Lot of features you're saying "they added" that Nikon dslrs have had for years. My D200 had the same AF dot in the viewfinder for MF lenses, and it'll work with pretty much any lens, not just ai/ai-s., and the D200 & D300s both have higher bracketing options.
Magnesium frame, a mic input, moisture resistant and dual SD slots, lots of pluses. It will be my next cam, currently have a d3100.
I also have the D3100. I recently purchased the D7100. The 3100 is a great camera but it's comparable to a Honda Civic - a good car but a basic car. The 7100 is on another level entirely - comparable to a BMW. They've since come out with the 7200 but the 7100 is still being sold and it's a great camera and $300 less.
Great review but you should put you hands on Pentax K-3 which is, in my opinion at least, greatest APS-C sensored camera you can buy nowdays. Too bad that Pentax donesn't have full-frame.
Great review! This will be my very first dslr, and I can't wait to get my hands on it soon!
I am sad to say that you didn't seem to belive what you were saying. I am a big fan of yours because you usualy deliver great content and you are genuinly passionate about what you are doing; I undersatnt that sometimes there is a need for comercial but I do not approve of it... reviews are deffinitly not yor domain. on the other hand you convinced me to get into Pinterest... that could be the kind of commercial video that would suite you... hope you take into account my oppinion.
That's a real nightmare situation. Good to know the D7100 can hold up to a little bit of rain. Most cameras would have been toast.
Would this camera be great to use now?
nice review. glad the internal af is included on this and like the locking mech on the selector. :)
Just dumped my dinosaur D300S to get the D7100 and it's so much better. Newer technology, lighter, less expensive by a huge margin, better low-light performance.
great stuff ,loved the video and just been out and brought my D7100 ...Thank you,
no doubt. I got my new d7100 got wet because of light rain shower on its maiden photo hunting in Indonesia, she's just fine.. :) it was like 30 minute rain, I was rushing my rented motorcycle back to my hotel in Bali, nowhere to stop other than to go straight through the rain. Tried to cover my camera with my shirt, yet she was still getting wet.
This is great Ted - more camera reviews please. And rename the channel to The Gadgets Of Photography?
the Aperture problem is apparently mechanical issue (same as in D600, 3200, 7000, and now 5200) i sure wish it could be fixed with firmware but doesn't sound like it can be.
i have D7100 and its pretty GREAT, but if I had the chance I would go with D600.
I think you should check out the D7000. Almost every feature you described on here is exactly the same on the D7000. You might be as impressed and save yourself some cash.
Very good review. Camera is amazing, I am to get it soon.
I honestly don't think the LiveView issues are gonna be fixed in an update because it hasn't been fixed in the D600 or even in the old D7000. It might not even be possible to fix with a software update at all.
Amazing review... I have it for a month now, and it's a great camara
Thanks for the review and moving through the features very well.
Not going to get into the full technical details here, but no firmware update can fix the aperture live view "issue". Its like that by design..and the hardware that would require that functionality just isnt in the camera. (sorry if this was already mentioned). A quick google search should yield you a long exhausting elaboration on this.
Great review, it's much appreciated. Don't let the troll comments get you down.
If you like low light shooting, why not going for full frame and get the D600 which is far superior in low light shooting?
i just watched another video of you the other day and it looked as if you colored your hair (grey) maybe you need to check your white balance or change camera brands, wait i just took a picture of me with a new fuji and it made my hair look grey also. Maybe I will buy a D7100 so I can look young and macho like you do in this video. 🥰
what's the wrong with a camera review.
This channel needs more visibility
plus it's a nice review.
2 SD Cards. They can be used to do 1 Raw and 1 JPEG, Movie to one card, stills to the other, over flow mode.
Great video! ... Well, its been two years now and Nikon still hasn't fixed the aperture in live view issue yet. In fact, the new D7200 still has the same issue! ... Nikon had a chance to fix this issue at a hardware level and decided not to...Thanks. :(
Nikon D7100 is still the best value available in the Nikon lineup... even today 3 years later.
The aperture problem in live view isn't going to get fixed. This was a huge complaint with the D7000 that everyone prayed for a firmware update for, and it never happened. If they didn't update it in the D7100, they're probably not planning on it.
Great review.
Firmware has fixed the exposure in live view for stills, when updating the aperture it will no reflect this on the screen, however this is for stills live view only! Firmware c1.01
Actually, maybe not a bad idea to have separate titles called "The Tech of Photography" Can be kept on the same channel though.
At the moment a used Canon 5D mark ll has the same price as Nikon D7100. Which one is better in terms of image and video quality? Do you recommend Nikon D600 over 5D mark ll? I do architectural photography.
thank you for detailed review please post some more about other manufacturers like Pentax if its all possible good job keep it up cheersssssssssssssssssssss,,
great review, this guys looks like the guy from "Hangover"
Hi Ted,
I've heard that they have fixed changing aperture during video in D600 already, and in my D800 if you will press "ok" button during "stills live view", it switches between exposition preview on and off, so I believe it may be the same with D7100, give it a try...
thanks for prompt reply...but, considering I'm Italian, I dont understand well 'focusing is contrast based'
what kind of problem we have with liveview?
hello ted, love your review, great job.
on live view for stills in my opinion its great. its good for low light situation, without need to change higher iso and lower f/..I use that live view , its cool. when i need exposure live view , i just go to video mode live view.. that's what i did on my D800E and D7100.
sorry for my bad english, i hope u understand what i mean
Best review out there ... thanks!
Which higher end lens would you recommend?
Nice Review, I own both the D7000 & the D7100, please explain how you configured the (Fn) button to select your non-CPU lens, I have been unable to accomplish this. Thanks