Nikon D2X Reviewed
by Mark ~ February 25th, 2005. Filed under: Equipment notes.What is it about new camera introductions that turn internet forums into the Jerry Springer show? Over the past several days, a few reviews and commentaries have shown up on the net over Nikon’s new flagship camera the D2X. Immediately there are a flurry of postings either celebrating or being critical of the comments and reviews. Then the arguments ensue. It is difficult to know whether to be disgusted or entertained. This isn’t what photography is about. Apparently many still just don’t get it.
Bjorn’s review listed above is pretty thorough and provides many different perspectives. However, he went out on a limb and did a comparison against Canon’s flagship, which costs $2-3,000 more. His conclusions…. well, let’s just say it has caused a bit of a stir. 
It does look like a great introduction for Nikon though, and very eagerly anticipated. Ultimately, it is good for everyone because competition fosters improvement everywhere. Everyone wins. I would love to see some very large prints for myself.
It is just a shame that this much energy isn’t directed toward actually improving photographs. Or perhaps we don’t need the competition….so let them argue away!
May 3rd, 2006 at ?
The Jerry Springer Show, eh? That’s pretty funny. Well, I just purchased a Nikon D2X a few weeks ago, and let me tell you, it’s worth every penny that I paid for it. Sure, it’s a tank! It’s pretty heavy, but the speed, responsiveness, features, etc. are well worth the price, at least for me.
There have been quite a few reviews of it, so you’ll not get another one here. I looked to move to a professional grade camera for a while and there were only a couple of choices. One costing about 7K, the other 5K. I’ve used and liked both Nikon and Canon, but felt more comfortable with Nikon. I think that I made a great choice.
I got tired of Electronic View Finders and wanted to see through the lens, which is what brought me to the the Nikon. Sure, it has about a billion more features than I need, but it gets the job done. Too bad you’re not in NC, I’d let you take it out for spin!
Regards,
Paul
May 3rd, 2006 at ?
Mark. I had looked long and hard for a professional grade DSLR. I looked at the Canon and the Nikon and to be truthful, I’ve always wanted a Nikon, so I bought the D2X.
I’ve only had it for a few weeks, but it is a very nice camera. It’s kind of a tank because it weighs so much. It’s about 2.5 pounds without anything in/on it. Add to that a 500mm lens, battery, media card, etc. You get quite a monster. I rarely hand hold this beast and never with anything longer than about 70mm.
It has a comfortable fit, feels solid, has amazingly fast auto focus, and is an all around great camera. The 8 fps picture taking speed combined with the auto focus means very few missed opportunties for sports photography.
In short, I love it. Too bad that you aren’t in NC, or I’d let you take it for a spin!
Regards,
Paul
May 3rd, 2006 at ?
Paul - I have had my D2X since around Feb 2005, I agree, it is a terrific camera. I don’t regret spending the money on it, but do think it is still way too much for a camera body.