D2X or D300

[trahanw]

What are your toughts, the D300 and the D2X(used) are going for the same price. What I'm looking for is upgrading from a D80 so noise is a common obstacle I deal with at ISo above 400. My plans for use is low light wedding photography, and speed. I know the lense plays a major factor in these cases are well. So along with the new purchase, I'm looking to get a used 70-200 or 80-200 2.8. What are your toughts, suggestions. I know what you're saying ok a professional camera or a D300. Well, that's why I'm asking? I've never used any of these....

[trahanw]

And yes, would love the D3 but 5K is way out of my price range.

[jeffkohn]

The D300 has better high-ISO performance, there's no question about it. If your primary concern is low-light wedding photography I don't think the D2x is a good choice, even if it is a great camera and a excellent, well-made body that handles better than the prosumer cameras like the D300.

[Concisus Cognatus]

My understanding is the D50 handles noise much better than the D2X, consequently, you're better off getting the D300. IMHO.

[phillip ino]

It's my understanding that the D3 has a slight edge in high iso performance. That said, I would wait and see if the rumors about a possible 'D300x' are true.

[nikondude24]

If you primary use is low light weddings, I would go for the D300 for the better high iso performance. Get the grip and it will almost handle just as well as the D2X.

[Texasdave]

Phillip

Are there D300x rumors?? Where ??
Thanks

[trahanw]

Thanks.. I'm using the D80 and hating life. Noise Ninja is my best friend. This is good info here. With technology the way it is, I was wondering where to go.

[trahanw]

Originally Posted by phillip ino

It's my understanding that the D3 has a slight edge in high iso performance. That said, I would wait and see if the rumors about a possible 'D300x' are true.

Yea...Like to know the rumors on the D300 as well.

[trahanw]

Originally Posted by phillip ino

It's my understanding that the D3 has a slight edge in high iso performance. That said, I would wait and see if the rumors about a possible 'D300x' are true.

Hey Phillip, See your shooting with the D80, are you having issues with Noise at high ISO's and softness in your pics. Just curious.

[Joe_Lorenzini]

Originally Posted by jeffkohn

The D300 has better high-ISO performance, there's no question about it. If your primary concern is low-light wedding photography I don't think the D2x is a good choice, even if it is a great camera and a excellent, well-made body that handles better than the prosumer cameras like the D300.

Listen to Jeff, he's spot on.