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Thinking of going to Nikon D70

bowtieman427

bowtieman427

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Hello all, I currently have and use a Nikon N70 35mm with SIGMA 28-80mmD macro aspherical & 100-300mmD both AF glass lenses. I was talking to a friend who told me I should consider a Digital Nikon D70 or D70s. I guess used they are reasonable and I can use my 35mm lenses.
What are your thoughts on the D70 or D70s ?
Should I consider a new lense to replace my 35mm 28-80mm ?
I understand the range would be different in a digital camera.

I take mostly family shots or some action shots my kids playing sports.
Thanks in advance
Jim
 
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I'd probably replace the Sigma 28-80 with either an 18-55 or 18-70 Nikkor... For the tele range, if you're not keeping the N70, I'd get the 55-200 VR. If you are, then I'd keep the 28-80, but replace the 100-300 with a 75-300 AF Nikkor. It'll be better quality, and will work on both the D70 and the N70 while providing a more seamless transition on both bodies from wide angle to telephoto...

I've seen D70's going for as low as $369.50 on the Kenmore Camera website. Not sure if it's ok to post their link, but a quick google search will bring their site up.

-J (another Nikon shooter, who finally got to hold a D3 today)
 
I would suggest going for the D70S. Use $250 to 300 for a D70 and $300 to $350 as pricing guidelines for an "excellent" condition D70S. Great digital SLR's in that price range. I would also look at the D50 as an alternative with a little less bells and whistles but a very comparable camera.

Disclaimer these camera's are manufacturer discontinued so its buyer beware but at these price points with relatively lower shutter actuations (<15,000) that should be a fairly safe DSLR investment.

Use your existing lens to see how you like the newer crop factor (50%) and then add lenses later.

I have a D50 and use all my older AF-D lenses (and Nikkor MF lenses) from my F2, FM and N80 camera's with no problem.

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I recently bought a D70 body and two new Nikon lenses for under $500.

Incredible camera and I am still having fun learning.

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Well in that case may I interest you in some slightly used film in "like new" condition. I personally inspected every inch of the film under bright lighting beginning with the leader and ending where the film is attached to the spool. You will be glad to know that I found no kinks, tears, scratches, or any other physical abnormalities whatsoever. I have several rolls in this condition. How many would you like?
 
As many as you got man. Coooooool.........

Now was that just bright light or really, really, really, really bright light???

:music:
 
I'm playing with a Pentax K100D. Man, these DSLR's are a hoot. I'm shopping for "old" lenses that are compatible. Prices are low, selection is great. This is fun, FUN.
 
BajaGringo said:
I can work with it. You gotta be flexible some times...
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Oh, it's flexible alright. I was able to wrap it around my finger several times with no problems whatsoever. FYI, flexible film was introduced many years ago (c. 1889) and pretty much spelled the end of glass plate film (and other substrates popular at the time) and those still holding on to very old school methods of capturing light.
Sorry, were you referring to something else?
Do you prefer USPS, UPS, FedEx, or Pony Express? There will be additional charges if you choose to go with the latter. Have you checked the price of hay lately?

Now, back to the thread. I have the D200 which I really like but I don't think you can go wrong with the D70. Even the D40 has received very favorable reviews even over the newer D40X. The only criticism I have with the Nikon is that choice of lenses are more limited and pricier compared to Canon's lens choices. On the plus side, some of Nikon's digital cameras will accept lenses designed for their film cameras whereas the Canon digital cameras are not backward compatible with their film lenses. My D200 is one such camera that will accept film lenses.
 
So should I get a digital camera from the 70's, 80's or 90's? I really, really, really am confused on this and need to make a decision so I can go and take a picture of my new car once I decide which one I am going to buy. Which car do you think I should buy?

Does flexible film take pictures faster?
 
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