Nikon has a lot of DSLR cameras. Sometimes you can go crazy choosing the right option for yourself. Also, it is very difficult to understand the range of cameras. There are many cameras that are professional on the one hand and amateur on the other.
I broke all the cameras on 4 class:
- Flagship (these cameras are often referred to as true professional cameras). It is easy to distinguish by features such as the fact that they do not have a built-in flash, they have an additional second handle for portraits, use very large batteries and fast CF memory cards. These cameras have as many as two additional displays. They can do everything that professional cameras do.
- Professional (often referred to as semi-pro cameras) These cameras do not have automatic modes, are weatherproof, and use fast CF cards and dedicated control connectors. They can do everything that advanced amateur cameras can do.
- Advanced amateur (often referred to as mid-range cameras). Uses SD cards, can control external flashes, and support fast sync with flashes. Unlike amateur cameras, they have an additional display and an additional control wheel, as well as a depth-of-field preview button.
- Amateur (they are amateur in Africa). They have a small weight, few controls. Use SD cards.
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Here is my distribution of cameras by class:
- Flagship models: Nikon D1, D1h, D1x, D2h, D2x, D2hs, D2xs, D3, D3s, D3x, D4, D4s, D5, D6, Z9
- Professional models: Nikon D100, D200, D300, D300s, D500, D700, D800, D800E, D810, D810a, D850, Nikon z7, Z7 II
- Advanced amateur models: Nikon D70, D70s D80, D90, D7000, D7100, D7200, D7500, D600, D610, D750, D780, Nikon z6, Z6 II
- Amateur models: Nikon D50, D40, D40x, D60, D3000, D3100, D3200, D3300, D3400, D3500, D5000, D5100, D5200, D5300, D5500, D5600, Nikon z50, Nikon z5
- With retro design: Nikon DF, Nikon Z fc
- Nikon D - SLR
- Nikon Z - mirrorless
The main distribution criteria:
About the line of Nikon camera classes. increase.
Useful plate with the dates of the announcements of cameras. Green indicates Nikon FX full-length cameras.
| Camera | Release date |
| d1 | 15.06.1999 |
| d1h | 05.01.2001 |
| d1x | 05.01.2001 |
| d100 | 21.01.2002 |
| d2h | 22.07.2003 |
| d70 | 28.01.2004 |
| d2x | 16.09.2004 |
| d2hs | 16.01.2005 |
| d70s | 01.04.2005 |
| d50 | 20.04.2005 |
| d200 | 01.10.2005 |
| d2xs | 01.06.2006 |
| d80 | 09.08.2006 |
| d40 | 16.11.2006 |
| d40x | 06.03.2007 |
| d3 | 23.08.2007 |
| d300 | 23.08.2007 |
| d60 | 01.01.2008 |
| d700 | 01.07.2008 |
| d90 | 27.08.2008 |
| d3x | 01.12.2008 |
| d5000 | 14.04.2009 |
| d300s | 30.06.2009 |
| d3000 | 30.07.2009 |
| d3s | 14.10.2009 |
| d3100 | 19.08.2010 |
| d7000 | 15.09.2010 |
| d5100 | 05.04.2011 |
| d4 | 06.01.2012 |
| d800 | 06.02.2012 |
| d800e | 06.02.2012 |
| d3200 | 19.04.2012 |
| d600 | 13.09.2012 |
| d5200 | 07.11.2012 |
| d7100 | 01.02.2013 |
| d610 | 08.10.2013 |
| d5300 | 17.10.2013 |
| df | 05.11.2013 |
| D3300 | 07.01.2014 |
| D4s | 25.02.2014 |
| D810 | 26.06.2014 |
| D750 | 11.09.2014 |
| D5500 | 06.01.2015 |
| D810a | 10.02.2015 |
| D7200 | 02.03.2015 |
| D5 | 06.01.2016 |
| D500 | 06.01.2016 |
| D3400 | 17.08.2016 |
| D5600 | 10.11.2016 |
| D7500 | 12.04.2017 |
| D850 | 24.08.2017 |
| Nikon z6 | 23.08.2018 |
| Nikon z7 | 23.08.2018 |
| D3500 | 30.08.2018 |
| Nikon z50 | 10.10.2019 |
| D780 | 07.01.2020 |
| D6 | 11.02.2020 |
| Nikon z5 | 21.07.2020 |
| Nikon z6 ii | 14.10.2020 |
| Nikon z7 ii | 14.10.2020 |
| Nikon z9 | 10.03.2021 |
| Nikon Z fc | 29.06.2021 |
- Nikon DX SLR cameras with APS-C sensor are marked in white
- Nikon DX mirrorless cameras with APS-C sensor are marked in pink
- Green indicates full-frame SLR cameras
- Full frame mirrorless cameras are marked in blue
Also, with the Nikon F mount, there are the following cameras: Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro, S2 Pro, S3 Pro, S3 Pro UVIR, S5 Pro, IS Pro, Kodak DCS PRO 14n (and its modifications) and Kodak DCS Pro SLR / n (and its modifications)
Which cameras use the same sensor can see here.
My calculations on the performance of the Nikon CZK can be viewed here.
Letters S, H, X, E in Nikon Camera Names
- S - usually this letter is attributed to the camera, which is simply updated version previous model without major modifications. for example Nikon D70s, D300s, D3s, D4s. These cameras have the same body and a similar matrix as in Nikon D70, D300, D3, D4. Roughly speaking, this is a cosmetic update to the camera with the addition of new useful features.
- H - usually this letter is added to updated camera models when they want to show that the updated camera has the possibility of a good fast continuous shooting. Roughly speaking, a camera for sports photographers, photojournalists. D1h, D2h, D2hs - have just amazing frame buffer.
- X - usually this letter is added to the updated camera model in which increased number of megapixels, but the main characteristics remained similar to the previous version. For example, Nikon D40 \ D40x, D1 \ D1x, D2x, D2xs, D3 \ D3x.
- E - for cameras with missing low-pass filter (Nikon D800e)
- A - for cameras designed for astro photography (Nikon D810a)
- F - Fusion "Fusion" for cameras with retro body design (Nikon Df)
- II - second version of the camera (Z6 -> Z6 II)
Conclusions
Using my tablet, you can immediately determine which class the Nikon digital SLR camera belongs to. Considering that each new round of evolution (from left to right) only improves the performance of cameras, it becomes very simple to choose the best option.
When choosing a Nikon SLR camera, I advise you to look in the 'Which Nikon camera to choose?'.
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Thank you !!! Tell me, the paloroid filters are compatible with Nikon ???
Yes, they do. When buying, pay attention to the matching filter diameter and thread on the lens.
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Oh, Arkady, tell me which is better for macro. Lens Sigma AF 150mm f / 2.8 EX DG OS HSM APO Macro Nikon ... or 105 which was discussed in the first appeal ??? Thanks !!!
The Nikon 105mm F2.8 VR is a flawless lens and I highly recommend it.
Thank you very much, otherwise I was completely confused reading the reviews !!!! Tomorrow will come, I can’t wait)))))
tell me which is better to buy a D5100 or D3100
D5100 Will be better.
Good evening. Perhaps it was in the wrong branch? The question is about the NIKON 3200. The manual optics of the UNION (domestic and foreign with F fasteners) require a dandelion for camera metering and a signal (audio, optical in the viewfinder). I understood it. How, or rather, on which lenses the carcass will control the diaphragm. If possible, call a couple of them. Does it make sense to find and remodel (rearrange) the manual with normal glass or save it for something modern, high-quality, but EXPENSIVE. In the old days, Zenit TTL and Kiev-19 worked, did not strain manul.
ABOUT! Now there are two of us with one problem!
All Soviet lenses with the designation H will work with a semiautomatic diaphragm - it is written about it here https://radojuva.com.ua/2011/04/optika-na-nikon/ for example
And the old native Nikon lenses are also suitable, for more details here - https://radojuva.com.ua/2012/06/nikon-ai-s-old-lens-about/such as
Good day!
The other day I have fulfilled my dream - I have my first CZK. This is baby nikon 3200. In the photo, I am an amateur who just sometimes turns out something. But even for my level at the moment, the AF-S Nikkor 18-55 VR kit lens is clearly not enough. What is the possible alternative for this device in the budget range? Is it possible to use manual glasses to reveal at least part of the potential? If so, which ones will fit and where you will advise to look.
Indicate for what purposes you need lenses, then I can tell you something. For starters, you can look towards Helios-81N https://radojuva.com.ua/2011/02/obzor-gelios-81-n-test/ and from autofocus to Nikkor 50 1.8G - https://radojuva.com.ua/2012/02/obzor-nikon-50-mm-f-1-8-g-af-s/
For portraiture. Sometimes I shoot at weddings. Whale as a station wagon so far suitable.
For a portrait you need to look at fifty dollars and 85mm fixes.
Good day! I suspect the question is in the wrong thread, but still. Arkady, can you please tell me, is it better to take a 50mm or 35mm lens for a “crop camera”? I read on some Internet resource that the half is set on a full frame, and on a 35mm crop. Because 35mm on crop will be equivalent to 50mm full frame. Is it so? Or, if there is an article on your site, please give me a link.
I have a Nikon D90 (so far only a body).
Thank you.
I photograph mainly architecture and nature (both in panorama and macro), sometimes (as without it) portraits.
Good evening. Yesterday I bought a Nikon D7000 camera (I also looked at the options for canon eos 60d, canon eos650d. I wanted to ask if I made the right choice? I like everything, but in the evening looking at the information on the sites, I came across words broken and hot pixels. I switched to Nikon D7000 with Canon’s ultrasound, I still have a lot to learn. But now I’m worried how can I check the camera for these broken or hot pixels. I took pictures in auto-mode, everything is fine. Tell me what to do?
If everything is wonderful, then do not attach importance to the terrible story. How to check is described here https://radojuva.com.ua/2013/01/what-camera-nikon-shoud-i-buy/
Hello, Arkady.
I am an amateur, but spoiled by communication with professionals. I chose a camera for a very long time (alas, I have limited funds and I can't directly follow the advice of these friends). As a result, I settled on the D3200, but based on your table and the final price monitoring ... now I'm starting to hesitate in favor of the D5100. You wrote here about an unusual matrix in 3200 ... as I understand it, the D5100 does not have it? What advice would you give of these two cameras?
Thank you.
Advised as indicated on the plate - https://radojuva.com.ua/2013/01/what-camera-nikon-shoud-i-buy/
Excuse me, but I'm already in “oscillatory mode” ... I read your review for 5100 .. but for 3200 you simply don't have it…. I guess I somehow do not understand the word "unusual" .. In general, I beg you to help.
And then I’ll ask about the lens - I’ll say right away, of course, everyone limits the means. Alas, so far there is only one. I hesitate between fix 35 (1.8ji) and 18-105 VR for whale ... yes - I read that you recommend 18-105 for all occasions, but there is absolutely no money for an external flash, so I tend to a higher aperture, because very often I will shoot indoors. Therefore, to be honest, I tend to lean more towards the 35-ke fix. Thanks again.
If you are leaning towards 35tka, then you can get it. You can find the rating of cameras for purchase here - https://radojuva.com.ua/2013/01/what-camera-nikon-shoud-i-buy/
Hello Arkady!
Thanks for the reviews and articles, very interesting.
I'm going to comprehend the basics of photographing, here I am reading your site, in anticipation of my D90.
Before that, I only dabbled in various CZK, but for the most part the D5000 with a whale lens.
There are a couple of questions:
1. Only the 55-200 TV will be included, is it worth taking a lens with a smaller focal length now, and which one?
2. There is an old Soviet Jupiter-8 with an M39 mount. Will I be able to use it somehow and is it worth it?
3. It is also possible to take some Helios for a penny, there are options: 44M, 44M-4, 44-2, 44K-4 and 42.
1. When it will be possible to use 55-200, you will immediately understand whether you need a wider lens
2. You cannot, this is a rangefinder, in more detail here - https://radojuva.com.ua/2012/10/dalnomernaya-optica-na-slr/
3. I advise Helios-81N on Nikon, with the 44th problem with infinity, in more detail here https://radojuva.com.ua/2011/04/optika-na-nikon/
Thanks for the reply.
I’ll leave Jupiter for the future, someday I can get to the macro, but for now I’ll look for Helios-81N. :)
And you write:
https://radojuva.com.ua/2011/02/obzor-gelios-81-n-test/
>> Some Helios-81H lenses will not be able to mount on the following cameras without additional modification: D90, D80, D70s, D50, D70, D100 or will jam when they are disconnected. But, on other modern digital-SLR cameras, the lens will be installed without any problems.
So is it still possible or not?
And, I’ve already read that there are different instances.
Thank you so much for creating this site)
I have a Nikon 5100d 18-105vr lens. advise the flash is not expensive, for shooting indoors.
from SB-400 to SB-600, SB-700
Thank you very much, I read the articles and comments with interest. Question: I am an amateur, I have been shooting with Nikon d40 for five years now, I have 18-55, 55-200, and Nikon 40mm f / 2.8G DX. Recommend a lens that is versatile but better than the 18-55. And one more thing: is it worth buying a more modern camera (I thought - D5200 D7000?). Thanks.
This one will be more universal https://radojuva.com.ua/2012/12/obzor-nikon-af-s-18-200mm-vr/, thoughts on choosing a camera can be found here - https://radojuva.com.ua/2013/01/what-camera-nikon-shoud-i-buy/
Thank you very much. Yesterday I read the articles on your site for a long time - very interesting, I found a lot of usefulness. :)
I'm new at this.
There is a budget of 800-850 $
Primarily interested in the quality of the photo, no video.
Advise what is better nikon d90 kit 18-105 or nikon d5100 kit 18-105
in google did not find a reliable answer, the only thing is whether the old man d90 is out of date? On the net they write that in d5100 the matrix is like in d7000.
I don’t plan to buy optics in the coming year.
still can not decide what to take
already thought on the d90body + Nikon AF 50mm f / 1.8D option
or d5100 + kit 18-55 + (Nikon [b] AF-S [/ b] 50mm f / 1.8D then)
Find recommendations here https://radojuva.com.ua/2013/01/what-camera-nikon-shoud-i-buy/
Hello, I settled on two cameras Nikon D5100 and Canon EOS 600D, please tell me which one to pay more attention to?
Hello Arkady! Tell me please . here I have a D3100. WILL THE LENS Nikon 24-70mm f / 2.8G ED AF-S Nikkor come up to him? FOR YOU BEFORE YOU. **
Yes, it does.
Hello Arkady! Please tell me, I bought a NIKON D5100 with a lens kit 18-55, everything is cool, and what lens do you recommend for shooting weddings and holidays, write the brand if it does not complicate you! With great respect and thank you in advance!
For weddings on the D5100, a versatile Nikon 17-55mm f / 2.8G ED IF AF-S DX Nikkor and in addition the Nikon 70-200GII VR would be a good option
Thank you very much!
Tell me cheaper lenses please, otherwise Nikon 17-55mm f / 2.8G ED IF AF-S DX Nikkor $ 800 and Nikon 70-200GII VR $ 2511 are a little expensive for me!
Weddings are also expensive :)
I liked the material very much, helped me choose a camera from Nikon ... but what about the same article on Canon?
Arkady, tell me how to determine the working distance in practice?
Hello Arkady, for a start: - “Thank you so much for your articles. It was difficult for me, a poorly enlightened person, to understand other reviews, but your articles can be read as fiction! "
You got around the Nikon D70, if you can, at least a few words. Thank you in advance.
ordered sb910 in the online store. How to distinguish from a Chinese fake? Thanks.
Will the D3200 make more noise than the d3100 at high iso due to its excessive megapixel ???
Hello Arkady, please advise which device is better, d90, d5000 or d5200?
Hello, do you have any evolution signs for Kenon? Can share a reference)
Hello, on nikon d5200, when recording video, the 18-55 lens focuses noisily and does not come into focus the first time, “crawls back and forth” tell me if there is a “quiet” lens for it?