Nikon D7000

Nikon announces its first DSLR this decade. Ok so the decade is only 9 mos old. But in digital years that is a decade. Its like dog years squared. Many say the delay comes from Nikon's recent break with its sensor maker Sony. And presumably this is the Nikon's first DX camera ever with a Nikon made sensor. Brilliant!
A few stats.
-Its a 16 MP DX ( APS sized sensor, not full frame)camera.
- It has an aluminum alloy weather sealed body. First camera produced in this price range with a body that can resist moisture. Very important.
-39 points auto focus. Less than the 53 of my D700 but still pretty good for a dx camera.
-Dual card slots for data back up.
- Video mode 25fps 1920 resolution
-Shutter rated at 150,000 actuation's. Most of Nikon's cameras in this price range are rated at 100,000.

So who needs this camera. Buy this camera if you are an advanced amateur. If you're a beginner get the new Nikon d3100. If you're a pro or semi pro get the D700 . Don't buy the D3 because its the same camera as the D700 for $2000 more in a bigger body. And don't ever ever ever buy the D3x unless you shoot fashion or sports professionally. Don't get me wrong its a great camera but it cost more than my car. No bull. Instead if you need 24mp of resolution buy the Sony a850 or a900. Yes I did just recommend a non-Nikon. Have a great day.