Which used xx Nikon & why?

Which Used Nikon DSLR ???

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Hi,

Please vote on the poll an comment why you choose that particular model.

I've only listed Nikons as they feel better to me personally.

Please state your "Other" choice if you select that option in the poll.

Thanks,
 
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Without a realistic budget you might as well have D3S on there :D

The list you have given can go from well under £200 to over £500.
 
Under £500

I think I shouldn't have put the D90 0n there as it is still a current camera.
 
What about lenses as well as a few of your choices do not have the body driven focus motor. :)
 
foggy4ever said:
What about lenses as well as a few of your choices do not have the body driven focus motor. :)
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Please share which ones do & don't have motors...
That would help alot with the final choice as a motor would be preferred.

Thanks
 
Is there any way I can take the D90 off the poll?
 
Sesame said:
Please share which ones do & don't have motors...
That would help alot with the final choice as a motor would be preferred.

Thanks
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D40/D60 from that list need lenses with built in focus motors. As do D40x/D3000/D5000/D3100.
 
Sesame, this is a really bad way to pick your first camera.

If you spend a little time explaining what you would like to do with your photography, and what areas of the hobby appeal to you, then the members on here will help you to make the right choice.

Doing it this way, you may as well open a Jessops mag, close your eyes and point.
 
Johnny Thunder said:
If you spend a little time explaining what you would like to do with your photography, and what areas of the hobby appeal to you, then the members on here will help you to make the right choice.
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Thanks for your reply,

I want to take up photography as a serious hobby after recently becoming a statistic...and possibly make a side earning from it.

I'm interested in various areas : family & portrait, landscape, nature & sports.

I have decided Nikon is the way I want to go.
Initially I was thinking of getting a D7000 but now am thinking about easing my way in before making a £1300+ investment.

I hope someone can help.
 
Of those listed in your poll the biggest bang-for-buck is undoubtedly the D90. With used bodies going for under £500 it certainly deserves to be a serious contender.
 
Bristolian said:
Of those listed in your poll the biggest bang-for-buck is undoubtedly the D90. With used bodies going for under £500 it certainly deserves to be a serious contender.
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Thanks for your reply,

Where can I find a D90 for under £500?
 
Thanks for the links guys...

I've now seen a few around the £500 mark which are body only.

Would it be advisable to just get a New one for £749 which includes the kit lens 18-105
& the 2/3 year warranty too?

I'm just gonna have the bite the bullet soon as I feel I'm wasting shooting time...
 
Or get a new body and use the savings on used lens. Anything goes wrong with equipment, it's usually the body before the lens so at least a new body would have warranty.
 
Oops, I thought the vote was for which Nikon did you first choose and why. Well, now I want a D90 body, but I currently have a D40, which I wanted as a complete beginner whilst I learn. Didn't want to spend £600 on a D90 only to find out I hated it or wouldn't use it.
 
DB_SamX said:
....wanted as a complete beginner whilst I learn. Didn't want to spend £600 on a D90 only to find out I hated it or wouldn't use it.
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Thanks Sam,

That's exactly the place I'm in.

I have been looking at D50, D70s & D80 only because of the inbuilt body motors.
 
Sesame said:
Thanks Sam,

That's exactly the place I'm in.

I have been looking at D50, D70s & D80 only because of the inbuilt body motors.
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If built-in motor drive is a major criteria for you then the D90 also needs to be in your thoughts ... unless it's outside your budget, of course. Of the three you list I'd go for the D80 unless you want to take shots in poor light - its high ISO noise performance leaves a little to be desired. That was why I bought my D90.
 
It depends what you want to shoot though, and therefore what lenses you want. If the lenses you want have built in motors, then a D40 (as example) will be fine to begin with.

Personally, I think lack of motor for the 50mm f/1.8 is hindering me now, and I want a Tokina 11-16 f/2,8 which also lacks a motor.
 
D90 as I've just got one and it is just a fantastic piece of kit right down the line. Stunning optical performance. Great feel in my hands, my fingers just fall onto the controls because of the well thought out design. Easy menu system which very quickly becomes second nature. Even without the movie mode (which I personally don't consider at all important when choosing a stills camera) this is a very serious camera. If you get one, I really don't see how you could be disappointed with any part of it's performance. It exceeds my expectations at every turn.
 
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