Upgrade From Nikon D50?

[Kinky]

Peeps, a quick one for you all

Because of this forum, I purchased a Nikon D50 back in the day, when it was all green fields around here, etc, etc (remember Clud Nikon?)

And over time have built up a little collection of lenses, etc.

I now wonder if it's time to upgrade to a suitable equivalent. And this is where I start coming unstuck; in that I've no idea what I'm looking at, or even budget.

Most important is something that can use the various lenses we've got today.

In terms of actual use, it's purely occasional/casual/domestic; holiday pics, family, eBay, etc, etc. Certainly not hobbyist, or hardcore amateur.

Can anyone advise or provide any pointers please?

[Kinky]

Peeps,

Apologies for the delay in responding, but I was tied up last night (figuratively, not literally, given my PH name)

Thank you all for all the responses so far. That's been really really useful and helpful

What I'll do tonight, when I get home, is list all the lenses we've got, it's only 3 IIRC. I know it's not a huge amount, but hopefully will help. I should have thought of that yesterday.

The only other consideration we've got (sensibly) is to opt for a more recent camera - very specifically one that could handle 64gig SD cards. So Lord Simpo your very kind consideration of your trusty D200 is so wonderful, and for serious consideration.

To be honest, looking at the latest cameras, with those swivel/tilt screens, wi-fi enabled, bluetooth, etc, are all not features that we're interested in at all. I fully appreciate and understand the benefits of them, but they're not features that we'd use (honestly); so I'd be reluctant to pay the price for a load of features/functionality that we don't require.

One thing that surprised me was that yesterday I did a shutter count check on the camera, and it was over 48k The website where I checked it up on also said that it was at 96% of it's shutter life! We've never had it serviced or anything. Is shutter count a serious consideration for a 2nd hand camera?

For buying 2nd hand or new, I think the only place I'd consider is Grays of Westminster, as I've always dealt with them and have been truly wonderful. Unless I purchased from a fellow PHer (Lord Simpo for example)

Sorry if I'm wandering and waffling here; but kind of out of my league on the expertise level on this (hence me posting for advice).

Again, thank you all so very much. It's really very much appreciated.

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Phew, finally got around to having 2 spare minutes!!!!

So I've checked the lenses we've got and they are as follows:
- Nikkor AF-S Micro 40mm 1:2.8G DX
- Nikkor AF-S 18-70mm 1:3.5-4.5G ED DX
- Nikkor AF 70-300mm 1:4-5.6G

We did have 2 others, but I forgot they were accidently damaged (not our fault).

Just to clarify criteria ......
- A Nikon camera or body, which would fit the 3 lenses above
- Similar(ish) size/weight to the D50
- No limit/restriction on SD card size (not compact flash or micro SD)
- Not interested in all the latest bells & whistles (tilt/swivel screen, WiFi, bluetooth, etc)
- Purely domestic use only (not a hardcore hobbyist or hardcore amateur

Happy with new or 2nd hand, but probably sourced from a retailer as it would have been serviced (and I guess some form of basic warranty at least). Absolute budget is around the £600. To be honest, I think we'd rather a 2nd-hand unit as we're not paying for all the (unwanted bells and whistles). Unless there's a 'basic' new model around.

Why can't this be about cars, or computers .... I'd be much happier and in my comfort zone

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Folks,

I truly cannot thank you all enough

Some great reading and options to consider. I think my takeaway is that a D7x00 is the way to go, Whichever one we go for (the 0, 1 or new 2) will be a huge step up from what we have today with the D50.

It looks like there's some light at the end of the tunnel

The D7200 that eltawater linked to above is very appealing ...... especially considering it's new and a 3-year warranty :scratchin: The only downside to a 2nd-hand body is having one that's been cleaned/serviced/etc - so buying from a retailer is key; although I guess I could get it serviced anyway, post-purchase (if done privately).

Time to start reading those reviews.

Thank you all again, so so very much. It's truly very much appreciated.

And most sincere apologies for the numptiness

[Kinky]

GetCarter said:

..... stuff ....

Blimey, now there's a blast from the past

I hope you're keeping well Sir

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Simpo Two said:

stemll said:

I was also happy with HDEW (supplied my 7200) as listed by eltawater but bear in mind that they are grey imports if that bothers you (they will provide a VAT receipt if you ask for one).

Another vote for HDEW, I can't fault them. They provide their own warranty too.

Bugger .... I've now come to actually buy, it looks like they've stopped selling Nikon bodys

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So I've finally done it

I've gone for a D7200 and I've gone for a brand new one (body only). There were many factors why. Firstly there's the £185 cashback, which makes it cheaper than 2nd hand ones from Greys and just a few quid more expensive than MPB.

I did seriously consider the D7000 and D7100, but brand new, with a 2-year warranty, free next day delivery, and a pretty damn good price swung it. Not too much more than what HDEW had it for.

Again, thank you all for all your inputs. I've honestly been mulling it over and over, and read everyones posts many many times.