Has anyone used the Nikon D3 Digital SLR camera?
Posted by admin | Under Nikon D3 Cameras Tuesday Oct 21, 2008I am about to buy the Nikon D3 and wanted to know if there is anyone using it to shoot weddings and if you think it is a good camera?? I was tossing up between the Nikon D3 and the Canon 5D – any prefferences??
I have been a wedding photographer for 10 years but have always shot with an analogue Nikon. I have found that Digital cameras cant give the same quality especially in the Hi-lights and Lo-lights & skin tones. Now that I am going digital I want to get the best quality I can!! Do you think the D3 will give me good results??
if you already have Nikon lenses, get the D3. You'll be able to use those lenses on it.
those two cameras are aimed at the high end professional. i personally dont find any need for them, i was able to take decent and even great photos with a simple point and shoot camera. i am very happy with my pentax k100d.
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Those are two complete different brands–and if you are already an established photographer (as I assume that you are)–will you toss all the expensive lenses that you have bought?
Stay with the same brand. If you're already have a Canon, then get a Canon 5D. If you have a Nikon, then buy this one. If you have another brand, or if you don't have a DSLR yet, it's a bit overkill–and quite expensive.
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The D3 is arguably THE flagship professional DSLR right now. The Canon 5D is not really in the same class as the D3. The Canon 1Ds Mark III is in the same league.
The D3 is a great camera, same as the 1Ds Mark III.
Other than the 5D having a full frame sensor, it is more in line with the Nikon D300, which has a DX size sensor.
I have a predolection to Nikon, so I would definitely recommend it. However, I know of a lot of professionals other than myself that are using the D300. The D3/D300 share a lot of the same technology.
So I would say that the Nikon D300 or Canon 5D should serve you well. What are you using at the moment? I'd stick with the brand you already have since you can use the current crop of lenses.
I almost get the vibe from your question that you are not yet a pro wedding photographer. If this is the case, then it doesn't matter which camera you get, as it will not help you get good wedding photos. I recommend a few years schooling/training/apprenticing. After that, you'll know what camera is the right one for you.
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If are starting from scratch I would go with the Canon. Canon has a better selection of ultra-performance lenses.
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if you already have Nikon lenses, get the D3. You'll be able to use those lenses on it.
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I've used the Nikon D3, and the Canon counterparts. After using it, I must say, it's one of the greatest, if not the greatest DSLR on the market now and in previous years. Pop Photo called it the "Best Nikon Ever." I almost agree with them. The D3 is sturdy, well built, but surprisingly light. I was amazed after have used the D2xs and the D200. The LCD as well is of great quality. If you have the money and need this camera, I would strongly suggest it.
The Canon 5D is a great camera, however, it does not have an many good qualities as the D3. Also, since you've been shooting with Nikon for years, it's probably in your best interest to get the Nikon.
I would like to say as well, Nikon has plenty of lenses to choose from. Canon has a lot more lenses, but most of these are aimed for entry level shooters. I don't know what you use for weddings, but you cannot go wrong with a 14-24mm f2.8 and a 70-200mm f2.8.
I must add, if you're shooting weddings, you might be better off with 2 Nikon D300 SLR's. The D300 has the same quality, minus the faster fps the D3 has and the full frame capability. Going this route, you'll also have about $1000 left over for a lens or something of this nature. But since you need the best quality, it might be best to get the FF use of the D3.
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I own the D300 and love it. The colors are dead on and the D3 uses the same processor.
The Active D-Lighting feature might come in handy in some wedding settings.
Read this review (as if you haven't) and decide:
http://www.popphoto.com/cameras/5047/camera-test-nikon-d3.html
Just because you might see something you like, check out my samples. Most are untouched in post. The D3 would have to be as good or better.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/samfeinstein/tags/d300/
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You can't go wrong with the D3
I shoot weddings (and have for some time) with a D2X and a D100. If you're worth your salt – and know your settings you won't have a problem with high or low light – and skin tones have never been a problem…as long as you're using a reputable printer…and I mean on-line service like mpix or whcc.
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I shoot wedding with the D3 and it is a superb camera. Apart from everything you've read there are a myriad of great little features in the camera such as a programmable button to disable flash on a shot rather than switching off the flash! The D3 will get you shots that no other camera is able. The D3 is designed to be used as a SLR has always been used, for sports, events and PJ. The 1DsMkIII is also a good camera however it has some major build issues concerning the autofocus and it will cost alot more to get a camera that can only match the D3 at best.
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Here is a link to Flickr D3 group check out the images.
http://flickr.com/groups/nikond3
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What lenes do you already have?
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