Comments on: Nikon D700 marks the end of DX sensors

By: gonzo

gonzo — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 23:39:36 +0000

Hi Santiago, I’d definitely wouldn’t wait with purchasing a digital camera if you’re still using film. The D90 is a fabulous camera and won’t disappoint. Personally, I’m not really buying into the DX lens system though, since I am anticipating moving to FX at some stage in the future. Until that time I’ll still be happily snapping away with my D300 and some cheaper DX lenses. I only miss the “FX effect” when I need to use wide angle lenses—that’s where DX is hurting the most. Hope this helps.

By: Santiago

Santiago — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 23:22:23 +0000

I’m interested on getting the new Nikon d90, not only because of it’s features but for it’s price. I’m not profesional photographer. I’m aware of dx/Fx formats (If i could I’d get a d700, but I’m afraid I can’t.)
So the question is… What do you think about geting a dx body now? Should I wait with my old N90s till Fx bodys are more afordable?
Thank you

By: Gonzo

Gonzo — Sun, 06 Jul 2008 17:44:51 +0000

That’s a good article Doug—thanks for that. It’s a funny situation: while it is certainly true that DX has its merits, I consider running both DX and FX glass production lines to be unsustainable in the long run. Of course the more DX lenses consumers will keep buying, the longer DX will stick around. And yes, I will hang on to my D300 for some time yet as well.

By: Doug McLachlan

Doug McLachlan — Sun, 06 Jul 2008 16:49:42 +0000

The emergence of more affordable FX bodies is great news but don’t think that this will spell the end of the DX format. There are pros and cons to both formats. Suggest reading BjÃ¸rn RÃ¸rslett’s article “D3 against the D300: FX vs DX format” http://www.naturfotograf.com/D3/D3_rev06.html for an excellent analysis of the two formats. For me personally the 18-200 VR lens is reason enough to hang on to a D300 body.