Hello. I have been taking pictures with compact cameras for some years now, for lesiure solely. Recently I have been feeling restrained by my camera, its unable to take many of the shots that I want (especially in low light, for example taking shots of my friends' band on stage). So, I have finally made the decision to buy a DSLR.
I dont have much money to spend on a camera, my maximum would be about £500. I have been looking at the Nikon D40 in particular, as it seems an excellent low end beginners DSLR. Plus, the compact I own now is a Nikon Coolpix 7900, which apart from its limitations I have been extremely pleased with. Ive had it for the last year and a half, its done really well and survived quite a battering.
I think im going to be a bit biased towards Nikon because of the camera I already own, even though im sure basing my choice of SLR on a compact is a bit silly, but ive got confidence in the brand because of it.
Now, I have seen a package online that includes a D40, an AF-S DX 18-55 mm Lens and an AF-S DX 55-200 mm Lens.
Now, my question lies with this. I can get the standard D40 with just the 18-55mm lens for considerably less. I am a complete beginner to anything past point and click photography, so to be honest I havent a clue what these different lenses will to. Could someone please explain the differences to me and suggest if they think its worth a beginner like me investing in both right away?
Thanks very much for any replies I get