Need advice on camera upgrade
OnWithTheHunt
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About to replace my 15-year-old Nikon D100 camera body with a somewhat newer model, most likely a gently used D300 or D300S. In addition to fitting into my budget, I like that they both support live view, which should make it easier to photograph coins. Since I only need the body, I've been looking at several on ebay that could fill the bill, some that come with software and some that don't. I'm guessing that I will need the Nikon software to take advantage of that function, but want to make sure. My photo processing program is Adobe Lightroom 5.5, if that makes any difference. Have always been able to rely on great advice from the members here on my previous photo (and coin) questions. Thanks.
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Ken Rockwell's site has a section on recommended cameras.
http://www.kenrockwell.com/index.htm
Although I have not taken advantage of it yet (since I have a separate camcorder that shoots in 3D which I prefer) the D750 also has full HD Video capability with 1080P. There were many excellent reviews that came out in late 2014 and in 2015 and the D750 was arguably the best prosumer full frame camera on the market and has some features that are superior to the professional models from Nikon of same time frame.
The D7100 and D7200 are also excellent cameras but they have smaller sensors and use the smaller sized and ofter lower quality DX lenses.
Decent results thus far. All about the glass and lighting.
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