Should I upgrade to the Nikon D7000?

I currently have a Nikon d50 (I've had it since 2006), and recently (last 6 months) I've gotten really into, and really good at photography. Don't get me wrong, I was always "into it", but I currently do senior pictures, and modeling pictures for people. Since I do a lot more pictures, and since my camera is not "top-of-the-line", I have fallen in love with the D7000. I was wondering if it would be a worth-while investment. I know that I technically do not "need" it, but it would greatly help me, and produce better pictures than my D50. Or, should I wait for the replacement D5000 when it comes out.

I think that's a pretty good idea. If you want to produce better pictures my opinion, upgrade it.

Yes, if your budget can handle the D7000, then get it. The D50 is an older model, and it would be wise to upgrade bodies.

If you own good portrait lenses such as the 50mm f/1.4 or 85mm f/1.8 already, then go ahead and upgrade to the D7000; it's a brilliant camera. If not, I believe those lenses will make a much bigger difference to your photography than a new body.

I suggest you also take a look at the Nikon D90, which is older than the D7000 but still a very nice camera.

Sure! If you can afford it, and if it's making you money, the D7untitled folderuntitled folder000 will give you better results, the ability to use wireless flashes, and a tougher, magnesium body. You would probably lose AF motor and wireless flashes if you used the D5000 replacement instead

Nope you should invest in LENSES not a new body.

What exactly do you think the D7000 is going to give you over the D50? The only image quality improvement would be higher ISO, it isn't going to make you a better photographer.

If you had better glass then you wouldn't need higher ISO and you would have the benefit of better glass, that WOULD have an impact on image quality.

Always get glass first.

Having a top of the line camera does not matter. If your current camera is fulfilling your needs, then there's no need to buy a new camera. It's only if your current camera is hindering your ability that you should get a new camera.

It sounds as if you just want (not need) a new camera; so if I were you I would either buy a good lens instead, or wait for a newer camera model once it comes out.

digital camera bodies are not investments, by the way. Lenses (and maybe a good flash and battery pack) are investments.

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