My wife and I are wanting to buy a nice camera. We have a sony point and shoot but the pictures just suck compared to a dslr. We would like to get a nice entry-mid level dslr that we can keep for several years and learn on. We don't need the best but I would prefer a good one that I can buy accesories for and will be supported by the manufacturer or aftermarket for a while. What kind of cam do you guys suggest? I am looking in the $5-600 range to start. any and all input very much appreciated.

 

Some kid has been trying to sell his D40 on here.

It's a great camera but his ad doesn't include a lens. You can just start from scratch and buy whatever lens suits your needs!

If not, go either Nikon or Canon. They are mainly used by professionals so . . .

 

I've read somewhere that nikon wont sell the lens or the body of the d40 separately. You have to buy it as a package as far as I know. And that kinda makes me think you cant get other lens/accessories for it. I'll do some more research on it. Do you have any model numbers fom nikon or cannon you can recommend?

 

If you want a factory warranty, Nikon will not sell the D40 just buy itself. I never read anything of the opposite, but I have read from stores on eBay that the Nikon D40 [camera body only] they sell comes with a Nikon Warranty.

Anyway, since you are just starting out I'd go for the D40x 10.2MP and a great beginner camera. Or if you find yourself a Canon favorite go for the XTi, XSi, or XS depending on how they are priced.

Be aware that the Nikon D40 & D60 will only autofocus with lenses labled as AF-S. Don't buy into the bias comments where people favor one brand over the other. Canon and Nikon products are comparatively similar.

 

ive been looking at the d40 also for a beginner camera also. seen some nice package deals brand new. shoot me a PM

 

i have a nice canon G7 for 250 and your can use the extra money to buy you some lens

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after doing some looking around I think we are going to get a Nikon d60 by years end. Any one have a good place to buy them? Ebay seem to have some decent deals on new ones.

 

I get all my stuff from Digital cameras, all other cameras and everything photographic from Adorama Camera. No problems from them and good prices.

 

Well looks like I am going to pull the trigger on this very soon: Nikon D60 Digital SLR Two-Lens VR Outfit (18-55 VR/55-200 VR) -Exclusive Black Gold Special Edition - 25459-2166-2176 - RitzCamera.com

Anyone have any reason I shouldn't? Any and all input wanted. I think its a decent deal for a decent camera to learn on.

 

dude that is funny. I just got a D60, remember when I shot your car I said I was gonna get a dslr.