D200 and 17-55 f/2.8

Arkady · 26-01-2006, 15:21

Just had a play with the D200 up at Cosford - the Nikon roadshow guys were up touting the latest gizmos - toys, toys, toys. Got myself a nice new stainless-steel Nikon thermos-mug (swe-eeeet). Tried for the GPS adaptor for the D2x but someone else blagged it instead...

D200?
Awesome!
In some ways, the metering and AF settings are better than the D2x - esp. for anyone not prepared to spend £3k on the Pro model. Batteries are improved over the old ones to D2x standards - approx 1700 exposures per battery, extended if you use the handgrip (2x batteries and/or AA adaptor).

Still using a CCD instead of the LB-CAST in the D2HS and the CMOS in the D2x, but with better interpolation and colour rendition.

If I was a studio or wedding photographer, this is the camera I would use if I stayed with Nikon. Much better value than the D2x, but not as rugged or as well-sealed against dust and moisture.
Speaking of dust, the bypass filter has been moved a little further away from the CCD, to help make the inevitable dust specks less intrusive. Also, the fact that its a 10.2 MPi sensor means that any dust motes appear smaller in relation to the overall image anyway.

NIKKOR 17-55 f/2.8 DX. I'll be taking this to Malawi with me for an extended test and will post results when I get back. Seems OK, though the AF sounds a bit 'clicky' compared to the 17-35, but that may because it's fresh out of the box.
One good thing - the lens hood has a small locking device, which should eliminate my old problem of having to secure them with gaffer-tape after they've been slightly worn-down by dust and grit in the field.

Joe T · 26-01-2006, 17:45

Thanks for you opinions. Very interesting, thanks

Looking forward to seeing you review of the 17-55.

Venomator · 26-01-2006, 20:49

Well chuffed with your v. short review Arkady - makes me feel a little better about spending the dosh ! Not that I will ever appreciate all the capabilities that you would get out of it I don't suppose - will keep trying and learning though ! Never too late 'n all that ! Not sure about the choice of 'every day lens' yet though ! Still waiting for the newie.

Chez · 28-01-2006, 01:35

Glad you agree with my impressions of it Rob

I'm thoroughly enjoying mine and can't imagine anything the D2X could offer over the D200 that I would use (in fact, the D200 handles noise better at higher ISOs)..

***Dave*** · 28-01-2006, 10:15

Now your making us D70 guys jealous

Joe T · 28-01-2006, 13:36

Quote:

Originally Posted by DJW

Now your making us D70 guys jealous

Agreed!

One day.....

26-01-2006, 15:21	#1 (permalink)
Arkady Forum Regular Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Aldershot, Hampshire Posts: 1,198	D200 and 17-55 f/2.8 Just had a play with the D200 up at Cosford - the Nikon roadshow guys were up touting the latest gizmos - toys, toys, toys. Got myself a nice new stainless-steel Nikon thermos-mug (swe-eeeet). Tried for the GPS adaptor for the D2x but someone else blagged it instead... D200? Awesome! In some ways, the metering and AF settings are better than the D2x - esp. for anyone not prepared to spend £3k on the Pro model. Batteries are improved over the old ones to D2x standards - approx 1700 exposures per battery, extended if you use the handgrip (2x batteries and/or AA adaptor). Still using a CCD instead of the LB-CAST in the D2HS and the CMOS in the D2x, but with better interpolation and colour rendition. If I was a studio or wedding photographer, this is the camera I would use if I stayed with Nikon. Much better value than the D2x, but not as rugged or as well-sealed against dust and moisture. Speaking of dust, the bypass filter has been moved a little further away from the CCD, to help make the inevitable dust specks less intrusive. Also, the fact that its a 10.2 MPi sensor means that any dust motes appear smaller in relation to the overall image anyway. NIKKOR 17-55 f/2.8 DX. I'll be taking this to Malawi with me for an extended test and will post results when I get back. Seems OK, though the AF sounds a bit 'clicky' compared to the 17-35, but that may because it's fresh out of the box. One good thing - the lens hood has a small locking device, which should eliminate my old problem of having to secure them with gaffer-tape after they've been slightly worn-down by dust and grit in the field. __________________ "When I hold a camera, I Know no fear..." Alfred Eisenstadt Nikon D2x Bodies x2 14mm f/2.8 Sigma; 17-24mm f/2.8 Nikkor; 28-80mm f/2.8 Nikkor; 24-85mm f/2.8-4 Nikkor; 80-200mm f/2.8 Nikkor; 300mm f/2.8 Nikkor; 600mm f/4 Nikkor SB-800 Flash x2

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26-01-2006, 17:45	#2 (permalink)
Joe T Forum Regular Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Amersham, Bucks Posts: 978	Thanks for you opinions. Very interesting, thanks Looking forward to seeing you review of the 17-55.

26-01-2006, 20:49	#3 (permalink)
Venomator Forum Regular Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Hertfordshire Posts: 922	Well chuffed with your v. short review Arkady - makes me feel a little better about spending the dosh ! Not that I will ever appreciate all the capabilities that you would get out of it I don't suppose - will keep trying and learning though ! Never too late 'n all that ! Not sure about the choice of 'every day lens' yet though ! Still waiting for the newie.

28-01-2006, 01:35	#4 (permalink)
Chez Been here a while Join Date: May 2005 Location: Northampton Posts: 289	Glad you agree with my impressions of it Rob I'm thoroughly enjoying mine and can't imagine anything the D2X could offer over the D200 that I would use (in fact, the D200 handles noise better at higher ISOs)..

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*Dave* Pixalo Crew Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 14,828	Now your making us D70 guys jealous