Ok I already typed this once, but for some reason my thread isnt here - I must be losing my mind. My friend is getting married in 4 weeks. I am the MOH and now also the photographer. ugh. I know. Long story, anyway....
My cameras are film, and I have been wanting to sell them and get a good dslr. Now I NEED to. She doesnt want me to use film because of the added cost, and wants me to use her cheapo 3 mp point and shoot. I dont think so. So I need to buy a dslr real quick, so i have a few weeks to get to know it before the big day. Obviously she isnt concerned about photo quality, and I am on a budget. i need to find a dslr, used or new, with a good versatile lens, enough battery and memory to get through the day.
It is an outdoor wedding, i will be doing all the standard canned group photos, handing the camera off to my husband to shoot some pictures during the ceremony, and then will take the obligatory reception shots.
I am kind of excited about the Nikon options, but wont rule out anything at this point. The absolute max i can spend right now is $700, but my husband would really be happy if I could stay closer to $600. This would be something I would add to down the road, but i just need the bare necessities right now. I am totally fine buying used or refurbished, but the idea of warranties appeals to me as well. I just want to get the most for my money. Other than this wedding, my photos are primarily my family - I do my own portraits, kids are in sports etc. I try to shoot without flash whenever possible so a big ISO range, and minimal shutter delay really appeals to me.
ANY input you have regarding what to buy, or how to survive this wedding, i would truly appreciate it. THANK YOU!!!