[Kevin Allmond]

Well, I did it. With a lot to do from Mr. Somers input, and my own research, I just early this morning (and I mean 0200 EST I stayed up making my decision) I purchased a D7000. Best Buy got them in stock just early yesterday. They had the option of the 18-105 kit, or body only. I wound up purchasing the body ($1199) and the 35mm AF-s 1.8 prime ($199), and that kept me right inside my budget, even after tax. I felt like if I were to get a 7000, I better do it while they were in stock, because there is no telling how long until another batch comes through. The reason I didn’t go with the kit lens is because, how I don’t own any Nikon glass, I do have access to it as my father is a wedding photographer that uses Nikon DSLRs. I feel confident that I made the right decision, and I am sure this camera is going to live up to what’s have been told about (no pressure Mr. Somers LOL).

I appreciate everyone’s input

[Kevin Allmond]

Thanks again for that.

A couple of more questions on the D7000 that I haven’t been able find:

1 With the dual SD card slots, will it relay record in video mode (I. E. when one card fills up, automatically flip to the second card)?

2. Can you use an external monitor with the D7000?

I am still having a problem finding a new D7000……

Thanks again.

[Kevin Allmond]

Wow, thanks for the informative response.

The D7000 has been on my list since I started looking, and the more that I read about it, the more I like it. The thing that keeps me from leaping on it is the lack of 1080p at 30fps, but if what you say is true, that should not be an issue anyway.

Let me ask this though. Since the D5100 has the same sensor as the D7000, should it not produce the same image/video quality? And with the 5100, now I have the option of 1080p 30fps. Now I know the body is not the same in build and options, but that should get me what I need right? What do you think I would lose if I went 5100?

Another thing that keeps me from the 7000 is the fact that I can’t find it new anywhere. This tells me two things: either it’s about to be updated, or Nikon is behind on production. If they are behind, for how long? Im not on a timeframe, but there are some things coming that I would like to use it for. If there is an update coming, I would prefer to see what it offers, but again, there are some things coming that I would like to use it for.

[Kevin Allmond]

I can tell you from experience. Every time I have recorded audio with my internal mic, I have been very disappointed in how it came out (Nikon p7000, Nikon d3100 & canon vixia. Hf m40- this one proved to be the best of the 3 though). Camera noise, peaking, background noise, etc…

I use a simple, yet wonderful $99 dollar recorder. The Zoom H1. it records high quality mp3 or WAV files through its on board x/y mic, or any 3.5 external stereo mic.

I would always suggest recording externally when possible, just for the cleaner, quieter sound, no matter what camera you have. There is a reason Hollywood does it….

Hope this helps.

[Kevin Allmond]

Thanks. Now I’m curious, in looking at the adapters on Amazon, I have seen several “flavors”, ranging from $20-$250. Is there a right, or wrong one? If I am right, the $20ish ones do not have aperture control. Can I live without that?

Which one is working for you?

I am interested in the Nikon adapters specifically, just for the fact that I have access to Nikon lens. If I do this, and it works out, I will likely start trying other lens makes.

Thanks again for entertaining my question.

[Kevin Allmond]

Wow, that’s awesome. In the short time I’ve have been looking at the Lumix, Ive noticed that the lens options are few, and expensive. i did see however that there are various adapters for Canon and Nikon lens. Any experience with these? What dovyou lose when using them? Auto focus, aperture?

Thanks

[Kevin Allmond]

Thanks for that. I have been recommended this camera before, but I think I am going to look at it a bit harder.

I looked onto the Sony’s as well. I keep hearing of overheating problems with them. Speaking of which, you said “Never” overheats. Is that to say you are not sure, or you, yourself have never had any issue with it?

Thanks