egondo

I'm looking for an upgrade to my six years old d5000. My choices are the d5500 or the d7200. Is it really worth investing to the 7200. I'm looking for action shots so would prefer something that can be fast in taking shots.

Thanks

Peoriaman1

I like the D7200. Actually, I have a D7000, which is already a few years old technology. But buying it was a big upgrade over my earlier DSLR, a D80. The D7000 offered a MUCH faster "motor drive", a larger buffer size, front AND rear IR receivers, much better high-ISO and long-exposure performance, built-in horizon-level in the viewfinder and on the monitor, user-set custom functions on the top knob, and the ability to meter with non-AF lenses. Those are the features I value over the D80 besides the obvious new-camera technologies like more megapixels and faster autofocus.

The 7xxxx cameras are Nikon's top-of-the-line DX-format cameras. You'll find lots of features you didn't know you were missing over your D5000.

Efrem

I have a D5100 and am thinking some of the same questions, though I'm not at the point of deciding yet. I'd probably go for the 7000 series upgrade if budget isn't an issue. The user interface seems to have changed enough from the D5100 (even more so from your D5000) to the D5500 that familiarity with menus and controls isn't a huge reason to stay with the 5000 series. I don't know what the battery situation is, haven't researched things that far yet, but if you have extra D5000 batteries that you'd be able to use with a D5500 but not with a D7200, eBay and Craigslist are your friends.

walker4

To be honest, I'm using Nikon d7100, and it has good image quality

walker4

Here is a comparison that you may want to check http://thedigitalcamera.net/nikon-d5...-worth-buying/

powerplantop

I used to use a D5000 then upgraded to the 7100. I wanted to upgrade to the 7200 but mostly for video.

PradoC

Instead of upgrading you D5000, how about upgrading your lenses first?

What do you currently have? Just the kit lens?

UA_Flyer

I had the D5000 and also owns D5100.

After considering for an upgrade for almost a year, I finally pulled the trigger to upgrade to full frame (D750). I was looking at the D610 until I found out D750's introduction.

If you are passionate about photography( and able to afford it), moving to FX will be give you more options, features and much better lens to explore of your creativity.

It was not an easy decision as I have several DX lens and have been really pleased with my D5000 and D5100. My D5000 was stolen from me, but the replacement D5100 and DX lens found a home with my college daughter. She is exploring photography beyond her usual phone camera and P&S.

I saved up for the D750 and got two amazing zooms 28-300 and 16-35.

They are not cheap but well worth the investment.

PradoC

Great choice with the D750! Any other prime lenses?

UA_Flyer

Already irritated the Mrs. on the purchase of the great Nikon 16-35 FX Zoom. I'd better keep low for awhile before consider buying another lens. So far 28-300 FX Zoom and 16-35 zoom have met most of my needs.

On the other hand, if you have any lens to suggest, I am happy to receive any expert advice.

ajahearn

I've owned a 7100 for about 2 years - its a great camera (previously had a 7000 and 80). It has a mostly ruggedized body which is great for travel. You certainly would not go wrong with this camera. I'm not sure the few additional features of the 7200 are enough to justify more cost.

The one feature I would have liked is an articulated screen but Nikon seems to think that this somehow demeans a DSLR. Very often traveling I need to shoot over someone or something. The way I have to do this now is through a cable, android tablet, and some software that allows me to see what the camera sees and remotely control it - not ideal.

However I would second the comment about lenses. I used to travel with the Nikon 18-200VR but now I use either my Sigma 17-50 2.8 or Tokina 11-16 2.8. The Sigma and Tokina give me a couple of extra stops of speed, excellent field coverage, and they are much sharper than the 18-200 can possible get and I don't miss the 50-200. I suspect they would be very good on most cameras (although you need to confirm the AF focus mechanism works for your model). That and a tripod make for some great shots.

One last point, assuming your camera supports high write speed rates, don't forget to get a SD card that supports write speeds of at least 40mb/s (UHS-1 or 3). They are more expensive but you will absolutely see the difference in FPS. At many events I take short bursts of 5-10 shots and I never have to wait with the 90+mb/s cards I have.

Hope this helps.