Nikon D7100 Review

[@blurayauthority]

This is one of the best all-around reviews I've seen of this camera (or any product). He's articulate, unbiased and communicates in a way that's knowledgable yet easy to understand. Keep up the good work!

[@christopherbarber9351]

Thanks! I've had a D-7100 for a couple of years but still learned some things from your review.

[@AnarchysSon]

Great Review! Not quite a year ago life's circumstances afforded me an opportunity to dip my toe into digital photography after leaving the film/darkroom world in my rear view mirror many, many, years ago. The camera I opted for was a D7100. I continue to use this camera and as of this writing, 4/24/17, it has never let me down. I am enchanted by the results I can attain with such a modestly priced body. Yes, it's 'just' a DX camera yet I find the achievable results, when I do my part, sublime. Thanks for such a thorough and sincere review of 'my' camera. ;) All the Best

[@pecarew2003]

Thanks for explaining the digital rangefinder focusing system, i do use my manual focus lenses and spent all day looking for a more in depth reviews on this feature and you were the only one that even mentioned it ... thanks!

[@evoluxar]

George Clooney talking about photography....great...!

[@evoluxar]

respect...

[@aliciamatkowski3703]

great share You can get the 7100 with lens kit on sale now on www.photolg.com/newcameras for anyone looking for this model. The zoom lens kit makes for a great walk around combo. thanks

[@PtitPoup]

Charalampos Leventis lmao!!! thank you for posting this 3 years ago 😌

[@dfeekt]

There is no physical possibility for D7100 to change the aperture during video recording. It's dictated by the way camera is constructed. Whenever the mirror is lifted and the sensor is exposed, aperture locks mechanically. To change it, mirror must flip back and you are losing live view. Same for D600. Other than that, a great review.

[@Sherukka]

Correct!

[@user-wi7vu5hv8g]

Of course you can change aperture during video. Just use older lenses with aperture ring...

[@rlwings]

Really? Then why can the D750 do it? ... Answer: Nikon purposely dumming down their lower models in order to create purchasing motivation toward more expensive models... They could fix it in minutes by updating the firmware if they really wanted to... How do you know that it's "physically impossible" - Are you a mechanical Engineer? ... Most likely the mechanics are exactly the same between models. It's all about money.

[@Synismyhero]

I've been shooting with this camera since early 2014, finally going to upgrade to the D850 soon. Going to buy a 24-70 f/2.8 VR lens to go with it. So excited!!

[@YadhuGopalG]

I'm watching this in 2020 and is considering buying it!

[@MozzyEng]

Thanks for the great review. Much appreciated as I will be buying this in the next month as a replacement for my D40

[@tammylanesen534]

great share on this camera love it You can get the nikon 7100 with lens kit on sale now on photolg.com/newcameras

[@jadedragonfly1]

I thought I broke my lens when I had braketing on. I got my d7100 as an open box from Best buy and love it! I am working on getting a prime lens to add to my collection.

[@slipbyu2]

Thanks for the review ! Glad to hear the new sensor worked out on this one. Great News!

[@cbhill1]

Thank you for the amazing review. I usually go to other channels for reviews, but the others either have not even mentioned this camer or the review was crap. This was very well put together and incredibly helpfull for me to make a buying decision. Thanks again!

[@TheStig000]

This is probably one of the best reviews of this camera I have seen. Also, thumbs up for great audio quality.

[@MrPedrofoto]

Great job...thanks for uploading. Bought the D7100 as an upgrade from my D90. Sweet camera but still getting used to the features, etc.

[@InFrontOfYourBack]

By far the best review I've seen on this camera. I'm waiting for my delivery and can't wait.

[@JohhnyNuckenfuts]

Excellent review, which I thank you for! It is actually your review that has pushed me towards the d7001 more than any other review I have seen. I have a d3000 at present, so the d7001 is going to be a really fantastic upgrade for me, as anyone would have to agree. Once again: thank you foe your excellent review :) Cheers!

[@nethbt]

I shoot mostly full frame (D610, D750 and D780) ....the last APSC camera that I've owned was the D40 bought this one super mint with 5K clicks at a bargain price and Im super blown away..might as well make this my walk-around camrra with the amazing 35mm DX!

[@Oculus729]

I agree with the tone of most of the posts before mine. Ted, your strength is the "art" and "philosophy" of photography. I believe that is the reason most of us tune in. There are many, many, many reviews of current cameras as they hit the market. PLease do yourself and all of us a favor and stay with your core strengths and beliefs (i.e., the art and philosophy), that is what makes you unique in the interweb world of cameras.

[@paultaylor5513]

Ted is seeing the light and realising it's all about the gear. Respect.

[@jamesallan6846]

Excellent review, I have just bought a D7100 so this review will be used several times in the next few months.

[@joeprete7424]

No, it does NOT replace the D7000, Nikon was very clear about that. Both cameras are still in current production a year and a half after the introduction of the D7100 Also he calls it APC, but it is APS-C. I assume he is nervous or in quite a hurry!

[@RedDevilsGaming]

I want to buy a camera like this for taking pictures and videos of cars driving by. Would this be good for what i want to do?

[@majeric]

Thanks. I just got a D7100. I am going to enjoy the control it gives me.

[@seanspiteri9187]

Hi Ted, I'm a new-comer here and I have to say that I personally loved this video! As an owner of this particular camera model, I really loved the way you went into some of the specs. Subscribed! Keep up the good work!

[@marike1100]

The dial on the back is called a "Command Dial", not "Selector Switch", but I agree, it's an awesome camera.

[@nathan1459]

Your videos are much improved by watching at half speed.

[@TheStig000]

Very good point. Also, when you are actually taking a photo outside of live view, the aperture doesn't change until you take the photo. You change the setting and then the aperture will close to that setting just as the photo is being taken. That's why you need a preview button to see the effect through the viewfinder.

[@yudontsay]

Been drewling for this camera a while now, but damn this review really sold me! Cant wait to get to afford it and buy it :)

[@yudontsay]

yudontsay and its ordered :D

[@greyowl750]

yudontsay You will not believe how good it is. I love mine.

[@mentalmetal1]

+yudontsay really? even though this review was done three years ago?

[@ArsenijeRadenovic]

it is still one of the best crop sensor camera, you don't always need the latest stuff. better get this camera that is now cheaper and invest in good lens instead of getting some high end FX nikon with bad lens.

[@yudontsay]

I did buy it long time ago ;) very happy with it :D

[@verononparker7327]

I might have enjoyed this video, but It's hard to listen to someone who talks like a speed reader. I do have this camera and I had a d7000 .Its a great camera. Hope to see this video again when I can slow it down.

[@MaxRiley]

LOL true

[@deanozx10r]

great stuff ,loved the video and just been out and brought my D7100 ...Thank you,

[@JenniferGentle88]

This is such a thorough and helpful video! Totally helped me make up my mind about upgrading from my d90 :)

[@Jennixberrios]

Would this camera be great to use now?

[@GV_777YT]

I love your channel man, super knowledgable, and really pleasant vibe you put out, so lucky i found your channel, keep it up !

[@winedemonium]

I'm sure you are in two minds about this Ted. You have worked so hard to promote the ART of photography and I dare say that is why the vast majority of your CURRENT viewers are with you. But I will wager this: this will be one of your most-viewed videos, and you will gain a new audience, some of whom will stay on for more of your art-oriented films. That is good for them and good for you. In the meantime you have delivered a fine review, and you won't lose viewers over the occasional review.

[@ks91]

Great review.. I've finalised D7100 after watching review.. I was confused between D5300 and D7100.. Thanks!

[@johnd7471]

even your camera reviews are educational, thanks Ted

[@filmic1]

Terrific review. I had the D7000 and it was ripped off. Insurance allowed me to replace it with the D7100. Looking for a full frame now. Thanks!

[@iraqisailor]

Is it worth it in 2020 Or there's best alternatives now ?

[@MarkoTomicic]

Hi Ted, I find that your videos are by far the best videos on photography that I know of. Because of that I fully support this video the same as all the others. Somebody who puts over 130 FREE videos with GREAT content on KZbin, from which many profitize, should have the right to do a little commercial work as well. In fact, I wouldn't mind if one out of five or ten videos would be of such nature, as long as the others keep the high quality standards that we are used to. Best, Marko

[@TheTabugman]

Great review, great camera. Bought it three weeks ago and I'm completely in love with it.

[@danielpenev]

as d300 owner I was surprised by that new bracketing feature

[@mdw612]

Nice Review, I own both the D7000 & the D7100, please explain how you configured the (Fn) button to select your non-CPU lens, I have been unable to accomplish this. Thanks

[@400hpmustang]

Magnesium frame, a mic input, moisture resistant and dual SD slots, lots of pluses. It will be my next cam, currently have a d3100.

[@RyanJosephDaley]

I also have the D3100. I recently purchased the D7100. The 3100 is a great camera but it's comparable to a Honda Civic - a good car but a basic car. The 7100 is on another level entirely - comparable to a BMW. They've since come out with the 7200 but the 7100 is still being sold and it's a great camera and $300 less.

[@EDHBlvd]

0:18 and 0:26 you say "APC sensor". APS-C as in reference to Advanced Photo System in "Classic" orientation. Cheers

[@burntvirtue]

I noticed this too.

[@MIKROBI219]

Very good review. Camera is amazing, I am to get it soon.

[@SteveJohnson-SawtoothIS]

I'm eagerly awaiting the arrival of my d7100. I can't help but smile a little when people talk about noise at higher ISO settings. In film days, ISO400 (ASA, then), was fast. It will be interesting to compare the 7100 at high ISO settings vs. some of my old Ektachrome 400 transparencies that were push-processed to 1600. I'm thinking that when I need the speed, the noise isn't going to be as bad as the old days of graininess...

[@jacobysannoh8174]

Thanks for the video. Can you please provide the name of that lens. I want to buy len for my camera

[@1337flite]

FYI if I understand your meaning, I'm pretty sure the 7000 has the focus assist and bracketing (only a 3 shot bracket though). These are not new features. Thanks for you show Ted, really enjoy it.

[@pass-my-test]

nice review. glad the internal af is included on this and like the locking mech on the selector. :)

[@LostInDistance]

Great review! This will be my very first dslr, and I can't wait to get my hands on it soon!

[@kazcnepj]

Nice video. one of my favorite features on the D7100 is the Spot White balance. Very easy and convenient. Auto distortion is good but slows down the FPS, plus it only works on Nikkor lenses. I was going to go with the D600 but couldn't justify the extra $800.

[@sdtisha]

Thanks for the review and moving through the features very well.

[@mezga78]

Some people just high on lifer guys! I love this review. Thank you.

[@carlosecabezas]

The Best Review ever of this camera,... I am glad i subscribed to your channel!!!

[@theartofphotography]

Thanks Marko

[@badi_music]

Great review.

[@JairoRojasPhotoStories]

Amazing review... I have it for a month now, and it's a great camara

[@Leonzeoe]

Thanks for the video, very helpful. One question, what type of memory card does it hold?

[@samseite]

hello ted, love your review, great job. on live view for stills in my opinion its great. its good for low light situation, without need to change higher iso and lower f/..I use that live view , its cool. when i need exposure live view , i just go to video mode live view.. that's what i did on my D800E and D7100. sorry for my bad english, i hope u understand what i mean

[@ROCKnROLL4NGEL]

Nice review. I've been watching a lot of reviews on this camera. Yours is awesome... Just subscribed. Thanks.

[@calimeromaertens]

Quite right,! Just what I was thinking. In fact, even my old D90 has plenty of those features! I wonder if Ted has been using this type of camera lately. Other than that, great presentation of the camera, although lacking novelty. Thanks Ted!

[@nemistis]

Great review but you should put you hands on Pentax K-3 which is, in my opinion at least, greatest APS-C sensored camera you can buy nowdays. Too bad that Pentax donesn't have full-frame.

[@frametheory]

Hey Ted not to go off topic but have you heard of Vivian Maier? Saw her book today at the bookstore and she is awesome. She did street photography of 1940s New York. At least the book was in that era. Have you done an episode on street photography yet? Could use some tips as Im a little shy of taking pictures of strangers. Dont wanna get beat up or anything lol But yeah in some of her pics, her subjects seem to be caught off guard sometimes.

[@kalefu]

Hi Ted, I've heard that they have fixed changing aperture during video in D600 already, and in my D800 if you will press "ok" button during "stills live view", it switches between exposition preview on and off, so I believe it may be the same with D7100, give it a try...

[@bobjohnson9597]

i just watched another video of you the other day and it looked as if you colored your hair (grey) maybe you need to check your white balance or change camera brands, wait i just took a picture of me with a new fuji and it made my hair look grey also. Maybe I will buy a D7100 so I can look young and macho like you do in this video. 🥰

[@mateofuentes9940]

Hi!! Your videos are awesomee!!! Professional, well explained, just great!! Let me ask you something, I´m about to buy my next lens, I have a nikon d3200 with the kit lens but I wanna try something different just to keep going in this world... I´m between the 35mm 1.8 DX or the 50mm 1.8, it really worth, which one do you recommended me? Thank you so much!

[@slipbyu2]

+Mateo Fuentes, which did you decide on? I went with the 35mm 1.8dx for my [3100]. I sacrificed the better bokeh with the 50mm for a bit wider range. I'm happy with it !!!

[@mateofuentes9940]

Hi! I actually didnt, trying and experiment with my kit lens yet, but still thinking on the upgrade. I think that I agree with you in fact. The 50mm is too close. The 35mm maybe fits better for more situations. Thank you for your answer, I´ll consider it.

[@slipbyu2]

The 55-200 dx/vr from Nikon is a great lens also. I was blown away by the color and bokeh with this lens. Nikonusa have the refurbs for around $129.00. HAPPY SHOOTING !!

[@guyinsf]

I'm trying to upgrade from my old failing Nikon D80. Is the D7100 considered a step up from D80 in quality for Nikon?

[@johnpham4847]

Definitely

[@guyinsf]

Tran Vuong Anh Pham Ok thanks!

[@messagedeleted1922]

stu wilks it's better than the d80 in every category by a huge leap. I can take better pics with my sony rx100 m3 in terms of low light capability and resolution.

[@mdsanders5]

Reasonable upgrade from the d3200?

[@m47kr3nt0n]

Definitely. 100% view, higher focus points/ISO, AF motor, weather sealing etc.

[@oleksandrsmirnov4399]

yes, I did it year ago to d7100 and I like it.

[@jazzman1626]

Oleksandr Smirnov I'm going to upgrade from my D3200 as soon as I can. I'm keeping my D3200 as well though.

[@Gett37]

I moved to d7100 from d3200 and first thing I noticed is that quality of photos did not improved. So think twice if you're low on budget, d7100 is kinda expensive.

[@AlexSlark]

You are totally right, the quality of the photo wont improve as they both have near the same great sensor. However your quality of life will improve a lot.. D7100 will definitely make you grow a lot faster as a photographer.

[@CEEPMDEE]

Good video.. More detail than most.

[@Bklynstyle718]

Nice review!

[@brookscurran]

if you dont have lots invested in expensive lenses then dont bother with the D600 because you wont notice much difference in quality but theprice is much higher, it has also had a lot of issues since its release. The D700 was awesome but for me the new video frame reates, new autofocus system, and better low light performance is plenty enough reason for me to upgrade.

[@l67swap1]

Best review out there ... thanks!

[@BehzadModern]

thank you for detailed review please post some more about other manufacturers like Pentax if its all possible good job keep it up cheersssssssssssssssssssss,,

[@ivanoblu]

thanks for prompt reply...but, considering I'm Italian, I dont understand well 'focusing is contrast based' what kind of problem we have with liveview?

[@user-ig2uj9kn9n]

I would like to get into photography. What camera would be good to practice photography, while still taking decent photos and that's reasonably priced? (if such things exist) :)

[@chiraagbanerjee]

You should check out D5500, it has one of the best dx sensors and has loads of features for a beginner. If you are looking for something on a tight budget, go for the d5300 or the d3300

[@sergeantcrow]

Excellent review....

[@MackenzieEwing]

Great review and tutorial!

[@parsa021021]

At the moment a used Canon 5D mark ll has the same price as Nikon D7100. Which one is better in terms of image and video quality? Do you recommend Nikon D600 over 5D mark ll? I do architectural photography.

[@abelrgarza]

Which higher end lens would you recommend?

[@MrTkwbear]

Great review, it's much appreciated. Don't let the troll comments get you down.

[@paultaylor5513]

This is great Ted - more camera reviews please. And rename the channel to The Gadgets Of Photography?

[@JohnAldred]

D200, D300, D300s also have multiple exposures up to 9 or 10 frames. The D7100 is still coming short in a few areas for me. I certainly don't consider it "top of the line". It has its advantages, but it does nothing for me that I can't get out of a D300s. I'll wait for those extras when they finally get around to releasing a D400. Sorry Ted, decent review, but you can tell you don't have much experience with Nikon dslrs. :)

[@yngassassin]

Great review

[@fidodido3183]

Hi everyone, I need your help.. I've just purchased a brand new d7100 but I've noticed that the LCD gets noticeably warm while in use.. I don't use it in live view mode ..just for reviewing the pics I just took or for adjusting some menu settings. Now is this normal? or should I send it back for checking?. I would really appreciate ur input. Thanks

[@arubinshtein]

great review, this guys looks like the guy from "Hangover"

[@vma1234]

Very informative review. Thank you!

[@zigasi86]

was this Aperture glitch fixed with 1.02 firmware update or no?

[@TheStig000]

That's a real nightmare situation. Good to know the D7100 can hold up to a little bit of rain. Most cameras would have been toast.

[@PulangTsinelasTV]

Hello I would like to know if this nikon d7100 good for beginners/ starters? If I say beginners, I mean LITERALLY just starting in the photography world. No knowledge at all yet. Please help me! :) I need responses :) Thanks!

[@MootoosamyOlivierDaren]

any camera is good for the one who wants to learn. Sure it will need more time to learn but you start with a great one. just take times you will see results

[@masstarvation]

I started shooting just 3 months ago and this camera makes me want to shoot more pictures... it gives so much details and recovery especially when you are shooting raw

[@pappdavid3058]

the aperture problem in video mode wont be solved with a firmware, because a mechanikal part is missing from the body, not a softwerical part!

[@berto1999]

The best aps-c in the world. But I wait for a 4K Nikon! I hope that the Nikon 7200 will have the option of 4K video format. If not, I will buy the Panasonic GH4. Not the Nikon D7200.

[@saadi703]

Best APS-C? How come?

[@berto1999]

TechCloud It is the best aps-c now. How come? It is a new camera, has a great sensor, it reflects the corporate identity of the brand Nikon, 24MP, excellent dynamic range, excellent ability to recover shadows, excellent image quality, very good price. And on this camera you can mount the best lenses in the world, Nikon lenses. And again: in 2015 Nikon will present the Nikon D7200, the new Nikon aps-c! Nikon D7200 Rumored Specs: New 24.7MP sensor Video: full HD - 120FPS EXPEED 4b processor Nikon Advanced Multi-CAM 3600DX autofocus sensor module with TTL phase detection, fine-tuning, 72 focus points (including 39 cross-type sensors; f/10 supported by 39 sensors) ISO: 100-12,600 (expandable to 50-51,200) Shutter speed 30-1/8000 1.3x crop mode 8 fps; 10 fps with external grip Similar in shape to the Nikon D810 Large viewfinder with 100% coverage

[@saadi703]

berto1999 I thought you were talking about D7100 because that's what the title of video says and your first sentence also does not say that you are talking about D7200.

[@saadi703]

berto1999 One can not decide based on rumored specs as specs are always different from rumors.

[@berto1999]

TechCloud The "rumors" are correct, right. The Nikon D7200 could be called Nikon D9300. In January/February (at the events CES 2015 and CP + 2015) there will be new Nikon Coolpix cameras (maybe Coolpix P1000, P8000 o P700 with a new sensor Aptina) and at least one new Nikon DSLR, precisely the D7200 (or Nikon D9300, evolution of D300s). Ps.: I'm talking about both cameras, the Nikon D7100 and the Nikon D7200. Both are the best aps-c cameras in the world. Of course, the Nikon D7200 is a little bit better, because of the video feature: 120FPS.

[@tamito9298]

This is an excellent camera I have it as well

[@Alexandru00Razvan]

I am sad to say that you didn't seem to belive what you were saying. I am a big fan of yours because you usualy deliver great content and you are genuinly passionate about what you are doing; I undersatnt that sometimes there is a need for comercial but I do not approve of it... reviews are deffinitly not yor domain. on the other hand you convinced me to get into Pinterest... that could be the kind of commercial video that would suite you... hope you take into account my oppinion.

[@rlwings]

Great video! ... Well, its been two years now and Nikon still hasn't fixed the aperture in live view issue yet. In fact, the new D7200 still has the same issue! ... Nikon had a chance to fix this issue at a hardware level and decided not to...Thanks. :(

[@JohnAldred]

Lot of features you're saying "they added" that Nikon dslrs have had for years. My D200 had the same AF dot in the viewfinder for MF lenses, and it'll work with pretty much any lens, not just ai/ai-s., and the D200 & D300s both have higher bracketing options.

[@CraigMansfield]

Very helpful, thank you.

[@adolfousiermarketstars6765]

awesome 👏🏻

[@randomgeocacher]

For manual focus you probably want to change focus screen, modern autofocus screens are pretty hard to focus bellow F/4. You'll experience great improvements with a focus screen designed for precision manual focus. Regarding the camera, Nikon offerings have been amazing lately, while Canon have failed to impress me. However the amount of vintage lenses adaptable to Canon is mind blowing, and Sony NEX even more so, due to shorter lens mounts. And Nikon lenses expensive compared to m42 etc

[@brookscurran]

the Aperture problem is apparently mechanical issue (same as in D600, 3200, 7000, and now 5200) i sure wish it could be fixed with firmware but doesn't sound like it can be.

[@teacx2000r]

Great review, could you give me some pointers on video settings. I have kinda played with that with mixed feelings. I have found shooting in 1080i 60fps and using P mode with the shutter speed at 1/60, any advice would be greatly appreciated.