Image quality is excellent, low-light performance is significantly improved over the D90, and Nikon optics are good. Since those are by far the most important topics for a DSLR, I gave the D7000 4-stars (admittedly only after a week's use, so I'm still learning the camera)..Since image uploads to Amazon are so small, I created two, test images, one with a magnification loop over a cat's eye in the hope that you can see the detailed structure in the iris. Actually, too much detail, I'd probably soften the image if I used it..The general user interface is also improved. I particularly like the addition of a shutter-mode dial, and two custom settings (U1 and U2) on the dial..On the negative side, the overall Nikon UI needs to be reinvented. When you have to hit the ISO button to turn the volume off when checking video capture in a quiet setting, you know you're trying to squeeze too many functions onto too many physical buttons..The top LCD is an antiquated left-over. It's extremely hard to read in any light, and squeezes in too much information. My suggestion: Replace it with a simple LED read out for basic exposure info, and put everything else on the back, perhaps using soft-buttons on screen..The D7000 also does not play well with others. Inability to simply plug the D7000 into a USB port and read the SD cards as drives (rather than trying to force us to use the bad ViewNX sw) is unacceptable. Nikon's own CaptureNX didn't upgrade to read D7000 NEF files right away, even though Apple's Aperture already had them..The video is improved but suffers from being buried in the standard Nikon hierarchical menus. You should be able to go to video mode and have all the video options pop up on the rear screen. I haven't yet tested video with rapid motion (I want to use the D7000 for selected sporting event video w/telephoto), but fear the old diagonal slicing is still there, from reading reviews..Nikon's support is good up to a point, but arrogantly refuses to even recognize existence of Aperture, Photoshop, etc. That's simply unacceptable..A smaller nit: The autofocus light is much brighter, but that actually makes it more intrusive (one person thought it was a flash!). And since turning it off is again time consuming, I find myself using manual focusing on the D7000 in situations where I would use auto on my older D90. The screen is not well designed for manual focus, even compared to hold 35MM cameras, so that's a bad trade-off..One early viewpoint. Hope it is helpful.
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25.07.2012
10/10
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This camera is loaded with features and flexibility. I also like that it has the ability to record HD quality video. The 18-105 mm "kit" lens is a versatile "walking around" lens. The image quality is terrific and having two SD card slots provides for backup or expanded storage. The high ISO allows for good photos in low light where a flash cannot be used, such as at an aquarium. The camera has a solid feel and seems to be well constructed. I also found lots of instructional support on YouTube which has been very helpful. I have been very pleased with the camera so far!
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21.12.2011
8/10
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This camera is packed with features, takes high resolution pictures, and with the right stuff it's great for video.The most notable features that I find practical are:-wireless commander mode for flash-Customizable menu-U1 and U2 shooting modes-The top LCD screen (yeah you can find that on other DSLRs too)-bracketing (also not exclusive to this camera)-fast autofocus-built solid-long battery lifeThis camera has traveled the world with me. It's been used for nearly everything such as portraits, events, landscape, street photography, etc.After shooting with it for a couple years, I knit-picks too:-The menu for live view is not that great. It's easy to use because it's a little too simplified.-Sound quality via the built-in mic is awful. Get an external mic.Overall, this camera has been very trusty by my side. I've customized it for my needs to take a quick snap. I honestly believe it to be one of the best DSLRs available right now.For video:-Get an external mic-The quality looks good, especially when using nice lenses-Keep it on a video tripod because free hand is not easy with this camera and doesn't look smooth-gotta use mods to keep it steady for "free hand" ...including VR lenses to help eliminate shake-aperture is not adjustable in live view (live view has to be turned off to change aperture)
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31.05.2012
6/10
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I have wanted this camera (mostly because I can't afford the D700) for a year now, and bought it here 10 days ago. It still has not shipped, and it was supposedly in stock then too. Forget taking it on vacation, I have missed that opportunity entirely. All the lenses have arrived and are still boxed (in case I have to return them for lack of a camera body), even the prime from New York to L.A.. I would like to know how fast recent purchasers received their camera body? My Amazon order included the three freebies from Amazon Basics and the reduced price 50-300mm Nikkor with this Nikon DSLR purchase. Though Customer Support told me they were in stock two days ago, the backpack and camera body are apparently actually somewhere in the Twilight Zone.
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02.05.2011
10/10
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I purchased this camera after shooting with a D60 for 2 years. I've been shooting with it for almost 3 months and I love it! This is certainly a lot of camera for a beginner, and even can be overwhelming for someone that knows a bit or more about photography. The performance at high iso is very good considering, and is an improvement over the D90. The presence of AF tuning is a welcomed surprise. This camera is packed full of features at a great price. It is absolutely the best bang for the buck if your budget allows. That said, there are other worthy contenders and one doesn't have to purchase a camera of this cost or model level to make good photos. Remember, it's more about the glass you put on the camera and the person pushing the shutter. The body is just your tool to make it easier to take the photos you want.I have no complaints with my D7000 and consider it is an excellent upgrade if you are coming from an entry-level or older dSLR. If coming from an entry level model, you will gain nice features like 100% viewfinder, built-in focus motor, commander mode for off-camera flash control, a larger and better LCD, and access to more controls and settings at your finger tips rather than having to dig through menus or push combinations of buttons. If choosing between this or a D90, you really can't go wrong with either. If your budget allows, go for the D7000, but otherwise, go for the D90, use the difference to buy a nice lens, and enjoy taking photos.If just starting out, please just remember that it's not just the camera that is critical for taking photos. In fact, technique and lens are both in line for most important pieces of the puzzle in front of the camera. Take the time to learn and understand and don't necessarily blow your entire budget on a camera thinking it is the most important part. Save the difference and upgrade your lens or add a fast prime or flash to your bag. Also, this camera isn't an entry level camera and while it will be fine for beginners, it can also be overwhelming if you don't take the time to read the manual and learn the concepts.
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07.04.2012
8/10
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I was so excited to upgrade to the D7000 from the D90. I am a part-time photographer and I was in the busiest part of the Fall season. I got it and used it for a full day of mini-sessions. I was SHOCKED to get home and find out the camera had back-focused all day. Quick to blame myself I set out to do some careful focus tests with a tripod and chart. It was definitely back-focusing and a lot. So I had to send my brand new camera in. i was so disappointed. Thankfully the images were salvageable and I still had my D90 to finish up the season. It took over 3 weeks to get my camera back from Nikon and by then it was too late for 2011. However they did fix it and the focus issues are resolved. Now that they are, I am AMAZED by how fast and accurate it is. Ive really pushed it in low light, wide open at 1.4 and had great results. Im very happy with the camera now.
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13.01.2012
10/10
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Really great pictures - when the camera is working. The camera stopped working after almost 12 months and had to be sent back to Nikon for repairs. I shipped it to them in November, and it is now mid-January, and the status has been stuck at "waiting for parts". They promised an ETA that came and went, and nobody at Nikon seems to be able to tell me what is going on. Needless to say, I am seriously considering switching camps and dumping all my Nikon gear and going with Sony or Canon, simply because I am so extremely ticked off with Nikon and don't want to spend any more money on them. I have repaired my HD Camcorder with Canon in the past, and the service compared to Nikon was out of this world.UPDATE: the camera finally came back working again. Nikon did a nice job cleaning it up as well. If the camera keeps on working, I could be convinced to continue with my 30 years of past loyalty to Nikon - I still have my mother's Nikon-F, and my childhood F-3.UPDATE Feb 2013: The camera continues to work like a champ. I'm upgrading it back to 5 stars. Just in time for it to be replaced by the new D7100. :)
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05.07.2012
10/10
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I own a D700 and was looking for a second body for the "just in case moments" when shooting. Did not see the need for another D700 so I went to a D7000. I had the the idea to use it as a backup to my D700. I have had it for about 8 months now and find myself using it more that my D700. Other than lacking the Full Frame capabilities, which I use for Portrait work, it just about outshines the D700. I have been shooting Nikon since 1991 and other then just a couple of off years in that time their products are superb.
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30.04.2012
10/10
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This camera is soooo functional and smart! I'm only 1300+pics in after 2 days and I know this camera will take my best pic yet. It's smart, and detailed, and complicated, yet very simple. It will allow you to be a crapy photographer if you choose and in the same breath allow brilliance. The D800 is $3000 and unavailable, so this may really be the next best thing. I am not a nikon loyalist, but canon really does not hold a candle. Okay enough with the nikon love, the kit lens is okay, but it really limits this camera. Don't judge it on the kit 18-105mm alone. For a DX, this is an amazing camera. Outside of an IQ Phase 1/180, this is the best thing for the money. D4, D700, 300s whatever. It will do as you wish for a cheap price.
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05.04.2011
10/10
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I'm a studio photographer, mostly of pretty women. I've got my own photography podcast (photographerandmodel.com/podcast) and website. I teach workshops along with my studio partners every month on model and studio photography.I've been using a Nikon camera since 1984. For the past couple of years that has been the D90, but I just purchased the D7000 and I'm in love. It is without a doubt the coolest camera I've ever owned. Let me count the ways.1) The video on this thing is stunning. I know, you probably aren't buying it for the video...or are you. I bought the D90 hoping to play with video, but its video really kind of sucked. And it didn't have an audio in, which made the video almost useless. (You do realized half of the quality of video is the audio, right?)All those things have been fixed in the D7000. The quality of the video is stunning. Everything looks like a motion picture. Rich colors, great depth of field. It is awesome.Only nitpiks on the video, it is only 24 fps. That's fine for almost everything and contributes to the film like look, but it means you can't do really high quality slow motion.You have to set some settings before going into video mode, most notably white balance.Focusing is tough, but this is a function of everything DSLR where you are using the LCD to do focus manually. Auto focus kind of works, if you have a stationary target.2) Image quality is great for stills too. I shoot a lot in the studio and in lower natural light and this camera is Great. Putting a bunch of images into Lightroom, some shot with the D90 and some the D7000 and you see the difference in quality right away.I'm not one to say megapixels is everything, but with the same glass, the D7000's pictures are just sharper and cleaner.3) There is lots of control. And controls. Which is a blessing and a curse. You can do anything, but there is a lot to learn to take advantage of everything. But I was able to put it in Auto and hand it to my non-photographer wife and she could take pictures with it.Overall a great camera that I highly recommend.
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10.04.2011
10/10
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Last summer while on a trip to Alaska it became apparent that my Nikon d40, although a nice camera, had it's limitations. Upon my return I started saving and looking to what my next camera should be. After much reading and heart searching I came down to a choice between the D90 and the D7000. My thoughts being; buy the D90 and some upgraded glass. This seemed to be a common recommendation. It doesn't matter how good your body is if you have crappy glass. I was set on this when I just pushed it and bought the D7000 AND a good lens (Nikkor 18-200mm VRII). While this lens is not the best Nikon has to offer it IS a step up from the kit lenses that came with my D40. Ken Rockwell speaks very well to this lens as well. I decided on getting the D7000 because it seriously updates the D90. The D90 has been around for several years now while the D7000 is state of the art.I have been using the camera for about a month now and the results are superb. MUCH better than my D40. It is weightier, bigger, much more solid feeling in the hand and when the stutter clicks the sound is music (to my small mind at least). The ISO and WB controls are super easy to set right from the back of the camera. In fact, most of the important controls are accessed from buttons on the camera meaning you don't have to dive down into the menu screen to set up your camera.Couple of last thoughts....if you want to use this camera for video you need to get a fast SD card. I am still using some 4gig cards I had lying around the house. Last thing...I bought my camera and lens from Amazon because they were the only folks that had it in stock. BUT, the day before I ordered they didn't. I had called B&H Photo and the guy said nobody can get them. That night I check Amazon and they had the camera. I ordered it post haste. The next day they were out again. So, if they don't have the camera keep checking back. By the way, since nikon was running a rebate on the lens I got the D7000 and the 18-200 VRII for less than Costco is selling it for.
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14.04.2011
10/10
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I have had 4 Nikon DSLR APS-C bodies (D5000/D3100/D90) and this is by far leaps and bounds the best DSLR APS-C I have used PERIOD. I sold the D3100 as it's a great beginner DSLR but I outgrew it very quickly for the type of control/flexibility I needed.First, I read some reviews the pictures are not sharp. This DSLR body works best with PRO GLASS PERIOD. If you use the $300 kit lens 18-105mm and wonder why your shots are soft it's probably a combination of your ability and your lens.I was debating on getting the D700 or the D7000. I am glad I got the D7000, the D700 is a better camera but its not worth DOUBLE the price for FX and 1 stop of improvement. This camera is the most advanced DSLR APS-C PERIOD. Canon touts more megapixels but Nikon rules in high ISO capabilities. I have taken shots with this camera at 10,000 ISO and they are not perfect (compared to a FX D700) but they are very usable. Where I feared using ISO 3200 on my D3100/D90/D5000 I don't even blink an eye when I need to go ISO 6400. I try not to shoot at extremely high ISOs but depending on the lens I am using sometimes you have to and knowing you can opens up a whole new advantage over other DSLRs.Comparing this to the D90 it is not a horizontal upgrade. This camera is better than the current D300s - the only thing it lacks is the slower fps 6 vs 8 on the D300s and the buffer is the achilles heel on this camera its limited to 100 photos and less in RAW since the files are huge.Everyone else has already touted the specs so I am not going to repeat what has already been said. This camera is the BEST DSLR APS-C PERIOD - buy it and if you do not like it return it with Amazon's hassle-free return policy. There is a reason it is sold out everywhere it's THAT GOOD and for the MONEY it's a STEAL for all the features it has.I am anxiously awaiting for the D800 and have my credit card open for when it comes out! Nikon the HIGH ISO champ will remain on top. Those who buy cameras based on Megapixels alone are missing out on this gem.
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07.10.2012
10/10
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This was a very good buy for me. Everything works as expected. And i also think this is one of the best deals iv come across so far. i recommend.
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16.05.2012
6/10
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It is not as easy as Nikon d40 and d90 to pull out nice pictures right out the camera. The default color tone is a little on the greenish and cold side. Yes, you may argue that D7000 has an more advanced sensor with better ISO than d90 and we can always post process the color. However, I just want pictures great out of camera. Moreover, there is a focusing problem with this camera which makes most of my shots blurred. If you are a d40 owner, looking forward to upgrade debating on d5000, d5100, d90, and d7000. I would recommend you go for d90 or d5000. I just feel the color tone of d7000 and d5100 looks cold and less natural.
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31.10.2011
10/10
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My first Nikon DSLR was the D-70 with the SB-800 flash I loved this system and it paid itself off in a short amount of time. I moved to the D-300 and got the SB-900 flash and wow what a difference! The D-300 is an amazing camera. It is rugged and has given me countless great photos. The time lapse feature is so much fun! This camera also paid itself off in a short amount of time! A friend of mine let me borrow his Nikon D-3100 for a weekend. I thought is was a little small in my large hands but jammed with things I liked about it. Such as the 1080 p video and 14.2 mp. all for only $549.00.After trying the D-3100 I looked into the larger D-7000 on YouTube. I was so impressed by the Video examples and reviews, that I purchased this camera the same day. The price is right, it's tough,fast 16.2 mp, 1080p video. Since I am already a Nikon owner, I have several lenses and an excellent Nikon lighting system, Battery grips,etc. so upgrading to this camera was exciting! As soon as it gets dark this camera show off it's high ISO Much better than the D-300. The video at night is awesome. Take a look on YouTube "Nikon D-7000 Low Light Video" Very impressive. I am pleased with my purchase of this camera and is about $500 less than the D-300 with Video and a whopping 16.2 mp.I
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02.09.2012
10/10
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Outstanding, very understandable and guided review of the cameras and their differences. I will definitely take the online course when I get my new Nikon!
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14.08.2012
10/10
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Excellent value of money, Excellent low light performance, very smart metering, very good build quality, excellent battery life, great two card slotsBriefly: I love this camera & I do recommend it
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03.09.2012
4/10
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This camera is out of focus no matter what you do. I can't wait to sell it to someone who rated five stars.
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24.03.2011
10/10
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The D7000 is my third Nikon DSLR. I started with a D40 (loved that camera) and moved on to a D5000 (also a great camera). While I enjoyed those previous cameras, the D7000 is quite a leap forward. Of course it costs more, but you get a lot more camera. Things I like about the D7000: the build quality (magnesium alloy, nice & solid), the intuitive interface (lots of handy control buttons and dials), dual SD card slots, the crisp higher-res LCD screen, and most of all THE NEW SENSOR. The sensor is the real show stopper. Forget for a moment about the higher megapixel count; what's really exciting is the improved dynamic range and ISO performance of this sensor. The proof is in the pudding - I'm consistently getting better pictures out of this camera than out of my other gear. I feel like all of my lenses just got significantly better (they didn't, of course, but my camera certainly did). The lowlight performance of the D7000 is outstanding. The camera rifles off an impressive 6 frames per second - noticeably faster than my D5000. Autofocus is excellent, with a whopping 39 focus points. I could go on... Nikon has simply delivered a top to bottom improvement in this class of camera. The D7000 is more than a modest update; it's a significant advancement. I am absolutely delighted with its performance as a still camera. Complaints? Nikon is making strides in the video department, but still hasn't delivered a true hybrid still/video camera that is equally adept at both. While the D7000 is capable of capturing beautiful video images, the camera is sorely lacking in audio controls (to the point that the built in mic input port is of questionable utility - it's just tough to capture quality audio with this camera). I also miss the articulating screen of the D5000. With that being said, the D7000 is a spectacular piece of equipment and I am very satisfied with mine.
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19.08.2012
10/10
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Long story short i had a D40 D80 and D90, upgraded to the d7000 and its just an amazing camera. A+ product.
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25.10.2011
10/10
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I used a D5000 for about 6 months after which I got my D7000.It's a class apart from the D5000. Many of the casual shots I took on the D5000 were somewhat manual, but the D7000 does everything so perfectly that you can shoot in Auto and not feel a difference. The Auto-WB settings (keep warm) is an absolute favorite of mine, since I no longer have to fine-tune my WB into a step warmer than the environment.The pentamirror viewfinder is a lot brighter than the pentaprism mirror found on the D5000. And the rubber grip is solid. It feels right. I can confidently hold it vertically with just 1-finger below the rubber grip.Low light pictures are a joy. I can shoot upto ISO-1600 confidently, whereas it was only ISO-400 in the D5000 world.I have had no qualms shooting with the D7000 in rain, confident that the magnesium covering will keep the internals dry. And they did. I have had some bad spills over the camera (rain, sea water, some black tea), but nothing seems to have fazed it.The virtual horizon is a nice addition, making sure that I don't have to rely on my tripod's level to make sure that the horizon is horizontal.
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16.06.2011
10/10
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I read some of the 5 star reviews about this camera, and have nothing to add that hasn't been covered. I bought the Nikon D7000 as a backup to my D300. Now the D7000 is my main camera and the D300 is the backup. Great camera.Update 06-20-2011: I just downloaded over 300 photos I took at a dog event. There was dog races and frisbee catching, etc. It was an all day event so I took both my D300 and my D7000. The focus on the D7000 was amazing, the rate of in focus shots much higher than I expected, very, very few frames were out of focus (most of the out of focus shots was user error). During the dog race, the animals were running at top speed toward me, the D7000 and Sigma 70-200mm f2.8 OS lens kept up correct focus while firing at 6 fps. The thing that impressed me most was the exposures. Every one was right on, bright back lit to subjects in the shadows, it didn't matter, the D700 exposed the picture correctly. On the other hand, my D300 was not as accurate. I was constantly adjusting the D300's EV up and down to get the right shot. As for the D300 in focus rite, it missed more shots than the D7000. I put the D300 back in my camera bag and used the D7000 for the remainder of the day. I can't say enough about the focus system on the D7000. It's more accurate, and faster than any camera I've owned.I think I'm going to sell the D300 and save for the D400 when it's released, for I have a great camera to use until that time arrives.Update 02/06/2012 I sold my D300 today. I have not used it since the dog event last year. The D7000 is now my main and only camera.
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02.08.2011
8/10
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I purchased the Nikon D7000 kit and received it quickly from amazon. Here are a few things you must know that I personally failed to research.1: The camera is made in Thailand, not Japan. (this may matter to some folks)2: The kit 18-105mm lens has a Plastic Mount! The part that meets the body of the camera is completely made of plastic. Heck, almost the entire lens is plastic minus the glass. I don't know how this will hold up over time and to me this is a big mistake on Nikons part. The lens is terribly cheap and appears poorly constructed when closely examined. Upon reading reviews of the kit lens, several people have mentioned broken or cracked plastic over time. I would buy the Body only version and pick up another lens.3. The neck strap is very cheap. This is not the Wide high quality version. It is about 1.5-2 inches wide, and just feels really cheap, stiff, and thin. (not important but FYI)Besides these things, everything else has been beaten to death in other reviews. The camera is absolutely wonderful, takes great pictures, and the low light performance is amazing.I would say though that the focusing during video mode is a tad behind that of Canons T3i, T2i, 60d, etc.This is a great camera still! I am NOT knocking on it, but I just wanted to share a few unknowns to potential buyers. I'm gonna sell the kit lens and pick up some nice Nikon glass and go have fun!Trust me, Buy the body only!
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13.07.2012
8/10
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Photo's are great. For video, has limitation due to focus. I think if you are looking for a camera for photography, this is a great choice. If your primary purpose is video, you might be able to do better.
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