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Does anyone know if the D4x will be coming out next year ?

What's opinions on D4 vs D3x - I'm just starting off in photography and thinking of a upgrading my main body which is d700.

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The only people who know for certain what Nikon's plans are, are Nikon, and they don't tend to tell people too far in advance. ;)

Nikon are overdue D7000, D300S and maybe a D5100 potential replacements, so any update to a D4 would be behind a few other in the queue.

The D3X was a megapixel monster compared to the regular D3, even still compared to the D4. They have the D800 for that role now. The areas that the D3/S/4 excel(led), speed and high ISO performance, the D3X didn't. It was essentially a studio/landscape camera. The D3/S/4 are jack of trades cameras, though to a very high degree in most areas, rather than a huge pixel count camera. If you want loads of pixels, then a D3X or a D800. 16MP in a D4 are enough for a lot of people.

12MP is enough for me atm. :D
 
They won't release any form of a D4x or s for a while yet. They're still selling the D4 as is, they'd be mad to to. Also it would really **** off D4 owners who spent a small fortune on their body.

I hope they just do away with half the models they have currently. I see zero need for the likes of the D5100, when the D3200 seems just as good. And as for the D300 ... well, that's old hat now. I think they'll upgrade the 7000 and that will be the top DX model.
 
The D800 replaced the D3X I thought.It's the D4s that we need due to the D4 not being that much more than a D3s.:D
 
Cagey75 said:
I hope they just do away with half the models they have currently. I see zero need for the likes of the D5100, when the D3200 seems just as good. And as for the D300 ... well, that's old hat now. I think they'll upgrade the 7000 and that will be the top DX model.
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You would imagine Nikon have done their research to try and cover as much of the DSLR market as possible with the cameras they offer, has have Canon, which have near equivalent models with various camera sizes and feature combinations. Leave gaps, and Canon or someone else will fill them and take your users. :shrug: Brand loyalty will only go so far.

The D600 may affect the planning for the top of their DX range, and from the lack of rumours, a D300/S replacement could be a casualty, but I think that there is still a market for that level and feature set camera.

It's whether Nikon think that too though. ;) :lol:
 
I know it's not the question you asked, but what does the D700 not do that necessitates an upgrade? Just curious, as I've had mine nearly 4 years and I've still not mastered it and it does more than I need as a camera, but it's probably true that what I use it for is different to you!
 
Please don't take offence, but the d700 is a professional camera designed for people who know what they are doing and have a grounded knowledge of photography.
Judging by your previous posts, and by your own admission, you are very much a Beginner.

Now there is nothing wrong with owning the best gear you can, but I highly suggest you spend time learning everything about the d700, and everything about photography before even considering upgrading.
I can assure you, at this point in time, any issues you may be having with image quality are purely down to your inexperience and not the camera lacking in any way.

I've owned a d700 for about 4 years and there are still some aspects of it I haven't fully got to grips with.
Upgrading won't make your photos any better, the d700 is more than adequate for anyone who doesn't need specialist equipment for their full time profession. You just need to learn how to utilise its huge array of features.
 
TCR4x4 said:
Please don't take offence, but the d700 is a professional camera designed for people who know what they are doing and have a grounded knowledge of photography.
Judging by your previous posts, and by your own admission, you are very much a Beginner.

Now there is nothing wrong with owning the best gear you can, but I highly suggest you spend time learning everything about the d700, and everything about photography before even considering upgrading.
I can assure you, at this point in time, any issues you may be having with image quality are purely down to your inexperience and not the camera lacking in any way.

I've owned a d700 for about 4 years and there are still some aspects of it I haven't fully got to grips with.
Upgrading won't make your photos any better, the d700 is more than adequate for anyone who doesn't need specialist equipment for their full time profession. You just need to learn how to utilise its huge array of features.
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I almost wholeheartedly agree with all you've said, with the exception of ...


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and everything about photography before even considering upgrading.
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It would take a good few years, if not a decade, to learn all about photography; but I'm being pedantic :p


Back to the original post, and as mentioned earlier, what is it that you need from another body that which your D700 fails you on? I'd suggest unless you can specifically identify three needs as "must need" then you're doing yourself a disservice.

Having shot with the D40, D700 and D3x, among a number of other bodies, I only kept my D40 and D3x from my Nikon line-up; and some of my best shots ever, were taken with the D40!

Your D700 is an outstanding bit of camera that covers an amazing spectrum of uses. It's not too big, not too small, outstanding dynamic range, great ISO performance, magnesium alloy body (very robust), fast processor, takes all Nikon lenses (AF and MF), works with a load of accessories (GPS, triggers, etc.).
 
Yes of course, not everything.... But the basic principles that are a necessity
 
All - thanks I agree it's a learning curve - especially as I am now breaking away from the program mode and venture in to using the A or M modes.

I shoot with 800 and D4 and just find the dynamic range on these cameras amazing and hence my interest. I agree the d700 is an amaZing piece of Kit and rather then body have spent considerable amounts on quality prime and teleport lens.

Your advise is appreciated

Any handy hints and tips on d700 fine tuning would be appreciated.
 
Well, my "advise" would be that the D4, D800 and D700 that you allegedy use should already be sufficient for your needs.
 
Mike - my own camera is only d700 the other cameras are the cameras that I use is the group that I subcontract with.

Thought I would clarify
 
If you bought a teleport lens you could save the money you would normally spend on bus/train fares or petrol/diesel costs and buy any camera you wanted!
 
bespoke images said:
All - thanks I agree it's a learning curve - especially as I am now breaking away from the program mode and venture in to using the A or M modes.

I shoot with 800 and D4 and just find the dynamic range on these cameras amazing and hence my interest. I agree the d700 is an amaZing piece of Kit and rather then body have spent considerable amounts on quality prime and teleport lens.

Your advise is appreciated

Any handy hints and tips on d700 fine tuning would be appreciated.
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If you are only just breaking away from program mode, i wouldn't even consider upgrading yet. The D700 is a fantastic camera and will out perform most photographers. I would suggest you master manual shooting before you upgrade. It will be easier to learn with the D700 than a D4.
You can get training DVD's from Ebay.
 
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