D700 user...fall in!!!
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prolensdreamer
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BUT.........
give up just because it's heavy???
thot they shud know that these bricks won't be light in the first place:dunno:
but maybe a argree with u
many years ago, i went to a shop in Singapore to buy a tripod
no $ for CF, so chose aluminium ones
i think they call it the manfrotto ... girl, i tell you
they don't call them man(instead of womanfrotto)frotto for nothings
it sure heavy
but point is, it's ok in the shop...
but after buy it, have hard time taking it out...
weight in shop is one thing; weight when carry around
girl, u gotto be kidding :sweat:
so maybe, brother (or sister) nixontkl, u r rite
the humans who bought the d700 may know it be heavy based on specs
but after carrying the brick for a few outings... :sweat:
maybe should have a sub poll like... those who have bought the d700 and have sold or keep in dry cabinet ... fall in !
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Fujiwara
New Member
Hi all,
I am intending to buy D700! Just hoping that you guys can share with me :
where should i get it from and how much?
Is there any freebies that comes along with the purchase that i should take note of?
will there be a kit lens that pack along too ?
Please advise.
Thank you !!!
Fuji
I am intending to buy D700! Just hoping that you guys can share with me :
where should i get it from and how much?
Is there any freebies that comes along with the purchase that i should take note of?
will there be a kit lens that pack along too ?
Please advise.
Thank you !!!
Fuji
Hi all,
I am intending to buy D700! Just hoping that you guys can share with me :
where should i get it from and how much?
Is there any freebies that comes along with the purchase that i should take note of?
will there be a kit lens that pack along too ?
Please advise.
Thank you !!!
Fuji
D700 is a pro body, there are no kit lens bundle for pro body system as most ppl who buy or own D700 have already good FX lens to use with the body or they will go for a good FX lens to complement the camera.
having a kits lens bundle will not be well received as most would like to choose the lens they want to go with this small monster of a ISO LOL
mavericktan2000
New Member
Hi I just bought a D700 about a month ago in exchange for my D40X. I am currently looking for a general purpose lens between 24mm to 70mm or 85mm. However, my budget is tight, ranging about $1000.:sweat: Although I liked the Nikon AF-S 24-70, I find them too expensive.
Would hope fellow D700 users to advise me if I should look for a 2nd hand AF-S 24-85 (cause I cant find any new ones in AP and MS Colour) or a third party lens. If third party lens, pls give me your comment which is good as I got no experience using them.:dunno:
Would hope fellow D700 users to advise me if I should look for a 2nd hand AF-S 24-85 (cause I cant find any new ones in AP and MS Colour) or a third party lens. If third party lens, pls give me your comment which is good as I got no experience using them.:dunno:
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third party lens, sigma 24-70mm F2.8, its significantly cheaper than nikon 24-70mm F2.8. the price is approx $1.6k if not wrong.
24-85mm if i am not wrong, its long discon and replace by the 24-70mm (pls correct me if i am wrong) can find 2nd now only
else nikon 24-120mm F3.5-5.6, not a constant F but its a general purpose lens. its light and cost abt $1k
do your research b4 buying, the body shouldnt cost more than $3.5k
gotten mine at $3480, last IT show got see $3400.
Fujiwara
New Member
Thank you so much Nixon!
I understand that D700 used a different types of lenses right ? those DX cant be used correct?
I am currently using Canon camera and lenses.
So i am doing a detailed research before making a big switch to Nikon where all my investments on Canon will be put aside .... :cry:
Thx for sharing.
Btw, do you guys organise any outings for D700 ?
Cheers
Fuji
I understand that D700 used a different types of lenses right ? those DX cant be used correct?
I am currently using Canon camera and lenses.
So i am doing a detailed research before making a big switch to Nikon where all my investments on Canon will be put aside .... :cry:
Thx for sharing.
Btw, do you guys organise any outings for D700 ?
Cheers
Fuji
DX lens can be use on the D700, by default the camera will auto crop its sensor size down to 5MP to accommodate the DX lens. if u manual select to remain in FX mode, u get vignetting (tunnel vision) pic lor. thus to enjoy the FX body, u have to couple the camera with FX lens
I dont know if there were any D700 outing, seldom join outing as i mostly got a group of friends that do photography to hang out with.
mavericktan2000
New Member
Thanks for sharing.:bsmilie: Might consider getting a thrid party lens...
newkon
New Member
Maverick - consider Tamron 28-75mm. The poor man's alternative and at a fraction of the Nikkor.
Any one tried the Sigma APO 70-200mm F2.8 II EX DG MACRO HSM with the D700? Any comments?
Why not consider the N 24-105 f3.5-4.5?
I saw one wts AF-S 24-85 in B&S recently.
One shop in Lucky Plaza, don't know the shop name but it's in level 1 facing the taxi stand, has one new one selling at $600+.
Hmm... why did you buy D700 in the first place when you don't have the budget to get a proper lens for it?!?
I suggest selling away your D700 and get a D300 or D90 and have the extra $1K to get a good set of DX lenses.
NineEleven
New Member
I sold mine yesterday. It's a great camera but requires knowledge to use it properly.
It's heavy & bulky if you coupled it with the grip, decent lens then add the flash & you have a 2kg+ black brick :bsmilie: Not to mention a proper tripod to hold the weight.
I find a little prob with finding good modern lenses for it. Other than the now very expensive 24-70 F2.8 (heavy) which doesn't give me good coverage for my travels (travel light) I have to buy old lenses ( fun hunting & cheap ) then I ended up with a dozen lenses. You can have a nice 50, 70/80-200 AFS (over $2.5K), 24-70 F2.8 ($2.5K), 14-24 F2.8 or 17-35 F2.8 (both well over S$2K)
If I'm not wrong, the 24-85 does not have a constant large aperture?
Anyway, I'm considering the D90(no stock) or 60 as a 2nd body + for travels then throw in the 18-200. 17-55 F.2.8 (excellent lens IMO) & a prime. Makes life easier....
It's heavy & bulky if you coupled it with the grip, decent lens then add the flash & you have a 2kg+ black brick :bsmilie: Not to mention a proper tripod to hold the weight.
I find a little prob with finding good modern lenses for it. Other than the now very expensive 24-70 F2.8 (heavy) which doesn't give me good coverage for my travels (travel light) I have to buy old lenses ( fun hunting & cheap ) then I ended up with a dozen lenses. You can have a nice 50, 70/80-200 AFS (over $2.5K), 24-70 F2.8 ($2.5K), 14-24 F2.8 or 17-35 F2.8 (both well over S$2K)
If I'm not wrong, the 24-85 does not have a constant large aperture?
Anyway, I'm considering the D90(no stock) or 60 as a 2nd body + for travels then throw in the 18-200. 17-55 F.2.8 (excellent lens IMO) & a prime. Makes life easier....
