When it comes to Nikon DSLRs, there are two distinct lines of cameras.
Nikons FX line includes cameras with huge image sensors that can cost between $1,500 and $6,000.
A new DX camera can cost as little as $500 with an included lens.
The new Nikon D7200 DSLR bridges the gap.
The Nikon D7200 is a 24.2MP digital camera that features similar functionality as Nikons base model FX camera.
In short, its arguably the most compatible, connectable and cost-effective pro-friendly camera Nikon has offered to date.
That said, its also arriving to the party very late.
Too late, even.
The primary differences between the Nikon D7200 DSLR and theD7100predecessor are the WiFi/NFC systems and a borrowed image processor.
Its 24.2MP sensor is new to this series, but not new to Nikon.
Its EXPEED 4 image processing system first arrived in the entry-level DX cameras.
Why does it appear that Nikon has not pushed the enveloped with the D7200?
First, the formula isnt broken.
The D7100 is an excellent camera, one that significantly outpaces its Canon counterpart in sheer image quality.
Second, and this is more telling, the market for crop-sensor close-to-pro cameras is disappearing.
The in-between, enthusiast/professional allure of the D7200 is also a point of weakness.
Beyond that, theres no real justification for buying a D7200 over a D610.
Its a pretty big cost to pay for second best.
The Nikon D7200 will be shipping this year for$1,199 for the body alone.
Its also available for $1,699 with an 18-140mm kit lens.
Theres no doubt that its an excellent camera.
Theres little doubt that a photographer would be thrilled with the images it can produce.
But the values that make this camera attractive are also those that make it problematic.
And its new features and functionality are more of an afterthought than a genuine point of evolution.
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