D700

I want a D700.

I don't need one but I want one.

The only reason I can think of to upgrade is that it's a full frame dSLR and having the same megapixel count as my current D300 (12 megapixels), with D700's larger sensor, each pixel would be bigger and my brain is telling me that each can store much more colour information compared to D300's.

It should also boost low light performance. I've seen usable photos taken with ISO 4000, and this is for submissions to image libraries. This, paired with a fast lens could eliminate the use of tripods for night photography unless you'd want that long shutter effect.

So why not get one?

It's frickin' expensive. I can't afford one right now, or anytime soon that is.

And second, I'd need to get a lens to go with it. Probably the 24-70mm. I'd prefer if Nikon would have something like 14-50mm f/2.8 as I don't usually go more than that. And the 24-70mm costs around AU$2500.

So in total, getting a D700 with a 24-70mm lens would cost me around AU$5500.

If I managed to sell all my gear at the moment, I would probably have AU$3000. You do the math.

Another reason is that I don't do a lot of indoor shots. I know it's a hassle carrying my tripod but that's the price I'm willing to pay for clear images.

Last but not least, this is just my complaint that D700 doesn't have 100% viewfinder and a live histogram. I've always wanted a live histogram.

I'll stick with my D300 for now.