Refurbished DSLR?

I really want to get into photography, and my parents want a new camera. (Sick of the Sony 3.1MP point and shoot)

So I was thinking DSLR, but their budget is *maybe* $250.
I'd be willing to put in $100-$150, so for intensive purposes I have a budget of $400.

Anywhere I can get a decent, starters kit (Body, Lens, Memory Card etc), refurb is fine, for that much?

I've read some reviews, maybe a low end Nikon?
D40/D50?
I'm open to anything though.


Thanks in advance.

Just remember the body and even the body and one lens are just the beginning.
You could try ebay for a used one but be very careful and pay attention to ratings, how long the seller has been selling, etc. Look for a local seller if you can so you can see/touch.
I saved for a year for my d80.

try cameta camera. They sell factory demo equipment with the full warrenty. They have an e-bay site at http://stores.ebay.com/Cameta-Camera put demo in the store search

here's an example of what you can get
http://cgi.ebay.com/Olympus-Evolt-E-...QQcmdZViewItem

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Originally Posted by rsimmons

try cameta camera. They sell factory demo equipment with the full warrenty. They have an e-bay site at http://stores.ebay.com/Cameta-Camera put demo in the store search

here's an example of what you can get
http://cgi.ebay.com/Olympus-Evolt-E-...QQcmdZViewItem

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I just bought a Nikon D80 with a Nikkor AF-X 18-135 lens from Cameta, both factory demo, for $699. Saved me about $100 (compared to the cheapest on amazon).

The camera and lens seemed to be in brand new condition, I couldn't even tell it wasn't new (except for the box it came in). I got the item 2 days after purchasing it (only paid $2 extra for priority mail) which means they must have shipped it right away. The camera registered 545 shutter releases when I got it. That's what some folks shoot in a day or two.

I got a 90 day Nikon warranty and 1 year Cameta warranty. According to the customer rep I talked to, Cameta will send the cameras (or equipment) directly to Nikon for repair if you need to use the warranty. So its basically as good as a Nikon warranty.

IMO it was definitely worth the extra $$$ which can now go towards a flash...

I recently bought a refurbed Canon Xt with the refurbed 18-55mm IS lens from Adorama, for $369, and it's a good combo.I just had a 16 X 24 printed, and it looks great. The camera and lens both look like new.

Yeah, look into the Konica Minolta Maxxum 5D, Digital Rebel XT, and the Nikon D50, most should come with a kit lens, which is nothing spectacular. For starters, be sure to get the specific manufacturers 50mm prime lens, you should be able to find those between $70-$110. Those are super fast f-stop, great resolution, super fast AF, and great performance across the board (distortion, abberation, etc). Its a great lens for starters, and that kit lens will cover range outside of that if and when needed.

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Originally Posted by rsimmons

try cameta camera. They sell factory demo equipment with the full warrenty. They have an e-bay site at http://stores.ebay.com/Cameta-Camera put demo in the store search

here's an example of what you can get
http://cgi.ebay.com/Olympus-Evolt-E-...QQcmdZViewItem

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Thank you, I was looking for a starter myself and that helps me.