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[drdoom200]

Now that the D750 DxO results are in, is it fair to say that the D750 is actually the great grand child of the D70? I owned a D70 and it was a wonder in its time, but with the introduction of the D200, it became clear to me that the D70's body, while admirable, did fall short of a pro-caliber body... In comparison to the D810, the D750 falls short too in the very same manner... the extra $1000 dollars gets you a pro-caliber body and a lot more resolution... worth it in my judgement... for the more budget minded, the D750 will do great, but you get what you pay for and nothing more...

 

[MonoNoAware810]

While I am a D810 shooter, I think the D750 offers a lot of features and quality for the price. I think Nikon is going to sell a lot of them and make a lot of photographers happy in the process.

 

[Dyun27]

Now that the D750 DxO results are in, is it fair to say that the D750 is actually the great grand child of the D70? I owned a D70 and it was a wonder in its time, but with the introduction of the D200, it became clear to me that the D70's body, while admirable, did fall short of a pro-caliber body... In comparison to the D810, the D750 falls short too in the very same manner... the extra $1000 dollars gets you a pro-caliber body and a lot more resolution... worth it in my judgement... for the more budget minded, the D750 will do great, but you get what you pay for and nothing more...

If you're a pro and the situations you get into truly call for something extremely sturdy, you know you need to invest in something that will survive the apocalypse.

Most buyers will never need half the features of the more expensive models, but they'll want them for bragging rights. Sadly many buyers won't know how to get even half the potential out of the body they buy regardless of how much money they throw at it. It's kind of like building a bomb shelter in your back yard... some want to be fully prepared for an unlikely situation that they'll probably never encounter... but then again... who's to say something won't happen? I might get shot tomorrow, but I don't think wearing a bullet-proof vest every day is practical just in case it happens. Cops wearing a bullet-proof vest however... those are some pretty justifiable odds.

The D750 is more than most people will ever need and the D810 goes beyond that. Unless you're shooting for clients who require super high resolution images or climbing the frozen, slippery slopes of Kilimanjaro, a D750 is more than enough toughness and resolution for a lot of buyers, even for professional applications. Most photographers don't want to dip their gear in salt water or risk actions that will cause the body and lens to shatter against rocks. Even if the body makes it, the lens is most likely toast.

This is only my opinion of course. All the "plastic" bodies I've used in various situations held up remarkably well for my use, and I've used them in many different places...from standing waist deep in the ocean, to climbing ruins and mountains in winter. I'm also careful despite being occasionally clumsy.

On the other hand if you have money to burn and the D810 meets your photographic needs (and even if it doesn't!), why not spend an extra $1,000.00 if you can and don't know what else to do with a $1,000.00? (Hint: you can give it to me! )

The D70 is a DX camera. Not sure how the D750 would be the great grand child of the D70.

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[Joe Digital2]

Actually I would probably bring my D750 up a serious climb rather than an 810 but agree that for clients who need the larger resolution, the 810 is superb and the right tool for the job.

But, I would also probably not call the D750 a budget camera. It seems quite capable in many shooting applications.

 

[Dyun27]

Actually I would probably bring my D750 up a serious climb rather than an 810 but agree that for clients who need the larger resolution, the 810 is superb and the right tool for the job.

But, I would also probably not call the D750 a budget camera. It seems quite capable in many shooting applications.

Agreed.

 

[Joe Digital2]

Okay, I am going to date myself here.

When I was a serious pro I used an F5 but, I got just as many publications with my old 8008. Yes, a body that was made partly of plastic (although not carbon fiber reinforced) and was called an enthusiast camera. It was what I grabbed when working up a 50' oak tree, rapelling down a cliff face, climbing, 15 mile hikes, and shooting at a peace protest. It never let me down and was so much easier to pack and carry. It was dropped more than a handful of times and survived with just scuff marks. I think the D750 is fairly tough but only time will tell.

I thought I should clarify my climbing claim above.

I also don't quite understand how the DXO assessment drove the original poster to imply that the D750 doesn't compare to a pro body (810 and others). The 750 did pretty well in their assessment and they did not, of course, discuss durability.

 

[Dyun27]

Okay, I am going to date myself here.

When I was a serious pro I used an F5 but, I got just as many publications with my old 8008. Yes, a body that was made partly of plastic (although not carbon fiber reinforced) and was called an enthusiast camera. It was what I grabbed when working up a 50' oak tree, rapelling down a cliff face, climbing, 15 mile hikes, and shooting at a peace protest. It never let me down and was so much easier to pack and carry. It was dropped more than a handful of times and survived with just scuff marks. I think the D750 is fairly tough but only time will tell.

I thought I should clarify my climbing claim above.

I also don't quite understand how the DXO assessment drove the original poster to imply that the D750 doesn't compare to a pro body (810 and others). The 750 did pretty well in their assessment and they did not, of course, discuss durability.

I'm one of "those" who believe that if you know what you're doing, you can create professional results with a $10.00 disposable camera and sell them. There are valid reasons why somebody would need all that reassurance and protection against the unforeseen as well as the very high resolution, but, like you, I think the OP is a bit misguided in his conclusion. I'm sure Nikon smiles anytime someone decides their ego (more than their skill or need) requires the "pro" model.

It's the ole' "size matters" vs. "it's how you use it" argument. Lol Not sure there will ever be a consensus on anything since everyone has different needs (real or imagined).

 

[sandy b]

Pure swill out of the trough. I wouldn't buy a d810 over the D750 if it was the same price. I want a lighter body. The DXO scores are a virtual tie, the D750 basically ties in DR, loses in color and wins in low light. It has better rated low light af, better fps, and costs a grand less. It is the Goldilocks of DSLRs, just right. Oh, it qualifies for tier 1 NPS, making it pro per Nikons standards. It will handily outsell the 810 too.