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post Sep 29 2016, 12:20 AM

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QUOTE(vincetee06 @ Sep 28 2016, 10:10 PM)
Well, 99% opinion i got here ask me stay in D5200... GG
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Yeah, I agreed with them. While Sony A7Rii is a good camera, I absolutely don't see the need for you to switch since you've already have a very capable Nikon D5200. As Agito666 pointed out, get G version of nikon glass where they don't required camera in body autofocus motor since nikon D5200 doesnt have inbody AF motor. If you want good bokeh, I'd recommend Nikon 85mm f/1.8G. It will definitely give you nice bokeh and won't break your bank. smile.gif

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post Sep 30 2016, 01:18 PM

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QUOTE(vincetee06 @ Sep 29 2016, 11:12 AM)
I am thinking... possible to use Sony FE lens on my 5200? if in future, i am comfortable to upgrade Sony system still can use it.

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That is not possible due to shorter flange range of sony mirrorless camera design. Unless you some how can remove the mirror in your D5200 and modify the lens mount closer to the sensor. brows.gif

Seems like you're quite keen on the Zeiss 55mm f1.8 (which I agreed is a fabulous lens). If I were you, I will save up and sell all the nikon gears and jump ship to Sony mirrorless completely. No point buying anymore nikon glasses. But then again, that's just me. What do you think?

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post Sep 30 2016, 03:42 PM

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QUOTE(vincetee06 @ Sep 30 2016, 02:50 PM)
My initial idea was same with you, selling my Nikon and jump to Sony Mirrorless FF, but Sony fans ask me to stay in where i am.
So i came to here and survey Nikon, mana tahu here people also say the same thing...
Yea, i really love how the image is presented by using that 55mm 1.8 zeiss, and the price is affordable for me.
But Sony camera body price is no joke...

So now i considering 3 combination:

Sony A7ii + 55mm 1.8zeiss + 16-35mm F4 zeiss
Sony A7R ii + above same lens (not enough fund for this, but can installment)
Nikon D750 + 50mm F1.8G ED
Bro, the seller is KengDim, which have a shop in Cheras. he is selling official Sony Malaysia Warranty set.
Both Shashikin and KLDSLR also selling this lens at the same price. Perhaps you go update your list =)
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Well, I think the Sony fans didn't realize you've already had your eyes set on the zeiss 55mm f1.8. Because you asked about FF bokeh, so they advised you to get a good nikkor lens for that bokeh look. I personally think the A7R ii is overkill for you. Just go with the first option, the A7ii + the 2 lenses. Don't buy beyond your mean. Just my 2 cents.

By the way, I got my camera and a lens from Kengdim also. Very good service. thumbsup.gif
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post Sep 30 2016, 04:08 PM

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QUOTE(vincetee06 @ Sep 30 2016, 04:04 PM)
Yea, actually i was thinking to get A7ii, by the time i want click down the "Place order", i suddenly found a review regarding A7ii focusing system weakness, especially in low light, even worst than entry level DSLR. This thing is stopped me from continue looking at this model....
So... really quite complicated in my mind to make decision....argh...
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Can you share the link? Perhaps in the sony fanboy page and see what they think ? biggrin.gif And we can continue the conversation from there. Feel strange talking about Sony camera in Nikon forum... sweat.gif . While I never used A7ii before, i've with A7. I found it quite snappy, no problems as long as there is enough contrast in the scene. Without much contrast, any camera can suffer in term of AF. blink.gif

Just a simple reference to A7ii AF, please refer to : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-SMFI3dc0ZQ

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post Sep 30 2016, 04:36 PM

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QUOTE(vincetee06 @ Sep 30 2016, 04:24 PM)
Bro, is actually a comparison video between focusing of A7ii and DSLR and iphone 6 or 6s (4got d), i remember A7ii just having difficulty in low light focus.
I been asking this question in Sony thread, and there was an actual A7ii user feedback the same thing for me, he is jumping from Canon entry DSLR to A7ii
He do agree that the focusing of A7ii lose to DSLR, even entry level one.
But still, he told me he is enjoy using this camera, and i saw all his photo with 55 1.8, just fabulous.

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You know, you can use AF assist light to help in AF. And ask yourself, how frequent you need to shoot in those extreme low light condition? There will be way to work around your gear limitations.
I hope you don't mind me saying this, you worry too much.....and it started to sound like you haven't really understand the full potential of your D5200. I think it will make more sense to just stick to your D5200 with better lenses as others already pointed out. You might be very surprise with what it can do for you with the right lens, instead of blindy chasing after gears, which will leave you disappointed in the end if you don't know how to unleash their full potential. Better gears doesnt necessary mean better image. Again, just my 2 cents.

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post Sep 30 2016, 04:54 PM

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QUOTE(vincetee06 @ Sep 30 2016, 04:51 PM)
Yea, is ok, i know u all are giving the best word to me. Much Appreciated.
I admit that i never fully used the D5200, as i said i wanted to shoot in FF in someday.
And, i am the kind of person like to one shot to get the best one, instead of slowly upgrade.
So once i know there is FF system with better sensor, better bokeh, better IQ (maybe?), then i stop investing in APS-C field.
Again, i thank you for your words, u guy are just too kind to me instead of keep poison me, haha
really appreciated, i will take all the consideration before fire my bullet. thumbsup.gif
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Welcome Bro, and thanks for not taking my words the wrong way! thumbsup.gif Whichever route you choose to go (switch to FF mirrorless or get more nikkor lenses) I wish you the best.
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post Sep 30 2016, 05:18 PM

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QUOTE(gerald7 @ Sep 30 2016, 05:00 PM)
happen to come across this blog which i find quite interesting ...

http://petapixel.com/2016/09/29/wont-buy-new-camera/ 

But of course depends on what you want to do, and most importantly how you justify your upgrade.

Im still using my d300. but less lately due to other commitments, I shot my own product advert using the d300 results still quite decent. for the most part, lightroom and photoshop can do a lot of 'saves'. Just the shutter might be dying on me. it got stuck a few times last month.

Only when Im needed to shoot video, then I would bring out the d600 tongue.gif probably if I shot the img below with d600 we can see more of the kitty walking past..

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160828-celica-05 by Gerald Lim, on Flickr
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Good article, thanks for sharing gerald7. While reading it, I stumbled across another great article.

http://petapixel.com/2016/09/28/tip-rush-c...k-lenses-first/
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post Sep 30 2016, 11:47 PM

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QUOTE(vincetee06 @ Sep 30 2016, 11:24 PM)
Currently best price for A7ii is Rm4790 at Lazada (Official Sony Malaysia set) by using RM200 vourcher + 4% cash rebate from Shopback.
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That's the body only price, right ? strange, can't find it on lazada....
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post Oct 1 2016, 11:20 AM

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QUOTE(vincetee06 @ Oct 1 2016, 07:48 AM)
Still hesitating  bye.gif
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Wait for the RM200 fireworks voucher from lazada thumbsup.gif

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