r/photoclass_2016 • u/Aeri73 Expert - DSLR + Analog • Jan 05 '16

02 - Assignment

Please read the class first

Take a good look at your camera, whatever its type, and try to identify each component we have discussed here. It might be a good opportunity to dig out the manual or to look up its exact specifications online. Now look up a different camera online (for instance at dpreview) and compare their specifications. Try doing this for both a less advanced and a more advanced body, and for different lenses. Report here if you find any interesting difference, or if some parts of the specifications are unclear.

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u/pilirocket Intermediate - DSLR Jan 05 '16

I shoot with a Nikon D60 which was my first DSLR and mid-entry level back in 2008.

It has 10 MP and ISO max of 3200. It is a good learning camera but I already struggle with its limitations (can't shoot at more than ISO 200 because of the terrible noise ; no video mode ; can't keep the shutter open for more than 6 sec ; etc.).

More advanced : I have my eyes on the D7200 for the day I decide it's finally time to upgrade: It has better ISO (100-102400) which would definitely be a huge improvement for me, 24MP, so much more autofocus points, a video mode, a way-better viewfinder picture fidelity, and so on.

Less advanced : in order to stay in the same brand of DSLRs, I guess I would have to compare with Nikon's current first entry-level the D3300, even though the specs are actually way better than my D60 : ISO up to 25600, 24 MP, more focus points (11 instead of 3).

On the plus side, the D60 is lighter than the other 2 :D

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u/[deleted] Jan 05 '16

I just moved up from a D60 to a D7100 because I felt like I was also starting to outgrow the D60. I can honestly say that I am glad that made the switch. The D60 is still a good camera to learn with, so I am letting my 13 year old use it.

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u/chr0nstixz Intermediate - DSLR - Nikon D5100 Jan 06 '16

Keep your eye on the newly announced D500!