Nikon D700

NorthernNikon said:
I'd say that if you were planning to use the D700 without the grip then it is a bargain. If not, then there are enough differences between the D3 and the D700 to make it worth the additional investment for a D3. The one thing the D700 and grip combination has in its favour is the additional control pad which I find easier to use in portrait format than the D3.
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Completely agree, the thumb button on the D3 is awkward in portrait. They could have moved it down an inch and it would have been perfect.

D700 and grip is just under £2K, D3 is £3K. If you use AA's in the grip (as I do sometimes), you need not spend additional money on D3 battery, clip and charger. That £1K can get you a lot if spent wisely.

Hacker: Setting a custom WB is really easy, camera doesn't even need to be in focus. Great habit to get into.
 
cyclone said:
Olympus say "dust and splash proof". So I guess you could say it got "splashed" lol. I have to admit that splash proof sounds more hefty than moisture resistant.



I think we should all demand actual figures. Does anybody know of any tests that have been done?
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I ran my E-3 under the shower many a time to clean it, i burried it in snow at a indoor ski centre (so i could go skiing and not have to worry about the camera going 'walkies') and then there is always this......





I miss my E-3 :'(
 
cyclone said:
D700, 50mm f/2.2, 1/160s
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It was dark.
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Impressive
 
Regarding the weather resistance of the D700...

Jim Reed said:
As weeks passed, and the record-setting severe weather season continued, the D700 was subjected to heavy rainfall and, believe me, the camera got SOAKED. It was constantly around lightning and, at one point, was hit by a falling hailstone. Still, not so much as a hiccup. It performed reliably on every level.
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