It’s official: I’m really into photography as a hobby right now :), proven with my recent purchase… I just upgraded my old camera, to a Nikon D7000, and WOW, what an upgrade!
Now I finally have auto exposure bracketing (for much easier HDR images)! Even though this camera makes HDR really easily, I’m sort-of glad my first DSLR(D3100) did not have AEB, as this taught me to really plan out my HDR images; not everything should be overly processed. Still, I’m super excited about an easier way to get bracket photos.
Also, I’ll admit that I never really used Manual mode on the D3100, and spent most of the time shooting Auto 🙁 , with a little bit on Aperture priority or Shutter priority. Transitioning to the D7000, I am making it a point to almost exclusively use Manual mode on this camera, as a good way to get better at learning photography (probably what I should have done a year ago).
^ I should point out this camera has TWO rotary dials: one for aperture and the other for shutter speed, which I love and have already found invaluable in Manual mode. ^
This camera makes me happy. There are many new features of the D7000 I have yet to discover, and l am excited about the learning experience ahead! As always, keep an eye on these albums for new photos: Google+ | 500px
Update 01/12/13: I just discovered lynda.com as an amazing collection of video tutorials on using the Nikon D7000 and all its features – I would definitely recommend checking them out!
Hi there,
This definitely looks like a powerful camera. Can you do me a favor, please do a comparison of this machine with Nikon D500.
Josh:
Unfortunately, I do not have access to any other cameras, but I can point you to some websites that I use when comparing cameras…
– dpreview
– snapsort
Good luck, and thanks for visiting!
Two questions:
1) You gonna sell your old camera?
2) Will you ever add a way for us to subscribe to your blog BESIDES an rss feed? Email perhaps? WordPress follow button?
Andrew:
1. Sorry, already sold (helped pay for the new camera)
2. Thanks for the tip, I did not realize; Done, check the home page sidebar
🙂
Hey, two things:
1. The Nikon D7000 is currently available at a newly lowered price from Amazon. The camera by itself (without a lens) is available for under a thousand dollars, for only $996.95. In addition, there are some special promotions offered, which include a 2% back in rewards, and a free 16GB SanDisk memory card. There is also a 24 month special financing offer available. Sounds like a great deal!
http://bit.ly/nikon-d7000-without-lens
2. If you want to compare Nikon’s D7000 with the D5100, take a look at http://www.d5100vsd7000.org/d5100-vs-d7000-compared/